Marsha Thompson

Marsha Thompson is a seasoned professional in public administration with extensive experience in policy development and program management within Canadian federal agencies. Currently serving as the Manager of Policy Development at Health Canada since July 2023, Marsha has previously held the role of Senior Program Advisor at Employment and Social Development Canada from October 2021 to August 2022. Marsha's 16-year tenure at Service Canada encompassed various leadership positions, including Team Leader for Community Outreach and Liaison Services, where supervision focused on delivering essential social programs to marginalized communities. Marsha also played a pivotal role in facilitating service delivery transitions during the COVID-19 pandemic and effectively managed operations and resources for multiple Service Canada Centres. Educational qualifications include a Master of Public Administration from Carleton University and a Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration from York University.