Kamal Aboulmagd

 was the most registered organization, with four unique registrations. They were followed by 

who each had three unique registrations made on their behalf.

led all registrant groups, with 13 unique registrations. 

followed with nine unique registrations. They were followed by 

who had eight unique registrations. Next, 

From June 29 to July 5, Christopher Froggatt from 

led all lobbyists with 11 unique registrations. He was followed by Nicholas Pozhke from 

who had eight unique registrations. Next up was David Morgado from 

who had seven unique registrations. After that, Felix Wong of 

 each had six unique registrations. Next, Stefani Vukmanovic from

The Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers 

was registered by Michael Keegan, a consultant with Michael Keegan & Associates, primarily to discuss the client’s goal to advance proposals in red tape reduction legislation, specifically with regard to septic regulations. This is motivated by the client’s members in the Leamington area that have been growing more than 6 per cent per year for many years. This growth, while good for the economy and the business in the region, has put a strain on existing infrastructure with the potential to exacerbate phosphorus challenges in Lake Erie, according to the group, which is seeking to work on options for supporting sanitary sewer infrastructure upgrades in partnership with the municipality and the industry. The goal is to develop options for infrastructure support within existing programs as well as potential innovations around public/private options. In addition, the group is working to put forward proposals around risk management program development to support growth and investment in the sector.

 was registered by Christopher Froggatt, a consultant with Loyalist Public Affairs, to represent the views of Ontario’s wine industry on various pieces of legislation, regulation and policy. This includes: the government’s plans to expand the sale of beer and wine to more retail locations; the impact of COVID-19 on the wine, tourism, and hospitality industries, measures the government is taking to mitigate this impact the Wine Content and Labelling Act; the rules governing the sale of wine though all channels including wine stores, grocery, restaurants/bars and the LCBO; and the trade issues involving wine including with WTO (World Trade Organization) and United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).

The Ontario Commercial Fisheries' Association

 was registered in-house by Vito Figliomeni, their executive director. The goal of their lobbying was to see that fish is treated like a 'food' and therefore able to access programs that are available to the broader agri-food industry Modernization of the Licensing and Reporting system for the commercial fishery.

Additionally, the association wants to address impediments to the commercial fishing industry (e.g. invasive species), as well as promote better understanding of the commercial fishing industry and its importance, the background and focus will be on improving the image of the commercial fishery, what it does, its economic importance and sustainability focus.

Furthermore, the association wants to discuss with the Ministry of Natural Resources & Forestry regarding National Marine Conservation Areas and their impacts on the provincial commercial fishery, through promotion of fisheries sustainability from a scientific perspective with a focus on awareness of Marine Stewardship Council certification of Lake Erie yellow perch and walleye and address issues that surfaced during the recertification.

 Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association, Association of Canadian Distillers/Spirits Canada, Sun-Brite Foods Inc, Ontario Produce Marketing Association, U.S. Grains Council, The Ontario Greenhouse Alliance, Thunder Bay Pulp and Paper Inc., Dairy Farmers of Ontario

In recent arts/culture/copyright registrants:

 was registered by Jonathan Duschinsky, a consultant with Jon Duschinsky Inc. with the primary objective of soliciting support for the reimagined and expanded Royal George Theatre and festival Theatre Campus, including worker housing, training spaces and community education facilities. Additionally, the festival sought support for arts and culture programming for the benefit of local schools, universities, colleges, and the broader community, as well as discussing the creation of a new Embedded Artists program to train and grow the next generation of Canadian artisans, tradespeople and artists.

was registered by Amir Remtulla, a consultant with Amir Remtulla Inc. with the goal of securing funds through the Province’s Marquee Events Grant. Requesting funds which will be shared with all three host port cities/towns to pay for the tall ships appearance fees and pilotage required to bring foreign vessels into the Great Lakes.

was registered by Marco Bianchi, Fraser Macdonald, and Aidan Grove-White, all consultants with StrategyCorp Inc. The goal of their registrations was to request meetings with government officials to educate them on how the client can contribute to Ontario increasing its housing supply.

was registered by Dan Mader, 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. Additionally, Minto wants to provide communication related to the Provincial Policy Statement and planning as it relates to housing stock, land supply, and infrastructure required to enable housing.

 was registered by David Morgado, a consultant with ONpoint Strategy Group with the goal of demonstrating the economic and social benefits of the proposed development located at 2765 Towline Road, Pickering, and 2333 Cassell Dr., Hillsdale, and Part Lot 7, Concession 3, Town of Markham, and work with public office holders to move projects forward in a timely manner.

