Michelle Ward
About Michelle Ward
Michelle Ward serves as the Senior Director of Communications and Government Relations at Canfor, a position she has held since 2020. With a background in marketing communications and extensive experience in public relations, she previously worked at NATIONAL Public Relations and held various roles in the industry.
Current Role at Canfor
Michelle Ward serves as the Senior Director of Communications and Government Relations at Canfor. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's strategic communication efforts and government relations initiatives. Her role involves overseeing communication strategies that align with Canfor's objectives and fostering relationships with government entities.
Previous Experience at Canfor
Before her current role, Michelle Ward worked at Canfor as the Director of Corporate Communications from 2018 to 2020. During her tenure, she was responsible for managing corporate communications and enhancing the company's public image. Her work in this position laid the groundwork for her subsequent promotion to Senior Director.
Professional Background
Michelle Ward has extensive experience in the communications field. Prior to her roles at Canfor, she worked as the Senior Vice President at NATIONAL Public Relations for 17 years, from 2001 to 2018. Additionally, she began her career as a Marketing Coordinator at BC Hot House Foods Inc. for 10 months in 2000.
Education and Qualifications
Michelle Ward studied at The University of British Columbia, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from 1992 to 1997. She furthered her education at the British Columbia Institute of Technology, obtaining a Diploma of Technology in Marketing Communications from 1998 to 2000. Her educational background supports her expertise in communications and marketing.