Kamal Aboulmagd

A numbered corporation was the most named organization in new lobbying filings this past week.

was the most registered organization, with three unique registrations.

The companywas registered by Jonathan Ricci, Saad Baig, and Brian Teefy, all consultants with StrategyCorp Inc. The shared goal of their registrations was to advocate to the Government of Ontario and Provincial Members of Parliament, about the current fair market rent for 1000 Islington Avenue based on the current use of the property, a commercial retail plaza instead of potential industrial use where the encumbered hydro corridor can generate revenue. In addition, they want to provide an exemption to the policy to defer any significant rent increases to when the property transfers ownership.

 was registered this past week by Tasnia Khan, a consultant with Amir Remtulla Inc. to collaborate with and provide briefings for Ontario government officials on Therme Group’s $350 million private sector investment in Ontario Place.

led all registrant groups, with five unique registrations. 

were next with four unique registrations each.

From May 4 to 10, Christopher Froggatt of 

was registered in-house by John Boyton, their president and CEO. The goal of their registration 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.

In recent arts/culture/copyright registrants:

was registered in-house by Anita Gaffney, their executive director, to seek out operational funding grants, funding and tax credits for theatre production, and general infrastructure funding.

was registered by Nathan Scheewe, a consultant with The Capital Hill Group to assist the client 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.

Ontario Sustainable Home Improvement Coalition (OSHIC)

 was registered by Nicko Vavassis, a consultant with Earnscliffe Strategies, with the goal of sharing their insights on potential consumer and industry impacts associated with the government's proposal to eliminate notices of security interests from the land registry.

In recent energy/environment/climate registrants:

 was registered by Tim Smitheman and Daniel Pascucci, both consultants with Rubicon Strategy with the goal of seeking policies in support of electricity affordability, transmission and distribution development, innovation, the energy transition, specifically pathways to decarbonization and the electrification and energy transition panel, and Hydro One’s role in Ontario’s economic development.

was registered by Alia Mufti, a consultant with McMillan Vantage to ensure the Ontario Health Sector Payment Transparency Act Regulations implementation achieves the Act's goal of optimal disclosure obligations with process implementation that limits increase in regulatory burden.

 was registered by Bliss Baker, a consultant with Sussex Strategy Group to assist the client in participating in the Provincial Government's review of the laboratory funding structure and review out-of-province / out-of-country laboratory testing.

 was registered by Mike Ceci and Stephanie Gawur, both consultants with Santis Health. Their goal with their registrations was to engage and advocate to the Ontario government and continue to build stakeholder partnerships to highlight the need for improved access to cancer therapeutics in Ontario. Additionally, to encourage the provincial government to prioritize cancer in general but also cancer screening and addressing backlogs through additional resources, developed KPIs and metrics, and good governance. As well as to actively promote the value of the pharmaceutical industry for the Province's economic health and wellbeing, but more importantly for the health and wellbeing of its citizens and to propose solutions for integrated health care in Ontario.

was registered in-house by Donna Duncan, their CEO to ensure that long-term care homes - both today and in the future - can provide high-quality, resident-centric care within a sustainable operating model and meet the needs of Ontario's seniors.

was registered in-house by Andrea Seale, their CEO, to advocate for a number of different aspects of the general healthcare system as it affects those with cancer, such as advocating for an extension to job protected leave for people with cancer. Additionally, the development and implementation of measurable palliative care standards to ensure access to quality palliative care, including a plan for consistent data collection and to advocate that all provinces and territories adopt a comprehensive palliative care framework fully funded, monitored and evaluated with clear indicators. As well as advocating for increased access to early detection, diagnostics and drugs including universal access to take-home cancer drugs, government funded PSA tests when recommended by a physician, HPV screening, cancer screening programs, and work to reduce drug shortages.

: Closing The Gap Healthcare Group Inc., Landlab Inc, Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors, WELL Health Diagnostic Centres (previously MyHealth Centre), Biogen Canada Inc., Kenvue Canada Inc. (formerly Johnson & Johnson Inc.), Association of Ontario Midwives

was registered by Mustapha Khamissa, a consultant with Rubicon Strategy Inc. to educate and inform public office holders of the client’s services and involvement on infrastructure projects in Ontario, and providing solutions in materials and construction services, particularly in relation to the client’s ongoing work with Metrolinx on the Finch West LRT, as well as concerns around the viability of the cement industry in southern Ontario.

 was registered in-house by John McCluskey, their President and CEO. The goal of their registration was to promote their mining operations effects on economic development and job creation in Northern Ontario, as well as showcasing our advancement of mining innovation. As well as to advocate for clarification of existing policies and programs - Industrial Conservation Initiative (ICI), the Mining Tax Act, and the Emissions Performance Standards (EPS) program.

: Ontario Stone, Sand & Gravel Association, Agnico Eagle Mines Limited, Ring of Fire Metals Pty. Ltd.

 was registered by James Maunder, a consultant with PAA Advisory to assist the client’s efforts to engage Ministries and Ministers' Offices on 

 investment in Ontario, its job creation efforts, and speak about artificial intelligence policy issues to ensure Ontario adopts forward looking regulation that is interoperable with other jurisdictions globally.

was registered by Harvey Nightingale, a consultant with NightLine Corporate Communications Inc to advocate for the client’s goods and services to the government in an effort to get a procurement contract.

 was registered by Emily Kirk, a consultant with The Capital Hill Group to assist the client by helping them align their objectives with the objectives of the government and will help them develop relationships within government with those looking to reduce the province's GHG output.

was registered by Caroline Pinto, a consultant with Counsel Public Affairs Inc. to discuss possible legislation to address the theft of vehicle catalytic converters or theft of vehicles.

 was registered by Adam Yahn, a consultant with Summa Strategies Canada to advocate for continued support for infrastructure upgrades for Ontario's shortline railways.

The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, XIDCORP LIMITED, Ontario Society of Professional Engineers, Niagara College, Northern Ontario Tourist Outfitters Association (NOTO), Conduent, Inc. and its Affiliates, Workers' Action Centre, Assemblée de la francophonie de l'Ontario, Manulife, APAO Biogas Association, Premier Tech Ltée, Accenture Inc., Association of Independent Assessment Centres ("AIAC"), BCU Foundation, College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario, Curbo Inc. operating as Roam, DoorDash Inc., Gap Inc., Gartner Inc., Geoselec, GoFundMe, Insurance Bureau of Canada, MENST Corp., Mississaugas of the Credit Business LP, MST Rebar Inc., Nuvona Ltd., Ontario Catholic School Trustees' Association, Prologis, L.P, Redpath Sugar, Robert Graham, Society Of Professional Engineers and Associates, Speech-Language & Audiology Canada, Tridel Corporation, Uride, Worksite Safety Compliance Centre Inc.

Therme Group RHTG GmbH was registered this past week by Tasnia Khan, a consultant with Amir Remtulla Inc., to collaborate with and provide briefings for Ontario government officials on Therme Group’s $350 million private sector investment in Ontario Place.

Who's Lobbying for Whom: Therme registers to discuss Ontario Place plans

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