Kamal Aboulmagd

were the most registered organizations, with 

 unique registrations each. They were followed by the 

Dairy Farmers of Ontario, Fitzrovia, Ontario Real Estate Association, American Express Canada, FORIS, INC AND ITS AFFILIATED ENTITY, FORIS DAX, INC. D/B/A CRYPTO.COM, Gartner Inc., 

 unique registrations made on their behalf. All remaining organizations had 

 unique registrations. They were followed by 

Daisy Consulting Group, McMillan Vantage, ONpoint Strategy Group

 unique registrations. All remaining registrant groups had no more than 

From June 8th to June 14th, Kenzie McKeegan of 

registrations. She was followed by Michaela Johnson and Davin Shinedling, both from 

 unique registrations. Next was Lily Mesh from 

 unique registrations. After that, Clare Michaels from 

unique registrations. Lastly, Vladislav Yakovlyev from 

 unique registrations. All remaining lobbyists had no more than 

 were registered in-house by Aaron Dobbin, their President and CEO, to work with the government to create a long term grape and wine industry that is sustainable and profitable for all stakeholders. Particularly, to ensure the growth of the entire grape and wine industry and create jobs, as well as to represent the views of Ontario's wine industry on various pieces of legislation, regulation and policy that impact them.

 were registered by Benjamin Lamb, Jaide Kassam, and Samuel Duncan, all consultants with Wellington Advocacy. The goal of their registrations was to keep the Government of Ontario informed on an ongoing basis about issues relating to and of importance to Ontario's dairy farm families, and how to improve policies pertaining to the largest sector in Ontario agriculture as informed by feedback from Ontario's dairy farmers.

 were registered in-house by Denise Hockaday, their CEO, to continue their ongoing goal to support an effective supply management system.

Ontario Forest Industries Association - Home of CLA Grading and Inspection 

was registered in-house by Ian Dunn, their President and CEO to discuss the Non-Resident Speculation Tax. Specifically, scoping the program to certain markets within Ontario that face high rates of speculation while removing barriers to new Canadians seeking to work in remote, northern, and rural communities.

 was registered in-house by Keith Robbins, their General Manager. The purpose of their registration was to request that Health Canada consider a minimum two-year deferral for final decisions on key products which are critical to our industry including: Linuron, Mancozeb, Metiram, Ferbam, Ziram, Thiram, Chlorothalonil, Ipodione, Captan and Imidacloprid. This delay would allow the government and industry to work together to seek, commission and analyze research and data on these products.

 was registered by Sam Galea, a consultant with McMillan Vantage, to communicate the importance of having policies for the retail of alcohol that allow the Ontario wine sector to succeed.

 Ontario Federation of Agriculture, Kraft Heinz Canada, Canada Bread Company, Limited (o/a Bimbo Canada), Syngenta Canada Inc.

In recent arts/culture/copyright registrants:

 was registered in-house by Anita Gaffney, their Executive Director, to seek operational funding grants, for the purposes of tourism and arts recovery, as well funding and tax credits for theatre production, and general infrastructure funding.

 was registered by Clare Michaels, a consultant with Navigator Ltd. The primary goal of their registration was to solicit support for the reimagined and expanded Royal George Theatre and festival Theatre Campus, including worker housing, training spaces and community education facilities, support for arts and culture programming for the benefit of local schools, universities, colleges, and the broader community, deepen opportunities for cultural tourists to add additional activities and/or extend duration of stay, and creation of a new Embedded Artists program to train and grow the next generation of Canadian artisans, tradespeople and artists.

Society of Composers, Authors & Music Publishers of Canada (SOCAN) 

was registered by Maurice Rioux, a consultant with Proof Strategies with the goal of getting the Premier, the Leader of the Opposition and the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming to attend 

 annual Gala Awards presentation. Additionally, to set up meetings with the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming and/or his officials to discuss support for the Music and Arts sector.

StubHub Inc., University of Toronto Press (UTP)

was registered by Alexandra Spence, a consultant with Loyalist Public Affairs to build relationships with the government as a constructive stakeholder and to promote policies that encourage responsible and efficient housing development.

