Kamal Aboulmagd

Health is top of mind of lobbyists at Queen's Park.

Health care registrations made up 23 per cent of all registrations, followed by development (at 15 per cent) and energy (making up 10 per cent).

 had the most registrations by any organizations, with four registrations made on their behalf. The next most registered organization was GE 

had the most registrations out of any registrant group, with nine unique registrations. They were followed by 

 had the next highest amount of registrations with four. Finally, 

Aird & Berlis, EnPointe Development Incorporated, Policy Concepts Inc., Sussex Strategy Group 

led all lobbyists with three unique registrations.

was registered in-house by its President, Christina Lewis. The goal of the registration was to get more involved in national and pool discussions to ensure adequate milk supply is provided to current and growing markets. As well as to get involved in national/provincial discussions to modernize the dairy supply management system including pricing. Further discussions were held around how to assist Ontario dairy product manufacturers to mitigate potential impacts of trade agreements. Lastly, to discuss how to ensure Ontario inhibitor screening protocols are current and effective as well as advocating for an increased supply of skilled workers.

was registered by Lee Boswell, a consultant with Crestview Strategy, for the purpose of seeking improvements to Ontario’s Risk Management Program in order to provide enhanced measures to support grain farmers viability, and support for Ontario’s food security which is being impacted by ongoing supply chain disruptions.

was registered by Mitch Heimpel, a consultant with Enterprise Canada. The purpose of this lobbying effort is to discuss Ontario Regulation 402: Marketing of Chicken within Ontario and Ontario Regulation 403: Ontario Chicken Plan, which both fall under the Farm Marketing Act. These regulations were designed to monitor changes that impact Supply Management for the client, and they would like to be involved in the discussions pertaining to them.

 Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association

In recent arts/culture/copyright registrants:

 was registered by Julie O’Driscoll, a consultant with GT and Company for the purpose of sharing information about the television and film industry in Ontario and the importance of government investments through tax credits.

was registered by Amir Remtulla, a consultant with Amir Remtulla Inc. The goal was the redesignation of lands to allow development, specifically regarding the portion of the client’s lands that are designated “Natural Linkage” in the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan (ORMCP). The client is asking for a correction to “Settlement Area” (also a designation in the ORMCP) given the jog elimination of Stouffville Road through the property, which would isolate any current linkage function with the property that is located at the southeast corner of Yonge and Stouffville Road and is approximately 67 acres in area. Approximately 22 acres of the 67 acres is designated Natural Linkage in the ORMCP.

was registered twice by Leith Coghlin, a consultant with EnPointe Development Incorporated. The purpose of the registration is to obtain provincial amendments to the Toronto Official Plan along with re-zoning and site-plan approval And obtain an Enhanced Ministerial Zoning Order for the subject property

Peter Van Loan, a consultant with Aird and Berlis registered on behalf of 

to discuss the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe and Planning Act. Specifically in regards to interpretations and applications to support development of the client’s lands, including with respect to section 22 (11.1) of the Planning Act.

 was registered by Raly Chakarova, a consultant with RKC Professional Services to raise the organization's profile and its approach to effective workforce development within the construction related skilled trades to help influence government skilled training policies and programs.

Siera Draper, a consultant with National Public Relations registered 

 to discuss its rental housing projects in Ontario and share recommendations that would help to advance industry criteria and policies, including higher-quality absolute performance-based environmental criteria and a move towards assessing affordability on people-based performance metrics (as opposed to unit-based metrics).

