More non-profits and organizations must register as lobbyists under stricter federal rules
In the summer, the Commissioner of Lobbying, Nancy Bélanger, announced that her Office will expect registration from any business or organization that lobbies for eight or more hours in any rolling four-week period.
Why It Matters
Charities and non-profits interact with government on many levels, including requesting funding, being contracted to deliver essential services, and advocating for policy reform. While not all of these activities are classed as lobbying, the upcoming changes to reporting requirements will likely mean that many organizations will have to track and report their interactions with the federal government.
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