Stuart McKelvie is a communications professional with extensive experience in building and managing digital campaigns, implementing software solutions and engaging community. He has spent more than five years with Youth Science Canada, where he is now the Communications Manager, responsible for developing and managing internal and external communications, content production, and outreach action plans. Stuart reports to the Executive Director and collaborates with staff, contractors, and national volunteers to raise awareness of the organization and its services, maintain a positive public image, and build valuable ties within the wider YSC community.

In this position, he has advanced the organization’s mission and vision by using a range of digital communication tools and strategies to build and sustain the profile and fidelity of YSC’s brand. He was responsible for delivering innovative online campaigns and communications that helped to meet YSC’s organizational and communication goals, as well as managing and growing the organization’s online social networks, platforms, and communities.

Stuart is a skilled communicator who excels at writing innovative, engaging, and compelling digital and web content and emails. He is also adept at designing creative assets and content to support campaigns, communications, and development objectives. Stuart’s ability to track and report on digital metrics has helped YSC improve its effectiveness, evaluate success, and provide engaging information to donors.

Stuart remains informed of innovation, developments, and trends in the youth STEM space, bringing new ideas and strategies to YSC to help push the edge of what is possible.