Car manufacturers lobbied federal officials on EV mandate, incentives and tariffs more than 150 times in October
Meetings covered U.S. tariffs, EV mandate
Alberta’s COP30 delegate is a former oil industry lobbyist
Alberta Environment rep lobbied to cut oil and gas emissions regulations
Alphabet-owned Waymo registers six lobbyists to promote self-driving cars
The company aims to bring robotaxis to Canada with nationwide lobbying push
Here’s who lobbied for key measures in Mark Carney’s first budget
The IJF’s lobbying records show industry pushing for changes on everything from climate change to taxes
U.S. arms company lobbying Ottawa to highlight its Canadian-ness amid trade tensions
L3Harris, a U.S. defence contractor oft-used by Ottawa, has spotlighted its Canadian operations in three recent lobbying communications
Gambling companies hired lobbyists with ties to Alberta government in influence campaign
The biggest names in sports betting and internet gaming employed more than a dozen public relations firms in the push for private, regulated betting
Exclusive Ottawa fundraising event draws dozens of lobbyists — despite Liberal promises
This year, the exclusive party featured representatives for defence contractors, Tesla, TikTok and Coinbase
Company pitches private medical schools as solution to doctor shortage
The group behind University Canada West asked provinces to subsidize tuition for students attending medical schools in the Caribbean
Nine companies Carney had disclosed investments in have lobbied his office
PM disclosed a third-party investment fund that included major companies like Spotify, Microsoft and Lockheed Martin
Who wanted to kill the Digital Services Tax?
U.S. Chamber of Commerce and tech companies spent years fighting the controversial DST
Israeli weapons company wants Ontario to use its drones to manage forest fires
Elbit, which has been the subject of protests for its ties to the Israeli military, seeking contracts in Ontario
Former Liberal minister’s pandemic-era role in medical supply deal renews concerns over insider access
Former deputy prime minister Sheila Copps maintains she wasn't required to register as a lobbyist
Coal company lobbying Alberta government for lenient definition of open pit mine
Legal definitions would determine whether proposed ban is effective or enforceable, experts say
As party leaders campaign on housing policies, developer lobbyists arrange meetings with multiple federal politicians
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TikTok lobbying about privacy, security on its app amid a legal battle with the federal government over its office closure order
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Mining companies want Canada to double down on critical minerals amid U.S. trade war
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Craft brewers lobby for better access to stores as Ontario pulls American brands
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Village that housed 16,000 people fleeing Jasper wildfire wants government funds to keep the local economy afloat
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Canada’s premiers hired Trump-connected lobbyists to secure White House meetings for US$85,000
Premiers doing “everything possible” to avoid devastating effects of U.S. tariffs
Amazon subsidiary seeking federal contracts amid a public fight with the Canadian government
And eight other insights from the IJF’s weekly lobbying newsletter
Canadian companies were furiously hiring lobbyists this week, all because of Donald Trump
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A Toronto law firm is pushing Ontario to settle a $200M class action over axed basic income pilot
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An Inuit-language TV channel wants its programming to be part of all basic cable packages in Canada
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Alberta emergency response company wants to help fight wildfires in Saskatchewan
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As impending tariffs loom, provinces are ramping up lobbying efforts in Washington
‘The U.S. is going to do what it wants to do at the end of the day,’ said U.S.-Canada relations expert
As its employees face arrests abroad, Barrick Gold is pushing for mineral development policies at home
And eight other insights from the IJF’s weekly lobbying newsletter
Lobbying by the numbers: trends, tidbits and takeaways from a year of lobbying
And lots of other insights from a year of IJF lobbying roundups
16 lobbyists personally met with federal officials more than 100 times each this year, data shows
More than 80% of the busiest consultants in Ottawa used to work in the government
Defence suppliers biggest winners of federal contracts in 2024
List topped by $11.2-billion RCAF contract awarded to aircrew training company SkyAlyne Canada
Bankers want Saskatchewan to clarify their role in human trafficking and forced debts law
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Drivers in New Brunswick could get a break at the pumps, but convenience store owners are crying foul
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Lab company continuing its multi-year lobbying push to grow poppies for painkillers in the Prairies
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Spirits producers want to discuss why their products aren’t included in proposed federal ‘tax holiday’
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Lobbying commissioner reappointed while critic claims a ‘negligently weak’ enforcement record
The IJF spoke with Nancy Bélanger about her first seven years and her goals for the coming term
Chrétien-backed AtkinsRéalis wants Ontario to build new nuclear reactors with its technology
And eight other insights from the IJF’s weekly lobbying newsletter
Farmers lobbying in Ontario amid uncertainty after Trump win
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Climate organization wants federal funding to freeze the cells of endangered animals
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Chinese electric vehicle company BYD lobbying in Ontario after Canada announces 100% tariffs on its vehicles
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Canada’s biggest cinema chain is lobbying about competition laws after being fined nearly $39-million for deceptive marketing
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Apple wants to talk technology in health care as Alberta reorganizes its public system
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Franchisees feeling the squeeze after federal crackdown on temporary foreign workers
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Companies are clamouring for defence contracts as ministers promise increased military spending
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National actors’ union is lobbying to ensure federal contractors adhere to collective labour agreements
Royal Canadian Mint commercial called for non-union actors during dispute between actors and ad agencies
As the province broadens alcohol licensing rules, delivery app Instacart wants to deliver drinks to Ontarians’ doors
And eight other insights from the IJF’s weekly lobbying newsletter
Labatt Breweries says it has concerns about a bill proposing health warning labels on alcohol products
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Spirits Canada lobbying in Ontario after launching court challenge against LCBO pricing policies
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Powerful employer group lobbying Quebec to let more immigrants in despite federal crackdown
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Major recycling company lobbying B.C. to increase power supply so it can charge its new fleet of electric trucks
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Ford pushes for faster drug approvals after lobbying from former government employees
