Products

Blackstone Public Affairs Group offers selected resources to assist organizations in executing government and public affairs campaigns.  Our various lobbying and media tools have been used extensively by corporations, governments, associations and non-profit agencies throughout Canada.

The Canadian Lobbying Guide

The Canadian Lobbying Guide is published by Blackstone Public Affairs Group with a single purpose in mind -- to assist organizations in developing and understanding lobbying strategies. The Canadian Lobbying Guide covers effective lobbying strategies such as lobby days, holding meetings with elected officials, coalition building, committee presentations, dealing with the opposition and more.  To order a copy, please contact us at 905-727-4455.

Blackstone Political Intelligence Service

Do you need to keep track of government activities across Canada?  Would you like to be informed of decisions before they become news? Blackstone Public Affairs Group offers a comprehensive monitoring and intelligence service for clients who need to follow political and regulatory developments throughout Canada. Intelligence updates on federal, provincial and municipal developments are tailored to your specific requirements and are usually delivered in a concise email to avoid information overload.  Our office can be contacted by telephone or email in order to request further detail on any given update.Give us your issue and we'll provide you with critical political intelligence.  To subscribe, contact us at 905-727-4455.

 Municipal Government Procurement

Would you like a better understanding of the municipal procurement process in Canada?  Do you wish you could bid on more municipal contracts?  Our best-selling author on Canadian municipal procurement has been delivering addresses on the topic at numerous conferences throughout Canada.   This seminar will provide your organization with critical information on municipal procurement in Canada.   

 Lobbying Strategies for Canadian Associations

Canadian associations are faced with unique lobbying challenges.  Accordingly, Blackstone Public Affairs Group is developing the first-of-its-kind workshop for association executives.  Lobbying Strategies for Canadian Associations will concentrate on lobbying from an association perspective.  For more information, please contact us at 905-727-4455.

 Media Relations 101  

Dealing effectively with the media requires an understanding of how the media operates and objectives reporters seek.  This introductory course covers developing your message, building your communications plan as well as preparing a news release, media alert and the appropriate media kit. For more information, please contact us at 905-727-4455.

 Lobbying 101 

Want to learn about lobbying?  Wish you could develop lobbying strategies like a professional lobbyist?  Lobbying 101 will provide you with a thorough understanding of how to lobby and the some of the effective strategies used by lobbyists in Canada.  The course will provide a foundation for your future lobbying efforts.  For more information, please contact us at 905-727-4455.