Our CEO Jennifer Stewart joined Aarti Pole आरती on CBC to break down last night’s French-language debate and how the leaders performed. She explored what’s at stake for the English-language debate and what messaging would help leaders attract undecided voters. cbc.ca/player/play/vi…

We’re thrilled to have been selected by the Town of Petawawa to develop a fresh new brand for the community. Together, we’ll shape a visual identity and story highlighting Petawawa’s growth and strong community spirit. Learn more here: syntaxstrategic.ca/news/town-of-p…

Our CEO Jennifer Stewart and Principals Jonelle Istead & Kate Cornick are at City Building Summit 2025 — joining community leaders to explore how we can build a diverse, inclusive community that drives economic growth and enhances quality of life across the region. #OttCityBuild

CEO Jennifer Stewart joins Aarti Pole आरती on CBC at 11:10 this morning to discuss how political leaders should shape their messaging strategies leading up to election day and how President Trump’s renewed presence and policies are influencing the conversation. gem.cbc.ca/live

Meet Kate Cornick, Principal at Syntax! With a background in strategic comms, crisis comms, & media relations, Kate helps clients nail their message & navigate the media with confidence. When not shaping stories, Kate loves to ski, cook, solve crosswords, and play board games.

We’re excited to announce Mackenzie Houston’s promotion to Director! With a strong background in marketing, advertising, and events, Mackenzie has brought a wealth of experience to our team. Congratulations, Mackenzie! We can’t wait to see all that you accomplish in this role.

We are proud to announce that Sophia Wojdak, who worked as a Junior Strategist with us while completing her studies and is now a full-time member of #TeamSyntax, has been named Valedictorian of Algonquin College’s Faculty of Arts, Media, and Design! Congratulations, Sophia!

Check out our Graphic Designer Erin Charlton’s latest blog on the power of accessible design and how we integrate accessibility from the start of our creative process. At Syntax, it’s a core design principle, not an afterthought. 👉syntaxstrategic.ca/post/the-power…

We’re thrilled to welcome Michelle Johnston as our new VP, Communications! With 10+ years of experience, including as Deputy Director of Communications to former PM Trudeau, Michelle brings to the table unmatched expertise in communications & public affairs. Welcome to #TeamSyntax!

At Syntax, we are lucky to have a design team with the talent, experience, creativity, and collaborative mindset required to bring a client’s vision to life. Here’s a look at our designers' contribution to a 2024 harvest season project for one of our clients.

Last night, we celebrated 15 years of Syntax Strategic with the people who inspire us most! Surrounded by incredible clients, future collaborators & our amazing teammates, the energy was electric. Here's to countless more years of creativity, connection & unforgettable moments.🥂

Congratulations to Jen Stewart and the entire team at Syntax Strategic on 15 remarkable years. Jen took a leap of faith and built one of Canada’s leading communications firms—right here in Ottawa. It was an honour to join last night’s celebration and recognize everything you’ve

We’re still buzzing from our 15th anniversary celebration! A highlight of the evening was hearing from our interns, Anum Saeed and Jessica Bell, recipients of this year’s Syntax Strategic Award. We're grateful for the energy and fresh ideas they bring to #TeamSyntax every day.

Big news! June 17, 2025, was officially declared Syntax Strategic Day in Ottawa by Mayor Mark Sutcliffe! A proud moment marking 15 years of shaping conversations, building impactful campaigns, and making a difference.

We’re excited to announce that Erin Charlton has been promoted to Graphic Designer! Erin is a creative powerhouse with a deep understanding of design accessibility. Her ability to transform ideas into visually compelling and impactful designs is truly remarkable. Congrats, Erin!

#TeamSyntax was proud to support NACO Canada 🇨🇦’s #NACOSummit2025, bringing leaders and innovators together to shape the future. NACO gave a thoughtful shoutout to our event experts for their incredible work! syntaxstrategic.ca/our-services/e…

Term Talk Tuesday: Stakeholder Mapping Who you speak to is just as important as what you say. Stakeholder mapping identifies key players, their influence & how to effectively engage them, ensuring your strategy connects to the right audience. Learn more: syntaxstrategic.ca/our-services/s…

Our new VP, Michelle Johnston, brought over a decade of experience in politics to Syntax Strategic and jumped straight into client work on Day 1. Read the full story: syntaxstrategic.ca/post/from-the-… Michelle Johnston

What if you could clone your best customer? With Lookalike Audiences, you can. Platforms like Meta use your high-performing audience data to identify others who exhibit similar behaviours, thereby increasing reach & achieving your marketing goals. Now that’s smart targeting.

Both are essential. But they serve different roles. Organic social media builds long-term relationships. Paid social is designed to reach beyond your followers. At Syntax, we use both to create a balanced, high-impact digital strategy. syntaxstrategic.ca/our-services/d…