As the federal election enters the backend of the campaign, the debates could have an impact if something consequential were to occur.Debates come and go throughout a campaign, and for the most part, the electorate pays little attention to them. …
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Election 2019: Staying on message
The Canadian federal election campaign has reached the halfway mark - the first leader’s debate has happened (Prime Minister Justin Trudeau did not participate), and the campaign planes and buses are crossing the country.In the final days before …
Crisis Communications in an Election
Photos that emerged this week of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau sporting a “black face” costume is an interesting lesson in crisis communications.On one hand, when this story broke, Trudeau’s first apology was textbook. Every crisis communications …
Need communications help? Hire former political aides.
If you take a glance at Martin Charlton Communication’s website, you’ll see that there’s a number of former political staff that work on the team.It’s not a coincidence.Mary-Lynn Charlton, President of Martin Charlton Communications (MCC) …
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Canada’s Hidden Asset in China Talks
It’s too bad Regina and Ottawa are so far apart these days.The trade challenges between Canada and China have many offering opinions on the stance this country should be taking….some say toughen up our position, others are more measured. Either …
