Review Registration - Organization

This version of the registration was submitted prior to the Lobbying Transparency Act coming into force on May 4, 2020. Due to different information requirements at that time, the registration is presented in the following format.

Registration ID: 25864300
Submitted by lobbyist on: November 27, 2015 02:51:10 PM
Accepted by Registrar on: November 27, 2015 03:07:11 PM

Designated Filer Information

Carter, Bruce  
100-852 Fort St  
Victoria, BC, V8W 1H8
250-383-7191
Canada  

Organization Information

Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce  
The Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce was created as a result of the Federal Board of Trade Act.The Chamber, like other Chambers of Commerce in Canada, is not a part of government but is affiliated with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and the British Columbia Chamber of Commerce. It has a membership of more than 1,400 members, and is one of largest chambers in the Province of British Columbia.
100-852 Fort St  
Victoria, BC, V8W 1H8
250-383-7191
Canada  

Relevant Affiliates

The client has no relevant affiliates.

Government or Government Agency Funding


Name of Funding provider Amount in CAD$
InvestCanada-Community Initiative Program $22,500.00
Western Economic Diversification Canada Project $195,000.00

Other Controlling or Directing Interests

The organization has no other controlling or directing interests.

Active Registration Period

November 27, 2015  
May 25, 2016  

Organization's In-House Lobbyists

 



Name: Carter, Bruce
 
November 27, 2015  
Inactivation Date: June 23, 2016

BC Public Office Background

This individual has not held any public office positions in BC.

Lobbying Activities

Economic Development and Trade

Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying

Growing concerns over closing businesses, particularly with store-front locations. Although this issue is most visible in the downtown, it is an issue across the Capital region. It is important to find opportunities for local business to be developed or expanded. In addition, business retention strategies as well as local opportunities for business succession need to be a focus.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Staff of Minister Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction November 27, 2015
Minister Bond, Shirley Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training November 27, 2015
Minister Fassbender, Peter Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Minister Oakes, Coralee Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction November 27, 2015
Minister Stone, Todd Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
Minister Wilkinson, Andrew Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
MLA Fleming, Rob Victoria-Swan Lake November 27, 2015
MLA Holman, Gary Saanich North and the Islands November 27, 2015
MLA Horgan, John Juan de Fuca November 27, 2015
MLA James, Carole Victoria-Beacon Hill November 27, 2015
MLA Karagianis, Maurine Esquimalt-Royal Roads November 27, 2015
MLA Popham, Lana Saanich South November 27, 2015
MLA Weaver, Andrew Oak Bay-Gordon Head November 27, 2015

Employment and Training

Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying

Over the past year the region has experienced unemployment rates in the 5 per cent range with a rapidly improving economy. Continually, sector leaders and businesses cite challenges in hiring qualified staff as a barrier to growth. In order to meet our needs as a community, we will have to increase our labour supply while replacing workers that are leaving the workforce. In addition to the supply of labour being limited, the region is further challenged by an extremely high cost of housing. Working to retain the labour we have and adding to the ranks of the workforce is key.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Staff of Minister Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
Minister Bond, Shirley Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training November 27, 2015
Minister Wilkinson, Andrew Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
MLA Fleming, Rob Victoria-Swan Lake November 27, 2015
MLA Holman, Gary Saanich North and the Islands November 27, 2015
MLA Horgan, John Juan de Fuca November 27, 2015
MLA James, Carole Victoria-Beacon Hill November 27, 2015
MLA Karagianis, Maurine Esquimalt-Royal Roads November 27, 2015
MLA Popham, Lana Saanich South November 27, 2015
MLA Weaver, Andrew Oak Bay-Gordon Head November 27, 2015

