Registration - Consultant Lobbyist
Northeastern University / Richard Zussman, Consultant Lobbyist
Registration Information
Lobbyist name: Richard Zussman, Consultant Lobbyist
Initial registration start date: 2026-01-23
Registration status: Active
Projected end date: No date provided
Registration number: 11836-6384
Associated Lobbying Activity Reports
Total number of Lobbying Activity Reports: 0
Lobbying Activity Reports - last 6 months: 0
Version 1 of 1 (2026-01-23 to present)
Version 1 of 1 (2026-01-23 to present)
Lobbying Information
Details Regarding the Identified Subject Matter |
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| Will the consultant lobbyist be arranging meetings between a public office holder and the client for the purpose of attempting to influence any of the matters listed: | Yes | ||||||
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BC Ministries/Provincial Entities
- Finance
- Jobs and Economic Growth
- Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills
Contingency Information
- Payment to the consultant lobbyist by the client, in whole or in part, is not contingent on the outcome of this lobbying activity.
- Payment to the consultant lobbyist by the client, in whole or in part, is not contingent on the success in arranging a meeting with public office holders on behalf of the client.
Client Details
Client Contact Information
Northeastern University
Address:
410 West Georgia St., Suite 1400
Vancouver, BC V6B 1Z3
Canada
Description of Business Activities
Northeastern University is a non-profit global research university (post-secondary institution) with a Vancouver campus delivering graduate and professional degree programs across technology, business, health sciences, engineering, and the social sciences. The university conducts applied and fundamental research through specialized institutes focused on areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, biotechnology, and health systems innovation, often in partnership with government and industry. Northeastern is widely recognized for its experiential learning model which integrates academic study with co operative work placements that support workforce development and employer talent pipelines. The university also provides professional and executive education programs designed to meet evolving labor market needs. Its global campus network including locations in Toronto and Vancouver advances regional economic priorities through graduate education, applied research, and partnerships with employers and public sector organizations.
Contributors to the Lobbying Activity
No person or organization contributed over $1000CDN, within the preceding 12 months, toward the lobbying activity on behalf of the organization that has a direct interest in the outcome of the lobbying activity.
Government Funding in the Last 12 Months
No government funding was received within the preceding 12 months based on the submission date requirements for this registration.Other Entities (working together for the purposes of lobbying) Information
Northeastern University is not working together with any other entity for the purpose of lobbying.
Affiliates with a Direct Interest in the Outcome
Northeastern University does not have any affiliates that could have a direct interest in the outcome of the lobbying activities
Other Persons or Organizations with Direct Interests
The activities of Northeastern University are not controlled or directed by another person or organization with a direct interest in the outcome of this undertaking.
Lobbyist Details
Richard Zussman | Has not held any “former public office holder” positions in BC, as defined in the Lobbyists Transparency Act
1334 IVY PLACE
Victoria, BC V8R 2X9
Canada
Relevant Codes of Conduct
The consultant lobbyist does not have in place an undertaking to comply with any relevant codes of conduct.
Political, Sponsorship and Recall Contributions
| Consultant has lobbied, or plans to lobby a member of the Legislative Assembly, including a Minister or Premier, on behalf of this client, on or after 2024-09-21: | Yes | |||||||||||||||
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Gifts or Benefits Provided to Public Officer Holders
No gifts or benefits were provided to public office holdersIndividuals Hired or Subcontracted to Lobbying on behalf of the Client
No recordsConsultant Lobbyist Firm and Address
Firm: Burson (Hill&Knowlton)
1334 IVY PLACE
Victoria, BC V8R 2X9
Canada
Return to Social Development and Poverty Reduction in Lobbying Activity Reports in: December 2025
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