Ledbury Investments Ltd. / H & L Title Inc., Minto Communities - Canada, John M. Watterworth, Rise Asset Development, Cedar City Developments, South Georgetown Landowners Group

In recent energy/environment/climate registrants:

 was registered by Brad Corson, their CEO for a number of lobbying activities. First was communicating with government officials about environmental legislation and regulations, including the Environmental Protection Act, the Green Energy Act and the Environmental Assessment Act. Next, meetings were held to have discussions with government officials about energy legislation and regulations. Lastly, to communicate with government officials about labour legislation and regulations, including the Workplace Safety & Insurance Act.

 was registered by Elena Mantagaris, Garry Keller, and John Penner all consultants with StrategyCorp Inc. All of their lobbying efforts were dedicated to facilitating discussion with the government about 

efforts to develop a Small Modular Reactor in Ontario.

was registered in-house by Michael Rencheck, their CEO. The purpose of this was to help the Ontario government identify areas for red tape reduction in several sectors to help find additional ratepayer savings.

Hydrostor, FortisOntario Inc., TransAlta Corporation, Hydromega Services Inc., Electricity Distributors Association, Nature Conservancy of Canada,

was registered by Andrew Boddington and Ryan Cole, both consultants with Policy Concepts Inc. with the goal of providing input into Bill 135, Convenient Care at Home Act, 2023, to highlight ways to better support the delivery of home care in the province.

was registered by Cody Mallette, a consultant with Atlas Strategic Advisors Inc. to provide consultation on the implementation of innovative technology solutions to provide improved patient care in long-term care and other health care settings in Ontario. All of this was done with the goal of obtaining support for pilot project funding to assist LTC operators with the cost of the technology.

Karl Baldauf, a consultant with McMillan Vantage registered on behalf of 

 to help public office holders understand the potential of genomics research and expand financial support for the sector.

 was registered by Karl Baldauf, a consultant with McMillan Vantage for a number of lobbying activities. First was to discuss policy changes related to healthcare delivery and programs, specifically regarding Health Promotion (tobacco control and policies to increase smoking cessation, responsible cannabis policies, and medically responsible alcohol policies, distracted driving), opioid strategy, cannabis, ohip+ and negotiation and implementation of physician services agreements, responsible vaping, and Ontario Health Teams , long term care improvements, home care improvements, community health infrastructure stability, policies related to COVID-19, backlog of medical procedures and wait times. Next was to discuss policy changes stemming from Medical Assistance in Dying, paid sick days and expansion of community based ambulatory services to help address surgical and procedural backlogs.

was registered in-house by its General Manager Lisa Mullett with the goal of building and enhancing an industrial strategy for the pharmaceutical industry so that we may work together to bring new innovative medicines to Canadian patients.

was registered in-house by its Head of Vaccine Manufacturing Matthieu Puyet. 

 would like to raise the awareness of policy makers on these new vaccines, their potential benefits to patients and the overall health system, as well as opportunities for government adoption. The new vaccines should improve Ontario's universal and publicly-funded immunization programs. Additionally, discussions were held around job creation and attracting capital investment for the province.

Ralph Palumbo registered on behalf of the 

to discuss auto insurance issues, including changes to the Insurance Act and the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS). As well, the client is requesting the government to adjust the Professional Services Guideline by increasing the fees paid to health care providers that care and treat consumers who are injured in motor vehicle accidents.

: Clearpoint Health Network Inc., Abbott Medical Canada, Lumina DX, CANImmunize Inc., Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, Johnson & Johnson Inc., Cystic Fibrosis Canada, Boehringer Ingelheim Canada Ltd., Canadian Mental Health Association Toronto Branch, Rethink Breast Cancer, ProResp Inc., Moderna Biopharma Canada Corporation, Spinal Cord Injury Ontario

was registered by Joshua Albert of The CCS Group to assist leadership in securing funding to repair and upgrade the community Sportsplex facility.

was registered by Alex Chreston, a consultant with Crestview Strategy. First, discussions were held around enhancing the safety of motorists on Ontario's roadways through available technologies and programs focused on road safety. Working in collaboration with industry associations, to ensure manufacturing sector interests are taken into consideration in energy, environmental, climate change, taxation, employment and labour relations, and waste reduction policies. As well, working in collaboration with industry associations, to provide input into the government's health innovation agenda, modernization of medical device procurement, health system pandemic recovery, and future emergency preparedness. Lastly, to provide recommendations with respect to electrical equipment, energy efficiency and GHG reduction technologies.

