CACE is a national association of professionals committed to encouraging and enhancing excellence in communications in education. We offer a national conference, webinars, virtual training, regional workshops, and networking opportunities for members across Canada. This podcast will feature the people and topics that communicators in education face each day.
Hosted by Dale Burgos, a CACE Past President, who has managed communications departments for multiple school boards across Canada.
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Canadian Association of Communicators in Education
Internal communications is about more than creating messages and managing channels. The greatest value of a communications professional often comes from understanding people, connecting strategy to action, influencing leaders and demonstrating meaningful organizational impact. In this episode of CACE Connects, we speak with Priya Bates, President of Inner Strength Communication Inc., about her Inner Strength [...]
12 Sept 2026
Lori Campbell – Beyond the Statement: Communicating Reconciliation
What does it mean to communicate reconciliation in ways that are authentic, accountable and transformative? In this episode of CACE Connects, we explore the powerful role communications professionals can play in moving reconciliation beyond statements and symbolism toward meaningful institutional change. Lori Campbell, Associate Vice-President at the University of Regina, draws on personal experience, Indigenous [...]
15 Jul 2026
WCDSB – The First Hire: Building a Communications Function From the Ground Up
In 2021, the Wellington Catholic District School Board hired its first communications professional. In this episode of the CACE Connects Podcast, we are joined by Mike Glazier, Director of Education, and Bianca Pettinaro, Communications and Community Engagement Lead, to discuss what inspired that decision, how the role has evolved and the impact strategic communications has [...]
19 May 2026
Jay Robb: Telling Stories from the Front Line
In this episode of the CACE Connects Podcast, we explore the power of storytelling with Jay Robb, Manager of Communications for the Faculty of Science at McMaster University. With more than 30 years of communications experience, Jay shares practical insights on how to build stronger stories, connect with diverse audiences, navigate approvals and adapt storytelling [...]
5 Mar 2026
Dr. Brendan Browne: Communicating Complexity with Clarity
In complex organizations, communications is most effective when it is part of the leadership conversation from the beginning. When communicators are positioned at the strategic table, they can help leaders anticipate challenges, shape understanding and ensure messages resonate with the communities they serve. In this episode of CACE Connects, we speak with Dr. Brendan Browne, [...]
6 Feb 2026
Rebecca Bultsma: Practical AI Strategies
Practical AI strategies and the current state of AI in education. Artificial intelligence is moving quickly in K-12 education, and communications teams are often at the centre of questions, concerns and opportunities. In this episode of CACE Connects, we speak with Rebecca Bultsma about the current state of AI in education and practical strategies communicators [...]
8 Jan 2026
Engaging an Engaged Community
Engaging a community is a core part of public education, but it can be especially challenging when that community is highly informed, deeply invested and unafraid to speak up. In this episode, we are joined by Jiana Chow, the Communications Manager for the Vancouver School Board, to talk about what it means to engage with [...]
2 Dec 2025
Warren Weeks: Fight or Flight School – Hacking our Prehistoric Code for Better Crisis Response
This episode looks at the science behind crisis behaviour and why communicators and leaders in public education can struggle even with strong plans in place. Warren Weeks, a seasoned communications expert, explains how instinctive stress responses influence early decisions and what that means for managing fast-moving situations. We discuss practical ways to stay grounded under [...]
17 Nov 2025
Melissa Eldridge: Crisis ready – leadership and legal strategy
This episode features a conversation with Melissa Eldridge from BLG on what it means to be crisis ready in public education. She explains how to identify early warning signs, prepare through scenario planning, work effectively with legal counsel and communicate clearly during fast-moving events. The discussion offers practical guidance for school district communicators who manage [...]
9 Oct 2025
Ryan Bird: Why Communications belongs in the C-Suite
In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Bird, the Executive Officer of Communications and Public Affairs for the Toronto District School Board, to explore a bold and necessary idea: communications professionals deserve a seat at the C-suite table. From shaping public trust to guiding strategic decisions, the role of communications in K–12 education has [...]
19 May 2025
CACE Connects Podcast – Trailer!
The CACE Connects Podcast trailer introduces a platform for Canadian education communicators to share stories and strengthen their profession.
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