With nearly two decades of experience in strategic communications, brand and issues management, digital and social strategy, media relations, public affairs, and campaigns, Chris Ball brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Counsel.
Most recently, Chris served as the Senior Strategic Advisor to Mayor Olivia Chow, who won a historic by-election in Toronto in 2023. He is a seasoned war room and central campaign veteran at all three levels of government. Chris has a keen eye for public affairs and political strategy and has held multiple senior political roles, including Director of Communications for the Ontario NDP and Special Assistant to Jack Layton, former leader the New Democratic Party of Canada.
“Counsel Public Affairs is Canada’s most effective, fully integrated public affairs agency. Today, we are thrilled to welcome Chris Ball to our growing communications and campaigns practice,” said Logan Ross, Counsel’s Communications & Campaigns Practice Lead. “With his extensive experience in public relations, crisis management, digital advocacy, opinion research, government relations, and campaigns, and his results-focused approach, Chris will supercharge Counsel’s capacity to design and execute fully integrated campaigns that drive our clients’ success.”
Chris has also worked with numerous Canadian and global media and culture brands and Fortune 500 companies.
His strategic vision and ability to navigate complex landscapes ensure that clients achieve their objectives.