Patrick L Smith
Communications Strategist · Educator · Digital Storyteller
Making complex information
easier to understand, navigate and trust.
Who Am I?
Career
In my role as Manager, National Projects at the Canada Safety Council, I’m responsible for the organization’s strategic communications. Through content strategy and editorial leadership, I plan and execute public-facing communications and national public-interest campaigns, also serving as the organization’s voice and national spokesperson.
At Algonquin College, I have been providing student mentorship and skills-based instruction in the Journalism program since 2016. My courses prioritize digital media and project-based, experiential learning designed around digital storytelling, editorial judgment and multimedia journalism.
Education
I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Carleton University, as well as a Journalism diploma and an Interactive Media Management certificate from Algonquin College.
My Skills
Communications Strategy
I shape clear, credible communication by aligning message, platform, and audience.
My experience includes leading national public-interest campaigns and digital strategy work.
Digital Storytelling
I create and guide stories built for how people actually encounter information today. Working across web, multimedia, and interactive formats, my objective is making information easier to understand and trust.
Education
I design and teach applied, industry-informed curriculum that helps students develop editorial judgment and critical thinking skills. My courses emphasize the use of real-world tools and ethical decision-making in professional settings.