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Jesse Cnockaert is a reporter for The Hill Times, covering lobbying, federal ministers, and important legislation before the House and Senate. As the policy briefings lead, he also covers must-read federal policy issues across a broad range of sectors. Cnockaert started writing for The Hill Times in July 2021 following three years as editor of The Lobby Monitor. He previously worked for Metro Ottawa, and spent eight years covering news for three different municipal newspapers. He can be reached at Jcnockaert@hilltimes.com.

As Canada feels the strain of U.S. trade war, pressure heats up on innovation sector

  • As border tensions create investment uncertainty, innovation in Canada should look at trade diversification and focusing less on commodities, say innovation experts.
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 19, 2025
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly unveiled a three-pillar industrial strategy on Oct. 9 intended to support Canadian industries, create jobs, and attract global investment to protect Canada from the impacts of punishing American tariffs. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

As Canada feels the strain of U.S. trade war, pressure heats up on innovation sector

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 19, 2025
  • As border tensions create investment uncertainty, innovation in Canada should look at trade diversification and focusing less on commodities, say innovation experts.

As Canada feels the strain of U.S. trade war, pressure heats up on innovation sector

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 19, 2025
  • As border tensions create investment uncertainty, innovation in Canada should look at trade diversification and focusing less on commodities, say innovation experts.
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly unveiled a three-pillar industrial strategy on Oct. 9 intended to support Canadian industries, create jobs, and attract global investment to protect Canada from the impacts of punishing American tariffs. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Canada Strong and Free fundraising emails using ‘crisis rhetoric,’ to stoke distrust in government and media, say comms experts, pollsters

  • Recent fundraising emails from the Canada Strong and Free Network tap into anxiety and pessimism and are 'textbook dog whistle politics,' says pollster Nik
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 13, 2025
Mark Carney
Mark Carney
In a recent fundraising email, the Canada Strong and Free Network said that leaders such as Prime Minister Mark Carney 'betray Canadian values.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Canada Strong and Free fundraising emails using ‘crisis rhetoric,’ to stoke distrust in government and media, say comms experts, pollsters

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 13, 2025
  • Recent fundraising emails from the Canada Strong and Free Network tap into anxiety and pessimism and are 'textbook dog whistle politics,' says pollster Nik

Canada Strong and Free fundraising emails using ‘crisis rhetoric,’ to stoke distrust in government and media, say comms experts, pollsters

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 13, 2025
  • Recent fundraising emails from the Canada Strong and Free Network tap into anxiety and pessimism and are 'textbook dog whistle politics,' says pollster Nik
Mark Carney
In a recent fundraising email, the Canada Strong and Free Network said that leaders such as Prime Minister Mark Carney 'betray Canadian values.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Easter Seals, CFIB lobbying feds to end Canada Post’s strike

  • The strike by Canada Post workers has put a halt on mail and parcel deliveries nationwide since Sept. 25, but the union representing postal
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 13, 2025
Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works, and Procurement Joël Lightbound, who recently announced reforms intended to modernize Canada Post, met with members of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers on Oct. 8. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Easter Seals, CFIB lobbying feds to end Canada Post’s strike

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 13, 2025
  • The strike by Canada Post workers has put a halt on mail and parcel deliveries nationwide since Sept. 25, but the union representing postal

Easter Seals, CFIB lobbying feds to end Canada Post’s strike

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 13, 2025
  • The strike by Canada Post workers has put a halt on mail and parcel deliveries nationwide since Sept. 25, but the union representing postal
Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works, and Procurement Joël Lightbound, who recently announced reforms intended to modernize Canada Post, met with members of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers on Oct. 8. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Overcoming infrastructure challenges requires better data sharing, say experts

  • Canada is facing an infrastructure deficit for new housing, and a funding deficit to manage the core assets already in place, says Canadian Infrastructure
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 8, 2025
Housing and Infrastructure Minister Gregor Robertson said the new Build Canada Homes agency marks a turning point in how affordable housing is delivered in Canada, in a Sept. 19 press release. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Overcoming infrastructure challenges requires better data sharing, say experts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 8, 2025
  • Canada is facing an infrastructure deficit for new housing, and a funding deficit to manage the core assets already in place, says Canadian Infrastructure

Overcoming infrastructure challenges requires better data sharing, say experts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 8, 2025
  • Canada is facing an infrastructure deficit for new housing, and a funding deficit to manage the core assets already in place, says Canadian Infrastructure
Housing and Infrastructure Minister Gregor Robertson said the new Build Canada Homes agency marks a turning point in how affordable housing is delivered in Canada, in a Sept. 19 press release. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Trend of increasing mental health challenges requires much more funding, say health sector experts

  • The Canadian Mental Health Association reported in 2024 that the mental health of Canadians is three times worse than before COVID-19, and that no
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 6, 2025
On Sept. 2, Health Minister Marjorie Michel announced more than $30-million over four years towards strengthening and expanding the existing Integrated Youth Services Network of Networks across Canada. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Trend of increasing mental health challenges requires much more funding, say health sector experts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 6, 2025
  • The Canadian Mental Health Association reported in 2024 that the mental health of Canadians is three times worse than before COVID-19, and that no