. was registered by Amber Irwin, a consultant with The Capital Hill Group to assist the client in their efforts in seeking funding support from the Government of Ontario for manufacturing their state‑of‑the‑art, energy efficient, climate resilient homes and also assisting in securing home building opportunities.

 was registered by Claudia Gallant, Davin Shinedling, Jonathan Lesarge, and Michaela Johnson, all consultants with Jenni Byrne + Associates. The goal of their registrations was to help with a development in the Halton region that seeks to be an environmentally friendly solution to the region’s housing situation. While liaising with the relevant provincial officials to ensure all steps are being followed accordingly and officials are aware of the development and its unique answer for housing in the region.

 was registered by Davin Shinedling, Jonathan Lesarge, and Michaela Johnson, all consultants with Jenni Byrne + Associates, to discuss the implementation of affordable housing policies in Ontario and engaging with the government on their plans for purpose built rentals and what future policies surrounding renting in the province should look like.

 was registered by Devan Sommerville, a consultant with Counsel Public Affairs Inc., primarily to discuss applicable legislative changes required to address concerns regarding the impact on land lease communities and homeowners, and the need to account for the unique characteristics of land lease housing and its positive impacts for housing supply, choice and growth in Ontario. Additionally, to participate in dialogue about the impact of existing Residential Tenancies Act provisions and Landlord and Tenant Board practices as they impact land lease homeowners and community operators, and propose targeted changes to ensure a balanced approach that maintains sustainable land lease communities.

The Cadillac Fairview Corporation Limited

 was registered by Max Laskin and Robert Howe, both consultants with Goodmans LLP, to highlight recent amendments to the Planning Act in Bill 150, Planning Statute Law Amendment Act, 2023 (S.O. 2023, c.24) and their potential impact to transit-oriented communities, propose and discuss potential approaches to minimize such impacts, including through legislative amendments and/or regulations, and to request government action that would allow certain agreements with municipalities regarding development to run with land and bind subsequent owners.

 was registered by Plamen Petkov, a consultant with Maple Leaf Strategies, to promote the client's new modular building panel system, which they have patented in Canada. The panel system is versatile, easily adaptable to different structural configurations, and long-lasting. It can be used to assemble modular structures quickly and in remote locations. 

 is asking the Ontario government to explore the benefits of the modular building panel system as a viable solution to alleviating the lack of housing affordability in the province, and to facilitate and promote its adoption in modular construction in Ontario.

 Ontario Real Estate Association, NextEra Canada Development LP, Nuvo Built Inc., Tercot Acquisitions Limited, Quality Engineered Homes Ltd.

In recent energy/environment/climate registrants:

was registered by Amanda DeYoung and Robyn Gray, both consultants with Sussex Strategy Group to engage with government and provide input in respect to Ontario’s low-carbon hydrogen policy and increase support for the production of hydrogen becoming more affordable in Ontario.

 was registered by Jared Burke and Kenzie McKeegan, both consultants with Loyalist Public Affairs, to assist the client in their efforts to participate in prospective renewable energy procurement opportunities. As well, to inform the government on opportunities for expanding renewable energy use within Ontario's supply framework.

 was registered by Ramiro Mora, a consultant with CWell Consulting Inc. to raise awareness about 

 electricity initiatives generally, as well as arranging introductory meetings with opposition members. Additionally, to discuss Cobalt-60 as well as the health benefits of nuclear isotopes.

 was registered in-house by Teresa Sarkesian, their President and CEO. The primary goal of their registration was focused on the current and future role of Ontario’s local hydro utilities as the province manages the energy transition. With a newly released paper outlining our vision for the industry, the association will advocate for the policy and regulatory enablers that will allow utilities to pursue and support innovation and strategic grid investments in the customer interest, such as distributed energy resources (conservation, energy storage, renewable generation, etc.).

