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: 512132
Submitted by lobbyist on: November 4, 2015 08:29:40 AM
Accepted by Registrar on: November 5, 2015 08:50:13 AM
Designated Filer Information
Harrington, Kevin |
588 Roslyn Blvd | |
North Vancouver, BC, V7G 1P3
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604-929-9155 |
Canada |
Organization Information
AbbVie Corporation |
AbbVie is biopharmaceutical company that formerly was a part of Abbott Laboratories (prior to Jan 1, 2013). AbbVie has a research, commercial infrastructure capabilities rooted in a 125-year legacy. We develop advanced therapies that address complex and serious diseases. |
588 Roslyn Blvd | |
North Vancouver, BC, V7G 1P3
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604-929-9155 |
Canada |
Relevant Affiliates
Government or Government Agency Funding
Other Controlling or Directing Interests
Active Registration Period
November 4, 2015 | |
May 2, 2016 |
Organization's In-House Lobbyists
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BC Public Office Background
Lobbying Activities
Health
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying
Awarding, amendment or termination of a contract, grant or financial benefit
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
Ensure access to publically funded prescription medications that have demonstrated benefit in appropriate patients are accessible to British Columbians. Pharmacare legislation, regulation and policy. Enhance the outcomes measurements of the value and cost-effectiveness of medications to the BC health system to ensure a long term sustainable publically funded healthcare system.
Target Contacts
Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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Staff of Minister | Minister of Health | November 4, 2015 | |
Staff of Minister | Minister of Health | November 4, 2015 | |
Minister | Clark, Christy | Premier | November 4, 2015 |
Minister | Lake, Terry | Minister of Health | November 4, 2015 |
Industry
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
Create an environment for enhanced research in BC that ensures health policy is aligned to optimize a research, investment and jobs growth strategy.
Target Contacts
Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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Minister | Virk, Amrik | Minister of Technology, Innovation and Citizens' Services | November 4, 2015 |
Science and Technology
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
Identify opportunities to collaborate and enhance life sciences research and development . Engage in value demonstrating initiatives that will lead to an improved research and investment eco-system in BC.
Target Contacts
Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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Minister | Virk, Amrik | Minister of Technology, Innovation and Citizens' Services | November 4, 2015 |
Minister | Wilkinson, Andrew | Minister of Advanced Education | November 4, 2015 |
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BC Public Office Background
Lobbying Activities
Colleges & Universities
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying
Awarding, amendment or termination of a contract, grant or financial benefit
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
Opportunities/mechanisms for collaboration on research and development. Partnership/sponsorship opportunities. Building awareness on the value of innovative medicines in our society and career opportunities within health and life sciences sector.
Target Contacts
Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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Minister | Clark, Christy | Premier | November 10, 2015 |
Minister | Virk, Amrik | Minister of Technology, Innovation and Citizens' Services | November 10, 2015 |
Minister | Wilkinson, Andrew | Minister of Advanced Education | November 10, 2015 |
Economic Development and Trade
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
Job creation and growth of BC's knowledge based economy. Business incentives for and/or barriers to investment in BC. Facilitating "value demonstrating initiatives" partnerships in BC. Business incentives for, and/or barriers to investments in BC.
Target Contacts
Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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Minister | Clark, Christy | Premier | November 10, 2015 |
Minister | Virk, Amrik | Minister of Technology, Innovation and Citizens' Services | November 10, 2015 |
Minister | Wat, Teresa | Minister of International Trade | November 10, 2015 |
Minister | Wilkinson, Andrew | Minister of Advanced Education | November 10, 2015 |
Health
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
Gain and maintain reimbursement of AbbVie pharmaceutical products as per provincial reviews and defined criteria by Pharmacare , BC Cancer Agency, BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS. Also discuss health policy and the role and outcomes of pharmaceuticals in providing BC healthcare funding sustainability and improved patient outcomes.
Target Contacts
Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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Minister | Clark, Christy | Premier | November 10, 2015 |
Minister | Lake, Terry | Minister of Health | November 10, 2015 |
Health
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
Greater access to innovative medicines for British Columbians. PharmaCare legislation, regulation and policy (BC Pharmaceutical Services Act - Bill 35, and all associated regulations and policies.) Common Drug Review; Provincial Academic Detailing Program. Building awareness of the value of innovative medicines and Rx&D's Code of Ethical Practices. Multi-ministry and multi-stakeholder consultations and collaboration mechanisms. Enhancing sustainability of the healthcare system. Facilitating "value demonstrating initiatives" partnerships in BC. Facilitating clinical trials and research in BC hospitals.
Target Contacts
Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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Minister | Clark, Christy | Premier | November 10, 2015 |
Minister | Lake, Terry | Minister of Health | November 10, 2015 |
Industry
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
Creating an environment for enhances investment in health research and development in BC. Job creation and growth of BC's knowledge-based economy. Facilitating "value demonstrating initiatives" partnerships in BC. Multi-ministry , multi-stakeholder consultations and collaboration mechanisms.
Target Contacts
Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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Minister | Clark, Christy | Premier | November 10, 2015 |
Minister | Virk, Amrik | Minister of Technology, Innovation and Citizens' Services | November 10, 2015 |
Intellectual Property
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
International trade agreements, including but not limited to CETA and associated intellectual property (IP) provisions. Linkages between strong IP and future investments in BC and Canada.
Target Contacts
Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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Minister | Clark, Christy | Premier | November 10, 2015 |
Minister | Virk, Amrik | Minister of Technology, Innovation and Citizens' Services | November 10, 2015 |
Minister | Wat, Teresa | Minister of International Trade | November 10, 2015 |
International Trade
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
International trade agreements, including, but not limited to CETA, TPP and EPA, intellectual property (IP) provisions and Asia-pacific opportunities. Linkages between strong IP and future investment in BC and Canada
Target Contacts
Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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Minister | Clark, Christy | Premier | November 10, 2015 |
Minister | Wat, Teresa | Minister of International Trade | November 10, 2015 |
Science and Technology
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
Opportunities/mechanisms for collaboration on health and life sciences research and development, innovation and commercialization. Partnership/sponsorship opportunities. Building awareness of the value of innovative medicines. Facilitating "value demonstrating initiatives" partnerships in BC.
Target Contacts
Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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Minister | Virk, Amrik | Minister of Technology, Innovation and Citizens' Services | November 10, 2015 |
Minister | Wilkinson, Andrew | Minister of Advanced Education | November 10, 2015 |