‘It’s infectious’: Optimism a priority for Ontario town’s chief positivity officer
The role was created to lift staff morale and support 400 full-time employees as the town’s positivity campaign drew attention across Canada.
- On Friday, Newmarket's Jamie Boyle confirmed his positivity campaign has no end in sight, stating, "it's just going to be a continuation."
- Taylor created the position during COVID-19 to foster motivation for the town's 400 staff, launching the "Stand Apart Together" campaign to boost morale during a challenging time.
- Located about 50 kilometres north of Toronto, Newmarket's initiative gained traction throughout the town of about 100,000 residents via wellness programs, staff newsletters, and positive communication.
- Boyle's leadership resonated across Canada, drawing outside interest, while internally staff regularly reach out saying, "You know what, I needed that today. just not having a good week."
- Now in his 27th year as an employee, Boyle maintains his philosophy that "the skies can be grey five days of the week, but we know that there's sun behind them.
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Through this campaign, Jamie Boyle worked to foster hope, joy, and connection between employees and local residents. His small efforts, including inspirational messages, positive stories, and community events, resonated with people.
The idea came from the VOCID-19 pandemic, but Newmarket, on the outskirts of Toronto, maintained the position of Director of Positivity held by Jamie Boyle.
Ever heard of a chief positivity officer? This Ontario man's job is to ensure optimism is a town priority
From positivity ambassador to chief positivity officer, Jamie Boyle's role in the Town of Newmarket blossomed over the years as he maintained connections with public services and community groups.
'It's infectious': Optimism is a priority for Ontario town's chief positivity officer
When Newmarket Mayor John Taylor appointed a few dozen people to serve as positivity ambassadors in the southern Ontario town during the COVID-19 pandemic, he wanted someone at the centre of the effort.
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‘It’s infectious’: Optimism a priority for Ontario town’s chief positivity officer
NEWMARKET - When Newmarket Mayor John Taylor appointed a few dozen people to serve as positivity ambassadors in the southern Ontario town during the COVID-19 pandemic, he wanted someone at
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