Introducing The Advantage November 2024 2024 is almost over, but the shifts shaping 2025 are just beginning. Political changes, evolving U.S. trade policies, and the growing push for sustainability are driving unprecedented change for Canadian businesses. From trade policies to sustainability regulations like EPR, it’s clear that businesses must be ready to adapt. In our latest edition of The Advantage, we break down what these changes mean for the year ahead and how to stay ahead of the curve. 👉 Read more and stay informed by subscribing to our newsletter. #TheAdvantage #ThoughtLeadership #PolicyShifts #EnergyTransition #Sustainability #BusinessGrowth #SussexStrategy #PublicAffairs
Sussex Strategy Group
Government Relations Services
Toronto, Ontario 7,412 followers
Canada’s Premier Public Affairs Firm
About us
Established in 1998, Sussex Strategy Group is Canada’s leading government relations, strategic communications, digital advocacy and business advisory agency. With proprietary offices in Toronto and Ottawa, and a network of expert affiliates in major centres across the country, Sussex excels at helping our clients manage their issues at the federal, provincial, and municipal levels of government, as well as in the media and within communities. Canadian owned and operated, Sussex offers a variety of public affairs services including government relations, corporate and crisis communications, issues management, management consulting, auditing and performance measurement, legislative and media monitoring, policy analysis and development, procurement facilitation, research and grassroots mobilization, digital advocacy and social media strategy. We believe that working with government and the media requires specialized tools and a unique skill-set that can only be developed with front-line experience. Our consultants have decades of direct working experience with and within government and the media. Sussex clients include corporations, associations and non-profit organizations. Our dynamic and growing team thrives on the challenges presented by clients’ issues. The Sussex philosophy is best articulated in the firm’s mission statement: To be the most respected public affairs consulting firm in Canada by offering superior value to our clients, our team, and our stakeholders while conducting our business with integrity and a dedication to excellence.
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External link for Sussex Strategy Group
- Industry
- Government Relations Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Toronto, Ontario
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1998
- Specialties
- Government Relations, Public Affairs Consulting, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Crisis & Issues Management, Policy Development, Management Consulting, Media Relations & Training, Digital Advocacy, Legislative & Media Monitoring, Policy Research & Analysis, Grassroots Mobilization, Auditing & Performance Measurement, Procurement Facilitation, Marketing & Brand Development, Coalition Building & Management, and Social Media Strategy
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55 University Avenue
Suite 600
Toronto, Ontario M5J 2H7, CA
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50 O’Connor St.
Suite 1601
Ottawa, Ontario K1P 6L2, CA
Employees at Sussex Strategy Group
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Chris Benedetti
Managing Partner at Sussex Strategy Group
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Robyn Gray
Sustainability, climate, and the low-carbon economy
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Shawn McCarthy
Senior Counsellor at Sussex Strategy Group/Independent Writer/Past President, World Press Freedom Canada/Retired Globe and Mail energy writer
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Bliss Baker
Co-founder& COO Wellhouse Luxury Saunas
Updates
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Last week, Chris Benedetti, Managing Partner, and Robyn Gray, VP of Clean Infrastructure, contributed to key discussions at The Energy Roundtable Conference in Toronto. Chris chaired a fireside chat on Canada’s nuclear resurgence and its role in net-zero goals, while Robyn led a panel on innovative energy infrastructure, highlighting sustainable solutions like district energy, new approaches to procurement, and renewables. Top Insights You Need to Know: ◾Nuclear energy is poised to play a transformative role in reducing emissions, with growing opportunities for collaboration across provinces and stakeholders. ◾Investment in innovative energy infrastructure can unlock significant benefits for businesses, customers, and the broader economy, with a strong focus on sustainability. 🌐As Canada’s premier public affairs firm, we help you seize opportunities and achieve your goals in energy policy, infrastructure and beyond. Explore our full scope of capabilities by visiting sussex-strategy.com. #EnergyRoundtable2024 #SussexParticipates #CleanInfrastructure #EnergyPolicy #NetZero #SustainableInnovation #PublicAffairs
