The Canadian lobbying regime works as intended, but there’s always room for improvement

My recommendations for improving the Lobbying Act are based on values aimed at increasing transparency, fairness, efficiency, and clarity.

Unsurprisingly, the subject of health dominated in the early months of 2020 as the government grappled with its response to the pandemic. As the focus turned to reopening strategies, economic development became the top subject reported in the registry, writes Lobbying Commissioner Nancy Bélanger. Pexels photograph by August de Richelieu

Opinion

BY NANCY BELANGER

January 20, 2021

Canadians deserve to know who is communicating with their federal officials and expect that lobbying activities be conducted in an ethical manner. A global pandemic is no exception. Profoundly affected by change and uncertainty brought on by a global pandemic, businesses in various industry sectors...

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