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09/01/2026

Happy Alberta Day!

September 1 marks the day the Alberta Act came into effect in 1905, officially establishing Alberta as a province. Today, Alberta Day is a chance to celebrate the stories and people that make this province unique.

How well do you know Alberta? Swipe through for a few fun facts about the history of our province! ➡️

08/31/2026

Call us old-fashioned, but honesty is a pretty effective government relations strategy.

Government is balancing countless competing priorities. When you have their attention, be clear about the problem, communicate your concerns early, and come prepared with solutions instead of complaints.

Say what you mean without saying it mean. Stand behind your position, be willing to compromise, and work toward a solution together.

Nobody wins when you dance around the issue. Clear, respectful communication builds trust, and trust helps get things done.

08/26/2026

There’s a big difference between criticizing a decision and criticizing the person who made it.

Disagree with the policy. Question the decision. Explain why you think government got it wrong. But when disagreement turns into personal attacks, you risk losing the credibility and relationships that matter in government relations.

You won’t agree with every politician or every decision they make, and you shouldn’t have to.

The ability to disagree respectfully, focus on actions rather than individuals, and maintain the relationship anyway is part of what creates longevity in your GR or lobbying career.

08/19/2026

Wondering if Pocket Lobbyist GR 101 is for you?

If your work requires you to understand politics, government, or how government decisions intersect with business and your organization, the answer is probably yes.

GR 101 is designed to help you become a more strategic and creative problem-solver, anticipate political change instead of simply reacting to it, and feel more confident navigating political risk.

In other words, it’s about understanding government well enough to make smarter decisions in your own role.

Register now: https://www.pocketlobbyist.com/gr-101

08/17/2026

We’re officially one month away from the return of GR 101!

Our Fall 2026 Cohort kicks off on September 17, with six weeks of practical, accessible learning about government, politics, lobbying, and GR strategy.

Spots are limited, so if GR 101 has been on your radar, now is the time to claim yours.

Register today and join us this fall: https://www.pocketlobbyist.com/gr-101

08/15/2026

Misinformation moves fast, especially in politics.

Before you share, react, or form an opinion, take a minute to check where the information came from, understand the full context, and separate fact from interpretation.

Being politically informed also means knowing how to verify what you’re seeing.

08/13/2026

Trust us: it feels really good to be competent and confident in your GR work!

08/10/2026

One of the biggest mistakes you can make in government relations is starting without knowing what you’re actually trying to achieve.

Clear, realistic outcomes give you something to work toward, measure, and build your strategy around.

Learn how to set achievable GR goals and develop a strategy to reach them in GR 101. Registration for our Fall cohort is open now.

08/07/2026

Kinda chic to take our Government Relations 101 course this fall 😏

08/05/2026

Registration is open for our Fall 2026 GR 101 Cohort, with only a few spots remaining!

Starting on September 17, join us every Thursday from 2:00–4:00 p.m. MT for six weeks as we explore how government works, how political decisions are made, and how to build effective government relations strategies.

Can’t make a live session? Every class is recorded and available to watch on your own schedule.

Spots are limited, so reserve yours today and join us this fall.

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