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: 1110804 Submitted by lobbyist on: February 18, 2020 10:19:50 AM Accepted by Registrar on: February 18, 2020 03:36:08 PM
Designated Filer Information
Walia, Harsha
306-268 Keefer St
Vancouver, BC, V6A 1X5
604-630-9752
Canada
Organization Information
BC Civil Liberties Association
The BC Civil Liberties Association was established in 1962. Our mandate is to preserve, defend, maintain and extend civil liberties and human rights in Canada. We achieve our mandate through our Advocacy in Action, Public Policy, Community Education, and Justice programs. The BCCLA is an autonomous, non-partisan charitable society.
306-268 Keefer St
Vancouver, BC, V6A 1X5
604-630-9752
Canada
Relevant Affiliates
The client has no relevant affiliates.
Government or Government Agency Funding
Name of Funding provider
Amount in CAD$
BC Ministry of Finance / Community Gaming Grant (annual application required)
$52,500.00
Service Canada / Canada Summer Jobs (varies year to year)
$6,821.00
Other Controlling or Directing Interests
The organization has no other controlling or directing interests.
Active Registration Period
February 18, 2020
August 18, 2020
Organization's In-House Lobbyists
Name:
Hosak, Mark
February 18, 2020
BC Public Office Background
This individual has not held any public office positions in BC.
Lobbying Activities
Justice and Law Enforcement
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying
Email communication to ministerial staff to arrange a meeting with ministers to express BCCLA
concerns regarding the proposed Community Safety Act Email communication to MLA to arrange
a meeting with ministers to express BCCLA concerns regarding the proposed Community Safety
Act
Target Contacts
Target Type
Name
Title or Constituency
Date Added
Staff of Minister
Liens,
Raymond
Minister of Mental Health and Addictions
February 18, 2020
MLA
Beare,
Lisa
Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows
February 18, 2020
MLA
D'Eith,
Bob
Maple Ridge-Mission
February 18, 2020
Name:
Knight, Margaret
February 18, 2020
BC Public Office Background
This individual has not held any public office positions in BC.
Lobbying Activities
Justice and Law Enforcement
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying
In-person conversation with public office holder re which ministers and MLAs may be open to discussion on our concerns about the Community Safety Act
Target Contacts
Target Type
Name
Title or Constituency
Date Added
Staff of Minister
Kingston,
Charlotte
Premier
February 18, 2020
Name:
McDermott, Meghan
February 18, 2020
BC Public Office Background
This individual has not held any public office positions in BC.
Lobbying Activities
Justice and Law Enforcement
Arranging meeting between an individual and a public office holder for purpose of lobbying
Introduction, modification or repeal of legislation, a bill or regulation
Email communication to ministerial staff to arrange meetings with ministers and meeting with
ministers to express BCCLA's concerns regarding the proposed Community Safety Act email
communication to MLAs with information about our opposition to bill 13 (amendment act) and
offering to meet.
Target Contacts
Target Type
Name
Title or Constituency
Date Added
Staff of Minister
Ashbourne,
Craig
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
February 18, 2020
Minister
Farnworth,
Mike
Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General
February 18, 2020
Minister
Robinson,
Selina
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
February 18, 2020
Minister
Simpson,
Shane
Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction
February 18, 2020
Staff of Minister
Squance,
Leah
Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction
