Gillian Earle named McMaster University’s inaugural Vice‑President, Communications (effective Oct. 26, 2026)
McMaster has appointed Gillian Earle as its first Vice‑President, Communications, effective October 26, 2026. She will lead brand and marketing, government relations and strategic communications after an extensive search initiated by the university president.
Gillian Earle will head McMaster Communications, integrating Brand and Marketing, Government Relations and Strategic Communications. Since joining McMaster in 2022 as Director, Strategic Communications and Digital Engagement (Faculty of Health Sciences), she established an integrated strategic function spanning three schools, 12 departments and 22 institutes. Her background includes leadership roles at Manulife and Toronto Hydro. The new vice‑presidential role follows an external review and a university search; David Estok will continue as an advisor on special projects.