Advisor, Internal Communications (18-Month Contract) – Canadian Tire – Toronto, ON

Canadian Tire Corporation is looking for a seasoned Internal Communications Advisor to join their team in Toronto, Ontario on an 18-month contract. This is a meaningful role at one of Canada’s most recognized retail companies, where your words and strategy will directly shape how thousands of employees connect with the business they work for.

Reporting to the Manager of Employee Communications, you’ll partner with business teams, project leads, and senior executives to craft and deliver strategic communications initiatives that keep CTC employees informed, engaged, and aligned with the company’s direction. From intranet content to leadership messaging to campaign execution, this role puts your storytelling skills to work every single day.

About the Role: Advisor, Internal Communications

As the Employee Communications Advisor, you’ll take the lead on developing and executing communications strategies that connect employees to the company’s True North priorities and broader business initiatives. You’ll serve as communications lead on cross-functional projects, driving both the strategy and the execution of campaigns designed to build a culture of high performance and belonging. Content creation for CTC’s intranet, The Angle, will be a key part of your portfolio, alongside writing and presentation support for senior leaders across multiple channels.

You’ll also play an informal mentorship role, providing coaching and delegation support to Employee Communications Specialists on the team. Staying current on best practices in communications and retail, and championing the use of digital tools like Microsoft 365 and Copilot, will help you continuously elevate team impact and productivity.

Benefits and Salary

The typical hiring range for this role is $23.00 to $37.00 CAD per hour, with final compensation depending on experience, skills, and other factors. CTC offers a competitive total rewards package that includes store discounts, access to the Triangle Learning Academy, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, and retirement and savings programs for eligible employees. Their enhanced flex benefits program includes $5,000 per year in mental health support for eligible employees and their families, along with total well-being tools and resources available to all staff.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll be the communications engine behind major employee-facing initiatives at Canadian Tire Corporation. From strategic planning to hands-on content creation, your work will directly influence how employees understand and connect with the company’s priorities. Strong project ownership and cross-functional collaboration are at the heart of what this position demands.

• Partner with business teams to engage and inform employees about company initiatives, strategy progress, partnerships, and product launches
• Lead communications strategy on projects, driving campaigns that foster a culture of high performance and belonging
• Provide writing, presentation, and communications support for senior leaders and project teams across multiple platforms, aligned with CTC’s voice and visual identity
• Lead story ideation and content creation for CTC’s intranet, The Angle
• Stay current on best practices in communications and retail to continually elevate the team’s impact and reputation
• Provide informal coaching to Employee Communications Specialists, delegating effectively to support team development
• Champion continuous improvement through effective adoption of digital tools including Microsoft 365 and Copilot to boost productivity and collaboration

Requirements / Skills

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in corporate communications or public relations, with a proven ability to translate complex business messages into compelling, accessible content. You’re someone who builds genuine relationships with executives, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and brings a growth mindset to everything you do.

• 7+ years of progressive experience in communications or public relations, with strong storytelling and content creation skills
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with familiarity in internal channels like SharePoint and Viva Engage
• Ability to adopt the voice of senior leaders and the CTC corporate brand tone, simplifying complex ideas into clear messages for employees
• Proven experience partnering with executives and developing integrated communications plans
• Strong visual communication skills with experience using PowerPoint and Canva preferred
• Post-secondary education in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field
• Flexibility to work varied hours including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as required
• Experience working with corporate creative teams, content teams, and event management (particularly marquee events) is an asset

How to Apply

To apply for this position, use the official link below to submit your application through Canadian Tire Corporation’s career portal. Make sure your resume is up to date and tailored to the role before submitting.

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