OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA – Kyle Larkin was recently named executive director of the Grain Growers of Canada (GGC). Prior to joining the GGC, Larkin served as vice president at Impact Public Affairs, a national full-service public affairs firm. Earlier in his career, he held key positions in various offices in the Canadian government, including with the Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister.

GGC described Larkin as “the ideal leader to navigate the shifting political and regulatory climate. His appointment comes at a critical juncture, as the Canadian grains sector faces a rapidly evolving political and regulatory landscape.”

“Kyle is the right person to help us seize these opportunities,” said Andre Harpe, GGC chairperson. “His track record of driving impactful results, as well as his impressive experience in politics and strategic direction, will further strengthen GGC’s position as a leader in the industry.”

Larkin’s expertise lies in developing and executing public affairs strategies for national and provincial organizations. Throughout his career, Larkin has earned recognition from media publications such as The Globe and Mail, National Post, CBC, BBC and The Hill Times. Additionally, he has been honored with the 2019 Government Relations Campaign of the Year by the Canadian Public Relations Society and the 2022 Canadian Society of Association Executives Award of Distinction for his work advancing climate change objectives.

“I am honored to build on GGC’s legacy of leadership in Canada’s grain sector. Together with our members across the country, I look forward to advocating for the priorities of grain farmers and further unlocking the sector’s full potential,” Larkin said. “As the collective voice of over 65,000 grain farmers, my focus is expanding our presence on Parliament Hill, growing our national membership and enhancing our responsiveness to current and emerging issues.”

Larkin replaces interim Executive Director Tyler Bjornson.