AI has the potential to be a powerful accelerant in the field of Government Relations in Canada, especially when it comes to transforming how we monitor, interpret, and respond to policy developments. At Sutherland, we see AI as a tool to enhance, not replace strategic insight. It can support our work by streamlining policy tracking, surfacing emerging issues earlier, and offering clients a more proactive lens on government priorities, but AI alone isn’t enough. The value we deliver comes from contextualizing that information within a tailored strategy, shaped by experience, relationships, and deep understanding of government decision-making

At Sutherland, we support our clients by creating solutions that resolve public affairs challenges in government relations so that you can focus on maximizing opportunities in the Canadian marketplace. We understand what matters most to our clients, by combining strategic communications and government relations to ensure that public narratives, media presence, and stakeholder engagement align seamlessly with advocacy effort. By tailoring our approach, we ensure our clients can achieve their unique goals.

Having a trusted government relations firm is essential for businesses looking to operate confidently in a complex and often shifting regulatory environment. Whether it’s navigating municipal bylaws, understanding provincial and federal policies, or anticipating political developments, the right GR partner helps businesses stay ahead of risk and aligned with opportunity. At Sutherland, we act as a strategic bridge, translating business priorities into effective advocacy, ensuring decision-makers understand the value of our clients. In doing so, we help clients advance projects, protect their reputation, and achieve measurable impact with government