Trend of increasing mental health challenges requires much more funding, say health sector experts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 6, 2025
  • The Canadian Mental Health Association reported in 2024 that the mental health of Canadians is three times worse than before COVID-19, and that no
On Sept. 2, Health Minister Marjorie Michel announced more than $30-million over four years towards strengthening and expanding the existing Integrated Youth Services Network of Networks across Canada. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘Keep that nation-to-nation concept strong,’ say Indigenous leaders, as Canada moves on major projects

  • David Chartrand, president of the Manitoba Métis Federation, says 'if you're asking us to trust you, you should have no problem signing legal documents
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 29, 2025
Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations Rebecca Alty speaks with reporters after the Prime Minister’s First Nations summit on Bill C-5 in Gatineau, Que., on July 17, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘Keep that nation-to-nation concept strong,’ say Indigenous leaders, as Canada moves on major projects

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 29, 2025
  • David Chartrand, president of the Manitoba Métis Federation, says 'if you're asking us to trust you, you should have no problem signing legal documents

‘Keep that nation-to-nation concept strong,’ say Indigenous leaders, as Canada moves on major projects

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 29, 2025
  • David Chartrand, president of the Manitoba Métis Federation, says 'if you're asking us to trust you, you should have no problem signing legal documents
Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations Rebecca Alty speaks with reporters after the Prime Minister’s First Nations summit on Bill C-5 in Gatineau, Que., on July 17, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

U.S. war on science has ‘damaged’ Canada’s research ecosystem, but also offers opportunity, say university advocates

  • The gutting of science funding in the U.S. hurts research everywhere, including in Canada, says Gabriel Miller, president and CEO of Universities Canada.
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 24, 2025
In a July 9 press release, Industry Minister Mélanie Joly said Canada's researchers 'aren’t just imagining the future—they’re building it,' with work covering topics such as pandemic readiness and cutting-edge technology. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

U.S. war on science has ‘damaged’ Canada’s research ecosystem, but also offers opportunity, say university advocates

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 24, 2025
  • The gutting of science funding in the U.S. hurts research everywhere, including in Canada, says Gabriel Miller, president and CEO of Universities Canada.

U.S. war on science has ‘damaged’ Canada’s research ecosystem, but also offers opportunity, say university advocates

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 24, 2025
  • The gutting of science funding in the U.S. hurts research everywhere, including in Canada, says Gabriel Miller, president and CEO of Universities Canada.
In a July 9 press release, Industry Minister Mélanie Joly said Canada's researchers 'aren’t just imagining the future—they’re building it,' with work covering topics such as pandemic readiness and cutting-edge technology. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Struggling auto sector promises deep engagement as wheels set to turn on CUSMA consultations

  • Brian Kingston, president and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association, said 'There's simply too much at stake' regarding CUSMA negotiations.
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 22, 2025
Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc's office said on Sept. 17 that Canada would launch public consultations for CUSMA 'in the near future.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Struggling auto sector promises deep engagement as wheels set to turn on CUSMA consultations

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 22, 2025
  • Brian Kingston, president and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association, said 'There's simply too much at stake' regarding CUSMA negotiations.

Struggling auto sector promises deep engagement as wheels set to turn on CUSMA consultations

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 22, 2025
  • Brian Kingston, president and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association, said 'There's simply too much at stake' regarding CUSMA negotiations.
Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc's office said on Sept. 17 that Canada would launch public consultations for CUSMA 'in the near future.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Hodgson, Dabrusin top-lobbied cabinet ministers last month as energy, environment lead the lobby charts

  • According to the federal Lobbyists' Registry, top communications last month with the energy and environment ministers dealt with major international pacts, such as trading
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 22, 2025
Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin, left, and Energy Minister Tim Hodgson were the top-lobbied cabinet ministers in August. Dabrusin recently said 'more work is needed to secure an effective global treaty that addresses the entire lifecycle of plastics.' The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

Hodgson, Dabrusin top-lobbied cabinet ministers last month as energy, environment lead the lobby charts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 22, 2025
  • According to the federal Lobbyists' Registry, top communications last month with the energy and environment ministers dealt with major international pacts, such as trading

Hodgson, Dabrusin top-lobbied cabinet ministers last month as energy, environment lead the lobby charts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 22, 2025
  • According to the federal Lobbyists' Registry, top communications last month with the energy and environment ministers dealt with major international pacts, such as trading
Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin, left, and Energy Minister Tim Hodgson were the top-lobbied cabinet ministers in August. Dabrusin recently said 'more work is needed to secure an effective global treaty that addresses the entire lifecycle of plastics.' The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

Cabinet chief of staff Savannah DeWolfe talks managing an ‘intense’ Hill job

  • For rookies starting out on the Hill, DeWolfe emphasized the importance of communication, and providing the full picture regarding decisions.
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 17, 2025
Savannah DeWolfe, left, alongside her boss now-Justice Minister Sean Fraser at the United Nations International Migration Review Forum in New York City in May 2022. At the time, Fraser was immigration minister, and DeWolfe was his director of policy and legal affairs. Photograph courtesy of Savannah DeWolfe

Cabinet chief of staff Savannah DeWolfe talks managing an ‘intense’ Hill job

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 17, 2025
  • For rookies starting out on the Hill, DeWolfe emphasized the importance of communication, and providing the full picture regarding decisions.

