Laurie Stephens

Laurie Stephens is a dynamic communications professional with 35+ years’ experience on both sides of the news. She began her career as a reporter/editor for the Canadian Press, covering a variety of beats over a 10-year span, including sports (she was CP’s first full-time female sports reporter), news, business and politics at Queen’s Park.  

Following the 1990 Ontario election campaign that swept Bob Rae to power, she entered the world of government and politics, serving the Premier in two high-profile advisory positions: as his Press Secretary in the Office of the Premier and as his Executive Coordinator of Communications in the Ministry of Intergovernmental Affairs. 

Her post-government career includes senior positions in a number of public- and private-sector organizations, including the University of Toronto, Credit Union Central of Ontario, Toronto Community Housing (TCHC), the Real Estate Council of Ontario, Tarion, and Parkbridge, a land lease developer. 

In each of these positions, she was relied upon for her strategic communications advice and in-depth knowledge of the policy environment. She has a well-earned reputation for achieving results. Laurie A Stephens Consulting is the culmination of her vast and varied experience in the world of communications and the media.