Registration - Organization

Medical Technology Association of Canada (Medtech Canada) / Nicole DeKort, President & CEO

Registration Information

Organization name: Medical Technology Association of Canada (Medtech Canada)
Senior Officer Name: Nicole DeKort, President & CEO
Initial registration start date: 2023-01-09
Registration status: Active
Projected end date: No date provided
Registration number: 9343-4868

Associated Lobbying Activity Reports

Total number of Lobbying Activity Reports: 0

Lobbying Activity Reports - last 6 months: 0

Version 3 of 4 (2024-05-22 to 2024-10-21)

Registration versions:

Version 3 of 4 (2024-05-22 to 2024-10-21)

Lobbying Information

Subject Matter of the Lobbying Activities

Details Regarding the Identified Subject Matter

Will any of the lobbyists listed within this registration arrange a meeting between a public office holder and any other individual for the purpose of attempting to influence any of the matters listed below:

Specific Topics of Lobbying Communications	Intended Outcomes	Associated Subject Matters
COVID-19 pandemic response and preparing for future pandemics in relation to critical medical technologies	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity Awarding, amendment or termination of any contract, grant or financial benefit by or on behalf of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity Decision by the Executive Council or a member of the Executive Council to transfer from the Crown for consideration all or part of, or any interest in or asset of, any business, enterprise or institution that provides goods or services to the Crown, a Provincial entity or the public	COVID-19, Emergency Preparedness, Finances and Budgets, Government Procurement, Health, Hospitals, Industry, Infrastructure, Justice and Law Enforcement, Mental Health and Addictions, Science and Technology, Small Business, Transportation
Evolving the procurement focus for medical technologies to put greater emphasis on the value medical technologies bring to patient outcomes and health care system savings and sustainability	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity Awarding, amendment or termination of any contract, grant or financial benefit by or on behalf of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity Decision by the Executive Council or a member of the Executive Council to transfer from the Crown for consideration all or part of, or any interest in or asset of, any business, enterprise or institution that provides goods or services to the Crown, a Provincial entity or the public	COVID-19, Consumer Issues, Economic Development and Trade, Emergency Preparedness, Government Procurement, Health, Hospitals, Industry, International Relations, International Trade, Mental Health and Addictions, Non-Profit Organization, Regional Development, Science and Technology, Small Business, Telecommunications, Transportation
Medical Device Issues - promoting the medical technical industry and bringing forward key messages through active engagement and involvement with provincial government, stakeholders and industry partners. Innovation including emerging and licensed technologies.	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity Awarding, amendment or termination of any contract, grant or financial benefit by or on behalf of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity Decision by the Executive Council or a member of the Executive Council to transfer from the Crown for consideration all or part of, or any interest in or asset of, any business, enterprise or institution that provides goods or services to the Crown, a Provincial entity or the public	COVID-19, Consumer Issues, Economic Development and Trade, Emergency Preparedness, Finances and Budgets, Government Procurement, Health, Hospitals, Industry, Information Technology, Infrastructure, Intellectual Property, International Relations, International Trade, Mental Health and Addictions, Municipal Affairs, Privacy, Regional Development, Science and Technology, Small Business, Transportation
Monitor and provide feedback when regulations are proposed related to Supply Chain Management. Work with the BC Government on their implementation of their health care supply chain modernization strategy.	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity Awarding, amendment or termination of any contract, grant or financial benefit by or on behalf of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity Decision by the Executive Council or a member of the Executive Council to transfer from the Crown for consideration all or part of, or any interest in or asset of, any business, enterprise or institution that provides goods or services to the Crown, a Provincial entity or the public	COVID-19, Economic Development and Trade, Emergency Preparedness, Government Procurement, Health, Hospitals, Industry, Municipal Affairs, Regional Development, Science and Technology, Small Business
Working with the BC Government to reduce red tape for the medical devices industry in BC	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity Awarding, amendment or termination of any contract, grant or financial benefit by or on behalf of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity Decision by the Executive Council or a member of the Executive Council to transfer from the Crown for consideration all or part of, or any interest in or asset of, any business, enterprise or institution that provides goods or services to the Crown, a Provincial entity or the public	Economic Development and Trade, Finances and Budgets, Government Procurement, Health, Hospitals, Industry, Information Technology, Infrastructure, Intellectual Property, International Relations, International Trade, Justice and Law Enforcement, Mental Health and Addictions, Municipal Affairs, Privacy, Regional Development, Science and Technology, Small Business, Transportation