Cabinet chief of staff Savannah DeWolfe talks managing an ‘intense’ Hill job

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 17, 2025
  • For rookies starting out on the Hill, DeWolfe emphasized the importance of communication, and providing the full picture regarding decisions.
Savannah DeWolfe, left, alongside her boss now-Justice Minister Sean Fraser at the United Nations International Migration Review Forum in New York City in May 2022. At the time, Fraser was immigration minister, and DeWolfe was his director of policy and legal affairs. Photograph courtesy of Savannah DeWolfe

‘All-hands-on-deck’ fall session as Liberals face pressure to deliver, say lobbyists, pollsters

  • Conservatives will face pressure since the Liberals have 'effectively stolen' some policy directions, such as increased defence spending and building energy infrastructure, says pollster
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 15, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. The House returned on Sept. 15 following the summer break, while the Senate is scheduled to come back on Sept. 23. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

‘All-hands-on-deck’ fall session as Liberals face pressure to deliver, say lobbyists, pollsters

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 15, 2025
  • Conservatives will face pressure since the Liberals have 'effectively stolen' some policy directions, such as increased defence spending and building energy infrastructure, says pollster

‘All-hands-on-deck’ fall session as Liberals face pressure to deliver, say lobbyists, pollsters

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 15, 2025
  • Conservatives will face pressure since the Liberals have 'effectively stolen' some policy directions, such as increased defence spending and building energy infrastructure, says pollster
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. The House returned on Sept. 15 following the summer break, while the Senate is scheduled to come back on Sept. 23. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

Environmental groups, LNG advocates conflict over natural gas demand as Major Projects Office launches

  • Climate Action Network Canada sees a focus on LNG as a 'move in the wrong direction,' while the Canadian Gas Association says that domestic
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 8, 2025
In an Aug. 29 press release, Prime Minister Mark Carney said, 'We are moving at a speed not seen in generations to build ports, railways, energy grids—the major projects that will unlock Canada’s full economic potential and build Canada strong.' The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Environmental groups, LNG advocates conflict over natural gas demand as Major Projects Office launches

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 8, 2025
  • Climate Action Network Canada sees a focus on LNG as a 'move in the wrong direction,' while the Canadian Gas Association says that domestic

Environmental groups, LNG advocates conflict over natural gas demand as Major Projects Office launches

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 8, 2025
  • Climate Action Network Canada sees a focus on LNG as a 'move in the wrong direction,' while the Canadian Gas Association says that domestic
In an Aug. 29 press release, Prime Minister Mark Carney said, 'We are moving at a speed not seen in generations to build ports, railways, energy grids—the major projects that will unlock Canada’s full economic potential and build Canada strong.' The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Build Canada Homes must prioritize ‘right’ kind of housing, affordability and green energy, say advocates

  • The Build Canada Homes initiative, which aims to double national housing output to 500,000 new homes per year, is expected to launch this fall.
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 7, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney promised in his election platform that his government would invest $6-billion in the Build Canada Homes initiative. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Build Canada Homes must prioritize ‘right’ kind of housing, affordability and green energy, say advocates

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 7, 2025
  • The Build Canada Homes initiative, which aims to double national housing output to 500,000 new homes per year, is expected to launch this fall.

Build Canada Homes must prioritize ‘right’ kind of housing, affordability and green energy, say advocates

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 7, 2025
  • The Build Canada Homes initiative, which aims to double national housing output to 500,000 new homes per year, is expected to launch this fall.
Prime Minister Mark Carney promised in his election platform that his government would invest $6-billion in the Build Canada Homes initiative. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Canadian decision to remove counter-tariffs cautiously applauded by advocates, some economists

  • Still, Canada shouldn't expect 'that whatever agreement we reach we can take to the bank,' says Jim Stanford, economist and director of the Centre
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 1, 2025
Mark Carney
Mark Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Aug. 22 that Canada will remove all tariffs on goods from the U.S. covered by the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement by Sept. 1, although existing tariffs will remain on steel, aluminum and autos. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Canadian decision to remove counter-tariffs cautiously applauded by advocates, some economists

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 1, 2025
  • Still, Canada shouldn't expect 'that whatever agreement we reach we can take to the bank,' says Jim Stanford, economist and director of the Centre

Canadian decision to remove counter-tariffs cautiously applauded by advocates, some economists

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 1, 2025
  • Still, Canada shouldn't expect 'that whatever agreement we reach we can take to the bank,' says Jim Stanford, economist and director of the Centre
Mark Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Aug. 22 that Canada will remove all tariffs on goods from the U.S. covered by the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement by Sept. 1, although existing tariffs will remain on steel, aluminum and autos. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Pea and canola sector stress urgent action needed to resolve China trade dispute as harvest approaches

  • 'Time is of the essence, and we can't stress that enough,' says Pulse Canada president Greg Cherewyk.
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 31, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney said through an X post on Aug. 14 that Ottawa will 'advance a constructive dialogue with Chinese officials to address our respective trade concerns, while diversifying our trade abroad and supporting our canola producers at home.' The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Pea and canola sector stress urgent action needed to resolve China trade dispute as harvest approaches

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 31, 2025
  • 'Time is of the essence, and we can't stress that enough,' says Pulse Canada president Greg Cherewyk.