. was registered by Krystle Caputo, a consultant with ONpoint Strategy Group to explore opportunities for cross-promotion between the Bird Kingdom and the Niagara Parks Commission.

 was registered by Regan Watts, a consultant with Fratton Park Inc. to promote broader policy changes to increase waste diversion, recycling, food composting, anaerobic digestion, waste-to-energy, and adequate waste disposal capacity in Ontario. As well as the advancement of general policies to improve road and transportation infrastructure for transport vehicles, and support for policy and programs that improve vehicle and pedestrian safety. Lastly, the client also seeks to raise general awareness of policies that help reduce litter and waste in Ontario, and will provide general information to MPPs on policies that support job creation and investment in Ontario's waste management sector.

 was registered in-house by Tim Gray, their Executive Director, to advocate for the establishment of a deposit return program for all single use plastic bottles and aluminum cans and secure high recycled content requirements under the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act, cancellation of planned expansion of gas fired electricity production.

 were registered by Davin Shinedling and Michaela Johnson, both consultants with Jenni Byrne + Associates, to represent and advocate for the company through the transition to an extended producer responsibility model for recycling.

ENGIE Canada Inc. (formerly GDF SUEZ Canada Inc.), Hydromega Services Inc., Northland Power Inc., Enwave Energy Corporation, Shell Canada Ltd., Canadian Renewable Energy Association, Joint Electrical Promotion Plan,

The Ontario Dental Hygienists Association

 was registered by Amber Irwin, a consultant with The Capital Hill Group with the goal of socializing the Dental Hygiene profession to the Government. Dental Hygienists are important to an individual’s overall health and they will help advocate for the expanded accessibility of DH services for Ontarians so that everyone can receive appropriate oral care.

 was registered by Chad Rogers, a consultant with Crestview Strategy, with the goal of changing pension regulation to provide alternative determination of pension commuted values for jointly sponsored pension plans.

was registered by Chris Gray, a consultant with 3Sixty Public Affairs, with the goal of facilitating access to 

The Ontario Personal Support Workers Association (OPSWA)

 was registered by Emily-Jean Gallant and Lily Mesh, both consultants with Wellington Dupont Public Affairs. The goal of their registrations was to improve the professional status and increase the accountability of PSWs in Ontario by advocating the profession through meetings with MPPs and staff. This is done with the hope of amending certain policies to allow more people to have access to applying for and pursuing the profession in Ontario.

was registered by Kenzie McKeegan, a consultant with Loyalist Public Affairs to work with the government on a move forward basis on an open and inclusive regulatory regime for generic pharmaceuticals that continues to allow the industry to grow in the province. This includes providing input on potential changes to the Ontario Drug Benefit Act (ODBA) and Drug Interchangeability and Dispensing Fee Act (DIDFA) and accompanying regulations.

The Canadian Generic Pharmaceutical Association

 was registered by Kenzie McKeegan, a consultant with Loyalist Public Affairs, to advocate to reduce the regulatory burden on cost-saving generic medicines that would allow the Ontario government, patients, and employers to achieve significant savings on prescription medication costs.

was registered in-house by Laura Syron, their President and CEO. The goal of their registration was to advocate for a number of issues, including; the implementation of a comprehensive provincial diabetes strategy based on the Diabetes 360 framework, providing public funding for advanced glucose monitoring systems such as Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM), providing increased funding for foot care services and supports to help treat diabetic foot ulcers and prevent amputations. Additionally, ensuring school boards have consistent policies to better protect and support kids with diabetes in Ontario schools., ensuring people with diabetes have access to the support and services they need to lead healthy lives and ensuring that people with diabetes are treated fairly through the Ministry of Transportation and Driver Improvement Office.

 was registered by Lily Mesh, a consultant with Wellington Dupont Public Affairs, to engage government stakeholders on the client’s medical breakthroughs and investing in research, development and medicine for therapies that will aim to improve the future of healthcare in Canada.

. was registered by Paul Monlezun, a consultant with PAA Advisory, to promote the development of Ontario's isotope industry through supporting the Ontario Nuclear Sector and related activities.

 was registered by Paul Monlezun, a consultant with PAA Advisory. As the major provider of medical sterilization services in Ontario, 

 and its subsidiaries need to share information with government officials regarding facilities, operations, trade issues, environmental issues and more. No specific policies or programs are of concern at this time.

: Association of Ontario Midwives, College of Naturopaths of Ontario, Intellijoint Surgical Inc, Ontario Chiropractic Association, Ontario Long Term Care Association, BWXT Medical, Coloplast Canada, Tay River Health Centre, Alliance of Community Medical and Rehabilitation Providers, Traditional Chinese Medicine Ontario, Canadian Institute for Advancements in Mental Health, Organon Canada Inc.,

The Indigenous Primary Health Care Council 

was registered by Krystle Caputo, a consultant with ONpoint Strategy Group to advocate for increased funding for community-governed comprehensive primary health care organizations.