 Diamond Corp, Mattamy Homes Canada, 1384341 Ontario Ltd. (operating as Cavanagh Developments)., Nuvo Built Inc., ARGO Development Corporation, Fieldgate Land Development Limited, Prologis, L.P, Parkbridge Lifestyle Communities Inc., Profile Developments, River Valley Developments, 2239126 Ontario Limited, South Georgetown Landowners Group, Alibaba Group Holding Limited

In recent energy/environment/climate registrants:

was registered in-house by Avik Dey, their president and CEO. The goal of their registration was mainly to advocate for a workable and resilient framework for long-term energy planning and competitive procurement in Ontario, with relation to ERO# 019-3007. This may require modifications to the Electricity Act and Ontario Energy Board Act, among other enabling legislation. An additional target of their advocacy efforts was regarding proposed legislative amendments to reduce regulatory barriers for geologic carbon storage in Ontario, specifically: ERO # 019-4770, ERO # 019-6296, and Bill 46, Less Red Tape, Stronger Ontario Act which include proposed modifications to the Oil, Gas and Salt Resources Act and Mining Act.

was registered in-house by David Lebeter, their president and CEO with the purpose of seeking regulatory approval in support of electricity affordability, transmission and distribution development, innovation, conservation and demand management, the energy transition, specifically Powering Ontario's Growth and the Electrification and Energy Transition Panel, and Hydro One’s role in Ontario’s economic development.

 was registered by Gordon Rymal Smith, a consultant with CHange Energy Engineering Inc. as well as by Bob Oliver, a consultant with Tech-K.O., Inc. H2GO wants to encourage the Government of Ontario to support the strategic development of hydrogen infrastructure through appropriate investments, regulations, education and capacity-building, as well as seek a contract for financial support to conduct assessment of hydrogen systems.

Canadian Council for Sustainable Aviation Fuels, IGPC Ethanol Inc., Renewable Industries Canada, Xeneca Power Development Inc., Raven & Thunderbird Energy, Ltd., Waste Management of Canada Corporation, Alectra Inc., Suncor Energy

The Canadian Generic Pharmaceutical Association

 was registered in-house by James Keon, their president, with the goal of discussing Ontario Drug Benefit Act (ODBA) and Drug Interchangeability and Dispensing Fee Act (DIDFA) Regulations. As well, the association wants to conduct meetings regarding general health and prescription drug policy, pan-Canadian Pharmaceutical Alliance (pCPA), research and development/industry investments, national pharmacare, drug plan design, access to affordable medicines, appropriate prescribing and pharmaceutical intellectual property provisions of international trade negotiations/agreements. Their lobbying goals are to promote greater use of cost-saving generic and biosimilar prescription medicines and to help establish a more stable, predictable business environment for the research, development, manufacture and sale of generic and biosimilar pharmaceutical products in Ontario.

 was registered by Jim Karygiannis, a consultant with GTA Strategies, to address OHIP’s desire to change policy for pain care. They will be lobbying the MPPs for this change not to happen as well as Ministers offices and OHIP directly.

 was registered by Stefani Vukmanovic, a consultant with Rubicon Strategy Inc. Their lobbying efforts will include engaging with Ministers and Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs) to inform them of 

 software solutions, and how they are currently working with the Quebec government. They will also discuss how 

 software solutions can reduce wait times and enhance patient care in Ontario, and encourage the government to partner with the client in these efforts.

