Meta Platforms has expanded its federal lobbying agenda, updating a registration first filed in May to include a broader focus on legislation affecting online digital platforms, consumer privacy and artificial intelligence.

The updated filing comes as Ottawa tabled two major bills before the summer break, including Bill C-36, the Protecting Privacy and Consumer Data Act and the Social Media Safety Act.

BACKGROUND: Ottawa takes aim at surveillance pricing in privacy law overhaul under new bill 

Under C-36, the legislation would modernize privacy rules to keep pace with smartphones, AI and deepfakes. It would also create a “right to deletion” for users, and address surveillance pricing—a practice where companies use personal data like browsing habits to tailor prices for individual customers.

It also goes in tandem with Bill C-34, which seeks to require platform companies to prove they are “safe by design” for young users in order to be exempted from the restriction to ban children under 16.

BACKGROUND: Ottawa moves to restrict social media usage for children under 16 

The registration lists Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg as the officer responsible during the period of this registration, while the lobbying activities. Lobbying activities are conducted on the company’s behalf by Meta’s Director in Privacy and Public Policy, Robyn Greene and Head of Safety Policy, Jennifer Hanley.

Additionally, this week’s lobby wrap also filing from 01 Quantum Inc., a company that develops cybersecurity company that uses encryption software and secure remote-access tools to protect organizations against cyber threats posed by future quantum computing.

According to the registry, the company is seeking discussions with the feds regarding funding to programs and procurement vehicles for “dual use technologies in cybersecurity.”

This comes after Ottawa’s unveiling of its major defence strategy earlier this year, where the government is directing over $334 million toward dual-use and quantum-specific defence measures.

Overall lobbying levels  saw a slight increase, with Indigenous leading the way with 11 per cent of registrations. 

New Registrations

Since July 11th, no organizations had more than 3 registrations made on their behalf. 

Since July 11th, Crestview Strategy led all registrant groups with 7 unique registrations each. They were followed by NorthStar Public Affairs Inc. who had 5 unique registrations.  Next was StrategyCorp Inc. with 4 unique registrations. All remaining registrant groups made no more than 3 unique registrations.

From July 11th to July 17th, no lobbyists had more than 3 unique registrations.

In recent agriculture/trade registrants:

Cereals Canada was registered by Kordell Walsh, a consultant with StrategyCorp Inc., to encourage the development of infrastructure and innovation initiatives that will allow the Canadian agriculture and cereals industries to continue to be world leaders in science-based research and development, while ensuring the maintenance of our competitive export position into the future.

Other: FPInnovations, Dairy Farmers of Canada

In recent arts/culture/copyright registrants:

The Confederation Centre of the Arts was registered by Emily Scott, a consultant with PAA Advisors, to discuss funding opportunities through Canadian Heritage’s Canada Cultural Spaces Fund, ACOA and Infrastructure Canada to fund the revitalization and renovation of the Confederation Centre of the Arts.

In recent defence/security registrants:

Canadian Strategic Missions Corporation was registered by Conner Coles and Samira Wagner, both consultants with Crestview Strategy, to engage the federal government with the goal of raising awareness of its organization, mission, and the value it delivers to its members and the broader community. This outreach is intended to build understanding, strengthen relationships with decision-makers, and ensure the organization’s priorities are recognized in relevant policy discussions.

In recent energy/environment/climate registrants:

Braya Renewable Fuels was registered by Gary Anstey, a consultant at Anstey and Associates for a number of discussions with officials, with the topics including Canadian policy in regards to global trade access for Canadian fuel producers and Climate Change policies and regulations associated with greenhouse gas emissions policies and pricing mechanisms that affect the fiscal operation of a renewable fuels refinery operations. Further conversations were held regarding grant, contribution or other financial incentives including NRCAN initiatives, Biofuel Production Incentive, Strategic Investment Fund, Clean Fuel Funds, and the Net Zero Accelerator Funds to expedite a decarbonization project for large emitters and GHG Abatement, Investment Tax Credits, Federal Incentive Mechanisms.

Other: Potentia Renewables Inc., Utility Global Inc.

