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: 989087
Submitted by lobbyist on: June 14, 2019 01:44:32 PM
Accepted by Registrar on: June 14, 2019 02:49:26 PM
Designated Filer Information
| Govender, Kasari |
| 800 - 409 Granville Street | |
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Vancouver, BC, V6C 1T2
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604-684-8772 |
| Canada |
Organization Information
| West Coast LEAF |
| Our mandate is to use the law to create an equal and just society for all women and people who experience gender based discrimination in BC. In collaboration with community, we use litigation, law reform, and public legal education to make change. In particular, we aim to transform society by achieving: access to healthcare; access to justice; economic security; freedom from gender based violence; justice for those who are criminalized; and the right to parent. |
| 800 - 409 Granville Street | |
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Vancouver, BC, V6C 1T2
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604-684-8772 |
| Canada |
Relevant Affiliates
Government or Government Agency Funding
| Name of Funding provider | Amount in CAD$ |
|---|---|
| BC Gaming Branch | $65,000.00 |
| Department of Women and Gender Equality | $237,928.00 |
Other Controlling or Directing Interests
Active Registration Period
| June 14, 2019 | |
| December 14, 2019 |
Organization's In-House Lobbyists
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BC Public Office Background
Lobbying Activities
Children and Families
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
Introduction, modification or repeal of legislation, a bill or regulation
Proposed: shift child welfare system from one focused on apprehension to one focused on prevention. Outcomes: children stay with families and families receive the support they need to thrive.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minister | Chen, Katrina | Minister of State for Child Care | June 14, 2019 |
| Minister | Conroy, Katrine | Minister of Children and Family Development | June 14, 2019 |
| Minister | Darcy, Judy | Minister of Mental Health and Addictions | June 14, 2019 |
| Minister | Dean, Mitzi | Parliamentary Secretary for Gender Equity | June 14, 2019 |
| Minister | Fraser, Scott | Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation | June 14, 2019 |
| Minister | Horgan, John | Premier | June 14, 2019 |
| Minister | James, Carole | Minister of Finance | June 14, 2019 |
Employment and Training
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
Introduction, modification or repeal of legislation, a bill or regulation
Proposed: pay equity legislation. Intended Outcomes: achieve greater pay equity in BC, reduce poverty amongst marginalized groups.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minister | Bains, Harry | Minister of Labour | June 14, 2019 |
| Minister | Dean, Mitzi | Parliamentary Secretary for Gender Equity | June 14, 2019 |
Justice and Law Enforcement
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
Introduction, modification or repeal of legislation, a bill or regulation
Proposed amendments to criminal justice responses to sexual assault complaints, increase training for law enforcement and increase funding for community-based supports. Intended Outcomes: improve outcomes and process for women reporting sexual assault, and increase reporting. Proposed: greater funding for legal aid, for FLA and CFCSA issues, training for legal actors. Intended outcomes: improving access to legal aid in family law and reducing barriers to accessing legal protections, improve gender equality in FLA, division of property and child custody.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minister | Dean, Mitzi | Parliamentary Secretary for Gender Equity | June 14, 2019 |
| Minister | Eby, David | Minister of Attorney General | June 14, 2019 |
| Minister | Horgan, John | Premier | June 14, 2019 |