Pea and canola sector stress urgent action needed to resolve China trade dispute as harvest approaches

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 31, 2025
  • 'Time is of the essence, and we can't stress that enough,' says Pulse Canada president Greg Cherewyk.
Prime Minister Mark Carney said through an X post on Aug. 14 that Ottawa will 'advance a constructive dialogue with Chinese officials to address our respective trade concerns, while diversifying our trade abroad and supporting our canola producers at home.' The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Steel, auto sectors seek relief after latest ‘crushing’ tariff hike 

  • The White House's expansion of derivative steel and aluminum products subject to a 50-per-cent duty rate is another signal that the U.S. 'has turned
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 25, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced several measures on July 16 intended to help the domestic steel industry. Those measures were later amended on Aug. 1. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Steel, auto sectors seek relief after latest ‘crushing’ tariff hike 

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 25, 2025
  • The White House's expansion of derivative steel and aluminum products subject to a 50-per-cent duty rate is another signal that the U.S. 'has turned

Steel, auto sectors seek relief after latest ‘crushing’ tariff hike 

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 25, 2025
  • The White House's expansion of derivative steel and aluminum products subject to a 50-per-cent duty rate is another signal that the U.S. 'has turned
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced several measures on July 16 intended to help the domestic steel industry. Those measures were later amended on Aug. 1. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Economic lobbying in July rises to meet demand for nation-building projects, interprovincial trade

  • Critical mineral mining needs to be more competitive with the likes of Russia, China and Indonesia, says Jeff Gaulin, a global vice-president for Vale
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 25, 2025
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne announced on April 15 a six-month relief period from counter-tariffs for goods imported from the U.S. that are used in Canadian manufacturing, processing and food and beverage packaging, and for those used to support public health, health care, public safety, and national security. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Economic lobbying in July rises to meet demand for nation-building projects, interprovincial trade

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 25, 2025
  • Critical mineral mining needs to be more competitive with the likes of Russia, China and Indonesia, says Jeff Gaulin, a global vice-president for Vale

Economic lobbying in July rises to meet demand for nation-building projects, interprovincial trade

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 25, 2025
  • Critical mineral mining needs to be more competitive with the likes of Russia, China and Indonesia, says Jeff Gaulin, a global vice-president for Vale
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne announced on April 15 a six-month relief period from counter-tariffs for goods imported from the U.S. that are used in Canadian manufacturing, processing and food and beverage packaging, and for those used to support public health, health care, public safety, and national security. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘The honeymoon period will be over’: politicos expect high bar for Carney’s first budget, and omnibus-bill headaches

  • The prime minister faces the task of balancing the government's operating budget, while also spending more in key areas such as national defence and
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 20, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney has promised that his Liberal government will table a budget this fall. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘The honeymoon period will be over’: politicos expect high bar for Carney’s first budget, and omnibus-bill headaches

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 20, 2025
  • The prime minister faces the task of balancing the government's operating budget, while also spending more in key areas such as national defence and

‘The honeymoon period will be over’: politicos expect high bar for Carney’s first budget, and omnibus-bill headaches

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 20, 2025
  • The prime minister faces the task of balancing the government's operating budget, while also spending more in key areas such as national defence and
Prime Minister Mark Carney has promised that his Liberal government will table a budget this fall. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

U.S. a ‘wildcard’ in Canada-Mexico trade talks, but Canada has advantages in domestic energy and advanced manufacturing, say experts

  • Canada and Mexico know that over-reliance on the U.S. market leaves them vulnerable to political swings from the White House 'especially under Trump’s more
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 18, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney, pictured, is expected to visit Mexico soon for direct talks on the strategic relationship between the two countries, said Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum during an Aug. 7 press conference. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

U.S. a ‘wildcard’ in Canada-Mexico trade talks, but Canada has advantages in domestic energy and advanced manufacturing, say experts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 18, 2025
  • Canada and Mexico know that over-reliance on the U.S. market leaves them vulnerable to political swings from the White House 'especially under Trump’s more

U.S. a ‘wildcard’ in Canada-Mexico trade talks, but Canada has advantages in domestic energy and advanced manufacturing, say experts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 18, 2025
  • Canada and Mexico know that over-reliance on the U.S. market leaves them vulnerable to political swings from the White House 'especially under Trump’s more
Prime Minister Mark Carney, pictured, is expected to visit Mexico soon for direct talks on the strategic relationship between the two countries, said Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum during an Aug. 7 press conference. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Canada ‘should not relent’ in trade talks, say industry reps who say auto sector needs zero tariffs

