@ifaris

Government Relations professional, community volunteer and sports fan.

 Ottawa
Joined July 2009
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We're excited to welcome Fiona Murray to the team! Fiona brings a strong understanding of Canada’s political landscape and a passion for housing, community development and the issues shaping the country’s future. Meet the experts at Maple Leaf Strategies: mapleleafstrategies.com/meet…
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We're excited to welcome Alexandre Lavigne to the team! Alex brings a strong foundation in public policy and political economy from his time at McGill and Georgetown where he developed particular interests in international trade, economic and industrial policy, and defence policy. Meet the experts at Maple Leaf Strategies: mapleleafstrategies.com/meet…
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“It was the biggest mistake of my life. Brian Mulroney deserved to have Meech Lake implemented.” Frank McKenna, former Premier of New Brunswick, shared this rather candid reflection on our latest episode at @stfxuniversity. Full interview: youtu.be/NmQVAFe4hzg #cdnpoli
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John Ivison@IvisonJ18 Jul 2025
Ivison: Why is Canada letting the U.S. hack apart our crypto industry? | National Post nationalpost.com/opinion/can…

John Ivison: Canada's letting Americans hack apart our crypto industry. We may soon regret it

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The One Canadian Economy Act is now law. Here’s how it will help us build Canada Strong. 🇨🇦
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Congratulations/Félicitations to my mom Bryde Desroches & Patrick Dion @upperfeeny who were honoured with the King Charles III Coronation medal by MP @adamchamb at the Coldwater @RoyalCdnLegion 🇨🇦
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Well-deserved recognition for Maple Leaf Strategies team member @AlikAngaladian 2025 Hill Times Top 100 Lobbyist. hilltimes.com/story/2025/03/…

The Hill Times’ Top 100 Lobbyists in 2025: lobbyists prepare for ‘significant reset’ as federal...

In the run up to the election, the goal for lobbyists is to educate key decision-makers on their priorities so they can effectively advocate for those interests post-election and hit the ground...

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Great to see Maple Leaf Strategies Co-Founder and Partner @GordQ recognized as 2025 Hill Times Top 100 Lobbyist. hilltimes.com/story/2025/03/…

The Hill Times’ Top 100 Lobbyists in 2025: lobbyists prepare for ‘significant reset’ as federal...

In the run up to the election, the goal for lobbyists is to educate key decision-makers on their priorities so they can effectively advocate for those interests post-election and hit the ground...

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U.S. tariffs hit our steel. So we’re hitting back — with a 10,000-ton accelerated order from EVRAZ. SaskPower will accelerate a significant order of steel from EVRAZ for transmission structures and other infrastructure critical for our power grid. We will always stand up for Saskatchewan to protect our economy, our jobs and our people.
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The importance of the US as a trading partner for Canada is widely known here, but the importance of Canada as a trading partner for the US is often overlooked south of the border. Read our new report on the topic, here: businessdatalab.ca/publicati… #cdnmedia #cdnecon #cdnpoli

Partners in Prosperity: How the Canada-U.S. Trade Relationship Goes Beyond Buying and Selling -...

The importance of the United States as a trading partner for Canada is widely recognized here, but the significance of Canada as a trading partner for the U.S. is often overlooked south of the border.

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While we respect the Senate Committee's work, we're disappointed to see Bill C-64, the Pharmacare Act, advance without amendments. With conflicting views on a national pharmacare plan, 🇨🇦s deserve clarity on their healthcare options & workplace benefits ⤵️ bit.ly/3Y75xJn

Canadian Chamber Statement on Pharmacare Bill Passing Committee Without Amendment

With the valued workplace insurance of 27 million Canadians at risk, not to mention the risk of federal creep into provincial areas, we cannot accept this level of ambiguity from policymakers.

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Replying to @WERCofC
@WERCofC is deeply concerned by the potential strike looming from PSAC-CIU personnel. The Chamber has sent a letter to the President of PSAC-CIU, Mark Weber, and the Hon. Anita Anand. Hopefully, both sides recognize the urgency and will work to prevent the strike.
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Gov’t needs to get out of the way and let business do what business does best. My thoughts in @financialpost on what today’s budget needs for business financialpost.com/opinion/bu…

Opinion: In budget 2024, Ottawa needs to let business do business

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Yesterday, Matt Holmes and I appeared before the House of Commons Standing Committee on International Trade on behalf of the @CdnChamberofCom to discuss Canadian business in Supply Chains and Global markets. Here is what we recommended➡️chamber.ca/canadian-chamber-…

Canadian Chamber Addresses Study on “Canadian Business in Supply Chains and Global Markets” Before...

On February 1, 2024, we addressed the governments study on “Canadian Business in Supply Chains and Global Markets” before house of Commons Standing Committee on International Trade (CIIT).

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Today, paramedics from across Ontario came together to pay their respects to Superintendent Sean Cook who passed away last week after a 35yr career as a paramedic, communications officer & volunteer firefighter. We are offering our condolences to his colleagues, friends & family.
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That’s a wrap for the #CCCAGM23. Very proud of the incredible showing from the Ontario Caucus led by our amazing co-chairs @shakiba_s, @paulbisanti and Joel Wiebe. Thanks to @CdnChamberofCom for hosting us.
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The Chamber’s @durochergreg is at the #CCEC conference this week in Calgary networking with other Chamber leaders to debate policies to help businesses. Pictured with Greg is Chamber consultant @DaveKilbyWACE & @CdnChamberofCom’s @ifaris. #chambernetwork
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Today we had the pleasure of hosting the Inclusive Growth Dialogue Series event in partnership with the @CdnChamberofCom on accelerating the employment inclusion of people with disabilities. Our incredible speakers shared with us the compelling business case for real inclusion.
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We're grateful to partner with @TriCitiesCoC and @LeslieCsays for our latest Inclusive Growth Dialogue, spotlighting employment disability inclusion. Big thanks to @Stephanie4BC and @bccchamberofcom for joining the conversation!
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✨Our thanks to our hosts #LeducNiskuWetaskiwinChamber and the @albertachambers for a very insightful #InclusiveGrowth dialogue today with SEVGEN Consulting, Sage Beauty, SATO Canada, Athabasca Indigenous Investments, Backwoods Energy Services and DFW Career Services. – at Leduc, Alberta
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