Eleanor Coopsammy (Mac Lean)
About Eleanor Coopsammy (Mac Lean)
Eleanor Coopsammy (Mac Lean) serves as the Corporate Creative Communications Manager at Economic Development Winnipeg, where she has worked since 2019. With a background in journalism and communications, she has contributed significantly to various media outlets and played a key role in promoting Winnipeg's economic and tourism sectors.
Work at Economic Development Winnipeg
Eleanor Coopsammy has served as the Corporate Creative Communications Manager at Economic Development Winnipeg since 2019. In this role, she compiles and distributes a daily roundup of Winnipeg news stories for Daily Media Hits stakeholder subscribers. She also provides communications support and direction for YES! Winnipeg and Tourism Winnipeg, focusing on promoting the city’s sectors and tourism contributions to Manitoba's economy.
Previous Experience in Media
Prior to her current position, Eleanor Coopsammy worked in various roles within the media industry. She was a Content Writer at 680 CJOB News Talk - Breaking News Winnipeg for nine months in 1999. She then transitioned to CBC as a News Reporter for three months in 2019. Additionally, she served as a Morning News Anchor at CTV News from 2000 to 2016, accumulating 16 years of experience in broadcasting.
Education and Expertise
Eleanor Coopsammy holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English Language and Literature from The University of Winnipeg, where she studied from 1994 to 1997. She also earned a Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from Red River College Polytechnic, completing her studies from 1997 to 1999. Her educational background supports her expertise in communications and media.
Achievements in Community Recognition
Eleanor Coopsammy played a significant role in Winnipeg's successful submission for the Intelligent Community Forum's (ICF) Most Intelligent Community accolade in 2021. Her contributions to the project highlighted the city's strengths and innovative initiatives, contributing to its recognition on an international platform.