  • No level of tariff is good for Canadian prospects and jobs in the automotive sector, according to Flavio Volpe, president of the Automotive
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 11, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney said in an Aug. 1 statement that sectors including lumber, steel, aluminum, and autos are 'heavily impacted' by U.S. duties and tariffs, and that, for such sectors, 'the Canadian government will act to protect Canadian jobs, invest in our industrial competitiveness, buy Canadian, and diversify our export markets.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Canada ‘should not relent’ in trade talks, say industry reps who say auto sector needs zero tariffs

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 11, 2025
  • No level of tariff is good for Canadian prospects and jobs in the automotive sector, according to Flavio Volpe, president of the Automotive

Canada ‘should not relent’ in trade talks, say industry reps who say auto sector needs zero tariffs

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 11, 2025
  • No level of tariff is good for Canadian prospects and jobs in the automotive sector, according to Flavio Volpe, president of the Automotive
Prime Minister Mark Carney said in an Aug. 1 statement that sectors including lumber, steel, aluminum, and autos are 'heavily impacted' by U.S. duties and tariffs, and that, for such sectors, 'the Canadian government will act to protect Canadian jobs, invest in our industrial competitiveness, buy Canadian, and diversify our export markets.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

U.S. trade approach ‘changes the rules of the game,’ with canola sector leading economic lobbying in first six months of 2025

  • Troy Sherman, with the Canola Council of Canada, told The Hill Times that changes to global trade caused by U.S. President Donald Trump is
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 10, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney said that while Canada continues to negotiate about its trading relationship with the United States, 'the Canadian government is laser focused on what we can control: building Canada strong,' in a statement released on Aug. 1. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

U.S. trade approach ‘changes the rules of the game,’ with canola sector leading economic lobbying in first six months of 2025

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 10, 2025
  • Troy Sherman, with the Canola Council of Canada, told The Hill Times that changes to global trade caused by U.S. President Donald Trump is

U.S. trade approach ‘changes the rules of the game,’ with canola sector leading economic lobbying in first six months of 2025

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 10, 2025
  • Troy Sherman, with the Canola Council of Canada, told The Hill Times that changes to global trade caused by U.S. President Donald Trump is
Prime Minister Mark Carney said that while Canada continues to negotiate about its trading relationship with the United States, 'the Canadian government is laser focused on what we can control: building Canada strong,' in a statement released on Aug. 1. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

High engagement with oil and gas industry a ‘bad look’ for feds, say environmental advocates: ‘pick a lane’

  • Caroline Brouillette, executive director of Climate Action Network Canada, says Canada is at a moment where climate change and wildfires 'requires us to pick
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 4, 2025
Energy and Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson spoke of turning Canada into a energy superpower by taking advantage of both conventional and clean energy during a speech to the Calgary Chamber of Commerce on May 23. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

High engagement with oil and gas industry a ‘bad look’ for feds, say environmental advocates: ‘pick a lane’

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 4, 2025
  • Caroline Brouillette, executive director of Climate Action Network Canada, says Canada is at a moment where climate change and wildfires 'requires us to pick

High engagement with oil and gas industry a ‘bad look’ for feds, say environmental advocates: ‘pick a lane’

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 4, 2025
  • Caroline Brouillette, executive director of Climate Action Network Canada, says Canada is at a moment where climate change and wildfires 'requires us to pick
Energy and Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson spoke of turning Canada into a energy superpower by taking advantage of both conventional and clean energy during a speech to the Calgary Chamber of Commerce on May 23. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Lobbyists address Canada-U.S. dynamic in face of shifting tariffs from unpredictable Trump: ‘it’s changed’

  • U.S. President Donald Trump's mind 'gets whipped around, even within 24 hours,' says Corinne Pohlmann, executive vice-president of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business,
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 4, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and President Donald Trump in the White House's Oval Office on May 6, 2025. Photograph courtesy of Flickr/Official White House photographer Daniel Torok

Lobbyists address Canada-U.S. dynamic in face of shifting tariffs from unpredictable Trump: ‘it’s changed’

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 4, 2025
  • U.S. President Donald Trump's mind 'gets whipped around, even within 24 hours,' says Corinne Pohlmann, executive vice-president of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business,

Lobbyists address Canada-U.S. dynamic in face of shifting tariffs from unpredictable Trump: ‘it’s changed’

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 4, 2025
  • U.S. President Donald Trump's mind 'gets whipped around, even within 24 hours,' says Corinne Pohlmann, executive vice-president of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business,
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and President Donald Trump in the White House's Oval Office on May 6, 2025. Photograph courtesy of Flickr/Official White House photographer Daniel Torok

Tighter registration threshold for lobbying means more transparency, but also more administrative work for businesses in challenging times, say lobbyists

  • The 'significant part of duties' registration threshold will be lowered from 32 hours to eight, starting in 2026.
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 28, 2025
Canada's Lobbying Commissioner Nancy Bélanger told The Hill Times: 'I just decided that eight hours, in other words, a full day of meetings with decision-makers, makes it notable, and I believe that it requires registration.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Tighter registration threshold for lobbying means more transparency, but also more administrative work for businesses in challenging times, say lobbyists

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 28, 2025
  • The 'significant part of duties' registration threshold will be lowered from 32 hours to eight, starting in 2026.