Environment

Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying

Establishment and enforcement of marine conservation areas affects both marine and terrestrial activities. There are growing number of privately owned docks that make use of public land (below high tide mark) In addition, there are activities that require water lot leases from the government to operate including scientific research, marinas and transportation activities.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Staff of Minister Minister of Environment November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Environment November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
Minister Polak, Mary Minister of Environment November 27, 2015
Minister Stone, Todd Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
Minister Wilkinson, Andrew Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
MLA Fleming, Rob Victoria-Swan Lake November 27, 2015
MLA Holman, Gary Saanich North and the Islands November 27, 2015
MLA Horgan, John Juan de Fuca November 27, 2015
MLA James, Carole Victoria-Beacon Hill November 27, 2015
MLA Karagianis, Maurine Esquimalt-Royal Roads November 27, 2015
MLA Popham, Lana Saanich South November 27, 2015
MLA Weaver, Andrew Oak Bay-Gordon Head November 27, 2015

Finances and Budgets

Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying

Introduction, modification or repeal of legislation, a bill or regulation

Municipal governments often have the largest effects on businesses. The Chamber advocates for municipal governments to provide services in the most efficient and effective way. In addition, we need to hold elected officials accountable for all aspects of municipal financing. This includes revenue sources, taxation, user fees, capital expenditures as well as concerted efforts to reduce costs.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Staff of Minister Minister of Finance November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Finance November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Minister de Jong, Mike Minister of Finance November 27, 2015
Minister Fassbender, Peter Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
MLA Fleming, Rob Victoria-Swan Lake November 27, 2015
MLA Holman, Gary Saanich North and the Islands November 27, 2015
MLA Horgan, John Juan de Fuca November 27, 2015
MLA James, Carole Victoria-Beacon Hill November 27, 2015
MLA Karagianis, Maurine Esquimalt-Royal Roads November 27, 2015
MLA Popham, Lana Saanich South November 27, 2015
MLA Weaver, Andrew Oak Bay-Gordon Head November 27, 2015
Public Agency Auditor General for Local Government November 27, 2015

Municipal Affairs

Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying

Introduction, modification or repeal of legislation, a bill or regulation

The Chamber believes that improved efficiencies, a unified long-term regional vision and planning are vital to economic prosperity. With overwhelming overall support at 75 per cent for the 2014 non-binding referendum question, it is important for the region to examine governance models that will best fit the needs of our community for now and into the future.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Staff of Minister Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Minister Fassbender, Peter Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
MLA Fleming, Rob Victoria-Swan Lake November 27, 2015
MLA Holman, Gary Saanich North and the Islands November 27, 2015
MLA Horgan, John Juan de Fuca November 27, 2015
MLA James, Carole Victoria-Beacon Hill November 27, 2015
MLA Karagianis, Maurine Esquimalt-Royal Roads November 27, 2015
MLA Popham, Lana Saanich South November 27, 2015
MLA Weaver, Andrew Oak Bay-Gordon Head November 27, 2015

Municipal Affairs

Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying

Introduction, modification or repeal of legislation, a bill or regulation

The Chamber believes that many of our local services could be more efficiently delivered. The regionalization and integration models that have worked include the Regional Water System and Oak Bay–Saanich Police integration. There are many other opportunities to achieve community gains through regionalization and we will work to develop greater knowledge in this area.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Staff of Minister Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Minister Fassbender, Peter Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
MLA Fleming, Rob Victoria-Swan Lake November 27, 2015
MLA Holman, Gary Saanich North and the Islands November 27, 2015
MLA Horgan, John Juan de Fuca November 27, 2015
MLA James, Carole Victoria-Beacon Hill November 27, 2015
MLA Karagianis, Maurine Esquimalt-Royal Roads November 27, 2015
MLA Popham, Lana Saanich South November 27, 2015
MLA Weaver, Andrew Oak Bay-Gordon Head November 27, 2015

