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Registration ID: 602869 Submitted by lobbyist on: November 30, 2016 01:05:45 PM Accepted by Registrar on: December 2, 2016 02:14:12 PM
Designated Filer Information
McCormack, Ken
1-8980 Fraserwood Court
Burnaby, BC, V5J 5H7
604-432-7987
Canada
Organization Information
Automotive Retailers Association
To promote the advancement of the automotive industry through education, representation and member services in order to maintain a high standard of professionalism while protecting the safety and satisfaction of the motoring public.
1-8980 Fraserwood Court
Burnaby, BC, V5J 5H7
604-432-7987
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
November 30, 2016
May 29, 2017
Organization's In-House Lobbyists
Name:
Hendricks, Ed
December 6, 2016
Inactivation Date:
June 6, 2017
BC Public Office Background
This individual has not held any public office positions in BC.
Lobbying Activities
Transportation
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying
As the voice of the automotive aftermarket industry in BC, our membership expect the ARA to advocate with government on their behalf. Specifically, the ARA will participate in meetings with elected and staff members of government, as well as attend events organized by elected officials. Examples of such advocacy work include meetings with:
¿ the Minister of Transportation to express concerns over relations with ICBC;
¿ The Minister of Transportation to discuss the transfer of training responsibilities from ICBC to industry;
¿ The Minister of JTST to discuss challenges and solutions to attract and retain labour in the sector;
¿ The Finance Minister to discuss issues of industry compensation from ICBC;
¿ The Solicitor General to discuss changes to the Motor Dealer Act and policies and practices within government that impact the automotive sector;
¿ The Minister of Environment to discuss environmental issues relating to vehicle and parts recovery and dismantling;
¿ All elected Liberal caucus members are invited to an annual lunch hosted by the ARA for networking between Caucus and the ARA Board of Directors and senior staff.
¿ Government is always asked to attend the ARA Annual Meeting each year. This year, Minister Shirley Bond attended the members of the ARA to present on government priorities with respect to labour and jobs.
Most of the meetings held between the ARA and elected officials are attended by Ministerial and senior government staff also. The ARA also attends various receptions and events organized by the government for which the cost of admission supports government fundraising.
Target Contacts
Target Type
Name
Title or Constituency
Date Added
Minister
Bond,
Shirley
Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training
December 6, 2016
Minister
Stone,
Todd
Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure
December 6, 2016
Name:
McCormack, Ken
November 30, 2016
Inactivation Date:
June 6, 2017
BC Public Office Background
This individual has not held any public office positions in BC.
Lobbying Activities
Transportation
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying
As the voice of the automotive aftermarket industry in BC, our membership expect the ARA to advocate with government on their behalf. Specifically, the ARA will participate in meetings with elected and staff members of government, as well as attend events organized by elected officials. Examples of such advocacy work include meetings with:
¿ the Minister of Transportation to express concerns over relations with ICBC;
¿ The Minister of Transportation to discuss the transfer of training responsibilities from ICBC to industry;
¿ The Minister of JTST to discuss challenges and solutions to attract and retain labour in the sector;
¿ The Finance Minister to discuss issues of industry compensation from ICBC;
¿ The Solicitor General to discuss changes to the Motor Dealer Act and policies and practices within government that impact the automotive sector;
¿ The Minister of Environment to discuss environmental issues relating to vehicle and parts recovery and dismantling;
¿ All elected Liberal caucus members are invited to an annual lunch hosted by the ARA for networking between Caucus and the ARA Board of Directors and senior staff.
¿ Government is always asked to attend the ARA Annual Meeting each year. This year, Minister Shirley Bond attended the members of the ARA to present on government priorities with respect to labour and jobs.
Most of the meetings held between the ARA and elected officials are attended by Ministerial and senior government staff also. The ARA also attends various receptions and events organized by the government for which the cost of admission supports government fundraising.
Target Contacts
Target Type
Name
Title or Constituency
Date Added
Minister
Bond,
Shirley
Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training
November 30, 2016
Minister
Stone,
Todd
Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure
November 30, 2016
Name:
Tremblay, Ron
December 6, 2016
Inactivation Date:
June 6, 2017
BC Public Office Background
This individual has not held any public office positions in BC.
Lobbying Activities
Transportation
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying
As the voice of the automotive aftermarket industry in BC, our membership expect the ARA to advocate with government on their behalf. Specifically, the ARA will participate in meetings with elected and staff members of government, as well as attend events organized by elected officials. Examples of such advocacy work include meetings with:
¿ the Minister of Transportation to express concerns over relations with ICBC;
¿ The Minister of Transportation to discuss the transfer of training responsibilities from ICBC to industry;
¿ The Minister of JTST to discuss challenges and solutions to attract and retain labour in the sector;
¿ The Finance Minister to discuss issues of industry compensation from ICBC;
¿ The Solicitor General to discuss changes to the Motor Dealer Act and policies and practices within government that impact the automotive sector;
¿ The Minister of Environment to discuss environmental issues relating to vehicle and parts recovery and dismantling;
¿ All elected Liberal caucus members are invited to an annual lunch hosted by the ARA for networking between Caucus and the ARA Board of Directors and senior staff.
¿ Government is always asked to attend the ARA Annual Meeting each year. This year, Minister Shirley Bond attended the members of the ARA to present on government priorities with respect to labour and jobs.
Most of the meetings held between the ARA and elected officials are attended by Ministerial and senior government staff also. The ARA also attends various receptions and events organized by the government for which the cost of admission supports government fundraising.