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Earlier this week, Bliss Baker, Vice Chair, took the stage at The Decarbonized Mine Toronto Summit, hosted by Energy and Mines, to moderate an impactful panel discussion addressing the pressing policy and industry shifts shaping the future of mining. Special thanks to the panellists for their insights, including Rebecca Thompson from Alamos Gold Inc., Dimitri Pantazopoulos from Yorkville Strategies, and Tim Murphy (he/him) from Aecon Group Inc. Key insights included: ◾ How policy changes in the U.S. and Canada are driving climate strategies and decarbonization investments. ◾ The importance of Indigenous partnerships in advancing sustainable energy infrastructure. ◾ Strategies for aligning mining operations with evolving policy landscapes for long-term success. 🌐 At Sussex, we specialize in guiding industries through complex policy environments, delivering solutions that drive results. Let’s shape the future of mining together. Learn more about how we can support your organization’s needs by visiting sussex-strategy.com. #Mining #Decarbonization #EnergyTransition #Sustainability #MiningExperts #SussexParticipates #IndigenousPartnerships #IndustryInsights #SussexParticipates #Summit
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Our team had a great time at the 2024 Public Affairs Association of Canada Conference yesterday! It was an exciting day filled with connections with top public affairs professionals, thought-provoking panels, and a celebration of PAAC's 40-year legacy. Here’s to the next 40 years of industry impact! Kyle Larkin Alexis Easton. A heartfelt congratulations to Jaime Watt for receiving the Award of Distinction for excellence in Public Affairs! Your hard work, dedication, and outstanding contributions continue to inspire us all. #PublicAffairs #Networking #PAAC2024 #IndustryImpact #PAAC40 #AwardofDistinction #SussexParticipates
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We are thrilled to share that Bonnie Hiltz, our VP & Energy Practice Lead, has been elected to the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) Board of Directors. Her leadership and commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions have made a remarkable impact, and we’re excited to see her continue to drive innovation in Canada’s renewable energy landscape through this new role. Congratulations, Bonnie! #EnergyLeadership #ONEnergy #RenewableEnergy #CanREA #SustainableFuture #OneSussex
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As the Ontario government intensifies its focus on advancing the life sciences sector, it's fantastic to see Deputy Premier and Minister Sylvia Jones touring BWXT Medical's facilities in Ottawa this week. Witnessing firsthand the dedication and innovation that goes into developing life-saving cancer treatments is truly remarkable. As a leader in nuclear medicine, BWXT Medical has invested significant time and capital in expanding its Ontario manufacturing capacity, and we are excited to see their continued growth.
Today, while in #Ottawa, I had the opportunity to visit BWXT Medical, a global nuclear medical leader dedicated to producing isotopes that play a crucial role in diagnosing and treating patients. Thank you to the BWXT team for the tour and for all you do to improve patient care.
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We were honoured to be a part of yesterday's event at the Empire Club of Canada, where Michele Harradence, EVP and President of Gas Distribution and Storage at Enbridge Gas, discussed the importance of energy investment for Canada’s future. Harradence highlighted how reliable, resilient, and cost-effective energy is key to growing critical sectors like manufacturing, greenhouse, and mining. As Ontario’s electricity demand continues to rise, the need for strategic investment in energy infrastructure has never been more pressing.
