Pocket Lobbyist

Pocket Lobbyist A subscription-based platform for government relations and public policy professionals.

10/13/2026

Having the evidence to support your position is important. But facts and data alone aren’t always enough to make a compelling case to government.

Effective government relations means understanding how your proposal connects to public priorities, what matters to the people affected, and how to communicate your ideas in a way that resonates.

Because even the most well-researched policy proposal needs a story that people can understand and connect with.

Want to build a stronger government relations strategy in 2027? Join Pocket Lobbyist’s GR 101 to learn how to navigate government, communicate your priorities effectively, and develop a more strategic approach to advocating for your organization.

Registration is now open for our 2027 cohorts! 🔗 Link in bio.

Did you know that the date we celebrate Thanksgiving in Canada was actually determined by a government proclamation? Eve...
10/11/2026

Did you know that the date we celebrate Thanksgiving in Canada was actually determined by a government proclamation? Even Thanksgiving has a political history!

Although Thanksgiving has been officially observed annually in Canada since 1879, the date wasn't always consistent. It wasn't until 1957 that a federal proclamation established the second Monday in October as Thanksgiving Day, giving us the long weekend we know today.

A little Canadian political history to bring to your Thanksgiving table this year. 🦃

Happy Thanksgiving from your friends at Pocket Lobbyist!

10/10/2026

Doing good work and being good at lobbying are two very different things.

Being able to separate the cause from the tactics is an important part of understanding government relations. And for organizations doing meaningful work that aligns with public policy, learning how to advocate effectively can make a real difference.

That’s why we believe government relations should be a skill more people have access to, and why we created our GR 101 course.

10/07/2026

Government relations isn’t just about who you know. It’s what you know about who you know.

Having someone’s email address or being able to get them on the phone doesn’t automatically make the relationship valuable. Effective GR means understanding the person behind the position: their role, priorities, responsibilities, background, motivations, and where they fit within the larger system.

That context helps you build more genuine relationships and engage with government more strategically.

Want more practical insights like this? Sign up for our Winter 2027 GR 101 cohort and learn how to build a stronger, more informed government relations strategy for your organization: pocketlobbyist.com/gr-101

Strong government relations isn’t built overnight. It comes from knowing what you’re trying to achieve, understanding th...
10/05/2026

Strong government relations isn’t built overnight. It comes from knowing what you’re trying to achieve, understanding the political environment, building relationships before you need them, and communicating clearly when it matters.

These four tips are a great place to start, but there’s a lot more to building a proactive GR strategy.

That’s exactly what we dig into in GR 101 with Pocket Lobbyist. Learn how government works, how decisions get made, and how to approach government relations with more strategy, confidence, and intention.

Ready to strengthen your GR skills? Join an upcoming GR 101 cohort: pocketlobbyist.com/gr-101

Today, we honour Survivors, remember the children who never returned home, and reflect on the ongoing work of truth and ...
09/30/2026

Today, we honour Survivors, remember the children who never returned home, and reflect on the ongoing work of truth and reconciliation. 🧡

09/30/2026

The best government relations strategy doesn’t always have to be the most complicated one.

Sometimes the solution is actually pretty simple. But getting to that simplicity requires context.

Understanding political history, current events, how government functions, and what motivates the people you’re engaging with can completely change how you approach a problem.

The more context you build, the easier it becomes to see what actually matters, cut through the noise, and find a clear path forward.

Simple doesn’t mean uninformed. Sometimes it takes a lot of knowledge to arrive at the simplest solution.

09/24/2026

Governments change. Priorities shift. Elections happen. And something your organization has been able to rely on for years isn’t necessarily guaranteed to continue.

Uncertainty is part of working with government. The goal isn’t to predict every change before it happens, but to understand your political risk, consider different scenarios, and have a plan for how your organization will respond.

Change is part of the game. Be prepared to play it.

09/23/2026

Discernment might be one of the most important skills you can develop in government relations.

Government and politics are constantly changing. Good lobbyists pay attention, question their assumptions, and adjust accordingly.

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