Vice President, Communications

Infrastructure Ontario (IO), an Ontario crown corporation, provides a wide range of services to support the Ontario government’s initiative to modernize and maximize the value of public infrastructure and realty. IO has been recognized domestically and internationally for the way it does business and the success it has had with its major projects, real estate services, infrastructure lending, commercial projects, and development mandate. IO delivers some of the most complex, ambitious commercial and land development solutions for the Province and continues to evolve and expand its capabilities to maximize its public impact and deliver on its vision of creating a connected, modern and competitive Ontario.

Position Purpose:
IO’s communications team plays an integral role not only in promoting the work across IO, but also supporting that work directly by building community awareness and support, advising clients and contractors on communications strategies and execution, and supporting the overall corporate communications of a dynamic and complex organization.

What You Will Do:
Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), the VP Communications will be responsible for the communications team’s many responsibilities, including:

• Lead a Communications team capable of promoting and protecting the corporate reputation of Infrastructure Ontario as a leading place to work and exemplar of excellence in delivering projects and programs on behalf of the Government of Ontario.
• Create a strategic plan and renewed approach to IO’s communications, identifying core interests, key stakeholders and most effective approaches to convey our message in a complex, high scrutiny environment.
• Work closely with IO’s CEO, CSO and Executive Management Team on results and outcomes against a strategic communications and external relations plan.
• Manage the Communications team budget, procurements, expenses and accountability requirements in accordance with the delegations of authority.
• Lead the creation and implementation of an Annual Communications and External Relations schedule, including community engagement and industry stakeholder engagement.
• Direct proactive communications that promote and support high profile initiatives such as the Market Update and other corporate priorities.
• Organize and evaluate IO’s public speaking opportunities including speeches for the CEO and other members of the executive and senior management teams.
• Build IO’s corporate brand and reputation by developing and delivering content through various channels including the web site, intranet and social media.
• Collaborate with the leadership of Strategic Enterprise Services to manage and improve IO’s external relationships in a consistent fashion that achieves the organization’s priorities.
• Direct the planning and implementation of internal communications in partnership with key internal clients.
• Oversee the corporate relationship with industry associations and their leadership in the spirit of maintaining dynamic, open and timely exchange of information and perspectives.
• Serve as IO’s leader and contact for media relations.
• Motivate, coach and mentor the communications team members by setting high standards including those in performance goals and professional development plans.

What You Will Need

• Expertise as a senior communications team leader
• Experience in a fast-paced environment in leading large, complex communications initiatives with multiple stakeholders.
• Proven ability in the creation of communication strategies, with key deliverables to achieve organizational interests.
• Demonstrated accountability for leading the development of integrated communications strategies in support of strategic directions and initiatives of an organization.
• Previous experience working within, or with, the Provincial Government.
• Proven ability to align and re-align complex communications project plans in response to constantly changing directions and priorities.
• Senior level communications (written and verbal), presentation and relationship-building skills to build effective relationships with colleagues and diverse stakeholders which include: the Board of Directors, senior agency and government executives, Chairs of Hospital Boards, CEOs, Municipal Administrators, etc.
• Experience in issues management and dealing with the media effectively.
• Highly developed planning, organizing and time management skills to manage multiple projects, meet stringent deadlines, and respond to constantly changing priorities.
• Experience in managing a large and dynamic team, with demonstrated ability in identifying, developing and effectively organizing the talents of your team members.
• Ability to identify issues and find solutions, ensure consistency in messaging, negotiate effectively with stakeholders and vendors, liaise with the media, and ensure the integration of major communications projects.

What We Offer

• A commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
• A defined contribution pension plan, where IO contributes the equivalent of 5% of a full-time employee’s annual salary, with an option for IO to match an additional 5% contribution made by the employee. IO also offers a Group Retirement Savings Plan and Group Tax Free Savings Account, designed to help IO colleagues plan and save for their future.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision, out-of-country care, paramedical services, and more.
• A pregnancy and parental leave program that offers expecting, eligible employees a top-up to 95% of their annual base salary for 31 weeks, and our parental leave program offers eligible employees a top-up to 95% of their annual base salary for 15 weeks.
• Access to our $1000 Healthcare Spending Account to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program and a Lifestyle Account that expands the eligibility of health and wellness options and can include coverage for gym memberships and fitness equipment, nutrition counselling or financial planning.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being. IO will also cover the costs associated with up to two membership and license fees per year for eligible colleagues if directly related to the employee’s role.
• Access to a suite of virtual healthcare options to support non-urgent medical needs
• A convenient, central location at 1 Dundas St West, easily accessible by public transit.

This posting will close on Friday March 20, 2026 at 12:00 pm.

The hiring range for this position is $180,000 - $210,000 a corresponding job level of M4.
The exact compensation will align based on the skills, knowledge and experience of the candidate.
This posting is for a current active vacancy. We are actively recruiting to fill this position.

After reviewing the qualifications listed above, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described, but still encourage you to apply, as you may have other relevant expertise and experience that you can bring to the role.

At Infrastructure Ontario, we strive to create a culture that encourages a diverse equitable and inclusive environment that fosters belonging. We believe that experience comes in many forms and through learning from each others’ differences and perspectives gives us strength. We are committed to enhancing our culture and encourage applications from all walks of life. Let us know if you require any accommodations for the selection process, by contacting the Talent Acquisition Team.

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience will be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

At Infrastructure Ontario, we use AI in our applicant tracking system to improve the efficiency and fairness of recruitment. Your application will be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team for a thorough evaluation. Please note that final hiring decisions are made solely by our experienced hiring team.