Darin Wong, Mpa
About Darin Wong, Mpa
Current Role at TELUS
Darin Wong currently holds the position of Senior Strategy Manager at TELUS. His role includes overseeing strategic initiatives and managing relationships with various stakeholders. His responsibilities encompass aligning strategy with broader organizational goals, driving key projects, and facilitating effective decision-making processes across teams.
Experience at FortisBC
From 2018 to 2021, Darin Wong served as the Community and Indigenous Relations Manager at FortisBC in Surrey, British Columbia. In this role, he was instrumental in building and maintaining strategic relationships with Indigenous communities, municipalities, and various community stakeholders. His work focused on strengthening ties within the energy and utility sector, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
Past Roles in Indigenous Affairs
Darin Wong has extensive experience working in Indigenous and community relations roles within various government departments. He served as Senior Advisor, Indigenous Consultation at the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency, Lands Management and Leasing Officer, and Assistant Negotiator at Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada. His roles have involved supporting negotiations, consultations, and strategic relationship-building with First Nations on behalf of the Government of Canada.
Educational Background
Darin Wong holds a Master of Public Administration from the University of Victoria, completed from 2012 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from The University of British Columbia, where he studied from 2000 to 2005. Additionally, he has undertaken formal training in stakeholder engagement, media, and presentations over the past 15 years.
Public Speaking and Leadership
Darin Wong is active in public speaking and leadership, having delivered speeches and presentations to elected officials and stakeholders. He has also served as Club President for two Metro Vancouver-based Toastmasters International clubs. His experience includes significant public speaking engagements and formal training in presentations.