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: 12186624
Submitted by lobbyist on: September 25, 2012 08:48:17 AM
Accepted by Registrar on: September 25, 2012 09:16:13 AM
Lobbyist Information
| Tupper, Chris |
| 360-1070 Douglas Street | |
|
Victoria, BC, V8W 2C4
|
250-294-7194 |
| Canada |
BC Public Office Background
| Public Office Title | Description of Role | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Political Staff | LA EA: Whip, SG MA: MOS Mining, Energy, AG | 07/12/2004 | 02/23/2012 |
Lobbyist Firm Information
| Global Public Affairs |
| 360-1070 Douglas Street | |
|
Victoria, BC, V8W 2C4
|
250-294-7194 |
| Canada |
Client Information
| Smart Start Inc |
| Smart Start is a privately held company based in Irving, TX. It began servicing clients in January of 1993. In the years since, it has built a reputation as the leader in alcohol monitoring. Smart Start technologies focus on ignition interlocks for vehicles as well as home alcohol monitoring devices. |
| 4850 Plaza Drive | |
|
Irving, TX, 75063
|
972-621-0252 |
| United States of America |
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.
Undertaking Information
| September 21, 2012 | |
| November 2, 2012 |
Other Individuals Engaged to Lobby
| Shaw, Katie |
Lobbying Activities
Justice and Law Enforcement
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder
Awarding, amendment or termination of a contract, grant or financial benefit
Arrange meetings with Attorney General or appropriate ministry / OSMV staff to discuss the renewal of the Ignition Interlock contract for BC
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staff of Minister | Minister of Justice and Attorney General | September 25, 2012 | |
| Minister | Bond, Shirley | Minister of Justice and Attorney General | September 25, 2012 |
| Public Agency | Justice | September 25, 2012 |