University of Guelph-Humber

Elliott Silverstein has been an instructor in the Media Studies program at the University of Guelph-Humber since 2018.  A seasoned government and stakeholder relations leader, with expertise in crisis management, public affairs, and media relations, Silverstein is currently the Director of Government Relations for the CAA Club Group of companies, where he is responsible for managing and executing key elements of CAA’s advocacy efforts. Silverstein incorporates his career experience into the classroom, providing his students with the tools and perspectives to properly advocate to, and work with government, along with how to tailor their messages, efforts, and events to ensure success.  Silverstein is a frequent commentator in the media, and has spoken at numerous conferences across Canada.

Jasdeep (Jessy) Singh has been teaching at the University of Guelph-Humber since 2011. Singh has worked in a number of position within the justice sector that include roles with the Toronto District School Board, York Regional Police, Humber College, Toronto Police Service, and the City of Toronto. He is currently a Policy and Research Consultant for the City of Toronto in the Community Safety and Wellbeing Unit. Singh was born and raised in Toronto and is passionate about helping improve community safety and the delivery of policing services to Torontonians.