BC Ministries/Provincial Entities

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Finance
Fraser Health Authority
Health
Health Employers Association of British Columbia
Innovate BC
Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation
Labour
Member(s) of the BC Legislative Assembly
Minister of State for Infrastructure and Transit
Minister of State for Trade
Minister of State for Workforce Development
Northern Health Authority
Office of the Premier
Parliamentary Secretary for Emergency Preparedness
Parliamentary Secretary for Environment
Parliamentary Secretary for Labour
Parliamentary Secretary for Seniors' Services and Long-Term Care
Parliamentary Secretary for Sustainable Economy
Providence Health Care Society
Provincial Health Services Authority
Transportation and Infrastructure
Vancouver Coastal Health Authority
Vancouver Island Health Authority

Organization Details

Senior Officer Name and Position during the Period of this Registration

Nicole DeKort, President & CEO

Organization Contact Information

Medical Technology Association of Canada (Medtech Canada)

Address:
2425 Matheson Blvd East
8th Floor, Unit 790
Mississauga, ON L4W 5K4
Canada

Telephone number: 416-620-1915

Description of Activities

Medtech Canada is the national association created by and for the Canadian medical technology industry. Medtech Canada is the primary source for advocacy, information and education on the medical technology industry for members, the greater healthcare community, industry partners and the general public. Our goals are to advance health outcomes for patients in Canada and the growth and vibrancy of the industry in Canada. We focus on ensuring access to proven, safe technology and new, innovative medical technology developed by our member companies.

Gifts or benefits provided by the organization

Gifts or Benefits Provided to Public Officer Holders
Name	Gift or Benefit Description	Circumstance	Date Promised	Value Promised	Date Given	Value Given
No Records

Contributors to the Lobbying Activity

No person or organization contributed over $1000CDN, within the preceding 12 months, toward the lobbying activity on behalf of the organization that has a direct interest in the outcome of the lobbying activity.

Government Funding in the Last 12 Months

No government funding was requested or received within the preceding 12 months.

Coalition Members Information

Medical Technology Association of Canada (Medtech Canada) is not a coalition member.

Affiliates with a Direct Interest in the Outcome

Medical Technology Association of Canada (Medtech Canada) does not have any affiliates that could have a direct interest in the outcome of the lobbying activities

Other Persons or Organizations with Direct Interests

The activities of Medical Technology Association of Canada (Medtech Canada) are not controlled or directed by another person or organization with a direct interest in the outcome of this undertaking.

Lobbyists Details

Lobbyists Employed by this Organization

Lobbyist

Contributions

Nicole DeKort
Subscribes to a Code of Conduct: No
Former Public Office Holder in BC: No

Lobbied a member of the Legislative Assembly, including a Minister or Premier, on behalf of this organization on or after 2020-09-21 and before 2024-09-21: Yes

Political: No
Sponsorship: No
Recall: No

Rob Pankhurst
Subscribes to a Code of Conduct: No
Former Public Office Holder in BC: No

Lobbied a member of the Legislative Assembly, including a Minister or Premier, on behalf of this organization on or after 2020-09-21 and before 2024-09-21: Yes

Political: No
Sponsorship: No
Recall: No

Gurman Virk
Subscribes to a Code of Conduct: No
Former Public Office Holder in BC: No

Lobbied a member of the Legislative Assembly, including a Minister or Premier, on behalf of this organization on or after 2020-09-21 and before 2024-09-21: Yes

Political: No
Sponsorship: No
Recall: No

Medical Technology Association of Canada (Medtech Canada)

Name change history

Name change history
Name	From	To
Medical Technology Association of Canada (Medtech Canada)	2023-01-09	current

Medical Technology Association of Canada (Medtech Canada)

Senior Officer History
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Date Modified:: 2024-11-13

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Registration - Organization

Medical Technology Association of Canada (Medtech Canada) / Nicole DeKort, President & CEO

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Description of Activities

Gifts or benefits provided by the organization

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Coalition Members Information

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Other Persons or Organizations with Direct Interests

Registration - Organization

Medical Technology Association of Canada (Medtech Canada) / Nicole DeKort, President & CEO

Version 3 of 4 (2024-05-22 to 2024-10-21)

Details Regarding the Identified Subject Matter

BC Ministries/Provincial Entities

Senior Officer Name and Position during the Period of this Registration

Organization Contact Information

Description of Activities

Gifts or benefits provided by the organization

Contributors to the Lobbying Activity

Government Funding in the Last 12 Months

Coalition Members Information

Affiliates with a Direct Interest in the Outcome

Other Persons or Organizations with Direct Interests

Medical Technology Association of Canada (Medtech Canada)

Name change history

Medical Technology Association of Canada (Medtech Canada)

Nicole DeKort, President & CEO (Organization)