Marci Surkes

🇨🇦 Public policy & Governance 🇨🇦

Chief Strategy Officer @CompassRoseGR
Previously Exec Dir Policy and Cabinet Affairs for @CanadianPM @JustinTrudeau

[Marci Surkes @MarciSurkes]

Finding uncommon solutions that benefit the common good has been the cornerstone of my career, and I am excited to keep advancing those goals with a like-minded team and partners across 🇨🇦 and around the world. #uncommoncommongood

[Compass Rose @CompassRoseGr]

Thrilled to announce @MarciSurkes as our Chief Strategy Officer. With deep experience at the highest levels of government, she's a public policy leader who brings a crucial national lens to complicated files.

Learn more: https://t.co/GpDyhRv26N

#theuncommoncommongood #cdnpoli

[Compass Rose @CompassRoseGr]

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[Ralph Goodale @RalphGoodale]

On this date (June29) in 1925, King GeorgeV & Queen Mary officially opened Canada House on Trafalgar Square as the Canadian High Commission in the United Kingdom. So today, Canada House marks its centennial in this most prominent of diplomatic locations.

[Ralph Goodale @RalphGoodale]

The economic relationship btwn Canada & the UK is worth >$500B in 2-way investment & trade. We seek new ways to make it grow. Even more important - our shared history, the mutual trust/respect we have for one another & the common values we have promoted together for generations.

[Times Radio @TimesRadio]

“Prime minister Starmer’s visit is a sign of commitment to economic and security interests.”

The G7 summit is a sign of Carney and Starmer shared priorities on security and the war in Ukraine, says former Canadian High Commissioner to the UK @JaniceCharette.

@AlexisConran

[Colleges and Institutes Canada @CollegeCan]

Join us June 25th for CICan’s AGM!

We’ll reflect on the past year, look ahead, & hear from political veteran @MarciSurkes on the post-election landscape.

Register now 👉 https://t.co/95fEX3LRNU

[Compass Rose @CompassRoseGr]

Last week in Toronto, @MarciSurkes took part in the @ccib_national's Central Business Forum panel.

It was an opportunity to engage in conversations about the political landscape and its impact on Indigenous entrepreneurs.

Compass Rose is proud to be a member of CCIB, and we are grateful to the council for creating a space where business, community and policy intersect.

[Toronto Blue Jays @BlueJays]

9 WINS in 10 games! #lightsupletsgo 

FINAL: Blue Jays 5, Twins 4

[Compass Rose @CompassRoseGr]

Compass Rose Managing Director @MarciSurkes and Lead Public Affairs Counsellor @AndreaSarkic appreciated the opportunity to collaborate with the Hon. Janice Charette to unpack the first moves of the Carney government at yesterday's annual awards of excellence ceremony hosted by the @CanadianFuels Association.

Thanks to Lisa Stilborn for her formidable moderation and to Bob Larocque for hosting an afternoon celebrating the best of Canada's energy sector as we work toward actualizing our potential as a sustainable superpower.

[Marci Surkes @MarciSurkes]

Looking forward to the opportunity once again to share & learn with @CollegeCan and the membership! Please join us, there's no shortage of issues to unpack as we reflect on the early moves of the Carney government. 🇨🇦

[Colleges and Institutes Canada @CollegeCan]

📣 Members: Register now for CICan’s 2025 AGM, a key moment for our network to connect, reflect on the year’s achievements, and look ahead.

+ @MarciSurkes will share insights on the post-election landscape and its implications for our sector.

🔗 https://t.co/95fEX3LRNU

[Marci Surkes @MarciSurkes]

It's been an honour contributing to coverage of this week's Royal visit in 🇨🇦 and in the 🇬🇧. Thanks to @SkyNews for inviting me to contextualize the symbolism of the King's presence in Canada, esp regarding the nation-to-nation relationship between the Crown & Indigenous peoples.

[Sky News @SkyNews]

"This is a very important visit for the King and Canada."

Former exec director of policy for Justin Trudeau, Marci Surkes, comments on the significance of King Charles and Queen Camilla's two-day royal visit in Canada.

[Compass Rose @CompassRoseGr]

Today marks a historic moment in Ottawa as King Charles delivers the Speech from the Throne, opening the 45th session of Canada's Parliament, marking a significant day in Canadian democracy! 🇨🇦

@MarciSurkes will be on CBC Radio One starting at 11:00 AM EST for live, in-depth coverage and expert analysis.

You can tune in here https://t.co/xP6uHR7O7B 📻

#cdnpoli #SpeechFromTheThrone

[Compass Rose @CompassRoseGr]

Whether you're new to the Hill or have seen many sessions come and go, this is a moment to reconnect. This week, @MarciSurkes gave her best insight on it for @TheHillTimes.

“The coming months will test you,” shares Surkes. “But if you lead with integrity, empathy and purpose, you’ll not only survive, you’ll shape outcomes that make a real difference in the lives of Canadians.” #cdnpoli

[Marci Surkes @MarciSurkes]

@bea_vdc @HoCSpeaker @TheHillTimes Thank you, @bea_vdc !

[Compass Rose @CompassRoseGr]

Compass Rose was proud to attend the #B7Summit alongside @OilGasCanada and @CanadianFuels  at a pivotal moment for Canada’s role on the global stage.

As the world shifts towards energy security and sustainable growth, the stakes have never been higher. We’re committed to advancing Canada’s role as a responsible, collaborative, and competitive energy super power. #B72025

[Marci Surkes @MarciSurkes]

A pleasure to join @michaelserapio this afternoon as part of the @CPAC_TV live coverage of the swearing-in of the Ministry - thanks for having me!

[CPAC @CPAC_TV]

Several former Trudeau gov't ministers have not been brought into PM Carney's new cabinet.

Liberal strategist @MarciSurkes says it's about "signaling and demonstrating change."

Watch our special coverage on cabinet swearing-in ceremony: https://t.co/aIS5lkHz1a

#cdnpoli

[Cormac Mac Sweeney @cmaconthehill]

Teeing up tomorrow's cabinet swearing in with @MarciSurkes
#cdnpoli https://t.co/xrGjkG52x6

[Compass Rose @CompassRoseGr]

What could the next Liberal cabinet look like under Prime Minister Carney? @MarciSurkes spoke with The @GlobeandMail’s @curryb about running the new government with a business mindset.

You can read it here ⤵️

[Compass Rose @CompassRoseGr]

“So much rides on this first meeting”, shares @MarciSurkes to @Bloomberg as Prime Minister Mark Carney meets with President Donald Trump today to reset their relationship, which has been strained by tariffs and US threats to Canada's sovereignty. #cdnpoli #canUS #trade https://t.co/IXPMwlpga5

[Marci Surkes @MarciSurkes]

So good to be back with the incomparable Heather Hiscox, focused today on the critical meeting between PM Carney and the President. 🇨🇦 🇺🇸

[Compass Rose @CompassRoseGr]

.@MarciSurkes was back on CBC Morning Live with Heather Hiscox to discuss today’s pivotal moment for Canada: today’s bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Carney and President Donald Trump.

[Compass Rose @CompassRoseGr]

Prime Minister Mark Carney will face significant challenges, the two main ones being Donald Trump and the economy. @MarciSurkes spoke with @AFP recently on what lies ahead at a complicated time for Canada.

At the same time, the Prime Minister will not be able to ignore the everyday issues that concern Canadians: the cost of living and the housing crisis. “These are real and urgent problems,” says Surkes. https://t.co/g1wPxpkpFL