Jai Singh is a dedicated full-time student at the University of Ottawa, currently pursuing a dual-option major in finance and business technology management. During his summer break, he joined Sandstone Group as an intern.
Peter joins Sandstone Group as a Public Affairs Consultant. He brings a wealth of experience, having worked in the Senate of Canada, the House of Commons and for the industry association Electricity Canada.
Érika Dupuis has joined the Sandstone Group as a research intern. She supports Sandstone Group and their customers in developing and executing strategic plans.
Juliette is a full-time French Common Law Program student at the University of Ottawa and spends a portion of her time supporting Sandstone Group as a Research Assistant.
Shawn Driscoll spent over twelve years at the federal and provincial levels of government. Most recently, Shawn served as the Stakeholder Relations Advisor in the Office of the Leader of the Opposition for Erin O’Toole, Candice Bergen and Pierre Poilievre.
Elia brings a strong background in industry and government to Sandstone Group. Elia previously worked for the Office of the Leader of the Opposition, where she acquired a deep understanding of the parliamentary process and cultivated strong relationships as a member of the Leader’s Tour Team and as a Policy Advisor focused on the environment, climate change, mining and indigenous affairs.
Skye Scruton has a thorough research background, and experience in strategic management. Skye previously worked for the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration. In that role, she provided strategic solutions for U.S. firms to enter and compete in the Canadian market. She also facilitated important commercial and trade discussions between U.S. and Canadian stakeholders.
Laurèl Laurin is a highly respected government relations specialist with over two decades of experience advocating for social change and advancing board-driven directives.
Shane McCloskey has recently served as Director of Policy for two Ministers of Transport in the Government of Canada providing oversight of the air, marine, rail and land transport sectors.
George Young brings 30-plus years of extensive public sector experience as a trusted, reliable and confidential advisor to three prime ministers, numerous cabinet ministers and leaders of political parties at the provincial and federal levels of government.