2024: A Year of Elections – It’s Not Over Yet!
2024: A Year of Elections – It’s Not Over Yet! Half of the global population has or will be casting their votes this year. Here at home, British Columbia (BC) and Saskatchewan (SK) are preparing for significant elections. BC’s election concludes on October 19, following an ‘eventful’ campaign. SK’s election takes place from October 22-28 […]
LB Strategies in Action: Next Campaign Summit 2024 (Toronto)
Next Campaign Summit 2024: A Game-Changer for Political Campaigns and Advocacy The Next Campaign Summit made waves in Toronto as Canada’s first non-partisan event focused on political campaigning, innovation, and modern technology. Held in Toronto, ON, the Summit brought together over 300 attendees from all corners of the political and advocacy world, including leading campaign […]
Navigating Canada’s Political, Policy, and Legal Landscapes (Part 1)
The adage “change is the only constant” finds a comfortable home in Canada’s shifting political, policy, and legal landscapes. With the complexities of a federal system, regionally varied political tides, and the frequent shifts in global power dynamics, it’s no wonder that individuals and organizations navigating these waters find the task daunting. The recent decades […]
Balancing Act: the blurry urban-rural funding divide in Saskatchewan
This Perspective & Insights entry is brought to you by Dan Matthews, a Saskatoon-based writer interested in Saskatchewan’s economic and industry trends and developments. He is also a contributing writer for Industry West Magazine. Balancing Act: the blurry urban-rural funding divide in Saskatchewan Saskatchewan’s Municipal Revenue Sharing model is an excellent way to distribute municipal funding […]
Proud Sponsor of the SUMA Intergovernmental Affairs Panel
We’re thrilled to report on our recent participation in the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Associations’ (SUMA) Intergovernmental Affairs Dialogue today. The event was a vibrant exchange of ideas, underscoring the commitment of local leaders to improve quality of life and address affordability challenges across Saskatchewan. The panel featured key municipal leaders including Gerald S. Aalbers (City of […]
LB Strategies Joins Saskatchewan Economic Development Alliance: A Shared Commitment to Prosperity
LB Strategies is excited to announce its corporate membership with the Saskatchewan Economic Development Alliance (SEDA) for 2024. This strategic partnership represents a mutual dedication to fostering a collaborative environment for businesses, government agencies, communities, nations, and stakeholders across the province. The decision to join SEDA as a corporate member represents more than just an […]
Polling Stations to Strategy Tables: The Valuable Perspectives Working as an Election Observer for the Private Sector
Over the past two decades, I have embarked on a remarkable journey as an election observer, crossing various countries in South America and Ukraine. These experiences have not only allowed me to witness democracy in action but have also bestowed upon me invaluable analytical skills, expertise, and insights into diverse perspectives. Little did I anticipate […]
Why Rural and Remote Communities are Crucial to Economic Success
We’ve all heard of ghost towns, but we know that cities don’t become ghosts overnight. It happens gradually. This is sad considering rural and remote communities are crucial to the economic success of Canada , contributing 30% of the country’s GDP. Here in Saskatchewan , rural , remote , and northern communities are also the […]