Transportation

Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying

Introduction, modification or repeal of legislation, a bill or regulation

The region requires long-term improvement in transportation to facilitate growth. The region needs to improve overall transportation coordination and ideally better connect land-use planning to transportation strategies. Additionally, better accommodation of all modes of transportation will result in improved efficiency in moving goods and people within the region.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Staff of Minister Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
Minister Stone, Todd Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
MLA Fleming, Rob Victoria-Swan Lake November 27, 2015
MLA Holman, Gary Saanich North and the Islands November 27, 2015
MLA Horgan, John Juan de Fuca November 27, 2015
MLA James, Carole Victoria-Beacon Hill November 27, 2015
MLA Karagianis, Maurine Esquimalt-Royal Roads November 27, 2015
MLA Popham, Lana Saanich South November 27, 2015
MLA Weaver, Andrew Oak Bay-Gordon Head November 27, 2015

Name: Kulmala, Margaret
 
November 27, 2015  
Inactivation Date: June 23, 2016

BC Public Office Background

This individual has not held any public office positions in BC.

Lobbying Activities

Economic Development and Trade

Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying

Growing concerns over closing businesses, particularly with store-front locations. Although this issue is most visible in the downtown, it is an issue across the Capital region. It is important to find opportunities for local business to be developed or expanded. In addition, business retention strategies as well as local opportunities for business succession need to be a focus.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Staff of Minister Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction November 27, 2015
Minister Bond, Shirley Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training November 27, 2015
Minister Fassbender, Peter Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Minister Oakes, Coralee Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction November 27, 2015
Minister Stone, Todd Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
Minister Wilkinson, Andrew Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
MLA Fleming, Rob Victoria-Swan Lake November 27, 2015
MLA Holman, Gary Saanich North and the Islands November 27, 2015
MLA Horgan, John Juan de Fuca November 27, 2015
MLA James, Carole Victoria-Beacon Hill November 27, 2015
MLA Karagianis, Maurine Esquimalt-Royal Roads November 27, 2015
MLA Popham, Lana Saanich South November 27, 2015
MLA Weaver, Andrew Oak Bay-Gordon Head November 27, 2015

Employment and Training

Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying

Over the past year the region has experienced unemployment rates in the 5 per cent range with a rapidly improving economy. Continually, sector leaders and businesses cite challenges in hiring qualified staff as a barrier to growth. In order to meet our needs as a community, we will have to increase our labour supply while replacing workers that are leaving the workforce. In addition to the supply of labour being limited, the region is further challenged by an extremely high cost of housing. Working to retain the labour we have and adding to the ranks of the workforce is key.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Staff of Minister Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
Minister Bond, Shirley Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training November 27, 2015
Minister Wilkinson, Andrew Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
MLA Fleming, Rob Victoria-Swan Lake November 27, 2015
MLA Holman, Gary Saanich North and the Islands November 27, 2015
MLA Horgan, John Juan de Fuca November 27, 2015
MLA James, Carole Victoria-Beacon Hill November 27, 2015
MLA Karagianis, Maurine Esquimalt-Royal Roads November 27, 2015
MLA Popham, Lana Saanich South November 27, 2015
MLA Weaver, Andrew Oak Bay-Gordon Head November 27, 2015

Environment

Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying

Establishment and enforcement of marine conservation areas affects both marine and terrestrial activities. There are growing number of privately owned docks that make use of public land (below high tide mark) In addition, there are activities that require water lot leases from the government to operate including scientific research, marinas and transportation activities.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Staff of Minister Minister of Environment November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Environment November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
Minister Polak, Mary Minister of Environment November 27, 2015
Minister Stone, Todd Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
Minister Wilkinson, Andrew Minister of Advanced Education November 27, 2015
MLA Fleming, Rob Victoria-Swan Lake November 27, 2015
MLA Holman, Gary Saanich North and the Islands November 27, 2015
MLA Horgan, John Juan de Fuca November 27, 2015
MLA James, Carole Victoria-Beacon Hill November 27, 2015
MLA Karagianis, Maurine Esquimalt-Royal Roads November 27, 2015
MLA Popham, Lana Saanich South November 27, 2015
MLA Weaver, Andrew Oak Bay-Gordon Head November 27, 2015

