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: 620515
Submitted by lobbyist on: February 8, 2017 09:49:38 AM
Accepted by Registrar on: February 8, 2017 11:48:36 AM

Designated Filer Information

Lewis-Manning, Robert  
100 -1111 West Hastings Street  
Vancouver, BC, V6E 2J3
604-681-2351
Canada  

Organization Information

Chamber of Shipping of British Columbia  
To represent the interests of the organization's members who are actively conducting business in the marine transportation sector in British Columbia. This extends to compliance with all regulatory requirements but also to providing input to government on proposed new or amended regulations when necessary. The intent is to also be a resource to government when a more detailed understanding of the sector's overall regulatory frame-work and governance is required.
100 -1111 West Hastings Street  
Vancouver, BC, V6E 2J3
604-681-2351
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

February 8, 2017  
August 7, 2017  

Organization's In-House Lobbyists

 



Name: Lewis-Manning, Robert
 
February 8, 2017  
Inactivation Date: September 6, 2017

BC Public Office Background

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

Lobbying Activities

Aboriginal Affairs

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

Discuss the dynamics of governments¿ involvement with respect to the management of the coastal waters while recognizing the need for improved domain awareness and marine response planning in communities. Discuss ideas on what opportunities exist to make BC ports more competitive and opportunities for Indigenous Peoples.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Minister Rustad, John Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation February 8, 2017

Employment and Training

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

Discuss opportunities with respect to the shipping industry as they related to increasing situational awareness and marine area response planning within communities. Review seasonal industry demands, primarily with the cruise and ship repair sectors with respect to immigration and challenges facing the Vancouver shipowners.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Minister Bond, Shirley Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training February 8, 2017

Environment

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

Provide an update on shipping activities in British Columbia and describe how new projects will be handled in the future with respect to a marine perspective. Discuss industry¿s challenges with the limited number of anchorages, marine mammal recovery strategies particularly for the Southern Resident Killer Whales, and supply chain matters. Share ideas on what the $1.5B Oceans Protection Plan should bring to BC. Develop an understanding on environmentally monitoring agreement for the Pacific Northwest LNG project. Explain industry environmental progress specifically with respect to marine conservation areas, the Ballast Water Management Convention and global sulphur cap in 2020.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Minister Polak, Mary Minister of Environment February 8, 2017

International Trade

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

Support initiatives with respect to getting resources to market through competitive BC gateways. The moratorium on crude oil shipments in the north establishes an unwelcomed precedent. The shipping industry is conscientious in preventing the spread of invasive species from other countries. Seek recognition on the positive work of the shipping industry in protecting our forests and getting our natural resources to market safely.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Minister Thomson, Steve Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations February 8, 2017

International Trade

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

Discuss shipping activities with respect to the need to further develop trade with Asian countries. Port competitiveness is critical to the success of the gateway. Have a considered debate on the commercialization of ports and airports and the impact on our competitiveness. Discuss how the new US administration might affect certain trade corridors and opportunities for new markets. Review the supply chain challenges and constraints on land and on water.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Minister Wat, Teresa Minister of International Trade February 8, 2017

Transportation

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

Discuss the importance of a fluid and reactive supply chain with respect to the need to balance the movement of goods and people. Explain expected changes to the industry with new shipping alliances and joint ventures and the Trump administration. Assess the commercialization of ports and airports and how that affects the competitiveness of the west coast gateways. Opportunities to reduce red tape for project cargoes through designated project corridors. Seek support for shared messaging on the importance of shipping to BC and Canada.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Minister Stone, Todd Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure February 8, 2017

Transportation

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

Provide an update with respect to shipping activities in British Columbia and describe how new projects will be handled in the future from a marine perspective. Discuss industry¿s challenges with the limited number of anchorages, marine mammal recovery strategies particularly for the Southern Resident Killer Whales, and supply chain matters.

Target Contacts

Target Type Name Title or Constituency Date Added
Public Agency International Trade February 8, 2017