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This holiday season, we’re filled with gratitude for the incredible organizations and leaders we’ve had the privilege to work with in 2024. Wishing you an incredible holiday season. Here’s to more growth and success together in 2025! Happy holidays from the Keynote Search team! #happyholidays

We are proud to partner with the Mental Health Commission of Canada in the executive recruitment of a Director, IT & Facilities! The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to raising national awareness of mental health issues and improving health and social outcomes for individuals living with mental illness. Recognized as a leader both nationally and internationally, the Commission builds on its existing work and core mandate, guided by Changing Directions Changing Lives: The Mental Health Strategy for Canada. Its focus areas include substance use, suicide prevention, population-based initiatives, and engagement. This prioritization aims to enhance the Commission’s effectiveness in fulfilling its mandate and achieving measurable impacts for individuals with mental illness, as well as their families and caregivers. The Director of Information Technology and Facilities will play a critical role in modernizing and streamlining the organization’s technological and physical infrastructure. With a focus on driving the MHCC’s IT transformation, this role is pivotal in aligning technology solutions with the organization’s dual mandates of social enterprise through Opening Minds and its charitable objectives. Learn more about this incredible opportunity: https://lnkd.in/e_7-vPvm #executivesearch #recruitment #hiring #ottawa #director

We are proud to partner with the City of Ottawa / Ville d’Ottawa in the executive recruitment of a General Manager, Planning, Development, & Building Services! Ottawa is a city of just over one million that is prosperous, sustainable, inclusive, and resilient. The City of Ottawa is the fourth largest city in Canada by population, with a rich history, diverse culture, and vibrant economy. Over the next decade, the City of Ottawa’s goal is to be a place where: residents experience a good quality of life and live in neighbourhoods that are diverse, inclusive, safe, connected, accessible and affordable; residents benefit from a healthy, sustainable and equitable built environment that supports our efforts to address climate change; Ottawa is economically diversified and prosperous; attracting people to Ottawa to live, work, play, invest, learn and visit. The General Manager, Planning, Development, and Building Services, is a critical leadership role within the City of Ottawa, providing vision, direction, and strategic oversight for one of the City’s most complex and impactful departments. This position oversees essential services such as planning approvals, transportation planning, building code enforcement, and the management of major urban projects like the Lansdowne Park revitalization, Zoning By-Law review and Transportation Master Plan. Learn more about this exciting opportunity: https://lnkd.in/dicNmTW6  #executivesearch #recruitment #hiring #ottawa #manager #planning #development

We are thrilled to partner with the National Maritime Group-Coalition maritime canadienne in the executive recruitment of a Executive Director! Established in November 2022, the National Maritime Group (NMG) represents nearly 100 private sector maritime employers and operators from coast to coast, including the St. Lawrence region. NMG’s associations, marine terminals and carriers play a crucial role in moving essential goods and providing well-paying, family-supporting jobs across 14 Canadian ports in five provinces. This forward-thinking organization is a collaborative partnership between the British Columbia Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA), Maritime Employers Association (MEA), Halifax Employers Association (HEA), and the Port of Saint John Employers Association (PSJEA). Working with the Steering Committee Leadership, and supported by the Secretariat, the Executive Director (ED) will be responsible for maintaining NMG’s growth and influence in the federal political landscape through the day-to-day operations of the group. The three main areas of focus will be operations, communication, and policy development & implementation. Learn more about this exciting opportunity: https://lnkd.in/egX9WmZ8 #hiring #recruitment #executivesearch #executive #director #executivedirector

We are excited to partner with the Nepean Skating Club in the executive recruitment of an Executive Director! The Nepean Skating Club (NSC), located in Ottawa, Canada, is a renowned organization dedicated to nurturing a passion for skating among individuals of all ages and skill levels. With over 50 years of history, the club has established a strong reputation for excellence in training and competition. It offers a diverse range of programs, from learn-to-skate initiatives for beginners to advanced training for competitive skaters, emphasizing skill development, teamwork, and personal growth. The club’s commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment ensures that all members feel valued and motivated to achieve their goals. The NSC is deeply embedded in the local community, engaging with schools and organizations to promote the sport and joy of skating. By building partnerships and hosting events, the club not only enhances its visibility but also encourages broader participation in skating activities. This community-oriented approach helps to cultivate a love for the sport while providing opportunities for skaters to showcase their skills and progress through various levels of competition. Learn more about this exciting opportunity: https://lnkd.in/dfCccBbV #executivesearch #recruitment #hiring #executive #director #executivedirector

