Samuel Foran

Senior Consultant, Public Affairs @EntCanada | Strategist, @CreativeCurrency | Formerly Director of Digital for @TimHoustonNS

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Proud to sponsor the Canada International Council Halifax Branch 2026 Dinner featuring the Honourable Peter MacKay, Canada’s former Minister of Foreign Affairs and National Defence.

The theme was Stepping Up: Canada’s Defence in a Ruptured World. Vice President Atlantic Canada @rbatherson and Director, Partnerships and Growth, Jordi Morgan hosted a range of clients and decision makers among the 160 guests in attendance.

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Finance Minister John Lohr presented the Nova Scotia PC government’s 5th provincial budget today: Defending Nova Scotia.

While last year’s budget centred on new affordability measures that formed the basis of Premier Tim Houston’s 2024 re-election platform, this year introduces a range of spending restraint measures.

Our full analysis and what's next ⏩ https://t.co/kQNU4Um6lC

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Always a good time when the Atlantic team is together. Bringing fresh energy, shared focused and, of course, great people in 2026!

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@barbarajkfox
@davidptarrant
@rbatherson
@JordiMorgan
@samforan
@calmaclellan
Brian Fox
Jessica Paul
Kristina Ennis
Tien Pham

[Samuel Foran @samforan]

Having worked with @rbatherson on past election campaigns, I've seen his immense talent and commitment — for both clients and causes.

Looking forward to working with him now as VP, Atlantic Canada, @EntCanada.

Welcome, Rob! 👏 #nspoli #nbpoli #peipoli #nlpoli

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We’re proud to announce the acquisition of Harbourview Public Affairs and welcome its founder, @rbatherson, as our new Vice President, Atlantic Canada!

A trusted strategist with decades of experience and unmatched regional insight, Rob strengthens our growing Atlantic practice.

Learn more about Rob ⏩ https://t.co/43TFdu3DNM

[David Tarrant @davidptarrant]

I am proud to have worked on the central campaign of Newfoundland and Labrador Premier @TonyWakehamNL . He is the right leader for our province at this point in our history.

The first days of working in a new government can be both exhilarating and challenging. In 2018, my @entire colleague @MitchWDavidson and I had front row seats to the first days of a new Ontario Government as senior staff to Premier @fordnation .

We’ve just shared lessons that we learned from that experience in the @StJohnsTelegram

https://t.co/yrQXzvrKW5

[Samuel Foran @samforan]

Welcome to the team, @kristinaennis!

Your expertise will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen @EntCanada's footprint and deliver unparalleled service to clients in every corner of Atlantic Canada. #nlpoli #nspoli

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We are thrilled to welcome @kristinaennis, our new Director, Public Affairs, Newfoundland and Labrador!

A community-builder with over a decade of cross-sector experience and a blend of political, corporate, and community expertise, Kristina is the perfect addition to our growing team.

Get to know Kristina ⏩ https://t.co/BxYexWYZCm

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Newfoundlanders and Labradorians elected a Progressive Conservative government for the first time in over a decade!

Our Atlantic team shares how the province’s political landscape has shifted, and how Tony Wakeham’s tories seized the opportunity.

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https://t.co/mauCp0NxlH

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We were honoured to co-host last night’s event in Halifax in partnership with @abacusdataca.

It was a privilege to connect with so many leaders and colleagues in this market, and we are grateful to everyone who joined us.

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Following a difficult summer of wildfires, Premier John Hogan is sending Newfoundlanders and Labradorians to the polls on October 14th.

Will the Liberals form government for the 4th time, or can Tony Wakeham’s PCs break the streak?

Our analysis ➡️ https://t.co/9QveSrpeAj

[The Herle Burly @TheHerleBurly]

Dropping this weekend on #TheHerleBurly pod, an interview with the @TimHoustonNS campaign leadership team: @TaraMiller72, @gopats14, and #JamesMitchener.

Join us for a discussion about how they won and lessons for other #cdnpoli campaigns.

[Samuel Foran @samforan]

A must-read from @davidptarrant on the (inter)national significance of Nova Scotia's election outcome and the surge of support for incumbent @TimHoustonNS and the @nspc. #nspoli #cdnpoli

[David Tarrant @davidptarrant]

1/5) Some Quick Final Thoughts on last week’s Nova Scotia Election

It’s now been almost a week since the Nova Scotia General Election and after a week of conversations with friends, clients and colleagues - inside and outside of the province - I wanted to capture for posterity some takeaways from that election

And it was the kind of election that contains lasting takeaways. Nov 26 was a historic night for @TimHoustonNS and the @nspc who made history with a sweeping majority victory where (at current standings) Houston won approximately 53% of the vote and captured 42 of the 55 seats in the Nova Scotia legislature – more than any other Premier in the history of the province.

Lots has been written about the campaign and the result since Tuesday’s vote.  There has already been a lot of analysis – some of it good, some of it not-so-good – about this election from people on the outside looking in.    I’ll try not rehash the main points here.  Instead, I’m a little more interested in the big picture.   Are there lessons that folks in all parties and from other parts of Canada can take from Houston’s victory? 

I should also disclose out front that I’m not exactly an impartial observer. For the second election in a row, I had the privilege of joining an incredibly talented and dedicated team of dedicated professionals and volunteers who put their lives on hold to be part of Premier Houston’s campaign team.  I, along with many others, worked hard for this result and I am, of course, happy about it.

So take that disclaimer for what it is – and let’s dive in:

[David Coletto @DavidColetto]

Abacus Data Poll: Nova Scotia PCs extend lead as campaign hits halfway mark

✅PC's enthusiasm gap may have closed.
✅1/2 think PCs will win election.
✅PCs lead on 3 of 4 top issues

#nspoli #cdnpoli

https://t.co/ISeQmg3MTO

[Nova Scotia PC Party @nspc]

Premier @TimHoustonNS has announced that Northside-Westmount MLA Fred Tilley has joined the PC Caucus. Tilley says his decision is based on Premier Houston’s focus on making things happen to keep building up Nova Scotia.

Read more: https://t.co/2GN5l6QsqB

#nspoli

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THE RESULTS ARE IN.

🔴 31   🔵 16   🟢 2

Liberal leader Susan Holt won a decisive majority government victory over Blaine Higgs to become New Brunswick's 35th Premier and the first woman to hold the province's top job. 

How, why + what now ➡️ https://t.co/8Znh0gIZx8

[Tim Houston @TimHoustonNS]

Nova Scotia is on the rise again. Like you, I'm proud to be Nova Scotian.

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As the New Brunswick election rumbles into its second week, little separation exists between the Liberals and the PCs.

In this week’s East Coast Votes, we deep dive into all the behind-the-scenes details that make this an election worth watching.

➡️ https://t.co/uFvCWqnPBi

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As voters in New Brunswick head to the polls on October 21st, our Atlantic Office is keeping us dialed in on the issues that will decide which party governs the province.🗳️

Get all the updates from the East Coast Votes newsletter here:⬇️

https://t.co/9TqeA2Vsr5

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A perfect day for the Atlantic team to visit our friends at Tangier Lobster on the beautiful Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia.

Thanks for the hospitality and a wonderful lunch!

💁‍♂️🦞 VP, @davidptarrant
🧢 Sr Director, Comms, Ned Perry
📸 Director, Public Affairs, @calmaclellan

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The Atlantic team is taking full advantage of patio season for a good bye toast to George Habchi (even though we’ll still see him all the time). Cheers to new adventures! 🍻