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What do lobbyists need to know?
For a definition of lobbyist, please see Who is a lobbyist?
As a lobbyist, you must register yourself and the subject matter you intend to discuss before communicating with a public office holder about the subject matter. You must register before even contacting a public office holder for the purpose of arranging a meeting between a public office holder and a third party.
You must also update your subject matter registration after communicating with a public office holder. You’ll register and update your lobbyist and subject matter registrations on this site.
You must also follow the provisions in the Lobbying By-law, (PDF) including the Lobbyists’ Code of Conduct.
Registering lobbying activities allows both public office holders and the public to know who is attempting to influence municipal government.
It’s also the law.
If you fail to register your lobbying activities or to adhere to the Lobbyists’ Code of Conduct, you will be guilty of an offence punishable, on conviction, by a substantial fine. Failure to comply may also result in removal from the Registry and other limitations on your ability to lobby the public office holders of the City of Toronto.
This site can guide you through the registration process and help answer questions you may have. For more information on how to register, please click Before you register.
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