What are some examples of gifts given or promised “under the protocol or social obligations that normally accompany the duties or responsibilities of office of the public office holder”?

  • A token of gratitude or courtesy when a public office holder has an official function such as keynote speaker, moderator, or ribbon-cutter.
  • A gift offered by a lobbyist as a token of gratitude or courtesy when a public office holder does not have an official role at the event but attendance of the public office holder is generally part of their duties (for example, where an MLA attends an event in their constituency, such as the opening ceremonies of a public event or a charity fundraiser).
  • A gift offered to a public office holder attending an event, meeting, conference, or other function in an official capacity, whether or not the public office holder has an active role, if given by a lobbyist representing a cultural or social group that traditionally offers gifts to express gratitude or commemorate an occasion.