Jamie Kwong

Position: Executive Director, Ottawa Safety Council

With over 12+ years of experience, Jamie is a respected community builder and led the following non-profit organizations as the Executive Director: The Ottawa Music Industry Coalition, The Vanier Business Improvement Area, and the Orléans Chamber of Commerce prior to joining the Ottawa Safety Council(OSC). Since joining the OSC in 2022, Jamie led the expansion of the organization adding an office in Toronto and now employs over 550 staff, up from 350. She has a strong track-record for results, forging innovative collaborations, and is known for her advocacy efforts. She currently serves as the President of the Ottawa Arts Council’s Board of Directors. She holds a Master’s of Arts degree in criminology from the University of Ottawa and believes in the importance of creating the conditions that build healthy communities.