The Keynote Search team recently traded our laptops for paintbrushes at a fun and relaxing paint night with Pop Up Painters! Together, we brought the painting Swinging Over the River to life (or at least we tried our best to!) Thank you to Pop Up Painters for hosting such a fun and creative evening 👏 How do you think we did? Kelsey Mayo Stephanie Aloia Stephanie Williams Brenda Kirkwood James Baker Alina Shimshoon Donna Baker #teambuilding #teamwork #art #paintnight

We had a great time celebrating the official launch of Goldstone CPA! As a proud sponsor, we were honoured to support this milestone and be part of such a memorable event. Congratulations to the entire Goldstone CPA team, we can't wait to see the impact you’ll make in both corporate and personal accounting! James Baker #event #support #event #accounting #sponsor

We are thrilled to partner with the National Police Federation/Fédération de la Police Nationale in the executive recruitment of a Legal Counsel! The National Police Federation (NPF) represents approximately 20,000 RCMP Members serving both in Canada and internationally. As the largest police union in Canada and the second largest in North America, the NPF is the first independent national association dedicated to representing RCMP Members, having been established in 2019. As directed by the Manager, Legal Services the Legal Counsel will offer strategic legal counsel and interpretation to the Labour Relations Officers and staff, while serving as the representative of the National Police Federation in assigned cases. Learn more about this exciting opportunity: https://lnkd.in/eaTU5Uk2 #hiring #recruitment #executivesearch #legal #legalcounsel

We are excited to partner with the Ottawa Community Foundation in the executive recruitment of a Vice President, Communications & Marketing! The Ottawa Community Foundation supports the needs of Ottawa through philanthropic giving and impact. Proudly serving the community since 1987, this non-profit organization works with donors, charitable organizations and community partners to craft their legacies and make the community a better place for all. The role of the foundation is to connect people who care with causes that matter, enabling generous citizens to enhance the quality of life for all those in the National Capital Region. With a goal to be a system-level change maker, the Ottawa Community Foundation is a convener of public-private philanthropic partnerships looking to deliver positive and sustainable systemic change across a wide range of issues. As part of OCF’s commitment to growth and sustainable development, the inaugural Vice President (VP), Communications and Marketing will play a crucial role in shaping the foundation’s narrative, increasing brand awareness and driving donor acquisition efforts. Learn more about this exciting opportunity: https://lnkd.in/eXuxHphx #executivesearch #recruitment #hiring #vicepresident #communications #marketing

We are proud to partner with the City of Ottawa / Ville d’Ottawa in the executive recruitment of an Associate General Manager, Transit Services! Ottawa is a city of just over one million that is prosperous, sustainable, inclusive, and resilient. The City of Ottawa is the fourth largest city in Canada by population, with a rich history, diverse culture, and vibrant economy. Over the next decade, the City of Ottawa’s goal is to be a place where: residents experience a good quality of life and live in neighbourhoods that are diverse, inclusive, safe, connected, accessible and affordable; residents benefit from a healthy, sustainable and equitable built environment that supports our efforts to address climate change; Ottawa is economically diversified and prosperous; attracting people to Ottawa to live, work, play, invest, learn and visit. Under the guidance of the General Manager, the Associate General Manager, Transit Services is tasked with a variety of key responsibilities essential to the effective management and strategic planning of the city’s transit services. As the Associate General Manager, your role will have primary focus on building professional relationships and partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders. This involves staying informed about changes in the internal and external environments and understanding how these changes will affect the delivery of transit services and programs. Learn more about this exciting opportunity: https://lnkd.in/ecTuw_zR #executivesearch #recruitment #hiring #ottawa #manager