Not all communications with public office holders qualify as “lobbying activity” under the LTA. Here are some types of communications with public office holders that are NOT lobbying: 

• Requesting or receiving information 
• A standard application for government funding 
• A standard application for a permit 
• Submitting a bid in response to a request for proposals (RFP) 
• A labour negotiation with government bodies through established labour negotiation processes 
• Negotiation of a contract to deliver services on behalf of the government through established procurement processes 
• Letters of congratulations (if no lobbying content)