Kamal Aboulmagd

In the last week, the first full one since the legislature adjourned, health care registrations made up 20 per cent of all filings.

was the most registered organization, with four filings made on their behalf.

led all registrant groups, with eight unique registrations. 

followed with seven registrations. They were followed by 

, which each had four registrations. Finally, 

led all lobbyists with eight registrations. He was followed by David Angus of 

, who had four unique registrations. Lastly, Yaron Gersh of 

was registered in-house by its General Manager, Cathy Lennon, to discuss Bill 156, Security from Trespass and Protecting Food Safety Act, 2019. Specifically, their goal was to discuss special interest groups who have been vocal opponents to Bill 156, suggesting the legislation will somehow hide how Ontario farm families produce food for Ontarians. The 

argues that this is not the case. They intend to show their support for this bill and its intent to protect farms, our families and the safety of our food chain by addressing the ongoing threat of unwanted trespassing and activists who think it is their right to disrupt our farms and the safety of our food chain.

was registered by Peter Van Loan, a consultant with Aird & Berlis to discuss the Planning Act and Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Specifically, interpretations and applications to facilitate the development of the client’s lands, including with respect to municipal comprehensive review of The Waterloo Region Official Plan pursuant to section 26 of the Planning Act, including with respect to impact of Bill 150.

South Georgetown Landowners Group, Branthaven, Argo Development Corporation, Pratt Development Inc., RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust, Cedar City Developments

In recent energy/environment/climate registrants:

was registered by Chris Benedetti, a consultant with Sussex Strategy Group to advise the government on matters pertaining to the development of energy resources in Ontario.

was registered by Bonnie Hiltz, a consultant with Sussex Strategy Group to engage government on evolving electricity needs and how the province plans to meet growing needs with additional resources, as outlined in Ontario's Powering Ontario's Growth report. Specifically, the company is interested in the IESO's Resource Adequacy Strategy and Annual Planning Outlooks and how 

new and existing portfolio might be optimized to serve Ontario ratepayers.

 was registered by Phil von Finckenstein and Plamen Petkov, both consultants with Maple Leaf Strategies, as well as Carys Baker, a consultant with Sussex Strategy Group. All of them worked towards the unified goal of engaging in the policy development process by providing information on gas supply/demand forecasts and safe operations of critical infrastructure, short and long-term price projections, capital expansion projects, natural gas, liquids, renewable, and transmission. Additionally, to provide an overview of the energy conservation programs for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. As well, to discuss the current activities related to the development and implementation of government commitment to expand natural gas access including opportunities for economic development.

GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy Americas LLC, Association of Architectural Technologists of Ontario

was registered by David Angus, a consultant with The Capital Hill Group Inc. as well as Aaron Scheewe, a consultant with Santis Health to work with ministers to ensure continuation of the Fluzone High-Dose Influenza Vaccine program with expanded availability at pharmacies in order to mitigate the flu’s impact on hallway healthcare and to ensure that every senior has the best standard of care to stay healthy and out of the hospital.

was registered by Michael McCarthy and Francesa Grosso, both consultants at Grosso McCarthy Inc. to assist the client in navigating prospective opportunities in the Ministry of Health to support their business development strategy in Ontario.

 was registered by Heena Kapoor, a consultant with Temple Scott Associates Inc. to arrange meetings with Government Officials, Ministers and MPPs to discuss 

 products, specifically Extracorporeal Photopheresis (ECP), and how it can be used to treat patients with Scleroderma in Ontario by being added to the Ontario Formulary.

Christian von Donat, a consultant with Impact Public Affairs Inc. registered on behalf of the 

Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science 

with the goal of speaking to government officials about the profession of Medical Laboratory Technologists and Assistants. Particularly, to address ongoing concerns towards employment shortages, wages, educational supports, and regulation of the profession. Discussing the regulation of Medical Laboratory Assistants to address above concerns.

 was registered in-house by its CEO Timothy Smith for a myriad of advocacy efforts. For senior care advocacy, their goal is to increase investment in the continuum of care to improve seniors care (home care, long-term care, community care, palliative care) and support for caregivers. For pharmacare, to devise a national pharmaceutical strategy to ensure access to safe, effective and affordable prescription medication. In regards to mental health, the client would like to see increased investment by governments to improve programs and services for mental health, including engaging Ontario on the creation of a Canada Mental Health transfer and improving access to mental health services.

was registered in-house by its General Manager Sridhar Venkatesh to have meaningful input regarding legislative or regulatory proposals related to pharmaceutical drug policy (including vaccines) in Ontario that may have an impact on the client, and/or the growth and sustainability of the life sciences industry in Ontario, health system sustainability and transparency, and/or or patients' access to innovative medications in Ontario. Particularly, they would like to provide input and recommendations on Bill 160, the Strengthening Quality and Accountability for Patients Act, 2017.

