Communications Support
At communications support we are jacks—and jills—of all trades. We issue news releases that keep Nova Scotians informed about everything from traffic tie-ups on major highways to government's newest policies and programs. We also help to make sure that Nova Scotians know what's going on—even in the throes of a winter storm or emergency situation.
We provide event and logistics planning for:
- government news conferences
- visits by dignitaries
- government conferences
We are in daily contact with hundreds of media representatives across the province, and the country, ensuring that they:
- are advised of news conferences and events
- receive all government-issued news releases and advisories
- get the technical support and access they need to cover government events
Provide departments with editing and writing support for:
- news releases and related materials
- feature stories
We administer the province's Emergency Public Information Plan. We:
- provide communications support to Emergency Management Office during storms and emergencies
- release information to media and the public
- co-ordinate and manage all communications during emergency situations
- train emergency communicators
Communications Support...We Want You to Know
Contact:
Carla Burns, Co-ordinator, Communication Support
Phone: 424-2876; e-mail: burnsca@gov.ns.ca
Glenn Friel, Communications Advisor
Phone: 424-1720; e-mail: frielgp@gov.ns.ca
John Whidden, Communications Advisor
Phone: 424-2936; e-mail: whiddejl@gov.ns.ca
Michelle Lucas, Communications Officer
Phone: 424-2936; e-mail: lucasml@gov.ns.ca
David Whynacht, Communications Officer
Phone: 424-2077; e-mail: whynacd@gov.ns.ca