Lobbying Information
Subject Matters
- Arts and Culture
- Broadcasting
- Economic Development
- Industry
- Intellectual Property
- Labour
Subject Matter Details
Grant, Contribution or Other Financial Benefit
- Regulatory relief funding for broadcasters in response to the crisis facing local radio and television stations, including the elimination of Part II fees.
Legislative Proposal, Bill or Resolution
- Engaging policymakers on proposed legislation to amend the Broadcasting Act, as well as the regulation of online harms and news remuneration.
- Engaging policymakers on proposed legislation to amend the Food and Drugs Act regulating marketing towards children.
- Navigating the financial implications for the broadcasting industry in Budget 2023.
- Presenting various potential amendments to Bill C-252 to reflect the reality of advertising in Canada.
Policies or Program
- Raising awareness of the value of local news and building support for Canadian newsrooms through policies such as news remuneration.
Seeking input and providing feedback on any relevant policy changes affecting Canadian broadcasters.
Communication Techniques
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Written communication
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Oral communication
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Grass-roots communication
The lobbyist has arranged or expects to arrange one or more meetings on behalf of the client between a public office holder and any other person in the course of this undertaking.
Government Institutions
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Canadian Heritage (PCH)
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Finance Canada (FIN)
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Health Canada (HC)
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House of Commons
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Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
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Senate of Canada
Client Details
Government funding
No government funding was received during the last completed financial year.
Client Contact Information
Address:
770-45 O’Connor St.
Ottawa, ON K1P 1A4
Canada
Telephone number:
613-233-4035
Client representative
Kevin Desjardins, President
Parent Company Information
Canadian Association of Broadcasters / ’Association Canadienne des Radiodiffuseurs is not a subsidiary of any other parent companies.
Coalition Members Information
Canadian Association of Broadcasters / ’Association Canadienne des Radiodiffuseurs is not a coalition.
Individual, organization or corporation with a Direct Interest Beneficiary Information
The activities of Canadian Association of Broadcasters / ’Association Canadienne des Radiodiffuseurs are not controlled or directed by another individual, organization or corporation with a direct interest in the outcome of this undertaking.
Subsidiary Beneficiary Information
Canadian Association of Broadcasters / ’Association Canadienne des Radiodiffuseurs does not have any subsidiaries that could have a direct interest in the outcome of the undertaking
Lobbyist Details
Anushka Kurian
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No public offices held
Business address:
4400 - 181 Bay Street
Toronto, ON M5J 2T3
Canada
Telephone number:
437-533-5313
Consultant Firm and Address
Firm:
McMillan Vantage
Address:
4400 - 181 Bay Street
Toronto, ON M5J 2T3
Canada
Telephone number:
437-533-5313