In recent health registrants:

WELL Health Technologies Corporation was registered by Andrew Bond, their Chief Health Officer and Head of Public Sector, to discuss health and technology policy, programs and procurement. Specifically, the client sought to discuss primary care and diagnostic service priorities, health system transformation, and the place of technology and new service models to achieve government priorities. 

Other: VGC Group LP

In recent Indigenous registrants:

Iskum Investments General Partner Inc. was registered by Laura Young and Richard Maksymetz, both consultants with Alar Strategy Group Inc., to communicate with government officials about programs that support Indigenous-led forestry initiatives, including opportunities to advance manufacturing investments in the Indigenous-led forest sector on the British Columbia coast.

Other: Indigenous Clean Energy, Yukon First Nation Education Directorate, Metlakatla First Nation, Yänonhchia’ Housing Finance 

In recent industry registrants:

The Aecon Group Inc. was registered by Greg MacNeil and Jack Baker, both consultants with NorthStar Public Affairs Inc., to position the company in respect of the construction of infrastructure for the Canadian Armed Forces. 

Other: Mitsubishi Canada Ltd., Snowline Gold Corp., Amrize Canada

Tech/Telecommunications 

HP Canada Co. was registered by Kai Eckford-Vea, a consultant with Compass Rose Group, as the client seeks to engage the government to discuss growing the Canadian technology sector, supporting job creation, and advancing the responsible adoption of new technologies such as artificial intelligence through a strong, collaborative tech ecosystem. The client also sought government contracts to enhance the Government of Canada’s (GC) endpoint security posture and ensure the GC is equipped with secure workplace technology devices. This would also entail the advancement of the GC Greening Government Strategy and support the government’s transition to net-zero emissions, climate resilience, and sustainable operations.

Other: 01 Quantum Inc, Green Edge Computing Corp., Meta Platforms, Inc., Ciena Canada, ULC, Electreon Wireless North America LLC

Transportation:

CAD Railway Industries Ltd was registered in-house by David Van der Wee, their CEO, to discuss initiatives being undertaken to advance facility modernization and expansion, innovation, and technology projects in Lachine, Quebec, enhancing passenger and freight rail operations, with the client seeking funding from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada to support the project.

Other: Hitachi, Ltd.

Of note: Amrize Canada, Ontario Association of Professional Audiology Clinics (OAPAC), LKQ Corporation, Clipper Navigation Limited, CHEMTEC COATINGS / Gestion Jason Bérubé inc., Mattermost, Fintechs Canada, Ronald McDonald House Southwestern Ontario, Ripple Labs Inc., Graham Construction & Engineering Inc, Pomerleau Inc, Canadian Mortgage Brokers Association, Food4Kids Muskoka, Charles River Laboratories, C-Pace Alliance, Glenbow Museum, École d’Entrepreneurship de Beauce, Gates Foundation, Solvet, Association des propriétaires de boisés de Beauce, High Art Capital, Labour Education Centre, CivicAction, Domicile Fixe

Communications:

There were 3,072 communication reports filed during the period between July 11th to July 17th, 2026.

 Most active client organizations

• Cenovus Energy Inc. – 74 Communications
• Sacred Waters Development – 65 Communications
• Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation – 58 Communications
• Oil Sands Alliance Inc. – 45 Communications
• Financial Data Exchange, Inc. – 45 Communications

 Most active paid lobbyists

• Jonathan McKenzie for 1 Client – 74 Communications
• Grace Smith for 2 Clients – 51 Communications
• Austin Glover for 2 Clients – 50 Communications
• Kevin Feltes for 1 Client – 45 Communications
• David Billedau for 1 Client – 40 Communications

Most lobbied public office holders

• Galen Richardson – Privy Council Office (44)
• Kelsen Vallee – Privy Council Office (42)
• Yasmin Atassi – Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (41)
• Jeff Labonté – Natural Resources Canada (34)
• Fahim Canada – Finance Canada (32)

Most lobbied government institutions

• House of Commons – 969 Communications
• Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada – 535 Communications
• Natural Resources Canada – 329 Communications
• Finance Canada – 305 Communications
• Privy Council Office – 253 Communications

Most lobbied subject matters

• Industry – 1,468 Communications
• Environment – 1,196 Communications
• Energy – 970 Communications
• Employment and Training – 808 Communications
• Health – 734 Communications