Connor Lund, a consultant with Upstream Strategy Group registered on behalf of 

Koch Companies Public Sector, LLC and Affiliates

 to arrange briefings for Ontario public office holders about Infor and their solutions - such as the Infor Healthcare Operations Platform - for healthcare organizations and show them how the client can leverage technology to accelerate the modernization of healthcare systems.

was registered in-house by Kelly Higginson, their CEO. The purpose of the registration was to communicate with the Government of Ontario to represent restaurant owners' priorities, including: health measures, supply chain, tax policy, and the sustainability of the industry. Additionally, to communicate about the development of broad-based operational cost offsets, including training grants for industry workers, financial supports, and meaningful taxation relief to help the industry recover from the impact of the pandemic.

was registered in-house by its president, Dave McCann, primarily to communicate with government officials about the implementation of the PTECH education model for Ontario, with a focus on Indigenous, at-risk, and Francophone communities. PTECH stands for "Pathways in Technology Early College High School". It is a program pioneered by 

. They also want to have general discussion with officials about policies and processes related to public-sector procurement. Lastly, to communicate with government officials about generative Artificial Intelligence, including its potential to deliver digital excellence in health.

 was registered in-house by Gordon Harling, its president and CEO. The purpose of the registration was advocating for the continued support of, and investment in, microsystem and nanotechnology research / semiconductor manufacturing and design.

Martin Rust, a consultant with Martin Rust Strategic Advisory Services registered on behalf of 

with the goal of engaging government officials and monitoring for procurement opportunities for the client with regards to technology solutions related to software, IT devices and hardware, and professional services with the goal of helping the government deliver better services for Ontarians.

 was registered by Matthew Dubé, a consultant with Proof Strategies. The goal of registration was to engage and inform the government's support of production activity in the province. Additionally, to represent a resource to the government on the client’s production activity and investment in Ontario contributing to jobs and the economy.

Lee Boswell, a consultant with Crestview Strategy registered on behalf of 

 for a number of lobbying activities. First was offering advice on the Government of Ontario’s digital action plan, specifically as it relates to delivering innovative solutions in the public sector. Next was encouraging the Government of Ontario to invest in broadband internet services for rural and remote communities through investment in new public/private programs. Additionally, encouraging the Government of Ontario to adopt policies that will reduce the barriers small businesses face when incorporating technology into their businesses. Further, providing information related to the delivery of essential services in Ontario and on the delivery of telecommunications services during the pandemic. Lastly, keeping Elected Officials up to date on planned renovations and improvements to the Blue Jays fan experience at the Rogers Centre and the benefit to Ontario's tourism industry.

FreshBooks Inc., PUC Services Inc., Residential and Civil Construction Alliance of Ontario, Ontario SPCA, Federal Association for the Advancement of Visible Minorities - FAAVM, Edvance, The Canada Life Assurance Company (formerly known as The Great-West Life Assurance Company), Residential and Civil Construction Alliance of Ontario, Police Association of Ontario, Association of Snow and Ice Control, REALPAC- Real Property Association of Canada, Airbnb Canada Inc., Cestar College, Northern Ontario Tourist Outfitters Association (NOTO), Ontario Marine Council, Scarboro Golf & Country Club, Reliance Comfort Limited Partnership dba Reliance Home Comfort (“Reliance”), Accenture Inc., Mortgage and Title Insurance Industry Association of Canada, Workers' Action Centre, Life Sciences Ontario, Ontario College of Pharmacists, Tourism Industry Association of Ontario, Centennial College, Collège Boréal d’arts appliqués et de technologie, Canadian Bank Note, Intact Financial Corporation, Ecotex Health Care Linen Services Inc, Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters.

Who's Lobbying for Whom: Health care makes up nearly a quarter of new filings

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