Cassandra Crowder
About Cassandra Crowder
Cassandra Crowder is a Communications Professional with extensive experience in Indigenous services and government communications. She has held various roles, including Senior Communications Advisor and A/Communications Manager at Indigenous Services Canada since 2018.
Work at Indigenous Services Canada
Cassandra Crowder has been serving as a Senior Communications Advisor at Indigenous Services Canada | Services aux Autochtones Canada since 2018. In this role, she has focused on addressing communication needs related to Indigenous services. Additionally, she has held the position of A/Communications Manager since 2020. Her responsibilities include collaborating with regional entities and Indigenous organizations to enhance communication strategies, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Experience at Government of Canada
Cassandra Crowder has extensive experience working at the Government of Canada. She has been a Communications Professional since 2008, accumulating 16 years of experience in this capacity. In 2014, she worked as the GCWCC lead for a brief period of four months. Throughout her tenure, she has contributed to various communication initiatives and strategies across different departments.
Education and Expertise
Cassandra Crowder holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) Honours in Political Science and Government from Carleton University, where she studied from 1990 to 1994. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts (MA) in Political Science and Government from Memorial University of Newfoundland. Her academic background provides her with a solid foundation in political communication and public service.
Previous Roles in Communications
Prior to her current roles, Cassandra Crowder worked as a Communications Officer at The Canadian Real Estate Association | L'Association canadienne de l'immeuble from 2001 to 2002. In this position, she was responsible for managing communication efforts within the organization. Her diverse experience in communications has equipped her with the skills necessary to effectively engage with various stakeholders.
Leadership During COVID-19
Cassandra Crowder played a significant role in leading the communications response for Indigenous Services during the COVID-19 crisis. She collaborated with Indigenous organizations and various government departments to enhance communication strategies, ensuring that critical information reached the communities effectively during the pandemic.