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Dylan Jones

Inspirer · DISC type di
President and Deputy Minister at Pacific Economic Development Canada | Développement économique Canada pour le Pacifique
📍 Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Dylan Jones has built a distinguished career in public service focused on Western Canadas economic growth. He was the inaugural President of Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan) until his retirement in January 2026. His extensive experience includes serving as CEO of the Canada West Foundation and as a Deputy Minister for the Government of Saskatchewan.

His academic background from the University of Oxford with a Master of Jurisprudence underpins his professional focus on policy, international trade, and intergovernmental relations. He is also interested in leadership strategies for economic recovery and follows publications like the Harvard Business Review.

He is the recipient of the Premiers Award for Excellence in leadership for his work in Saskatchewan.

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Experience
29 Years
Current Role
President and Deputy Minister
Location
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Personality Overview

How Dylan shows up

Decisive
Generous
Fast Adopter

They usually prefer to drive the conversation. They respond well to objective pitches but also attach some value to relationships. They measure a product on its merit but can be influenced by strong testimonials.

Priorities

Topics Dylan cares about

Western Canada Economy
His entire career, from the Saskatchewan government to leading PacifiCan, the Canada West Foundation, and Western Economic Diversification, has been dedicated to the region's economy.
Economic Development
As President of PacifiCan, his core mandate was to support business growth, innovation, and diversification across British Columbia to create quality, sustainable jobs.
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Career

Work history

8-2021
President and Deputy Minister
Pacific Economic Development Canada | Développement économique Canada pour le Pacifique
8-2021 - 11-2022
Interim President
Prairies Economic Development Canada I Développement économique Canada pour les Prairies
6-2016 - 7-2021
Deputy Minister
Western Economic Diversification Canada
6-2012 - 5-2016
President and CEO
Canada West Foundation
5-2006 - 5-2012
Deputy Minister, Intergovernmental Affairs
Government of Saskatchewan
In the press

Media appearances

Deputy Minister - Dylan Jones. Featured in Western Economic Diversification Canada
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Education
1996 - 1996
Education details unavailable
Academie de Droit International de la Haye
1995 - 1996
M. Juris
University of Oxford
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Dominance (D)

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