Insights. Experience. Results.

  • Our focus is on creating solutions

    At Sutherland, our focus is on creating solutions that resolve public affairs challenges in provincial and municipal government relations so that you can focus on maximizing opportunities in the Canadian marketplace. We tailor solutions that meet each client’s unique needs, paving the way for effective project management and communications with government decision makers, internal audiences and key stakeholders.

    In Western, Central and Atlantic Canada, labour organizations, not-for-profits, domestic enterprises and multi-national corporations rely on us to overcome communications hurdles as well as municipal, provincial or federal barriers.

    As our world evolves at a rapid pace, Sutherland is committed to providing our clients with cutting edge services that drive results. That’s why we have launched The Hub @ Sutherland – a unique purpose-built partnership that combines creative marketing and strategic communications to help achieve your goals. Learn more about The Hub today.

  • Ontario Focus

    Our government relations professionals and public policy experts connect with key stakeholders and guide clients through Ontario’s legislative and regulatory environments. With former elected officials as well as ministerial and parliamentary staff members on our team, we have direct experience in government.

    Municipal Focus

    Consensus building at the municipal level is a particularly daunting task for most and few venture into this complex maze of competing agendas and complicated bureaucracies. Sutherland’s expertise will guide you through this unique environment.

    Our team includes former Mayors, municipal Councillors and senior staff who work in Toronto, the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA), Vancouver and all major centres in Canada. Our approach offers our clients unique perspectives on City Hall.

  • Managing the issues most important to your reputation and success.

    Proactive communication has never been more important than in today’s world of multiple stakeholders and competing messages. We work with your organization to identify key audiences, focus your message and create earned media opportunities.

    Through issues management, public relations, social media, stakeholder engagement and grassroots advocacy experience, we develop comprehensive communications strategies that support municipal and government relations efforts and get your message across to the right audience.

    We also offer creative solutions to achieve your goals through The Hub @ Sutherland, a unique purpose-built partnership that combines creative marketing and strategic communications. Don’t spin your wheels, go to The Hub.

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Paul Sutherland
Paul Sutherland

Paul, President and CEO of Sutherland Corp, leads Canada’s premier government relations and public affairs firm. A former North York City Councillor and Deputy Mayor, he advises corporate and not-for-profit clients on navigating complex municipal, provincial, and federal government strategies.

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Dan Bordonali
Dan Bordonali

Dan, founding member of Sutherland Corp, guides municipal public affairs and government relations strategies. With 14+ years at Toronto City Hall, he advises on transit, transportation, infrastructure, development, and labour projects for major municipalities across Canada.

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Monika Bujalska
Monika Bujalska

Monika brings 15+ years of public affairs, communications, and issues management experience at municipal, provincial, and federal levels. She advises on complex policy areas and has worked with Toronto City Hall, the Ontario Power Authority, and Canada’s Minister of International Trade, delivering strategies across multiple sectors.

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Artem Chaplynsky
Artem Chaplynsky

Artem brings extensive experience in strategic advisory and project management for government relations and public affairs. He has worked across municipal, provincial, and federal levels—including the Department of National Defence—helping clients secure funding, align stakeholders, and enhance public engagement through data-driven strategies.

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Melissa DaCunha
Melissa DaCunha

As Communications Manager, Melissa plays a key role in advancing the organization’s strategic communications work through integrated digital media, content development, research and communications planning. She works with clients in a variety of industries, from not-for-profits, to sports and entertainment, to private equity and more, to develop and execute communications initiatives that strengthen brand visibility, support organizational priorities and engage key audiences.

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Emmanuel Dion-Weiss
Emmanuel Dion-Weiss

Emmanuel, Director of Government Relations for Québec and Eastern Canada at Sutherland, develops strategies for federal and provincial government relations. A bilingual political strategist with experience as a legislative assistant, press secretary, and campaign manager, he brings expertise in government, cybersecurity, economics, and rural affairs.

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Emma Hunt
Emma Hunt

Emma, Director of Strategic & Business Communications at Sutherland, develops and implements social media and communications strategies for municipal affairs and government relations. She brings expertise in traditional and digital communications, stakeholder outreach, and media relations across sectors including entertainment, technology, infrastructure, and public administration.

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Tina Li
Tina Li

Tina, Manager of Finance at Sutherland, oversees daily financial activities and advises management on planning. With experience as an accounting manager in construction and software sectors, she specializes in financial reporting, system migration, and acquisition integration to support informed business decisions.

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Pat Perkins
Pat Perkins

Pat brings 30+ years of experience in government, public relations, strategic planning, and labour relations. A former Mayor of Whitby and Member of Parliament, she has served on multiple boards and leveraged extensive governance and labour expertise to support municipal and public affairs initiatives.

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Ben Smith
Ben Smith

Ben Smith, public affairs strategist, specializes in government relations, communications, and campaign strategy. With experience on Parliament Hill, Ontario Cabinet, and Conservative campaigns at all levels, he helps clients in highly regulated sectors shape narratives, influence opinion, and achieve impactful public affairs results.

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Kate Urquhart
Kate Urquhart

Kate, Public Affairs Consultant at Sutherland, supports clients with government relations, communications, strategic planning, and policy engagement. She provides analysis, issue assessment, and AI-enabled insights, helping clients navigate complex political and regulatory environments while developing effective public affairs and strategic communications strategies.

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