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Braedon Clark

Braedon Clark

Bedford,Canada

Summary

An experienced public servant with expertise in public policy, communications, and consensus building. Committed to bringing more policy and less politics to Canada.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Member of the Legislative Assembly (Bedford South)

Province of Nova Scotia
08.2021 - 10.2024
  • Served as Official Opposition critic for Housing, Public Works, and Healthcare Redevelopment
  • Successfully worked with government MLAs and civil servants to bring major investments to Bedford South—new schools, a new ferry service, and changes to provincial rent subsidy programs
  • Member of the Public Accounts Committee and Law Amendments Committee, tasked with analyzing all Auditor General reports and proposed legislation in the House of Assembly
  • Significant and regular contact with media, stakeholders, and others to influence and shape public policy in Nova Scotia
  • Author of close to a dozen bills with a special focus on housing policy

Senior Consultant

National Public Relations
04.2019 - 07.2021
  • Worked directly with clients to help them tell their stories better.
  • This included strategic communications, crisis response, media training, government relations, and more.
  • Clients across a wide variety of sectors—government, post-secondary, natural resources, professional associations, and more.
  • Presented findings and recommendations to executive-level stakeholders, effectively communicating key insights and action plans.
  • Mentored junior consultants, helping them enhance their skills and contribute more effectively to projects.

Executive Assistant to Ministers

Government of Nova Scotia
10.2016 - 03.2019
  • Supported two ministers in three departments as chief political and legislative aide
  • Worked closely with civil servants, Premier’s Office staff, and stakeholders to make progress on everything from major highway construction to land protection to accessibility reform
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.

Communications Advisor

Nova Scotia Liberal Caucus Office
12.2015 - 09.2016
  • Wrote compelling press releases, articles, and op-eds that generated significant media coverage for clients the caucus.
  • Collaborated closely with leaders and MLAs to develop and executive a consistent narrative.


Journalist

Freelance-writers
05.2014 - 11.2015
  • Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels at publications like Metro Halifax and the Chronicle-Herald.
  • Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
  • Developed story ideas and conducted interviews on a wide range of topics.

Education

Master of journalism -

Carleton University
Ottawa, ON
04-2013

Bachelor of Arts (honours) - Political Science

Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
05-2010

Skills

  • Outstanding communicator
  • Policy wonk
  • Consensus builder
  • Researcher
  • Writer
  • Quick learner
  • Executive leadership
  • Crisis management
  • Government relations

Languages

Timeline

Member of the Legislative Assembly (Bedford South)

Province of Nova Scotia
08.2021 - 10.2024

Senior Consultant

National Public Relations
04.2019 - 07.2021

Executive Assistant to Ministers

Government of Nova Scotia
10.2016 - 03.2019

Communications Advisor

Nova Scotia Liberal Caucus Office
12.2015 - 09.2016

Journalist

Freelance-writers
05.2014 - 11.2015

Master of journalism -

Carleton University

Bachelor of Arts (honours) - Political Science

Dalhousie University
Braedon Clark