CACE Connects Podcast

Canadian Association of Communicators in Education

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.

Episodes

  1. Dr. Brendan Browne: Communicating Complexity with Clarity

    4D AGO

    Dr. Brendan Browne: Communicating Complexity with Clarity

    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, [...]

    49 min
  2. Rebecca Bultsma: Practical AI Strategies

    FEB 6

    Rebecca Bultsma: Practical AI Strategies

    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 [...]

    47 min
  3. Jiana Chow: Engaging an Engaged Community

    JAN 8

    Jiana Chow: Engaging an Engaged Community

    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 [...]

    38 min
  4. Warren Weeks: Fight or Flight School – Hacking our Prehistoric Code for Better Crisis Response

    12/02/2025

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

    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 [...]

    1h 2m
  5. Melissa Eldridge: Crisis ready – leadership and legal strategy

    11/17/2025

    Melissa Eldridge: Crisis ready – leadership and legal strategy

    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 [...]

    35 min
  6. Ryan Bird: Why communications belongs in the C-Suite

    10/09/2025

    Ryan Bird: Why communications belongs in the C-Suite

    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 [...]

    41 min
  7. CACE Connects Podcast – Trailer!

    05/19/2025

    CACE Connects Podcast – Trailer!

    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 [...]

    1 min
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About

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.

Information

  • Creator
    Canadian Association of Communicators in Education
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Canadian Association of Communicators in Education
  • Show Website
    CACE Connects Podcast