Tighter registration threshold for lobbying means more transparency, but also more administrative work for businesses in challenging times, say lobbyists

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 28, 2025
  • The 'significant part of duties' registration threshold will be lowered from 32 hours to eight, starting in 2026.
Canada's Lobbying Commissioner Nancy Bélanger told The Hill Times: 'I just decided that eight hours, in other words, a full day of meetings with decision-makers, makes it notable, and I believe that it requires registration.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Steel industry players say retaliatory tariffs for Canadian steel need ‘real teeth’ as lobbying efforts heat up

  • The U.S. market is closed off to Canadian steel-makers because of the 50-per-cent tariff on steel and aluminum, according to Algoma Steel CEO Mike
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 28, 2025
Mark Carney
Mark Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney said in a press release on July 16 that the Liberal government 'is taking a series of major measures to support, reinforce, and transform' the steel industry in order 'to be more resilient in the face of profound shifts in global trade and supply chains.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Steel industry players say retaliatory tariffs for Canadian steel need ‘real teeth’ as lobbying efforts heat up

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 28, 2025
  • The U.S. market is closed off to Canadian steel-makers because of the 50-per-cent tariff on steel and aluminum, according to Algoma Steel CEO Mike

Steel industry players say retaliatory tariffs for Canadian steel need ‘real teeth’ as lobbying efforts heat up

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 28, 2025
  • The U.S. market is closed off to Canadian steel-makers because of the 50-per-cent tariff on steel and aluminum, according to Algoma Steel CEO Mike
Mark Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney said in a press release on July 16 that the Liberal government 'is taking a series of major measures to support, reinforce, and transform' the steel industry in order 'to be more resilient in the face of profound shifts in global trade and supply chains.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

AI can’t just be ‘slapped on the current system’ as feds seek to modernize procurement process, says AI research chair

  • A July 8 report from the Office of Procurement Ombud Alexander Jeglic stated that procurement at the federal level is in need of “fundamental
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 21, 2025
Government Transformation and Public Works and Procurement Minister Joël Lightbound said his priorities include streamlining the procurement process, reducing reliance on consultants, building in-house expertise within the public service, and using AI to drive modernization and boost efficiency. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

AI can’t just be ‘slapped on the current system’ as feds seek to modernize procurement process, says AI research chair

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 21, 2025
  • A July 8 report from the Office of Procurement Ombud Alexander Jeglic stated that procurement at the federal level is in need of “fundamental

AI can’t just be ‘slapped on the current system’ as feds seek to modernize procurement process, says AI research chair

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 21, 2025
  • A July 8 report from the Office of Procurement Ombud Alexander Jeglic stated that procurement at the federal level is in need of “fundamental
Government Transformation and Public Works and Procurement Minister Joël Lightbound said his priorities include streamlining the procurement process, reducing reliance on consultants, building in-house expertise within the public service, and using AI to drive modernization and boost efficiency. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Domestic innovation and canola concerns top economic development advocacy in a busy June

  • Discussions about the economy were higher in June than during any other month this year so far, surpassing the previous peak of activity in
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 21, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney posted on X on July 10 that his government will continue to steadfastly defend workers and businesses during trade negotiations with the U.S. as Canada works toward the revised Aug. 1 deadline. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Domestic innovation and canola concerns top economic development advocacy in a busy June

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 21, 2025
  • Discussions about the economy were higher in June than during any other month this year so far, surpassing the previous peak of activity in

Domestic innovation and canola concerns top economic development advocacy in a busy June

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 21, 2025
  • Discussions about the economy were higher in June than during any other month this year so far, surpassing the previous peak of activity in
Prime Minister Mark Carney posted on X on July 10 that his government will continue to steadfastly defend workers and businesses during trade negotiations with the U.S. as Canada works toward the revised Aug. 1 deadline. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
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Reforms to aviation sector business model needed to support COVID-19 recovery, says Canadian Airports Council president

  • The business model of Canada’s airports needs a rethink to support their recovery from the devastating financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, with an
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 24, 2021
Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne's office says that the transition to a green aviation industry is critical to the future of Canada's aerospace sector. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Reforms to aviation sector business model needed to support COVID-19 recovery, says Canadian Airports Council president

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 24, 2021
  • The business model of Canada’s airports needs a rethink to support their recovery from the devastating financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, with an

Reforms to aviation sector business model needed to support COVID-19 recovery, says Canadian Airports Council president

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 24, 2021
  • The business model of Canada’s airports needs a rethink to support their recovery from the devastating financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, with an
Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne's office says that the transition to a green aviation industry is critical to the future of Canada's aerospace sector. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

B.C. flood disaster to spark heavy climate change, infrastructure advocacy, say lobbyists

