Rebecca Caldwell
About Rebecca Caldwell
Rebecca Caldwell serves as the Deputy Chief of Staff and Director of Policy for the Office of the Hon. Steven Guilbeault, having held this position since 2021. She has a background in journalism and policy, with previous roles at Cottage Life Media, CBC, and The Globe and Mail.
Current Role at Government of Canada
Rebecca Caldwell serves as the Deputy Chief of Staff and Director of Policy in the Office of The Hon. Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Heritage. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the development and implementation of policies within the Canadian Heritage portfolio. Her role involves advising the Minister on various policy matters and overseeing strategic initiatives.
Previous Experience in Media and Publishing
Rebecca Caldwell has extensive experience in media and publishing. She worked as Managing Editor at Cottage Life Media for one year and served as Acting Managing Editor for eight months in 2011. Prior to that, she was a Senior Editor at Chatelaine magazine from 2007 to 2011. Additionally, she held various roles at The Globe and Mail, including Reporter, Copyeditor, and Deputy Editor from 2000 to 2007.
Educational Background
Rebecca Caldwell studied at the University of Toronto, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. She focused on English and later pursued a Master of Arts degree in English Literature, specializing in Renaissance Drama. Her educational background supports her expertise in policy development and communication.
Teaching Experience
Rebecca Caldwell served as an Instructor at Ryerson University from 2013 to 2015. In this role, she contributed to the academic development of students, sharing her knowledge and experience in media and communication. Her teaching experience complements her professional background in journalism and policy.
Role in Government Prior to Current Position
Before her current role, Rebecca Caldwell worked as the Director of Policy in the Office of The Hon. Steven Guilbeault from 2019 to 2021. In this capacity, she focused on policy formulation and strategic planning for the Canadian Heritage sector, building on her extensive background in media and communications.