Colin Fast

Colin Fast is an experienced communications professional currently serving as the Director of Communications in the Mayor's Office for the City of Winnipeg, supporting Mayor Scott Gillingham since November 2022. Prior to this role, Colin held the position of Director of Communications for the Scott Gillingham for Mayor Campaign and served as the Director of Policy at the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce from July 2018 to June 2022. Colin's career includes significant roles such as Manager of Communications & Policy at the Winnipeg Construction Association, Urban Affairs Columnist/Journalist for Metro Winnipeg, Communications Lead for STARS Air Ambulance in Manitoba, and Communications Manager at Red River College. Earlier positions include work as a Policy Analyst for the City of Winnipeg and as a Communications Specialist for Pollard Banknote. Colin holds diplomas in Public Relations from the University of Manitoba and Broadcasting & Journalism from Confederation College.