At Dominion Strategies, our team of seasoned professionals brings a wealth of experience in public affairs, government relations, and communications. With deep expertise across various sectors, we specialize in creating strategic, results-driven campaigns that engage key stakeholders and influence decision-makers. Our team combines political acumen, industry knowledge, and a commitment to delivering tangible results for clients, ensuring that every initiative aligns with both immediate goals and long-term success. Together, we navigate the complexities of today’s political landscape to help organizations thrive.
Founded by a team of seasoned public affairs professionals, Dominion Strategies brings together years of experience, a passion for results, and a powerful network of authentic relationships inside federal politics in Canada.
Dan is an experienced and recognized Public Affairs professional with over 20 years of government relations and communications experience in Canada. Dan has led significant public affairs campaigns across Canada, incorporating forward-thinking, comprehensive issue assessment, and strategic scenario analysis to develop purpose-driven plans that lead to real results for clients.
He has provided public affairs advocacy for Fortune 500 companies, offering C-suite consultation that incorporates strategy and results that are demanded by senior corporate executives.
As a co-founder of Dominion Strategies, Dan has developed a team of public affairs professionals that share his passion for the development and implementation of tactical creative campaigns that address today’s complex challenges.
Dan has worked with several public office holders from all levels of government across the country on public policy issues and election strategy.
Dan has significant corporate experience as well, through his partnership and management of Sutherland Corporation, a successful provincial and municipal government relations firm based in the Greater Toronto Area.
Dan is also active in his community, volunteering as a Board of Directors member for the Malvern Family Resource Centre, and is involved in a number of charitable organizations in the Greater Toronto Area.
Peter Seemann is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in government relations and advocacy campaigns in Canada. Peter specializes in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement and communications. With almost 20 years in the public affairs sector, Peter has demonstrated a commitment to advancing clients’ interests through effective government relations and public affairs strategies.
Peter is a passionate Canadian and has a passion for politics having been involved in dozens of political campaigns stretching three decades. He has volunteered extensively for individuals and political parties including various senior roles. These experiences have honed his expertise in public affairs and stakeholder engagement, underscoring his ability to navigate complex industry landscapes.
Peter has extensive experience in the corporate world as well, having run a family-owned manufacturing business for 15 years. Outside of work and politics, Peter has been an active member in Toastmasters International and is also the current President of the Albany Club in Toronto; Canada’s preeminent club for conservative minded leaders in politics and business. This blend of experience and strong communication skills enables Peter to bridge the gap between industry stakeholders and public sector policy makers effectively.
Peter’s educational background includes an MBA in Executive Management at Royal Roads University, with a specialization in Leadership. He has been active in Conservative Party politics since the 1990s, with a strong network and understanding of the Conservative Party of Canada’s philosophy under Pierre Poilievre.
Ben Smith is a public affairs strategist with a track record of results. He’s delivered significant wins for clients, and his political acumen has been published in Canada’s most-read news outlets.
As a strategist, Ben has helped businesses, and associations in highly-regulated sectors frame their narrative and spread their message in an impactful way. Ben specializes in building campaigns and creating communications strategies that move opinion and earn trust.
Before Dominion Strategies, Ben built a successful government relations business based in the GTA. He served as a Director of Communications on Parliament Hill and served as Communications Director to an Ontario Provincial Cabinet Minister in the Doug Ford Government.
Ben has run Conservative campaigns at all levels of government, and was proud to run as a Conservative candidate in his hometown of Stouffville during the 2021 Canadian federal election.
Jeff Ballingall is the owner and operator of Mobilize Media Group MMG, a digital public affairs and communication firm in Canada.
Known for his compelling social media content that influences public opinion, gathers important insights and rallies change, Jeff contributes to successful outcomes for clients with a range of public affairs needs.
Jeff is recognized as a leader in Canadian digital public affairs, and works extensively with leading North American firms to help clients change public opinion.
Jeff is best known for his political work, but also has extensive private sector experience working with clients to create viral content and manage campaigns. This includes running high-profile campaigns for Fortune 500 companies.
Mobilize Media Group (MMG) creates compelling social media content that influences public opinion, gathers important insights and rallies change. Through our proprietary techniques and data, we excel at producing viral content and organizing online communities. MMG is dedicated to meaningful metrics that get the results our clients deserve.
Emmanuel Dion-Weiss is a public affairs professional with background in information technology, agriculture, business communications and political campaigns.
Based in Quebec City, Emmanuel is a native bilingual speaker in English and French who brings insight into the federal arena, as well as the unique political landscape in the Province of Quebec.
Emmanuel has worked on a number of political campaigns at various levels of government, providing important strategic advice and insight that has resulted in success for leadership candidates and Canadian MP’s.
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