Lobbying Information
Subject Matters
- Aboriginal Affairs
- Economic Development
- Employment and Training
- Energy
- Environment
- Infrastructure
- International Trade
- Science and Technology
Subject Matter Details
Legislative Proposal, Bill or Resolution
- Providing input to certain government departments and agencies regarding Bills C-68 (An Act to amend the Fisheries Act and other Acts in consequence) and C-69 (An Act to enact the Impact Assessment Act and the Canadian Energy Regulator Act, to amend the Navigation Protection Act and to make consequential amendments to other Acts), with a focus on project review timelines and clarity on scope; may include discussions at CEPA-organized events.
- To discuss the value of Bill S-229, Underground Infrastructure Safety Enhancement Act, to public, worker and community safety (consultation with Alberta One-Call).
- To seek termination of a memorandum of understanding between the federal government and the Corporation, which will lead to the variation of Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity No. GC-30. National Energy Board Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. N-7)
Policies or Program
- Providing input to certain government departments and agencies (including the National Energy Board and Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency) at CEPA organized events, on pipeline-related matters. Includes discussing project review timelines (NEB), role of regulators in pipeline safety (NEB), opportunities for industry-wide safety improvements (NEB) and environmental regulation (CEAA).
- To discuss and seek government support for a potential electricity generating project, including but not limited to location and scope of project.
- To discuss and seek government support for planning, building and operating LNG pipelines in BC.
- To discuss skills development requirements for energy infrastructure projects.
- To discuss the status and implementation of the federal government's proposed greenhouse gas regulations.
- To seek continued support and advocacy for the Keystone XL pipeline as we apply for permits and approvals from governments and public authorities in the USA.
- To seek government support for energy infrastructure development, including pipelines, gas storage and energy.
Regulation
- Representations, comments and discussions regarding the drafting of the proposed Regulations respecting reduction in the release of methane and certain volatile organic compounds and how the proposed regulation applies to the Corporation’s industry.
Communication Techniques
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Written communication
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Oral communication
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Grass-roots communication
Government Institutions
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Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (CEAA)
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Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
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Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
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Finance Canada (FIN)
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Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
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Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
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Health Canada (HC)
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House of Commons
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Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada
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Infrastructure Canada (INFC)
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Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
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National Defence (DND)
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National Energy Board (NEB)
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Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
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Parks Canada (PC)
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Prime Minister's Office (PMO)
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Privy Council Office (PCO)
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Public Safety Canada (PS)
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Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC)
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Senate of Canada
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Transport Canada (TC)
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Treasury Board Of Canada Secretariat (TBS)
In-house Corporation Details
Description of activities
With more than 65 years' experience, TransCanada is a leader in the responsible development and reliable operation of North American energy infrastructure including natural gas and liquids pipelines, power generation and gas storage facilities. TransCanada operates one of the largest natural gas transmission networks that extends more than 91,900 kilometres (57,100 miles), connecting major gas supply basins to markets across North America. TransCanada is a leading provider of gas storage and related services with 653 billion cubic feet of storage capacity. A large independent power producer, TransCanada currently owns or has interests in more than 6,000 megawatts of power generation in Canada and the United States. TransCanada is also the developer and operator of one of North America’s leading liquids pipeline systems that extends approximately 4,900 kilometres (3,000 miles), connecting growing continental oil supplies to key markets and refineries.
Responsible officer name and position during the period of this registration
Russell Girling,
President and Chief Executive Officer
Government funding
End date of the last completed financial year:
2018-12-31
List of Government Funding
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Government Institution
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Funding Received in Last Financial Year
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Funding Expected in Current Financial Year
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Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
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$280,338.72
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Yes
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In-house Corporation Contact Information
Address:
450 - 1st Street, SW
Calgary, AB T2P 5H1
Canada
Telephone number:
403-920-2000
Fax number:
403-920-2467
Parent Company Information
TransCanada Corporation is not a subsidiary of any other parent companies.
Subsidiary Beneficiary Information
- Foothills Pipe Lines Ltd.
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450 - 1 Street, SW
Calgary, AB T2P 5H1
Canada
- TransCanada Alaska Company, LLC
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1209 Orange Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
United States of America
- TransCanada Energy Ltd.
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450 - 1st St SW
Calgary, AB T2P 5H1
Canada
- TransCanada Keystone Pipeline GP Ltd.
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450 - 1st Street SW
Calgary, AB T2P 5H1
Canada
- TransCanada Keystone Pipeline Limited Partnership
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450 - 1st Street SW
Calgary, AB T2P 5H1
Canada
- TransCanada PipeLines Limited
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450 - 1st St SW
Calgary, AB T2P 5H1
Canada
Lobbyists Details
Senior Officers whose lobbying activities represent less than 20% of their Duties
- Kristine Delkus,
Executive Vice-President, Stakeholder and Technical Services and General Counsel |
Public offices held
- Penny Favel,
Vice-President, Environment, Land and Indigenous Relations |
No public offices held
- Russell Girling,
President and Chief Executive Officer |
No public offices held
- Andrea Jalbert,
Vice-President, Environment, Land and Indigenous Relations |
Public offices held
- Karl Johannson,
Executive Vice-President and President, Canada and Mexico Natural Gas Pipelines |
No public offices held
- Donald Marchand,
Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer |
No public offices held
- Paul Miller,
Executive Vice-President and President, Liquids Pipelines |
No public offices held
- Francois Poirier,
Executive Vice-President, Strategy and Corporate Development |
Public offices held
- Norrie Ramsay,
Senior Vice-President, Technical Centre and Natural Gas Pipelines Projects |
No public offices held
- Tracy Robinson,
Senior Vice-President, Canadian Natural Gas Pipelines |
No public offices held
Senior Officers and Employees whose lobbying activities represent 20% or more of their Duties
- Chris Breen,
Vice-President, Government Relations Canada |
No public offices held
- Andrew Mitchell,
Director, Public Affairs, Canada East |
No public offices held
- Doug Page,
Senior Advisor, Government Relations |
No public offices held
- Lorena Patterson,
Director, Federal Government Relations – Canada |
No public offices held
