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About Northern Arc Public Affairs

Northern Arc Public Affairs is a Canadian federal government relations firm that bridges the gap between organizational ambitions and results in Ottawa. We specialize exclusively in federal-level work, helping organizations navigate funding opportunities, engage senior decision-makers, and position their priorities effectively within Canada's federal landscape. Heavyweight Experience, Boutique Service Our team combines Cabinet-level expertise with personalized attention. Hon. Kent Hehr, P.C., our Principal, is a former federal Cabinet Minister who sat at the Cabinet table where major federal funding decisions are made. Having served in multiple ministerial roles in the Government of Canada, Kent brings the credibility and relationships that only Cabinet experience can provide. Managing Partner Abed Harb worked as a Senior Advisor and Director of Operations for federal ministers and served in the Prime Minister's Calgary Regional Office. With over a decade at the highest levels of federal government, Abed led intergovernmental negotiations, federal-provincial coordination, and strategic policy planning. He represented Canada at international forums including the G7, G20, UN, and Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation. How We Work We understand that successful government relations requires more than formal applications, it demands strategic insight, authentic relationships, and deep knowledge of how Ottawa actually works. We know the informal dynamics that determine which projects receive government support and how to position priorities effectively with senior decision-makers. Our services include federal funding strategy, senior-level government engagement, application development, political sponsorship and awareness, multi-program coordination, and timing and opportunity intelligence. When we bring clients to Ottawa, they benefit from introductions and credibility that only Cabinet-level experience can provide. 📧 abed@northernarc.ca