: Tay River Health Centre, Radiant Care [Formerly: Pleasant Manor Retirement Village and Tabor Manor, Nordion, Ontario Medical Association Section on Chronic Pain, Traditional Chinese Medicine Ontario, S. C. Johnson & Son, Ltd., Twig Fertility, Innovative Medicines Canada (Médicaments novateurs Canada), Janssen Inc., Ontario Association of Optometrists, Hoffmann-La Roche Limited, Speech-Language & Audiology Canada, Mylan Pharmaceuticals ULC, Novari Health, Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan

was registered by Mark Holmes, a consultant with Marlyn Consulting, to assist in acquiring government and private sector funding for expanding and greening of manufacturing processes, improve domestic supply chain and support Ontario's critical minerals strategy

 was registered by David Morgado, a consultant with ONpoint Strategy Group to liaise with the provincial government on behalf of the company to understand the impact the mining sector may have on Triple M property Highway 101, Timmins.

 was registered in-house by Alfredo Santana, their interim CEO and COO. The purpose of their registration was to provide their company's context and observations on the mining industry in Ontario, their company's operations in Sudbury, Port Colborne and Toronto Base Metals Headquarters. Additionally, Vale plans on engaging the Government of Ontario as well as the respective Ministerial offices in respect to implementing Ontario's Critical Mineral Strategy as well as the ongoing development of the electric vehicle supply chain development that is underway. Discussion topics will include the potential for multi-party, multi-stakeholder funding for initiatives or projects related to the EV supply chain and critical mineral policy framework.

: Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Inc., Hazelett Castechnology ULC, International Union of Operating Engineers Local 793, Operative Plasterers', Cement Masons', and Restoration Steeplejacks' International Association Local 598,Goodyear Canada Inc., Koch Companies Public Sector, LLC

was registered by Andrew Steele, John Penner, Marco Violo, and Matt Conley, all consultants with StrategyCorp Inc. to engage the government to discuss technical aspects of privacy and consumer protection legislations as it relates to compliance for opting into the federal Open-Banking framework.

 was registered by Alex Chreston and Nicholas Pozhke, both consultants with Crestview Strategy to keep 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.

was registered by Jim Karygiannis, a consultant with GTA Strategies, to assist the client to get their motor vehicle inspection Stations (MVIS) Renewal license.

 was registered by Mitch Heimpel, a consultant with Enterprise Canada, to gain information on potential new programs relevant to fleet electrification, as well as to inform the government of Ontario on new delivery solutions in larger urban areas across the province.

Molson Canada 2005, Talisker Corporation, AccertaClaim Servicorp Inc., Oliver Solutions, Alpha College of Business and Technology, FanDuel Canada ULC, New Haven Learning Centre, SBG - Skill Based Games Inc., The Stars Group/TSG Interactive Services, Toronto Regional Real Estate Board, Alinea Group Holdings Inc., Bioindustrial Innovation Canada, Cytec Canada Inc., The Construction Employers Coordinating Council of Ontario (CECCO), The Provincial Building and Construction Trades Council of Ontario, City of Timmins, Toronto Business Development Center, College of Veterinarians of Ontario, Intact Financial Corporation, University Pension Plan, International Institute for Sustainable Development, Mr Fernando Cheung, Watco Companies LLC, Afterpay Ltd., Lyft Canada Inc., Therme Group RHTG AG, Progressive Contractors Association of Canada, OCAD University, BASF Canada Inc., University of Guelph, Canadian Federation of Independent Business, Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology, Empowered Kids Ontario, Ontario Trial Lawyers Association, Restaurants Canada, Brock University, AdvantAge Ontario (formerly Ontario Association of Non-Profit Homes and Services for Seniors), Laurentian University of Sudbury, Police Association of Ontario, CAA Insurance Company, Private Motor Truck Council Of Canada, National Association of Career Colleges, Cookin Inc, York University, Scotiabank, Council of Ontario Universities, FP Canada

Since June 29, Symcor Inc. was the most registered organization, with four unique registrations.

Who's Lobbying for Whom: Symcor Inc. atop of the lobbyist ledger

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