Finances and Budgets

Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying

Introduction, modification or repeal of legislation, a bill or regulation

Municipal governments often have the largest effects on businesses. The Chamber advocates for municipal governments to provide services in the most efficient and effective way. In addition, we need to hold elected officials accountable for all aspects of municipal financing. This includes revenue sources, taxation, user fees, capital expenditures as well as concerted efforts to reduce costs.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Staff of Minister Minister of Finance November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Finance November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Minister de Jong, Mike Minister of Finance November 27, 2015
Minister Fassbender, Peter Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
MLA Fleming, Rob Victoria-Swan Lake November 27, 2015
MLA Holman, Gary Saanich North and the Islands November 27, 2015
MLA Horgan, John Juan de Fuca November 27, 2015
MLA James, Carole Victoria-Beacon Hill November 27, 2015
MLA Karagianis, Maurine Esquimalt-Royal Roads November 27, 2015
MLA Popham, Lana Saanich South November 27, 2015
MLA Weaver, Andrew Oak Bay-Gordon Head November 27, 2015
Public Agency Auditor General for Local Government November 27, 2015

Municipal Affairs

Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying

Introduction, modification or repeal of legislation, a bill or regulation

The Chamber believes that improved efficiencies, a unified long-term regional vision and planning are vital to economic prosperity. With overwhelming overall support at 75 per cent for the 2014 non-binding referendum question, it is important for the region to examine governance models that will best fit the needs of our community for now and into the future.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Staff of Minister Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Minister Fassbender, Peter Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
MLA Fleming, Rob Victoria-Swan Lake November 27, 2015
MLA Holman, Gary Saanich North and the Islands November 27, 2015
MLA Horgan, John Juan de Fuca November 27, 2015
MLA James, Carole Victoria-Beacon Hill November 27, 2015
MLA Karagianis, Maurine Esquimalt-Royal Roads November 27, 2015
MLA Popham, Lana Saanich South November 27, 2015
MLA Weaver, Andrew Oak Bay-Gordon Head November 27, 2015

Municipal Affairs

Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying

Introduction, modification or repeal of legislation, a bill or regulation

The Chamber believes that many of our local services could be more efficiently delivered. The regionalization and integration models that have worked include the Regional Water System and Oak Bay–Saanich Police integration. There are many other opportunities to achieve community gains through regionalization and we will work to develop greater knowledge in this area.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Staff of Minister Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
Minister Fassbender, Peter Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development November 27, 2015
MLA Fleming, Rob Victoria-Swan Lake November 27, 2015
MLA Holman, Gary Saanich North and the Islands November 27, 2015
MLA Horgan, John Juan de Fuca November 27, 2015
MLA James, Carole Victoria-Beacon Hill November 27, 2015
MLA Karagianis, Maurine Esquimalt-Royal Roads November 27, 2015
MLA Popham, Lana Saanich South November 27, 2015
MLA Weaver, Andrew Oak Bay-Gordon Head November 27, 2015

Transportation

Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying

Introduction, modification or repeal of legislation, a bill or regulation

The region requires long-term improvement in transportation to facilitate growth. The region needs to improve overall transportation coordination and ideally better connect land-use planning to transportation strategies. Additionally, better accommodation of all modes of transportation will result in improved efficiency in moving goods and people within the region.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Staff of Minister Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
Staff of Minister Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
Minister Stone, Todd Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure November 27, 2015
MLA Fleming, Rob Victoria-Swan Lake November 27, 2015
MLA Holman, Gary Saanich North and the Islands November 27, 2015
MLA Horgan, John Juan de Fuca November 27, 2015
MLA James, Carole Victoria-Beacon Hill November 27, 2015
MLA Karagianis, Maurine Esquimalt-Royal Roads November 27, 2015
MLA Popham, Lana Saanich South November 27, 2015
MLA Weaver, Andrew Oak Bay-Gordon Head November 27, 2015