Kamal Aboulmagd

Provincial lobbying in Ontario last week was mostly dominated by the health field with 20 per cent of all lobbying registrations coming from that sector.

Red Bull Canada, Surety Association of Canada, Natural Burial Association, 

had the most registrations made on their behalf, with 3 unique registrations each. 

VinFast Auto Canada Inc., Ontario Professional Planners Institute, Association of Snow and Ice Control 

all had two unique registrations each. All remaining organizations had only 1 registration made on their behalf.

led all registrant groups with 13 registrations. 

Wellington Advocacy, Sussex Strategy Group, Loyalist Public Affairs, 

Temple Scott Associates, Stosic and Associates, Pathway Group Inc., Navigator Ltd., Mossop Media/JFM Productions Inc., MCR Public Affairs, McMillan Vantage, Daisy Consulting Group, Capital Hill Group, Campbell Strategies Inc, 

 led all lobbyists in registrations, with four unique registrations. Benjamin Menka of 

was registered by Ben Levitt of Stoic and Associates for the purpose of communicating to the government the harmful effects of any potential ban on flavored vaping products.

was registered by Jan O’Driscoll of Rubicon Strategy to provide assistance with government relations and communications for 

 development of future sites of operations. Additionally, to educate the government about 

 operations and opportunities in the agricultural fertilizer industry and farming sector.

 was registered in-house by its President and CEO, John Boynton. The goal of the lobbying effort was to work with the government on the expansion of retail access of wine and beer into corner stores, big box stores and grocery stores as well as discuss the impacts of Covid-19 on the sector. Their goal is to ensure that the expansion is done in a way that allows the domestic grape and wine industry to continue their history of growth.

was registered in-house by its president Marcelo Michaelis for a myriad of regulatory related lobbying activities. First, to discuss regulations affecting the retail sale of beverage alcohol. Ensuring cost effective retail system that provides fair and equitable retail access for brewers. Additionally, regulations concerning the warehousing and distribution of beverage alcohol. Ensuring such policies and regulations will provide a level playing field for all brewers. As well as monitoring and participating in consultation processes related to regulatory changes under the Liquor Licence Act and the Alcohol and Gaming Regulation and Public Protection Act to ensure that regulatory changes are enacted in a manner that minimizes the cost and operational impacts on Beer Canada member companies.

 Saputo Inc., Paper & Paperboard Packaging Environmental Council

In recent arts/culture/copyright registrants:

 registered on their behalf to ensure that the Ontario government's policies, including and in respect of the Ontario Production Services Tax Credit and the Ontario Computer Animation & Special Effects Tax Credit, will encourage the development of film and television production and distribution in Ontario. They also worked to ensure the appropriate application of government policies and programs related to the use of electronic logging devices and commercial transportation hours of service rules for the film/audio-visual sector in Ontario.

In recent energy/environment/climate registrants:

was registered by Faria Amin, a consultant with Sussex Strategy Group with the intention of assisting the client in staying involved in the broader development of the province's energy planning. The intended result of communications with Ontario public office holders is to assist 

 in its advocacy to the government regarding 

 district energy system and its deep lake water cooling technology, and how these can be optimized.

 was registered in-house by its President and CEO, Kathy Abusow to discuss what they view as an antiquated policy that requires paper products to be FSC-certified. 

 feels that all Canadian-recognized sustainable forestry certifications (SFI, FSC and CSA) should be accepted equally in government procurement.

Kelly Mitchell, a consultant with KW Mitchell Consulting Services Inc. registered on behalf of 

with the purpose of discussing with the Ontario government the possibility of procuring electric school buses first in the Ottawa area and then across Ontario where they would be most appropriate.

The Greenbelt Foundation, Power Workers Union

was registered in-house by Anthony Dale, its president and CEO. The goal of the lobbying was to monitor the following regulations to assess any amendments and their impact on the hospital and wider health care sector: any proposed regulations under the Public Hospitals Act; proposed regulations or directives under the Broader Public Sector Accountability Act; proposed regulations under the Local Health System Integration Act; any regulations under the Personal Health Information Protection Act; any regulations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act; regulations under the Smoke-Free Ontario Act; regulations under Regulated Health Professions Act; regulations under Public Sector Labour Relations Transition Act; The People's Health Care Act.

Ontario Association of Osteopathic Manual Practitioners 

was registered by Will Robertson, a consultant with StrategyCorp Inc. with the purpose of seeking recognition for osteopathic manual practitioners as a regulated health profession under the Health and Supportive Care Providers Oversight Authority.