  • Devastating flooding in British Columbia is almost certain to put emergency relief efforts at the top of advocacy discussions with the federal government as
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 22, 2021
Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair provided an update on the federal government’s response to the B.C. flooding crisis during a Nov. 18 press conference at the Sir John A. MacDonald building in Ottawa. Climate change and infrastructure advocacy will likely ramp up in response to the crisis, according to some lobbyists. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

B.C. flood disaster to spark heavy climate change, infrastructure advocacy, say lobbyists

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 22, 2021
  • Devastating flooding in British Columbia is almost certain to put emergency relief efforts at the top of advocacy discussions with the federal government as

B.C. flood disaster to spark heavy climate change, infrastructure advocacy, say lobbyists

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 22, 2021
  • Devastating flooding in British Columbia is almost certain to put emergency relief efforts at the top of advocacy discussions with the federal government as
Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair provided an update on the federal government’s response to the B.C. flooding crisis during a Nov. 18 press conference at the Sir John A. MacDonald building in Ottawa. Climate change and infrastructure advocacy will likely ramp up in response to the crisis, according to some lobbyists. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Address defence supply chain issues with expanded domestic capacity, say NDP MP, Senator

  • Defence industries are coping with a trade bottleneck as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, which could be addressed through expanding domestic manufacturing and
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 17, 2021
Defence Minister Anita Anand should look to addressing supply issues facing the defence industry through greater emphasis placed on trade with nations that are part of military and security alliances with Canada, says Sen. Vernon White. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Address defence supply chain issues with expanded domestic capacity, say NDP MP, Senator

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 17, 2021
  • Defence industries are coping with a trade bottleneck as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, which could be addressed through expanding domestic manufacturing and

Address defence supply chain issues with expanded domestic capacity, say NDP MP, Senator

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 17, 2021
  • Defence industries are coping with a trade bottleneck as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, which could be addressed through expanding domestic manufacturing and
Defence Minister Anita Anand should look to addressing supply issues facing the defence industry through greater emphasis placed on trade with nations that are part of military and security alliances with Canada, says Sen. Vernon White. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘They can’t win’: multi-billion dollar fighter jet decision puts Liberals in tough spot, says specialist

  • The Liberal government might be stuck in a no-win situation, facing economic repercussions no matter which aerospace company it selects to provide the next-generation
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 15, 2021
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the Liberal government are expected to announce the winner of a multi-billion dollar contract to provide the next generation aircraft to Canada's military in early 2022. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘They can’t win’: multi-billion dollar fighter jet decision puts Liberals in tough spot, says specialist

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 15, 2021
  • The Liberal government might be stuck in a no-win situation, facing economic repercussions no matter which aerospace company it selects to provide the next-generation

‘They can’t win’: multi-billion dollar fighter jet decision puts Liberals in tough spot, says specialist

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 15, 2021
  • The Liberal government might be stuck in a no-win situation, facing economic repercussions no matter which aerospace company it selects to provide the next-generation
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the Liberal government are expected to announce the winner of a multi-billion dollar contract to provide the next generation aircraft to Canada's military in early 2022. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Business groups, NDP want answers about COVID-19 support programs before Parliament resumes

  • Business advocacy groups aren’t waiting for the return of Parliament later this month to push the federal government for clarification on new COVID-19 support
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 10, 2021
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland announced the Tourism and Hospitality Recovery Program and the Hardest-Hit Business Recovery Program on Oct. 23, which are intended to support eligible businesses struggling during the pandemic. Some business advocacy groups have questions about the programs, such as the exact eligibility criteria. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Business groups, NDP want answers about COVID-19 support programs before Parliament resumes

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 10, 2021
  • Business advocacy groups aren’t waiting for the return of Parliament later this month to push the federal government for clarification on new COVID-19 support

Business groups, NDP want answers about COVID-19 support programs before Parliament resumes

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 10, 2021
  • Business advocacy groups aren’t waiting for the return of Parliament later this month to push the federal government for clarification on new COVID-19 support
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland announced the Tourism and Hospitality Recovery Program and the Hardest-Hit Business Recovery Program on Oct. 23, which are intended to support eligible businesses struggling during the pandemic. Some business advocacy groups have questions about the programs, such as the exact eligibility criteria. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Don’t make regions compete for cash, says Antunes, as feds split economic development files

  • Keeping a “big picture” view of the economy will be crucial to prevent competition between Canada’s regional economic development agencies, which are now managed
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 8, 2021
Minister of Northern Affairs Dan Vandal, pictured on Oct. 27, 2021, will meet with staff from Prairies Economic Development Canada and the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, as well as partners and stakeholders, to develop economic objectives for the agencies. He assumed responsibility for both agencies following the federal cabinet shuffle on Oct. 26. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Don’t make regions compete for cash, says Antunes, as feds split economic development files

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 8, 2021
  • Keeping a “big picture” view of the economy will be crucial to prevent competition between Canada’s regional economic development agencies, which are now managed

Don’t make regions compete for cash, says Antunes, as feds split economic development files

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 8, 2021
  • Keeping a “big picture” view of the economy will be crucial to prevent competition between Canada’s regional economic development agencies, which are now managed
Minister of Northern Affairs Dan Vandal, pictured on Oct. 27, 2021, will meet with staff from Prairies Economic Development Canada and the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, as well as partners and stakeholders, to develop economic objectives for the agencies. He assumed responsibility for both agencies following the federal cabinet shuffle on Oct. 26. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