“Reliable, resilient and cost-effective energy has always been this country’s life force, and the foundation for a healthy economy and our great quality of life,” Michele Harradence, EVP and President, Gas Distribution and Storage, Enbridge Inc., said at the Empire Club of Canada on Tuesday. “If we want to get serious about reigniting investment in Canada, we need to start with energy,” Harradence said at the Toronto event. The need for energy investment is real. In Ontario, for example, electricity demand alone is now forecast to increase a whopping 75 percent over the next 25 years. In late August, Ontario launched the largest competitive energy procurement in the province’s history, as part of what it calls an “all-of-the-above” energy resource approach. During her address, Harradence noted that less than two weeks ago, Ontario Minister of Energy and Electrification Stephen Lecce appeared at the Empire Club of Canada and talked about the government’s plan to make the province an energy superpower. “And he made a point of saying that we need to leverage private capital to build our energy systems for the next generation. We at Enbridge are all in favour. We’ve been invested in this province’s success for more than 175 years and we want to keep that up,” Harradence said. Investing in reliable, resilient, cost-effective energy, and that includes natural gas, “is how we will grow our critical manufacturing sector, how we will support our burgeoning greenhouse sector, how we will underpin our mining sector as the global need for critical minerals continues to soar,” she said. Harradence highlighted three crucial areas of focus to encourage energy investment: • Simplify the regulatory burden on the energy sector. • Simplify the complexity of both the tax and incentive systems. • Encourage efficient economic incentives right across the energy sector. “If we can get these three elements working, and working together cohesively, they can be magnets that actually help attract investment,” said Harradence, who also had a conversation with Hannah Thibedeau, Executive Communications Officer with Global Public Affairs. “The opportunities are out there, and the stakes have never been higher," Harradence added. #Investment #EnergyEvolution #NaturalGas #ONPoli Empire Club of Canada
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Join Shawn McCarthy, our Senior Counsel, this Thursday for a timely discussion on how the U.S. election results could influence Canadian #ClimatePolicy and #ClimateAction. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed on key developments in the climate landscape. Register below to be part of the conversation! ⬇️
LAST CHANCE to register for this timely webinar (Nov. 7) on what the #USelection results will mean for Canadian #ClimatePolicy and #ClimateAction. PLUS we are delighted to announce Catherine Abreu will be joining the stellar lineup of experts, along with moderators Carol-Ann Brown and Elizabeth Gamble. REGISTER TODAY: https://lnkd.in/geTUKBiU Delphi GLOBE Series CBSR Leading Change European Climate Foundation Tabatha Bull ICD.D Canadian Council for Indigenous Business Phil De Luna Deep Sky Shawn McCarthy Sussex Strategy Group David Miller C40 Cities Hon. Lisa Raitt CIBC Capital Markets
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Join us at The Decarbonized Mine Toronto Summit hosted by Energy and Mines on November 12-13. This annual event brings together miners from major and mid-tier operations to assess their decarbonization strategies, connect with leaders in technology, finance, and government, and explore key topics like Indigenous partnerships and energy infrastructure. In the wake of the U.S. elections and ahead of upcoming Canadian elections, Bliss Baker, our Vice Chair, will lead a panel discussion that will shed light on crucial policy shifts, their impact on climate strategies, decarbonization investments, and what they mean for strategic decision-making in the mining sector. 🔗 You don’t want to miss it! Register now to join decision-makers and experts in advancing the future of mining. Use code “sussex10” for an extra 10% off registration: https://lnkd.in/emDcKd9T #Mining #Decarbonization #EnergyTransition #Sustainability #IndigenousPartnerships #IndustryInsights #SussexParticipates #Summit
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Join us at the National Energy Roundtable Conference in Toronto on November 14th, where our VP of Clean Infrastructure, Robyn Gray, will lead a discussion on infrastructure investment strategies to achieve net-zero goals for the sector. Gain valuable insights and be part of the conversation shaping the future of sustainable energy. You won't want to miss this! Learn more and register below. ⬇️
The energy infrastructure sector is uniquely positioned to leverage sustainable opportunities. With technological innovations such as carbon capture, sustainable fuels, renewable power, storage and next generation nuclear, companies are exploring a multitude of options while keeping their eyes on returns on capital invested. The appetite for these sustainable energy options continues to increase and the sector is well positioned to widen its service offering given the historically low cost of capital, existing infrastructure and development experience. At the National Energy Roundtable in Toronto, a panel of experts will discuss approaches to infrastructure investment to achieve net zero goals and trends for the sector. For further information: https://lnkd.in/g4ptRdRU
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