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: 639213
Submitted by lobbyist on: May 2, 2017 11:41:00 AM
Accepted by Registrar on: May 2, 2017 12:03:54 PM
Designated Filer Information
| Swedlove, Frank |
| 79 Wellington Street West Suite 2300 TD South Tower, P.O. Box 99 | |
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Toronto, ON, M5K 1G8
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416-777-2221 |
| Canada |
Organization Information
| Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association |
| The mission of the CLHIA is to serve its members in areas of common interest, need or concern. In carrying out this mission, the Association ensures that the views and interests of its diverse membership and of the public are equitably addressed. The CLHIA is guided by seven strategic objectives, the three leading ones being: To build consensus among members on issues and concerns of importance to the industry; To promote a legislative and regulatory environment favourable to the business of its members; and To foster sound and equitable principles in the conduct of the business of its members. |
| 79 Wellington Street West Suite 2300 TD South Tower, P.O. Box 99 | |
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Toronto, ON, M5K 1G8
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416-777-2221 |
| Canada |
Relevant Affiliates
Government or Government Agency Funding
Other Controlling or Directing Interests
Active Registration Period
| May 2, 2017 | |
| October 29, 2017 |
Organization's In-House Lobbyists
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BC Public Office Background
Lobbying Activities
Financial Institutions
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
To advance the position of the life and health insurance industry on a variety of topics raised in the government's initial consultation on its review of the Financial Institutions Act. We will advocate for the continued use of genetic testing information in the underwriting of life insurance. We also promoted how the industry can play a major role in the use of Public Private Partnerships (P3s) for long-term infrastructure projects.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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| Minister | de Jong, Mike | Minister of Finance | May 2, 2017 |
| Public Agency | Finance | May 2, 2017 |
Health
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
The CLHIA will be advocating on issues related to prescription drug reform. In particular, we plan to discuss issues relating to mechanisms to lower drug pricing for all British Columbians and ways to standardize access to new drugs.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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| Public Agency | Health | May 2, 2017 |
Infrastructure
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
To advocate for participation of insurers in infrastructure projects through public-private partnerships (P3s).
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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| Public Agency | Transportation and Infrastructure | May 2, 2017 |
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BC Public Office Background
Lobbying Activities
Insurance
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
We recommended individuals to serve as non-voting members on the Insurance Council of British Columbia. Discussion related to implementation of new Life License Qualification Program (LLQP) are on-going.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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| Public Agency | Insurance Corporation of British Columbia | May 2, 2017 |
Insurance
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
To advance the industry's position regarding the regulator's expectations for insurers that provide creditor's group insurance.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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| Public Agency | Financial Institutions Commission | May 2, 2017 |
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BC Public Office Background
Lobbying Activities
Financial Institutions
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
To advance the position of the life and health insurance industry on a variety of topics raised in the government's initial consultation on its review of the Financial Institutions Act. We will advocate for the continued use of genetic testing information in the underwriting of life insurance. We also promoted how the industry can play a major role in the use of Public Private Partnerships (P3s) for long-term infrastructure projects.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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| Staff of Minister | Minister of Finance | May 2, 2017 | |
| Minister | de Jong, Mike | Minister of Finance | May 2, 2017 |
| Public Agency | Finance | May 2, 2017 |
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BC Public Office Background
Lobbying Activities
Taxation and Finance
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
We recommend: the government encourage British Columbians to take responsibility for their long-term care needs by providing tax assisted long-term care insurance products; and that the Government refrain from increasing tax on life and health insurance premiums. We will also promote how the industry can play a major role in the use of Public Private Partnerships (P3s) for long-term infrastructure projects.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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| Public Agency | Finance | May 2, 2017 |
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BC Public Office Background
Lobbying Activities
Financial Institutions
Introduction, modification or repeal of legislation, a bill or regulation
To advance the position of the life and health insurance industry on a variety of topics raised in the government's initial consultation on its review of the Financial Institutions Act. We will advocate for the continued use of genetic testing information in the underwriting of life insurance. We also promoted how the industry can play a major role in the use of Public Private Partnerships (P3s) for long-term infrastructure projects.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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| Staff of Minister | Minister of Finance | May 2, 2017 | |
| Minister | de Jong, Mike | Minister of Finance | May 2, 2017 |
| Public Agency | Finance | May 2, 2017 |
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BC Public Office Background
Lobbying Activities
Financial Institutions
Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy or decision
To advance the position of the life and health insurance industry on a variety of topics raised in the government's initial consultation on its review of the Financial Institutions Act. We will advocate for the continued use of genetic testing information in the underwriting of life insurance. We also promoted how the industry can play a major role in the use of Public Private Partnerships (P3s) for long-term infrastructure projects.
Target Contacts
| Target Type | Name | Title or Constituency | Date Added |
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| Public Agency | Finance | May 2, 2017 |