Fifteen former Ford staffers lobbied for drug giants after leaving government
Quebec company wants federal permits to export armoured trucks to Qatar
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Irving Oil lobbying the government about new greenwashing rules
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WestJet and aircraft mechanics both lobbying the federal government after Canada Day weekend labour dispute
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Canadian movie theatres are meeting with the federal government after GTA cinemas targeted in shootings potentially linked to organized crime
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A security company wants its drug dogs to be used if Canada allows police to search the mail
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Snapchat’s parent company wants to discuss federal copyright, online harms and cybersecurity laws
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Corporate lobbying heats up around governments’ nuclear power plans despite concerns from anti-nuclear advocates
Critics say nuclear too costly and slow to build while supporters back it as a climate solution
Professional women’s soccer league seeks federal help to address equity issues in sports
And eight other insights from the IJF’s weekly lobbying newsletter
As wildfires blaze across Canada, municipalities want more federal support to prepare for natural disasters
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No plug-in needed: A U.S. company pitches B.C. Transit on its wireless chargers
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As some consumers boycott Loblaw stores, food suppliers want a ‘mandatory and enforceable’ grocery code
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A property developer that owes tenants over $50M is lobbying about Alberta's ‘life lease’ bill
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Following a turbulent first quarter, Boeing is hoping to secure billions in Canadian defence contracts
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Psychotherapists in B.C. are asking the province to regulate their profession… again
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Formal charges may be the ‘tip of the iceberg’ of unethical lobbying in Canada
Only six people have been charged since lobbying laws were introduced 35 years ago
Fast fashion giant Shein lobbying about federal law aimed at preventing forced labour
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Facing a U.S. ban, TikTok wants to discuss B.C.’s new online platform regulations
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Ontario nurses looking to adopt minimum nurse-to-patient ratios similar to those in B.C.
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Is it still B.C. wine if the grapes are grown somewhere else?
Importing grapes among multiple requests from wine industry lobbyists after grim harvests
An Alberta non-profit is lobbying after Danielle Smith threatened its funding over safe drug use pamphlets for teens
And eight other insights from the IJF’s weekly lobbying newsletter
Alternative video platform Rumble lobbying over Canada’s attempts to regulate online activity
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UFOs, buried treasure, COVID fines and thousands of monkeys: Introducing Open By Default
Nine fun, strange and thought-provoking reasons to use the IJF’s newest database
Porter Airlines asking for federal help as Lynx becomes the latest airline to take a nosedive
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Music labels representing artists from Taylor Swift to Leonard Cohen want changes to Ottawa’s new AI bill
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From government insider to Loblaw lobbyist: how the food giant tries to sway politicians
It’s not just Jenni Byrne. The company packs its ranks with connected insiders from all political parties
Ontario daycare lobbying over federal program rules as the province faces an uphill battle to $10 per day
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Insurance company wants Alberta to hit the brakes on its plan to limit rate increases for good drivers
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Lobbyists among top attendees of Liberal “cash-for-access” fundraisers in 2023
Large donors met with Trudeau and cabinet in “unethical” scheme
Colleges and universities launch lobbying blitz after international student crackdown
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Sports betting giant FanDuel wants to influence new bill limiting gambling ads targeting children
And eight other insights from the IJF's weekly lobbying roundup
Rideshare drivers want Ontario to force Uber and Lyft to show how much they make from each fare
And eight other insights from the IJF's weekly lobbying roundup
Older adult advocacy group wants Canada to prevent the export of drugs to Florida after U.S. ruling
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Canadian lending companies want grassroots help to oppose legislation that would reduce predatory loans
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Insurance providers lobbying to ensure federal dental care won’t disrupt private coverage
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Firefighters lobbying for a national fire agency as volunteers quit and wildfires worsen
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Australian billionaire’s coal company seeking approval for mining project rejected in 2021
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An Alberta education non-profit wants ‘oil and gas studies’ to be taught in schools
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NextStar registered to lobby feds days before its plan to hire foreign workers angered opposition
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Former health minister Christine Elliott quietly lobbying on behalf of a for-profit health company in Alberta
And eight other insights from this week’s lobbying newsletter
Mining companies ramp up Ontario lobbying after new law gives minister “all the power”
Critical minerals mining-related lobbying registrations rose after new amendments to Mining Act
Quebec teachers union wants paid leave for workers fleeing domestic violence
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International SOS pitches Global Affairs on its evacuation services as hundreds of Canadians remain trapped in Gaza
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Airbnb hires Liberal insider to lobby as Chrystia Freeland explores short-term rental crackdown
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Real estate developers launch lobbying push for more money from Doug Ford to fast-track building
One third of Ontario Land Tribunal appointees are tied to development groups or Canadian conservative parties
Air traffic controllers lobbying Ottawa for more staff following series of near collisions
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Billionaire Frank Stronach lobbying Ontario to allow his three-wheeled electric vehicle on roads
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Americans dominate foreign lobbying of Canadian politicians
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'Exploitative' international student recruitment company lobbying for inclusion in new visa program
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Ontario landlords and developers lobby en masse following Greenbelt fallout
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Nurses lobbying Ontario and Saskatchewan governments to support national pharmacare
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Billy Bishop airport lobbying to keep its land lease as groups call for more green space
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