Head Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer
Hongchao started with the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB) in May 2024. Prior to her appointment, Hongchao was Deputy Chief Financial Officer and Director General Financial Operations with Health Canada.
Hongchao has held a number of positions across the federal public service, including Executive Director Policy Internal Controls and Corporate Reporting at Health Canada, Director Resources Management at Shared Services Canada and Director Financial Policies and Systems at Correctional Services Canada.
Hongchao is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA). She holds a Bachelor of Commerce Degree from the University of Ottawa. Prior to joining the government, Hongchao worked for Ernst & Young.