The Holt government is tightening the rules around lobbying, making it easier for an independent commissioner to investigate and punish people who seek to influence government decisions without registering.
Changes would apply to more people and meetings, add investigatory and enforcement powers
Jacques Poitras · CBC News
· Posted: May 12, 2026 3:43 PM EDT | Last Updated: 35 minutes ago
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The changes follow Premier Susan Holt’s reported attendance at sporting events at the invitation of private companies. (Chad Ingraham/CBC News)
The Holt government is tightening the rules around lobbying, making it easier for an independent commissioner to investigate and punish people who seek to influence government decisions without registering.
The changes to the legislation, introduced Tuesday, would force more people to register as lobbyists and broaden the definition of lobbying to cover more events.
The amendments fulfil a 2024 election promise.
“We want to do that to enhance transparency and accountability in government, promote confidence and trust in government, so that’s why we’re delivering on that platform commitment,” Justice Minister Rob McKee said.
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