Craig Mac Bride
About Craig Mac Bride
Craig Mac Bride is the Director of Communications and Senior Communications Manager at the Government of Canada, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in communications roles within the Ontario Government and a background in journalism.
Current Role at Government of Canada
Craig Mac Bride serves as the Director of Communications and Senior Communications Manager in the Minister's Office at the Government of Canada. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to communications strategies and initiatives from Parliament Hill in Ottawa. His role involves collaboration with the Prime Minister’s Office to effectively execute various communications initiatives.
Previous Experience in Ontario Government
Before joining the Government of Canada, Craig Mac Bride worked in various communications roles within the Ontario Government. He served as the Director of Communications to the Minister of Infrastructure from 2016 to 2018 and as Senior Communications Advisor and Press Secretary to the Minister of Labour from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he held the position of Senior Communications Advisor and Press Secretary to the Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services from 2012 to 2014, all based in Queen's Park, Toronto.
Educational Background in Journalism and Creative Writing
Craig Mac Bride has a solid educational foundation in journalism and creative writing. He studied Journalism at Humber College from 1999 to 2002, where he gained essential skills for effective communication. He furthered his education at the Humber School for Writers, achieving a qualification in Creative Writing from 2002 to 2003. This background supports his ability to transform complex ideas into relatable content.
Background as a Newspaper Reporter
Craig Mac Bride has a background as a newspaper reporter, which enhances his communication skills. This experience allows him to convey complex information in a manner that is accessible and understandable to a wider audience. His reporting background informs his approach to overseeing a team responsible for coordinating high-profile announcements and events across Canada.