OpenCircle National Advocacy Ltd. (formerly Merit National Open Shop Advocacy Ltd.)

 was registered in-house by Line Porfon, their CEO. The goal of these communications is to seek support for policies and budgets that reflect market realities, workforce development through micro-credentialing, economic sustainability, and growth. They are also specifically providing input on Ontario’s consultation on the development of a portable benefits program.

Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation 

was registered by Warren Kinsella, a consultant with Daisy Consulting Group to build relationships with the provincial government with regards to infrastructure projects, First Nations projects, economic development and trade, and gaming.

 was registered by Yaron Gersh, a consultant with The CCS Group, to seek out residential drug treatment and addiction funding from the Mental Health funding pot in the Ministry of Health.

was registered in-house by Ammar Al Joundi, their President and CEO, to raise awareness with government officials with respect to the Company's operations and development plans for mining projects in Ontario, including employment and training, opportunities and benefits for Indigenous peoples and local communities, and the Company’s consultation and environmental management programs.

 was registered in-house by Chris Hodgson, their president, to work on the implementation of Bill 71, Building More Mines Act.

 was registered by Clare Michaels, a consultant with Navigator Ltd. to provide support for the development of a graphite mine and the construction of a downstream processing facility to produce anode material for batteries, including electric vehicle batteries.

was registered in-house by Renaud Adams, their CEO, to provide communication with government officials with respect to permitting requests, approvals, First Nation consultation, government resource revenue sharing with Indigenous communities, and provision of electricity required for the development and operation of the Cote Gold Project.

 was registered by Robyn Gray, a consultant with Sussex Strategy Group, as the client is currently undertaking a major modernization of their Sault Ste. Marie facilities. Depending on the specific capital investments ultimately pursued, this may require changes to its infrastructure; input will be sought from the government pertaining to ongoing compliance of environmental permits and approvals.

 was registered by Yaron Gersh, a consultant with The CCS Group. The purpose of this registration was based on the client’s desire to change Ontario Regulation 524/98 - specifically, iv) the crushing or screening of aggregate, if the equipment is located below grade in a pit or quarry that is operated in accordance with a license or permit issued under the Aggregate Resources Act.

: Ring of Fire Metals Pty. Ltd., Volkswagen AG, Honda Canada Inc.

was registered by Carlo Oliviero, a consultant with Edelman Global Advisory, as the client is seeking funding on behalf of the Connected North program. 

 is a partner of this program which is managed by the not-for-profit, TakingITGlobal. The program delivers content and education to remote and indigenous communities across Canada.

 was registered by Claudia Gallant, Davin Shinedling, Michaela Johnson, and Sadaf Rostami, all consultants with Jenni Byrne + Associates. The goal of their registrations was to raise the client’s profile within the Government of Ontario. As well as raising awareness around current policies and programs across the government that hinder its ability to be a leader in the information technology space.

 was registered by Lily Mesh, a consultant with Wellington Dupont Public Affairs, to assist the client in their efforts to communicate with government officials about the company's objectives and how they can benefit Ontario's schools, colleges and universities as well as the public service.

. was registered by Takdeer Brar, a consultant with Crestview Strategy to engage directly with government officials to discuss the latest policies, programs, and initiatives specifically designed to foster the growth of Ontario's vital technology sector, ethical artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity and robotics industries, namely Ontario’s Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (AI) Framework.

 Intel of Canada, Ltd., Amazon Web Services Canada Inc., HCL Canada Inc.

