Office of the Commissioner of Lobbying
We ensure transparent and ethical lobbying by administering the Lobbying Act and the Lobbyists' Code of Conduct. Our responsibilities include maintaining a searchable registry of information reported by lobbyists, providing education to stakeholders, and verifying that lobbyists comply with requirements.
The Commissioner of Lobbying is an independent Agent of Parliament responsible for regulating lobbying at the federal level.
Services and information
Lobbying Act, Lobbyists' Code of Conduct, advice and interpretation, 5-year post-employment restriction
How to register and report your lobbying activities, verifying monthly communication reports
Login or create an account, register and submit info, search the registry, view data statistics
Request an information session to learn more about the rules related to lobbying at the federal level
Investigation process, post-convictions prohibitions, divulge information, info for subjects and witnesses
Investigation reports, annual reports, departmental plans, etc.
Appearances before parliamentary committees
Lobbyists Registrars and Commissioners Network, and Council on Governmental Ethics Laws
News
New interpretation of the registration threshold
Commissioner Bélanger issues new interpretation of a significant part of duties, which takes effect in January 2026.
Commissioner Bélanger releases annual report for 2024-25
Explore the highlights and key statistics of 2024-25:
Corporate information
5-year post-employment prohibition on lobbying
A prohibition on lobbying applies to former DPOHs.
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