People of PacifiCan: Emily Woods

Meet Emily. When she’s not blazing trails as PacifiCan’s Director of Communications, she’s running and skiing through the trails of Gatineau Park.  

How did you arrive at PacifiCan?

I took the long road to PacifiCan, working my way across the country with roles with the provincial/territorial governments of Nunavut, Alberta, British Columbia and the federal government in Ottawa.  Beautiful B.C. has always been close to my heart. 

What interested you about PacifiCan?

PacifiCan was only a year old when I joined the ranks. It isn’t often that public servants have an opportunity to be part of a “start-up”.  I was motivated to help build PacifiCan from the ground up. 

What do you do in a typical day?

I lead PacifiCan’s communications team. Our role is to build awareness of PacifiCan and champion and celebrate the businesses, entrepreneurs and communities who are making a difference.

What do you find most rewarding about your work? 

It’s hard to choose just one. Working with a team of master storytellers and seeing our partners and clients succeed.

Favourite project or experience at PacifiCan

Learning about the impact of our work directly from some of the amazing organizations and businesses that PacifiCan supports, like Science World, the Chinese Canadian Museum of British Columbia, and Anaconda Systems Limited. 

Any advice you have for people who may want to join PacifiCan? 

If you like a fast-moving organization with passionate, hardworking people, PacifiCan is the place for you.

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