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: 954374 Submitted by lobbyist on: May 16, 2019 07:00:56 AM Accepted by Registrar on: June 7, 2019 02:22:33 PM
Designated Filer Information
McNeil, Sherry
116-5399 Eglinton Ave W.
Toronto, ON, M9C 5K6
416-695-2896
Canada
Organization Information
Canadian Franchise Association (CFA)
The Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) is the recognized authority on franchising in Canada. With over 600 corporate members representing many of Canada's best- and lesser-known brands and 40,000 franchisees nation-wide, CFA is the indispensable resource for the franchise community and advocates on behalf of franchisors and franchisees in Canada to enhance and protect the franchise business model. CFA promotes excellence in franchising and educates Canadians about franchising, specific franchise opportunities and proper due diligence through its many events, programs, publications, and websites (www.cfa.ca, www.LookforaFranchise.ca, and www.FranchiseAwareness.ca).
116-5399 Eglinton Ave W.
Toronto, BC, M9C 5K6
416-695-2896
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
May 16, 2019
November 16, 2019
Organization's In-House Lobbyists
Name:
Black, David
May 16, 2019
Inactivation Date:
December 17, 2019
BC Public Office Background
This individual has not held any public office positions in BC.
Lobbying Activities
Labour/Labour Relations
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
To raise awareness about the CFA, its members and the issues of concern. The CFA is a member based organization that is advocating for the following issues which fall under the Minister's outlined
1. Ensuring the Independent Nature of the Franchisor¿Franchisee Relationship is Recognized (JTT, AG)
2. Ensuring Best Practices and Uniformity in Franchise Disclosure Legislation across Canada (AG)
3. Supporting the Function and Importance of the Entrepreneur (JTT, FIN)
4. Reducing Red Tape and Regulatory Burden for Small Businesses (JTT, Labour, FIN)
5. Ensuring a Fair Playing Field for Franchised Businesses under Product Stewardship Legislation (ENV)
6. Maintaining a Reasonable, Predictable, and Fair Minimum Wage (Labour, JTT)
