If you are an individual who represents a business or financial interest and are communicating with a Member of Council or City Staff with the intent of influencing a decision on governmental matters outside of normal processes, including the development, introduction, passage, amendment or repeal of a by-law, motion, resolution or the outcome of a decision on any matter before Council, a Committee of Council, or a Ward Councillor or staff member acting under delegated authority, then you are required to register your activity with the Lobbyist Registry.

Lobbying is a legitimate activity that is part of an individual’s, group’s or company’s right to communicate with their elected officials and municipal staff. The purpose of the Registry is to provide accountability and transparency around lobbying activities that serve to benefit an individual or group of individuals with a business or financial interest.