Ryan Patrick Northfield, MPA
Toronto,Canada
Summary
A results-oriented, transformative leader and public policy specialist, with over 8 years of experience in the Ontario Public Service and 3+ years of Board experience. Experienced in cabinet policy delivery, emergency management, population health, education policy, social policy, financial services, and unhoused strategies. Interested in leading the development and implementation of transformative strategies for key social services. Key competencies include:
- Public Sector Experience: Demonstrated excellence in project delivery, recognized with the 2023-24 Achievement Commitment Excellence Award for Partner Relations. Strong understanding of strategy, policy development, and implementation methods. Proficient in procedures to amend legislation and regulation, government decision-making processes, and necessary document submissions.
- Strong Analytical Aptitude: Proven ability to develop robust financial models and conduct qualitative assessments to support evidence-based policy decision-making for key government directives.
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills: Ability to advance stakeholder relationships to reach mutually beneficial goals.
- Issues Management Skills: Proven capability in strategic communications planning during times of emergency management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Policy Advisor
Cabinet Office
Toronto, Canada
10.2023 - Current
- Provided strategic advice and supported alignment across high-priority bills to amend law, including the Supporting Children’s Futures Act, 2024, and the Emergency Management Modernization Act, 2024, to help advance government decision-making and priorities
- Developed Cabinet Briefing Notes for Ontario’s Health and Social Policy Committee, Legislation and Regulations Committee, and the Cabinet
- Cultivated partnerships with the Ministry of Children, Community, and Social Services, and the Ministry of Education to enhance policy development and delivery, optimizing workflow and efficiency
- Delegated tasks and managed projects, ensuring efficient resource use and timely completion
- Guided team members, fostering collaboration and enhancing performance
- Mentored Cabinet policy residents, supporting their professional development and fostering a collaborative learning environment
Team Lead, Health Equity Strategies
Ministry of Health
Toronto, Canada
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Fostered an inclusive team atmosphere, ensuring timely project completion and mentoring staff to meet professional development goals
- Led the strategic implementation of a $140 million health equity portfolio, supporting executive leadership with Treasury Board materials, strategy decks, correspondence, and stakeholder engagement
- Provided consultative services to improve service delivery through equity inclusion, supporting 20 health equity research projects with $1 million in funding, in partnership with four external research institutions
Senior Policy Consultant
Ministry of Health
Toronto, Canada
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Consulted key Ministry partners including Public Health Agency of Canada for COVID-19 outbreak preparation in fall 2022, identifying efficiencies and improvements, and presenting findings
- Developed a data repository for COVID-19 response strategy action items, creating a communication outreach strategy for updates, submitted to the Associate Deputy Minister.
- Supported the development of Cabinet Committee Submissions to implement COVID-19 mitigation strategies
- Advised on the Black Health portfolio, forming a strategic partnership between the Ministry of Health and the Black Health Alliance to improve health outcomes for Black Ontarians
- Developed the $40 million Black Health Action Plan with the Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Anti-Racism division of Ontario Health
Policy Resident | Senior Policy Advisor
Cabinet Office (Ontario)
Toronto, Canada
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Led the creation of strategic products, developing policies and performance measures to mitigate COVID-19's impact on Ontario's economy and industries, supporting the Jobs and Recovery Cabinet Committee and the Deputy Minister
- Maintained the Cabinet Office digital policy tracking software ONTrack, advised on fiscal policies related to borrowing and debt management, and processed policy commitments from the 2021 Ontario Budget
- Advised the Policy Assistant Deputy Minister Forum (PAF) Secretariat, presenting survey results to 35+ Assistant Deputy Ministers, coordinating a panel on updated OPS human resource strategies, and integrating panel members into the OPS talent management pipeline
Policy Analyst
Ministry of Finance
Toronto, Canada
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Developed key Ontario Lottery Gaming Co (OLG) risk, financial and strategic reports; Coordinated approval process; Presented reports to Deputy Minister of Finance & Office of the Minister of Finance, Support the Director
- Ministry of Finance representative of Economic Impact Steering Committee, collaborated with OLG executive staff and racetrack owners to develop quantitative and qualitative strategies to generate an Economic Impact Study of Ontario’s horse racing industry; Study used to provide evidence-based support to future policy decisions
- Provided strategic advice and support to develop and implement a $2 billion long-term funding agreement through the way of TB/MBC approval between OLG and Ontario Horse Racing Industry; Implemented emergency welfare program through agreement to support industry through closure of racetracks
Policy Analyst
Ministry of Finance
Toronto, Canada
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Developed briefing materials for Premier of Ontario to support financial and social logistics of land-based gaming sites with private stakeholders
- Examined funding options of $2 million to support a centralized industry association; presented options to Associate Deputy Minister of Finance & Office of the Minister of Finance, Support the Director
- Engaged with OLG’ executive staff on a weekly basis to document ongoing issues and mitigation strategies
- Summarized findings in issues forecast reporting for submission to Minister’s Office
Credit Analyst
TD Canada Trust
Mississauga, Canada
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Approved loans, lines of credit, and mortgages for clients amounting to $60 million in credit; managed relationships with financial analysts, attorneys, regional managers on behalf of clients
- Evaluated clients’ credit data and financial statements to determine degree of risk involved in credit approval process; Assessed client financial accounts to ensure correct securities in place
Education
Master of Public Administration -
Queen’s University, School of Policy Studies
Kingston, ONHonours Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Sociology
The University of Western Ontario
London, ONSkills
- Project Management
- Performance Management
- Strategic Leadership
- Organizational Design
- Stakeholder Relations
- Issues management
Websites
Additional Information
- President and Chair of Board of Directors, Cecil Community Centre, 01/01/23, Current
- Vice-Chair of Board of Directors, Cecil Community Centre, 01/01/22, 12/31/22
- Treasurer’s Assistant, Black Business and Professional Association, 01/01/18, 12/31/19
- Canadian Football League combine participant, 2016
- Avid boxer and cyclist
Accomplishments
- 2023-2024 Ontario Public Service ACE Partner Relations Award for Advancing Health Equity in Ontario
Timeline
Senior Policy Advisor
Cabinet Office
10.2023 - Current
Team Lead, Health Equity Strategies
Ministry of Health
11.2022 - 10.2023
Senior Policy Consultant
Ministry of Health
07.2021 - 11.2022
Policy Resident | Senior Policy Advisor
Cabinet Office (Ontario)
01.2021 - 08.2021
Policy Analyst
Ministry of Finance
06.2017 - 09.2017
Policy Analyst
Ministry of Finance
01.2017 - 01.2021
Credit Analyst
TD Canada Trust
09.2015 - 05.2016
Master of Public Administration -
Queen’s University, School of Policy Studies
Honours Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Sociology
The University of Western Ontario
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