Real North Strategies will specialize in association & housing advocacy
Toronto, ON – May 17, 2023 – Matthew Thornton, an award-winning communicator and veteran government relations executive, announced today the launch of Real North Strategies, Canada’s first firm that will specialize in association and housing sector advocacy.
Thornton previously led the Ontario Real Estate Association’s (“OREA”) government relations, communications, and marketing divisions where he helped make the association a leader in Canada for advocacy, public relations, and events.
“I’m a strong believer in the power of member driven associations,” said Thornton. “In every sector and industry, associations bring people together to build a better Canada. I’m excited to support that mission with world class advocacy services.”
Real North Strategies opens its doors at a critical moment in history of housing in Canada. Housing affordability is at crisis levels across the country and Ontario needs to build 1.5 million homes by 2031 to meet demand.
“There is a big opportunity for organizations that have an interest in housing,” said Thornton. “Government’s need bold, innovative solutions. I’ve been on the front lines of the housing supply fight since 2016 and I know what it takes to get government buy-in to build more homes.”
Thornton spent 15 years leading one of the most successful advocacy teams in Ontario and he’s worked with many of the largest consulting firms in Canada. His promise is to offer a client centred experience that delivers real results.
“Real North isn’t like most government relations consulting firms,” said Thornton. “Our model is low volume, high service and we don’t do bait and switches. We’ll tell you who will do the work, what it will cost and then we’ll deliver it.”
Learn more by visiting www.realnorthstrategies.ca, and following Real North on social media – Twitter: @RealNorthStrat
For more info contact:
Matthew Thornton
CEO, Real North Strategies
647-534-REAL(7325)
