Dan Hurley

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About Dan Hurley

Strategic public affairs executive with 25+ years of experience leading government relations, strategic communications, and community engagement across public, private, and non-profit sectors. I’ve advised cabinet ministers, university presidents, and CEOs, and led teams that have secured major government funding, launched policy initiatives, and advanced Indigenous reconciliation and ESG priorities.My career spans senior roles in the Canadian federal government, higher education, and consulting, including leadership in strategic communications, climate diplomacy, international education, and philanthropic campaigns. I’m passionate about public service, building trusting relationships, leading and managing change, and advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. I'm also proud to live and work on the unceded territory of the Snuneymuxw and Coast Salish peoples.Let’s connect if you’re interested in public affairs and communications strategy, government and community relations, or mission-driven leadership.