Ensure your organization’s lobbying efforts could withstand rigorous scrutiny.
Thurlow Law represents individuals at every stage of proceedings.
Contribute to the democratic process with confidence.
Ensure that your executives and directors are aware of their obligations under the law.
Lobbying is an essential activity in any functioning democracy. We are committed to helping clients lobby effectively and lawfully in Canada.
The past fifteen years have seen comprehensive changes to the rules governing lobbying in Canada. Major amendments to the Lobbying Act – and subsequent regulations – have fundamentally altered the landscape of government relations in Ottawa. Thurlow Law has deep experience with this evolving framework, having actively advised clients on compliance with the Lobbying Act since before major amendments were passed in 2008.
Thurlow Law can provide your company or organization with:
Thurlow Law represents individuals called before both the Commissioner of Lobbying and the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner.
Our comprehensive services include representing clients through every phase of an investigation. This includes responding to written requests for information, discovery, representing clients during interviews, adducing evidence, cross-examining witnesses at administrative proceedings and seeking a judicial review of any decisions
Individuals and organizations have the right to participate in Canada’s democratic process within the parameters set out by the Canada Elections Act. Thurlow Law advises a broad range of clients – from candidates to third parties – on compliance with this crucial statute.
One of Thurlow Law’s most in-demand services is the provision of briefings on the Lobbying Act and the Lobbying Code of Conduct to executives and corporate boards.
We have long been recognized for our work in this area. We are proud to have advised many of Ottawa’s most important trade and professional associations, including the Government Relations Institute of Canada and the Public Affairs Association of Canada.
