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: 72265
Submitted by lobbyist on: January 14, 2011 01:01:34 PM
Accepted by Registrar on: September 17, 2011 01:00:20 AM
Designated Filer Information
| LeBlanc, Weldon |
| 544 Harvey Avenue | |
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Kelowna, BC, V1Y 6C9
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250-469-7351 |
| Canada |
Organization Information
| Kelowna Chamber of Commerce |
| The Kelowna Chamber of Commerce is a leading business organization in British Columbia that strives to make Kelowna one of the best mid-sized cities in North America to live, work andplay. As the largest Chamber in mainland British Columbia, the Kelowna Chamber focuses its activities in three key areas: Influence: Together, our strong membership organization and their over 25,000 employees act as a single powerful voice through the Chamber to promote local business interests. Connection: the Kelowna Chamber provides a cohesive business network for its members to expand their business contacts Value: the value-added benefits, programs, and services of the Kelowna Chamber are aimed at improving the bottom line of Chamber members |
| 544 Harvey Avenue | |
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Kelowna, BC, V1Y 6C9
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250-469-7351 |
| Canada |
Relevant Affiliates
Government or Government Agency Funding
Other Controlling or Directing Interests
Active Registration Period
| January 14, 2011 | |
| August 12, 2011 |
Organization's In-House Lobbyists
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BC Public Office Background
Lobbying Activities
Housing
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying
The Kelowna Chamber of Commerce meets on a quarterly basis with our local MLA's and one of the issues that has been discussed is the need for affordable and accessible rental housing.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| MLA | Letnick, Norm | Kelowna-Lake Country | January 14, 2011 |
| MLA | Stewart, Ben | Westside-Kelowna | January 14, 2011 |
| MLA | Thomson, Steve | Kelowna-Mission | January 14, 2011 |
Justice and Law Enforcement
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying
The Kelowna Chamber meets on a quarterly basis with our local MLA's and one of the issues that has been examined is the need for continued funding for the Organized Crime Task Force that was established in Kelowna.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| MLA | Letnick, Norm | Kelowna-Lake Country | January 14, 2011 |
| MLA | Stewart, Ben | Westside-Kelowna | January 14, 2011 |
| MLA | Thomson, Steve | Kelowna-Mission | January 14, 2011 |
Taxation and Finance
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying
The Kelowna Chamber has met with the Finance Minister to discuss the impact of the Harmonized Sales Tax on businesses in Kelowna.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minister | Hansen, Colin | Minister of Finance and Deputy Premier | January 14, 2011 |
Transportation
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying
Kelowna Chamber representatives met with local government officials at the municipal, provincial and federal levels to discuss key Kelowna Chamber priorities. One of the issues discussed that has implications at the provincial level is the need for a transportation strategy in the Okanagan region. Provincial MLA's Norm Letnick and Ben Stewart were in attendance at the meeting.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| MLA | Letnick, Norm | Kelowna-Lake Country | January 14, 2011 |
| MLA | Stewart, Ben | Westside-Kelowna | January 14, 2011 |
Transportation
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying
The Kelowna Chamber has sent a joint letter to Dennis Day, Chair of the Passenger Transportation Board in regards to increasing the number of taxi licenses in the city of Kelowna.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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| Other Public Agency Contact | Passenger Transportation Board | January 14, 2011 |