Memorial University in Newfoundland and Labrador enlisted $13,800 worth of public relations help after a report scrutinized claims of Mi'kmaq heritage made by the school's former president.
Vianne Timmons is seen at Memorial University in St. John's on Friday, July 9, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sarah Smellie
Memorial University in Newfoundland and Labrador enlisted $13,800 worth of public relations help after a reportThe contract between National Public Relations and the university's board of regents is dated March 10, two days after CBC News published its investigation. The signed contract, obtained through an access to information request, offers media monitoring and communications counsel from a National team at an estimated cost of $13,800.
In the document, National says its approach will protect the university's reputation, though details of the plan are redacted. Vianne Timmons announced on March 13 she would take a paid six-week leave of absence, but the board of regents announced less than four weeks later it hadUniversity spokesperson Michelle Osmond says the board contracted National to provide independent advice and support, adding that she was unable to immediately say the total amount the board paid the firm.
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