Heart to Heart First Aid CPR Services Inc

 was registered in-house by Nick Rondinelli, their owner. The goal of this registration was to offer their "Peer Support Responder" training program to all populations who are most at risk for opioid-related deaths. This includes Downtown Toronto East and our Northern Indigenous communities.

: Clearpoint Health Network, Voyce, Inc., Guardant Health Inc., Vertex Pharmaceuticals (Canada) Inc., Sanofi, The Heritage Nursing Home, Toronto Children's Care Inc dba RMHC Toronto, AbbVie Corporation, Sandoz Canada Inc., PointClickCare

United Chiefs and Councils of Mnidoo Mnising 

was registered by Shawn Berezin and Yaron Gersh, both consultants with The CCS Group to assist the client in settling its 1990 land claim, regarding the land that is located in Manitoulin Island. Additionally, the client is seeking funding for a new drug treatment program for individuals aged 13-19.

Yaron Gersh, a consultant with The CCS Group, registered on behalf of 

 to assist them in their efforts to seek funding for mental health, nursing, digital health, and children’s programs. Additionally, funding is needed to support the expansion of the existing women’s shelter, as well as for a new administrative building.

was registered by Michael Smith and Ian Michael, both consultants with Bennet Jones LLP, as well as in-house by Oliver Blume, their CEO. The goal of these registrations was to assist with investigation of contributions, financial benefits, and/or programs that may be provided with respect to the development of a manufacturing plant, supporting infrastructure and utilities, labour pool, labour training, and raw material supply

 was registered by Tristan Downe Dewdney, a consultant with Downe Dewdney Consulting Services. The purpose of the registration was to assist the client in their efforts to find support for the use of volumetric steel modular buildings as a solution for general housing supply, and affordable housing supply needs. This includes seeking policy support for as-of-right designs, building code support, and programs that would support new economic investments in expanded manufacturing capacity in Ontario.

 was registered by Vince Amodeo and Isaac Crawford-Ritchie, both consultants with Global Public Affairs Inc. The goal of their joint registration was to facilitate meetings and discussions on the following key policy areas: climate change, innovation, emissions reduction efforts, carbon pricing and standards for industry. Issues around competitiveness for energy intensive and trade exposed sectors. Additionally, to provide input and insights on issues around carbon leakage and the adoption of border carbon adjustments, as well issues around waste management, thermal energy, aggregates and mining modernization The intended outcome is to monitor and give input to these policy areas and keep an active dialogue with Ministers' Offices and public sector officials.

: Tropos Technologies Inc. d/b/a Tropos Motors, Toyota Canada Inc., 3M Canada Company,

was registered by David Angus, a consultant with The Capital Hill Group Inc. with the goal of engaging and participating in Ontario Government projects and initiatives related to 

Ryan Cole and Alexandra Rodgers, both consultants with Policy Concepts Inc. registered on behalf of 

with the goal of facilitating discussions with officials related to Ontario’s technology sector, and ways to harness Ontario solutions to better promote and support the Government’s Digital and Data Strategy and digital first agenda.

was registered by Laryssa Hetmanczuk, a consultant with GT and Company to discuss and help inform the government about current industry demands and best practices for app-based work, as the government moves forward with legislation to support workers in Ontario.

ThinkOn Inc., Airbnb Canada Inc., Proofpoint Inc,

was registered by Noah Mondrow, a consultant with Impact Public Affairs to discuss a number of issues related to Electronic Log Devices, MTO Licensing, Safety and Accessibility, Deregulations and other regulations for motor coaches. In particular, the government is proposing changes, and 

 is responding to their consultation, and regulatory process.

 were registered in-house by David Adams, their President. The goal of the registration was to discuss new waste management legislation that would seek to impose additional costs onto manufacturers and first importers. Their stated goal would be to have waste management/reduction in Ontario focus on environmental outcomes as opposed to utilizing specific tools such as Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) or Individual Producer Responsibility (IPR).

was registered in-house by President Michael Keroullé to advocate for provincial investment, public transit initiatives, innovation and sustainability mobility solutions across Ontario. Additionally, to secure funding for transit projects that will serve Ontario’s travelling public, urban development, economic development and job creation.

The Investment Funds Institute of Canada, Ontario Undergraduate Student Alliance, CNIB Foundation, Mortgage Professionals Canada, The Schad Foundation, Edvance Christian Schools Association, Shelter Movers, Primerica Financial Services (Canada) Ltd., UPS Canada, Capital International Asset Management (Canada), Inc., Evacuscape Inc., Halton Region, Canadian Stimulus Group, Hullmark Asset Management, Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association, Cestar College, Guaranteed Funeral Deposits (GFD), Reliance Comfort Limited Partnership dba Reliance Home Comfort (“Reliance”), The City of Hamilton, Paletta International Corp., The Canadian Vaping Association, Accenture Inc., The Regional Municipality of Durham, Yorkville Education Company ULC, Di Poce Management Limited

Who's Lobbying for Whom: Health care leads the way in first full week of holiday break

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