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: 818941
Submitted by lobbyist on: August 16, 2018 03:21:30 PM
Accepted by Registrar on: August 16, 2018 03:36:34 PM

Designated Filer Information

Holt, Catherine  
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


The organization does not receive any funding from a government or government agency.

Other Controlling or Directing Interests

The organization has no other controlling or directing interests.

Active Registration Period

August 16, 2018  
February 16, 2019  

Organization's In-House Lobbyists

 



Name: Holt, Catherine
 
August 16, 2018  
Inactivation Date: February 20, 2019

BC Public Office Background

Public Office Title Description of Role From To
Assistant Deputy Minister I was appointed Assistant Deputy Minister on December 15, 1993. My best recollection is that I left the BC Public Service on July 31, 1998. 12/15/1993 07/31/1998

Lobbying Activities

Advanced Education

Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision

The Chamber would like to see investment in worker training and in student housing in the Capital region.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Minister Mark, Melanie Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Training August 16, 2018

Children and Families

Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision

The Chamber would like government to invest in child care, including spaces, wages and subsidies, to make it more affordable and available.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Minister Conroy, Katrine Minister of Children and Family Development August 16, 2018

Economic Development and Trade

Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision

The Chamber supports investment in job training and economic development and trade to ensure a sustainable economy.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Minister Ralston, Bruce Minister of Jobs, Trade and Technology August 16, 2018

Environment

Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision

The Chamber supports the development of climate change solutions that work for business.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Minister Heyman, George Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy August 16, 2018

Health

Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision

The Chamber supports investment in mental health and in addictions treatment to make our communities safer for everyone.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Minister Darcy, Judy Minister of Mental Health and Addictions August 16, 2018

Housing

Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision

The Chamber supports investment in affordable housing to allow workers to move to the Capital Region and find a place to live.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Minister Robinson, Selina Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing August 16, 2018

Justice and Law Enforcement

Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision

The Chamber supports the establishment of a regional police service in the Capital region.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Minister Farnworth, Mike Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General August 16, 2018

Municipal Affairs

Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision

The Chamber supports better governance through fewer governments in the Capital Region, and supports provincial action to identify options for improving local governance and services.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Minister Robinson, Selina Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing August 16, 2018

Taxation and Finance

Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision

The Chamber advocates for fair taxation for small business.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Minister James, Carole Minister of Finance August 16, 2018

Transportation

Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision

The Chamber advocates for affordable, available transportation options for workers that provide and alternative to the car.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Minister Trevena, Claire Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure August 16, 2018