UPDATES
Federal Election 2025 Update/Week 3
With the conclusion of week three, we are at the halfway mark of the 2025 federal election campaign and past the time when parties can replace candidates in particular ridings. The party leaders have continued to present their plans for Canada, in efforts to convince Canadians that they are best positioned to form government.
Federal Election 2025 Update/Week 2
With the second week of the 2025 federal election now concluded, party leaders continue to announce their policies designed to convince Canadians that they are best positioned to deal with the issues Canadians are currently facing, focusing on issues such as the rising cost of living, boost the Canadian economy, and trade relations.
Trump Announces Global Reciprocal Tariffs of 10-50%, Canada Mostly Exempt for CUSMA-Compliant Goods
President Donald Trump announced sweeping new reciprocal tariffs on imports from all U.S. trading partners. Canada was largely spared, but significant impacts will still be felt by the Canadian economy, including in the auto industry.
Federal Election 2025 Update/Week 1
The 2025 federal election is officially underway, with the first week almost complete. During this time, political party leaders have been doing their best to appeal to voters through strategic policy announcements prior to the launch of official party platforms.
Sussex Continues to Broaden and Extend Its Services for Clients
Sussex Strategy Group, Canada’s premier public affairs firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of three highly regarded professionals: Mike Holland as Vice President, Atlantic Canada, Bill Hawkins as Head, Trade & Investment, and Gitane De Silva as Senior Counsel.
Mark Carney Calls a Federal Election
Today at Rideau Hall, Prime Minister Mark Carney officially asked the Governor General to dissolve Parliament and initiate a federal election to be held on April 28, 2025. While the federal government was slated to have an election as late as October 21, 2025, this move comes as no surprise considering the recent political landscape and developments that led to Mark Carney becoming Prime Minister earlier this month.
Sussex Strategy Group Expands East To Atlantic Canada
Sussex Strategy Group, Canada’s leading public affairs firm, is thrilled to announce its expansion into Atlantic Canada—a region rich in economic and policy opportunities. This initiative will be led by Mike Holland, who has joined Sussex as Vice President of Atlantic Canada.
