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Government Relations: Advocating for Seneca

Seneca has established a reputation as a respected voice in matters concerning federal and provincial postsecondary education policy. Established in 2003, Seneca’s Government Relations (GR) division is mandated to strengthen Seneca’s relationships with all levels of government and ensure that Seneca’s voice is heard in Ottawa, Queen’s Park and across the Greater Toronto Area.

Government Relations’ primary functions are to advocate for Seneca’s positions on the various funding and policy issues affecting postsecondary education in Ontario and across Canada; raise the College’s profile as a leader in postsecondary education; identify funding opportunities; and provide strategic advice for all Senecans.

GR  pursues a strong advocacy agenda in Ottawa, at Queen’s Park and with municipal governments across the GTA. As well, GR staff members provide a number of key government-related services, such as:

  • Identifying and stewarding proposal opportunities;
  • Monitoring and researching government announcements and policies;
  • Coordinating and navigating contacts with government representatives;
  • Developing Seneca’s policy positions; and
  • Representing the College at PSE conferences and seminars.

GR also leads Seneca’s involvement in government-related events on campus, including hosting all candidates meetings at all levels, welcoming government representatives and managing events that help to raise Seneca’s profile.