Shawn Lawlor
About Shawn Lawlor
Shawn Lawlor serves as the Director of Minister’s Regional Offices at the Government of Canada, a position he has held since 2019. He has a background in history and anthropology from St. Thomas University and extensive experience in regional affairs management within the Canadian government sector.
Work at Government of Canada
Shawn Lawlor has been serving as the Director of the Minister’s Regional Offices at the Government of Canada since May 2019. In this role, he has focused on regional affairs management, leveraging his extensive experience in the Canadian government sector. Prior to this position, he worked as the Regional Affairs Manager - Atlantic at Public Services and Procurement Canada since 2017. His career within the government has included various roles that emphasize his commitment to public service and regional development.
Education and Expertise
Shawn Lawlor holds a degree in History and Anthropology from St. Thomas University, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation for his career in public service. Lawlor possesses expertise in government and NGO liaison, research, communications, and speech writing, which he has applied throughout his various roles in the public sector.
Background
Shawn Lawlor began his career in public service with the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency in 2003, where he worked in the Office of the Minister for 11 months. He then transitioned to Infrastructure Canada as a Policy Analyst for five months in 2004. Following this, he served as Executive Assistant to the Minister at the Government of Nova Scotia from 2005 to 2017, accumulating 12 years of experience in municipal affairs and emergency management.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Shawn Lawlor has demonstrated a commitment to public service and regional affairs management. His roles have included significant responsibilities in various governmental departments, contributing to policy development and regional initiatives. His extensive experience in the Canadian government sector has equipped him with the skills necessary to navigate complex governmental structures and foster effective communication between agencies.