Canadian Association of Communicators in Education

CACE Connects Podcast

Education EN ↓ 8 episodes

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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Episodes

Jay Robb: Telling Stories from the Front Line 19.05.2026 51:37

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 [...]

Dr. Brendan Browne: Communicating Complexity with Clarity 05.03.2026 48:37

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, [...]

Rebecca Bultsma: Practical AI Strategies 06.02.2026 46:42

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 [...]

Jiana Chow: Engaging an Engaged Community 08.01.2026 37:51

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 [...]

Warren Weeks: Fight or Flight School – Hacking our Prehistoric Code for Better Crisis Response 02.12.2025 1:02:03

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 [...]

Melissa Eldridge: Crisis ready – leadership and legal strategy 17.11.2025 34:55

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 [...]

Ryan Bird: Why communications belongs in the C-Suite 09.10.2025 41:16

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 [...]

CACE Connects Podcast – Trailer! 19.05.2025 0:55

This is where Canada’s education communicators come together, coast to coast to coast, to share stories, spark ideas and strengthen the profession that connects our schools to the communities they serve. Each episode, we’ll feature real conversations about the challenges, innovations and inspiring moments that shape our work in education communications. From crisis response to [...]