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SWON Public Affairs is a boutique, non-partisan government relations firm that serves a diverse range of corporate and non-profit clients across Southwestern Ontario and beyond. With a deep understanding of the regional political landscape and an extensive network, SWON is adept at tailoring its services to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring effective advocacy and progress in complex government interactions.

Our firm believes in the transformative power of relationships and maintains close, collaborative partnerships with clients, stakeholders, and government officials. By leveraging our expertise in policy, legislation, and regulation, we provide strategic advice and support, enabling our clients to achieve their objectives with precision. SWON Public Affairs commits to being more than just a consultancy; we are dedicated partners in our clients' success, helping them navigate public affairs with confidence and clarity.

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SWON Public Affairs

What We Offer

We help bridge the gap between business, three levels of government, and the media, so you get a seat at the table for the conversations that matter. As experienced Public Affairs professionals based in London, Ontario, we offer a wide range of strategic advice as well as direct lobbying services to clients across a wide range of business and non-profit industry sectors.

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Meet Our President

Our President and Founder, Kirsten Krose, has been involved in politics and communications work since 2008.

With a degree in Political Science and Economics from the University of New Brunswick, Kirsten has worked as a political staffer, campaign volunteer, bureaucrat, and most recently as a lobbyist and government relations consultant for a Toronto-based GR firm.

Kirsten has extensive first-hand experience of how government works. She has held positions.....

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June 26, 2025

Canada Commits to NATO’s 5% Defence Investment Pledge.

Yesterday, PM Carney committed Canada to joining NATO’s new defence spending target, aiming to
reach 5% of GDP by 2035. This pledge will increase spending for Canada each year till then, making
this the largest increase since the Second World War. The members of NATO, except Spain as they
secured an exemption, all made an agreement to the new pledge at the annual leaders meeting in
The Hauge. NATO members, expect Spain have all agreed to then review the  [...]


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June 18, 2025

Public engagement is more that just surveys or town halls.

Public engagement is not just another box to check for governments; it’s a foundation for trust between them and local communities. When done well, it can bring residents, community organizations, businesses and public officials together to collaboratively solve issues that either directly affect or indirectly affect peoples lives.

Yet, when it’s done performatively, this can damage trust within the community, thus reinforcing [...]


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June 11, 2025

Homes for Heroes Foundation.

This morning’s breakfast hosted by the Homes for Heroes Foundation at the London Club provided a meaningful reminder on an important initiative coming into the city of London, the London Veteran’s Village. This project is part of a national effort to provide transitional housing and support services to Canadian veterans experiencing homelessness.

The Homes for Heroes Foundation combines private tiny homes with  [...]


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