Mary Anne Carter is a government relations professional with deep expertise in international trade, cross-border strategy and Canada-U.S. relations. She works closely with corporate clients and industry groups to provide strategic guidance on navigating political, economic and regulatory landscapes across North America and beyond.
With a strong background in public affairs, Mary Anne offers insight on managing bilateral issues, preparing for administrative transitions and advancing policy priorities in areas such as supply chain security, critical minerals, infrastructure, defence, agriculture, transportation and public policy shifts generally. Her client work spans Fortune 500 companies, high-growth firms and not-for-profits—particularly in the health sector and initiatives focused on advancing women in leadership.
She also brings a strong understanding of broader international trade dynamics, advising clients on issues involving the European Union, the Indo-Pacific and global market access strategies amid shifting geopolitical and regulatory conditions.
At Earnscliffe Strategies, Mary Anne plays a pivotal role in advising clients on both sides of the border through tailored government relations strategies and cross-border engagement. She helps organizations navigate the evolving trade environment under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA/USMCA) and position themselves for upcoming negotiations and policy shifts shaping North American competitiveness.
Mary Anne received the Government of Ontario’s Leading Women Building Communities Recognition Award in 2017, and is a regular lecturer at the University of Ottawa Law School’s Legal Reform program. She is the Vice President of the Canadian Club of Ottawa, and previously served on the boards of the Government Relations Institute of Canada and Equal Voice.
Mary Anne is a frequent commentator on Canadian government affairs and has been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Lobbyists. In 2025, she was recognized as one of Ottawa’s Top Forty Under 40 by the Ottawa Business Journal and the Ottawa Board of Trade.