Donald Gracey, a consultant with CG Management and Communications Inc. registered on behalf of the 

to discuss regulations under Rowan's Law to include specific references to Certified Athletic Therapists. Additionally, meetings were held in regards to ensure Athletic Therapists are included in regulations, guidelines, etc. relating to the clinical management of concussions.

was registered in-house by its General Manager Eric Tse as the client is interested policies, laws and regulations that impact Ontario's economy, the healthcare system, providers and patients, and its leading hospitals, universities and the broader life sciences sector. Specifically, The Exceptional Access Program, and Catastrophic Drug Coverage and the role of Trillium Drug Programs, The current Product Listing Agreement (PLA) policy framework overseen by the Ontario Public Drug Program, The Rare Disease Implementation Plan, Ontario's Mental Health Plan, The Transparent Drug System for Patients Act, Ontario MoH deliberations on appropriate use of biosimilars, The pan-Canadian Pricing Alliance (pCPA) for innovative pharmaceutical products, and other health system policies arising from the work of the Council of the Federation.

Fraser Macdonald, a consultant with StrategyCorp inc. registered on behalf of the 

Ontario Retirement Communities Association 

to engage in lobbying activities with respect to legislative proposals and amendments, bills, regulations and regulatory amendments, and policies/programs that impact Ontario’s retirement communities, with the goal of putting seniors, their families, and staff first through operational excellence in the sector.

 was registered by Karl Baldauf, a consultant with McMillan Vantage 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, policy changes stemming from Medical Assistance in Dying.

Kerry Allerton, a consultant with 3Sixty Public Affairs registered on behalf of 

 to organize a breakfast event at Queen's Park in the context of lung cancer awareness month. The goal is to sensitize members of the Ontario government on the burden of lung cancer, the need for enhanced lung cancer screening programs and the need for timely access to quality care and treatments.

was registered in-house by its President, Todd Bruce to discuss and promote the use of health care buildings they own or plan to build to house health care services and to seek support in discussions and negotiation with the local officials for the development of the lands 

: Novo Nordisk Canada Inc., The Ontario Long Term Care Association, Hospice Palliative Care Ontario, Merck Canada Inc., LifeLabs, Hope Air, Conceivable Dreams, Ontario Long Term Care Clinicians, Scleroderma Society of Ontario

Chris Holz, a consultant with Campbell Strategies registered on behalf of 

with the purpose of briefing decision makers and exploring policy solutions that would address the teacher shortage challenge in remote First Nations communities in Ontario.

Alan Young, a consultant with TACTIX Government Relations and Public Affairs Inc. registered on behalf of 

with the express purpose of monitoring policy decisions, potential regulations and legislation regarding the automotive sector in Ontario, including in the areas of transportation, environment, industrial policy, trade, and employment.

was registered by Carlo Oliviero, a consultant with Edelman Global Advisory. The goal was mainly to have general discussions of 

 products including aggregate, emulsion, binders and asphalt and concrete mixes. Informing government officials on 

 sustainable engineering practices, low carbon footprint solutions, and operations in the province. Advocating for best practices in technological and ecological processes for infrastructure projects.

The Mechanical Contractors Association of Ontario 

was registered in-house by Jeffrey Spitzig, its executive Vice President. The goal was to host a variety of discussions pertaining to a number of topics including, licensing of mechanical contractors, the Construction Lien Act, specifically they are seeking an amendment regarding prompt payments. Additionally, 

discussed the Ontario College of Trades and Apprentices Act, and wanting to participate in the Dean Review, as well as moving towards more efficient/effective operation of the College.

Said Baig and John Matheson, both consultants with StrategyCorp Inc. registered on behalf of the 

with the explicit goal of advancing measures to support the role of professional planners in the Province of Ontario including a stronger regulatory oversight framework, enhanced use of delegation and other measures to streamline and improve the planning process.

: VinFast Auto Canada Inc., Wabi Iron & Steel Corp, Joint Electrical Promotion Plan

was registered by Benjamin Menka, a consultant with the Capital Hill Group to assist the client with their government procurement process for the government's IT solutions.

Daniel Pascucci, a consultant with Rubicon Strategy registered on behalf of 

to assist in forming a strategic partnership for 

 with the provincial government to advance Canada’s telecommunications networks. As well, to promote Dell Technologies activities in Canada, including work in 5G, 6G, cyber security and Artificial Intelligence.

Rycom, Cadillac Fairview, Surety Association of Canada, Landlab Inc, Arch Capital Corporation, Waste Management of Canada Corporation, Red Bull Canada, New Haven Learning Centre, Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario, New Haven Learning Centre, Canadian Niagara Hotels Inc., Triple P Parenting Canada Inc., Natural Burial Association, Avenue 7 Developments Inc., Kawartha Downs & Speedway, Canadian Franchise Association, Association of Snow and Ice Control, York University, Red Bull Canada, Surety Association of Canada, LiUNA Pension Fund of Central and Eastern Canada, Algonquin Park Residents Association, Metro Supply Chain Inc., Investment Industry Association of Canada, FlexLifeHomes, Appraisal Institute of Canada, Association des directions et des directions adjointes des écoles franco-ontariennes, Assaulted Women’s Helpline, 7-Eleven, Inc., PR Development LP, Mattamy Homes Canada, Waste Connections of Canada

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

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