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How to start a career in Public Affairs/Government Relations

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October 19, 2021
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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How to start a career in Public Affairs/Government Relations

Tuesday, October 19, 2021

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm EST

Join PAAC Ontario on Tuesday, October 19 from 4 to 5PM for a free event on how to start a career in public affairs/government relations. From 5 to 6PM, meet fellow public affairs professionals and meet our esteemed panelists in virtual breakout networking sessions!

Considering a career in Public Affairs/Government Relations? Are you new to the profession and looking to learn more from seasoned lobbyists about their career path?

On Tuesday, October 19, join PAAC Ontario to learn what it’s like to work in Public Affairs, and advice on how to enter the profession. In this FREE event, you’ll hear from experienced Public Affairs professionals about how they got into the industry and their career path!

Our expert panel will answer questions like: Do I need to be involved in Politics? What educational background should I have? What does a day in the life of a Public Affairs professional look like? What are the different types of Public Affairs positions? How can I navigate finding a job in Public Affairs?

There will be an opportunity for attendees to ask Questions to panelists.

Following the event, join individuals across the Public Affairs sector for an optional post-event networking session that will include Zoom Breakout Rooms!

Moderator:

Kristen Neagle, Government Relations & Strategic Partnerships, Achēv

Panelists:

Lindsay Broadhead, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, Toronto Region Board of Trade
Hershell Ezrin, Professor, Seneca Government Relations & Senior Fellow, Global Public Affairs
Lauren McDonald, Director, Digital & Campaign Strategy, Creative Currency
George Wamala, Director, Regulatory & Government Affairs, RBC

AGENDA

4:00 PM-5:00 PM - Panel Discussion with Audience Q&A

5:00 PM-6:00 PM - Networking Sessions

PRICING

Members: Free

Non-Members: Free

Who is Public Affairs Association of Canada?

The Public Affairs Association of Canada (PAAC) is a national, not-for-profit organization founded in 1984. Our principal objective is to help public affairs professionals succeed in their work by providing them with forums for professional development, the exchange of new ideas and networking.

PAAC’s growing membership represents a cross-section of the many disciplines involved in public affairs including policy development, government relations, lobbying, communications, opinion research and public relations. Our members come from both the private and public sectors, in areas such as industrial and financial companies, crown corporations, consulting firms, small business, ministries and municipalities, PR organizations, trade associations, educational institutions, law and accounting firms.

Why Join PAAC?

The Public Affairs Association of Canada is the leading forum for representing lobbyists’ concerns to all levels of government in Canada. We actively engage lobbyist regulators in discussion about the rules and regulations governing lobbyist registration and reporting requirements in Canada. The PAAC has presented to various government committee’s on proposed changes to lobbying law at the federal, provincial and municipal levels. In addition, the PAAC hosts conferences, conducts media interviews and submits opinion editorials all in an effort to position lobbying as a key and valuable component of the public policy process.

About Public Affairs

The public affairs field is notoriously fast changing and competitive. PAAC offers a range of professional development programs and networking opportunities to help members stay on top of industry issues and trends.

Our members come from both the private and public sectors and range from self-employed consultants to government professionals and corporate CEOs. This diversity is the cornerstone of PAAC, ensuring a wide scope of ideas, expertise and opportunities that benefit members and their businesses. We urge you to explore our website at www.publicaffairs.ca and find out more about what PAAC can do for you.