Matt Triemstra

As an Associate Principal in Navigator’s Ottawa office, Matt brings nearly 20 years of experience in government and public affairs consulting.

He has a strong track record of success navigating the federal government and helping clients tell their stories. His commitment to his clients is renowned and steadfast; in 2022 and 2021 he was included in the Hill Times Top 100 Lobbyist list and in 2014, Maclean’s Magazine named Matt the most active lobbyist in Ottawa.

Matt’s extensive knowledge of government was honed while working on Parliament Hill. As Manager of Caucus Services and Operations with the Conservative Resource Group (CRG), he liaised with the Conservative caucus, helping to create professional communication products and acting as the primary point of contact for caucus feedback. Matt also worked directly for Members of Parliament Jason Kenney, Rob Moore and Colin Carrie, providing strategic advice, communications and policy support.

Matt also plays an active role in his community and has advocated for Ottawa’s homeless, fights food insecurity in Barrhaven and is the current Board Chair for the Distress Centre of Ottawa and Region. Most recently, in the 2021 federal election, Matt ran as the Conservative Party of Canada candidate in the riding of Nepean, securing a strong second-place finish.

Born and raised in Ottawa, Matt and his wife Shayla have three children. Matt graduated from Trinity Western University with a degree in Intercultural Religious Studies and Political Science.