End of 2021 will be a boom time for lobbying, say GR consultants

  • A slow September for lobbying activity is likely to be followed by some of the busiest months for government relations in 2021, as organizations
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 8, 2021
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, picture on Oct. 26, 2021, with Sophie Grégoire-Trudeau, on their way to Rideau Hall for the swearing-in ceremony of the prime minister's new cabinet. Lobbyists say the new cabinet, filled mostly with ministers in new roles, will make November and December important months for advocacy. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

End of 2021 will be a boom time for lobbying, say GR consultants

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 8, 2021
  • A slow September for lobbying activity is likely to be followed by some of the busiest months for government relations in 2021, as organizations

End of 2021 will be a boom time for lobbying, say GR consultants

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 8, 2021
  • A slow September for lobbying activity is likely to be followed by some of the busiest months for government relations in 2021, as organizations
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, picture on Oct. 26, 2021, with Sophie Grégoire-Trudeau, on their way to Rideau Hall for the swearing-in ceremony of the prime minister's new cabinet. Lobbyists say the new cabinet, filled mostly with ministers in new roles, will make November and December important months for advocacy. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘Talent is the jet fuel to get companies to grow and scale’: attracting foreign talent and IP protection critical for Canada’s innovation economy, says CCI

  • Turning Canada into an “innovation nation” capable of rebounding from the COVID-19 pandemic will depend on measures including finding ways to improve access to
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 25, 2021
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, pictured Sept. 9, 2021, and the Liberals included several promised investments related to innovation in the budget released on April 19. This includes $60-million over two years to support the Innovation Superclusters Initiative. The Liberal government will have 'a lot on their plate' in the upcoming parliamentary session when it comes to resolving the talent crunch facing many Canadian companies. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘Talent is the jet fuel to get companies to grow and scale’: attracting foreign talent and IP protection critical for Canada’s innovation economy, says CCI

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 25, 2021
  • Turning Canada into an “innovation nation” capable of rebounding from the COVID-19 pandemic will depend on measures including finding ways to improve access to

‘Talent is the jet fuel to get companies to grow and scale’: attracting foreign talent and IP protection critical for Canada’s innovation economy, says CCI

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 25, 2021
  • Turning Canada into an “innovation nation” capable of rebounding from the COVID-19 pandemic will depend on measures including finding ways to improve access to
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, pictured Sept. 9, 2021, and the Liberals included several promised investments related to innovation in the budget released on April 19. This includes $60-million over two years to support the Innovation Superclusters Initiative. The Liberal government will have 'a lot on their plate' in the upcoming parliamentary session when it comes to resolving the talent crunch facing many Canadian companies. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

National infrastructure assessment must include advisory body with long-term vision, say infrastructure groups

  • Long-term infrastructure projects that extend beyond election cycles should be the lens through which an advisory board prepares its recommendations for the federal government’s
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 20, 2021
The Liberal government announced plans for a national infrastructure assessment in December 2020. Outgoing Infrastructure minister Catherine McKenna announced on July 29 there is 'strong support' for an independent advisory body to lead the assessment. A new infrastructure minister will be named on Oct. 26. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

National infrastructure assessment must include advisory body with long-term vision, say infrastructure groups

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 20, 2021
  • Long-term infrastructure projects that extend beyond election cycles should be the lens through which an advisory board prepares its recommendations for the federal government’s

National infrastructure assessment must include advisory body with long-term vision, say infrastructure groups

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 20, 2021
  • Long-term infrastructure projects that extend beyond election cycles should be the lens through which an advisory board prepares its recommendations for the federal government’s
The Liberal government announced plans for a national infrastructure assessment in December 2020. Outgoing Infrastructure minister Catherine McKenna announced on July 29 there is 'strong support' for an independent advisory body to lead the assessment. A new infrastructure minister will be named on Oct. 26. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘The time is now’ to push Liberals on mental health transfer promise, says NDP MP

  • Parliamentarians and mental health organizations say they are ready to push the Liberal government to deliver on its promise of a multi-billion-dollar mental health
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 4, 2021
During the federal election, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, pictured Sept. 28 in Ottawa, promised $4.5-billion over five years towards a permanent mental health transfer. A more specific timeline for implementing the transfer has not been announced. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

‘The time is now’ to push Liberals on mental health transfer promise, says NDP MP

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 4, 2021
  • Parliamentarians and mental health organizations say they are ready to push the Liberal government to deliver on its promise of a multi-billion-dollar mental health

‘The time is now’ to push Liberals on mental health transfer promise, says NDP MP

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 4, 2021
  • Parliamentarians and mental health organizations say they are ready to push the Liberal government to deliver on its promise of a multi-billion-dollar mental health
During the federal election, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, pictured Sept. 28 in Ottawa, promised $4.5-billion over five years towards a permanent mental health transfer. A more specific timeline for implementing the transfer has not been announced. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

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