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Sussex Strategy Group

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Canada’s Premier Public Affairs Firm

Toronto, Ontario

Government Relations Services
51–200 people

About

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.

Open positions

Senior Associate, Ontario GR

On-site · Toronto

Develop and execute government relations and public affairs strategies, manage client files, and advise clients on Ontario political, legislative, regulatory, and policy developments. Build stakeholder relationships, prepare client and government materials, monitor Queen’s Park activity, and contribute to business development and team support.

Associate/Senior Associate, Healthcare

On-site · Toronto

Research and monitor healthcare policy, government priorities, and legislative and regulatory developments, translating findings into timely client insights and deliverables. Support government relations, advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and communications strategies, while contributing to client meetings, relationship building, and business development.

Associate, Communications and Campaigns

Hybrid · Toronto

Support integrated digital public affairs campaigns through social media strategy, platform-specific content, scheduling, community management, trend monitoring, email marketing, website content, and paid advertising. Draft communications and media materials, monitor coverage, and provide research, meeting preparation, client updates, and day-to-day account support.

Associate, Energy

On-site · Toronto

The Associate will support clients in the energy sector by conducting policy research, developing public affairs strategies, and executing advocacy campaigns. They are also responsible for drafting communication materials, monitoring media coverage, and coordinating stakeholder engagements.