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: 653250
Submitted by lobbyist on: July 17, 2017 04:10:04 PM
Accepted by Registrar on: July 17, 2017 04:27:12 PM
Designated Filer Information
| Huberman, Anita |
| #101, 14439-104 Avenue | |
|
Surrey, BC, V3R 1M1
|
604-581-7130 |
| Canada |
Organization Information
| Surrey Board of Trade |
| The Surrey Board of Trade represents 6000 member contacts, and over 60,000 employees, representing 2400 businesses. The purpose of the organization, on behalf of its members, is to advocate at all levels of government, facilitate networking opportunities, and provide cost-saving benefits and marketing opportunities. We are a not-for-profit organization with a common goal of furthering the interests of businesses in our region. We have demonstrated, through our projects and initiatives, a commitment to enhancing the local economy. |
| #101, 14439-104 Avenue | |
|
Surrey, BC, V3R 1M1
|
604-581-7130 |
| Canada |
Relevant Affiliates
Government or Government Agency Funding
Other Controlling or Directing Interests
Active Registration Period
| July 17, 2017 | |
| January 17, 2018 |
Organization's In-House Lobbyists
|
|||||
|
|
BC Public Office Background
Lobbying Activities
Agriculture
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
Advocating for the protection of agriculture land from speculators and those who allow the land to go fallow. SBOT would like the government to develop incentive measures to encourage farm activity; and disincentive measures to discourage "estate" farms, speculation, and non-productivity.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| MLA | Bains, Harry | Surrey-Newton | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Begg, Garry | Surrey-Guildford | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Brar, Jagrup | Surrey-Fleetwood | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Ralston, Bruce | Surrey-Whalley | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Sims, Jinny | Surrey-Panorama | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Singh, Rachna | Surrey-Green Timbers | October 25, 2017 |
Colleges & Universities
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
Advocating for the increase of post-secondary seats for Surrey/South Fraser region from the current 12.5 seats/100 students (which is well below provincial average) to at least double in the reasonable future.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| MLA | Bains, Harry | Surrey-Newton | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Begg, Garry | Surrey-Guildford | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Brar, Jagrup | Surrey-Fleetwood | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Ralston, Bruce | Surrey-Whalley | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Sims, Jinny | Surrey-Panorama | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Singh, Rachna | Surrey-Green Timbers | October 25, 2017 |
Education
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
Working with a coalition of local organizations to advocate for additional funding for Surrey School District.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minister | Bernier, Mike | Minister of Education | July 17, 2017 |
| Minister | Fleming, Rob | Minister of Education | August 15, 2017 |
Education
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
Advocating for the timely construction of schools in Surrey; to move the costs/operations of portables to capital funding; and to modify the funding formula of schools in high growth areas.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| MLA | Bains, Harry | Surrey-Newton | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Begg, Garry | Surrey-Guildford | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Brar, Jagrup | Surrey-Fleetwood | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Ralston, Bruce | Surrey-Whalley | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Sims, Jinny | Surrey-Panorama | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Singh, Rachna | Surrey-Green Timbers | October 25, 2017 |
Taxation and Finance
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
Reiterating the need for government to ensure taxation is not onerous, particularly for small businesses.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| MLA | Bains, Harry | Surrey-Newton | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Begg, Garry | Surrey-Guildford | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Brar, Jagrup | Surrey-Fleetwood | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Ralston, Bruce | Surrey-Whalley | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Sims, Jinny | Surrey-Panorama | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Singh, Rachna | Surrey-Green Timbers | October 25, 2017 |
Transportation
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
To advocate for government's commitment to finance the full 27Km of Surrey LRT project, AND To advocate for a Massey Bridge to replace the aging tunnel.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minister | Chow, George | Minister of State for Trade | October 16, 2017 |
| Minister | Ralston, Bruce | Minister of Jobs, Trade and Technology | October 16, 2017 |
| Minister | Trevena, Claire | Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure | October 16, 2017 |
Transportation
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
Advocating for the province to commit and support all 27kms of Surrey Light Rail Project in Phase 1 rather than the current plan to do in 2 phases.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| MLA | Bains, Harry | Surrey-Newton | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Begg, Garry | Surrey-Guildford | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Brar, Jagrup | Surrey-Fleetwood | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Ralston, Bruce | Surrey-Whalley | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Sims, Jinny | Surrey-Panorama | October 25, 2017 |
| MLA | Singh, Rachna | Surrey-Green Timbers | October 25, 2017 |
Transportation
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
Meeting to provide a full overview of the Surrey LRT project
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| MLA | Sturdy, Jordan | West Vancouver-Sea to Sky | December 8, 2017 |