The Canadian Transportation Equipment Association 

was registered in-house by Jean-Marc Picard, their General Manager, to discuss the ongoing implementation of Ontario Regulation 413/05: Vehicle Weights and Dimensions Reform - For Safe, Productive and Infrastructure-Friendly Vehicles (SPIF) under the Highway Traffic Act.

 was registered in-house by Keith Creel, their President, to discuss the application of Ontario's policies to railways.

 was registered by Kenneth Bossenkool, a consultant with Sidicus Consulting Ltd. The purpose of this registration was to advocate for improved freight transportation in Canada, by fostering a receptive policy environment towards the CN Milton Hub.

 was registered by Plamen Petkov, a consultant with Maple Leaf Strategies. The goal of the registration was to secure provincial support for the The Northern Road Link, which is a proposed 120-kilometer two-lane, all-season road that will connect with two other proposed roads: the Webequie Supply Road and the Marten Falls Community Access Road.

 was registered in-house by Suzanne Goldberg, their Director of Public Policy in Canada, to provide policy recommendations regarding design of programs to support, and removed barriers to electric vehicles and charging infrastructure uptake for passenger, fleet and transit vehicles. As well as policy recommendations regarding the integration of electric vehicles into Ontario’s electricity system, including systems planning, rates, demand response and managed charging. Lastly, to provide input on the EV charging industry, as well as the associated skills and training needed to support the sector.

 was registered in-house by Vince Accardi, their President to discuss a number of policy related matters, primarily, MTO Licensing, Safety and Accessibility, Regulations for motor coaches. Additionally, to discuss border crossing requirements for buses and seatbelts in buses. Additionally, to solicit financial support for members and for the tourist sector as a whole.

 Bell Textron Canada ltd., Carfax Canada, SpotHero, ParcelPal Technology Inc., Uber Canada, Inc., Robar Centre for Transport Training Inc.

Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association, LiUNA ODPC, Miller Paving, Ontario Road Builders' Association, Carpenters’ District Council of Ontario, International Union of Painters and Allied Trades Canada (IUPAT Canada), The Ontario Pipe Trades Council (OPTC), Magna International, Inc., Co-operative Housing Federation of Canada, Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association, Residential and Civil Construction Alliance of Ontario, Ontario Public School Boards' Association, Veyron Inc., Greater Toronto Hotel Association, Mastercard Canada, Libro Credit Union, The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, Association of Equipment Manufacturers, Kidde Canada Inc., Black Diamond Group, Toronto and Area Road Builders Association, Computer Animation Studios of Ontario (CASO), Storm Services, Insurance Bureau of Canada, Progressive Contractors Association of Canada, The Schad Foundation, American Express Canada, Ontario Catholic School Trustees' Association, BGC Canada (formerly Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada), Emergency Services Steering Committee (ESSC), Hanson International Education & Employment Services Ltd., Ontario Library Association, Columbia International College, Little Warriors, Bilt Services Inc., CAA Insurance Company, Ski Snow Valley, Charity Gaming Ontario, Scientific Games International Inc., Border City Athletic Club, Registered Massage Therapists Association of Ontario, Mount St. Louis Moonstone (MSLM), YMCA of Greater Toronto, Alliance for Healthier Communities, Markinch Consulting Inc., Canadian Beverage Association, Cambrian College, Accenture Inc., Gap Inc., Institute of Canadian Agencies, Trans Union of Canada, Inc., Project Learning Tree Canada, Red Bull Canada, Hanson International Education & Employment Services Ltd., Halton Region, Ed2Careers, Gartner Inc., Primerica Financial Services (Canada) Ltd., Insurance Brokers Association of Ontario, Take a Hike Foundation, Life Sciences Ontario, License Plates of Texas, LLC (dba My Plates), Sheridan College, IDENTOS Inc, Ontario SPCA, Portage Ontario, Lakehead University, Fédération des caisses Desjardins du Québec, Association des conseils scolaires des écoles publiques de l'Ontario, Town of Saugeen Shores, Bond Head Properties Inc. / Metrus Properties, Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters, Teranet Inc., Ontario Nonprofit Network, BMO Financial Group, Lafarge Canada Inc., Border City Athletic Club, Telesat Canada, Civiconnect Youth Community Engagement Organization, Edge Factor Inc., Aga Khan Foundation Canada/Fondation Aga Khan Canada, Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc., Society Of Professional Engineers and Associates, The BUSY Group, Triple P Parenting Canada Inc., SmartCentres REIT, Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Board, Convenience Industry Council of Canada, Council of Canadian Innovators

A list of new, renewed and amended registrations with the Office of the Integrity Commissioner.

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