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Regan Watts's lobbying: the clients they represent and every meeting they've reported since November 2021.

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Consultant lobbyist

Regan Watts

Fratton Park Inc.

Former public offices

  • Director - Strategic Planning, Minister’s Office, Finance Canada (2010–2012)
  • Senior Policy Advisor, Minister’s Office, Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (2009–2010)
  • Director - Parliamentary Affairs, Minister’s Office, Health Canada (2008–2009)
  • Policy Advisor - Infrastructure, Minister’s Office, Transport, Infrastructure and Communities (2007–2008)
  • National Caucus Liaison and Executive Assistant to the Minister, Minister’s Office, Finance Canada (2006–2007)
Meetings this Parliament
76
Since Nov 2021
291
Active registrations
16

Reported meetings

  • FreshBooks Inc.
    Engaging with policymakers about issues affecting Canadian technology companies. Read more

    Engaging with policymakers about issues affecting Canadian small business owners, particularly soloproneurs and microproneurs.

    Official report

    • Stephen Fuhr · Secretary of State, Defence Procurement, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC)
    Communicating with federal public office holders regarding matters related to artificial intelligence, including potential regulation of AI, applications of AI in government operations, federal investments in AI research and deployment, and technological developments that impact Canada’s digital economy. Communications may also address AI literacy, workforce training, and skills development, as well as the development, implementation, and amendment of Canadian AI policies and frameworks. Broader discussions may include policies and programs that support the responsible adoption and ethical use of AI, along with cloud computing and secure and sovereign digital infrastructure to advance the competitiveness of the Canadian economy. Read more

    Working with the Government of Canada on IT procurement reform and the delivery of technology services, specifically opportunities to increase the productivity and efficiency of technology services and spend.

    Official report

    • Evan Solomon · Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Communicating with federal public office holders regarding matters related to artificial intelligence, including potential regulation of AI, applications of AI in government operations, federal investments in AI research and deployment, and technological developments that impact Canada’s digital economy. Communications may also address AI literacy, workforce training, and skills development, as well as the development, implementation, and amendment of Canadian AI policies and frameworks. Broader discussions may include policies and programs that support the responsible adoption and ethical use of AI, along with cloud computing and secure and sovereign digital infrastructure to advance the competitiveness of the Canadian economy. Read more

    Official report

    • Mark Schaan · Deputy Minister, Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Communicating with federal public office holders regarding matters related to artificial intelligence, including potential regulation of AI, applications of AI in government operations, federal investments in AI research and deployment, and technological developments that impact Canada’s digital economy. Communications may also address AI literacy, workforce training, and skills development, as well as the development, implementation, and amendment of Canadian AI policies and frameworks. Broader discussions may include policies and programs that support the responsible adoption and ethical use of AI, along with cloud computing and secure and sovereign digital infrastructure to advance the competitiveness of the Canadian economy. Read more

    Official report

  • Foster Moore
    • David McFarlane · Director of Policy, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Foster Moore is pursuing an alternative service delivery model for the modernization and renewal of the Corporations Canada business registry.

    Official report

    • Mary-Rose Brown · Chief of Staff, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC)
    Working with the Government of Canada on IT procurement reform and the delivery of technology services, specifically opportunities to increase the productivity and efficiency of technology services and spend. Read more

    Official report

    • Sheryl Groeneweg · Director General, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    The federal government has applied a 25 per cent surtax on imports of steel and aluminum products from China, effective October 15, 2024. McNairn Packaging Canada intends to make representations to inform government officials of the public policy and economic impact of such tariffs on Canadian-owned companies who are producing value-added aluminum products. Read more

    Official report

  • Atlantic Coated Papers
    • Sheryl Groeneweg · Director General, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    The federal government has applied a 25 per cent surtax on imports of steel and aluminum products from China, effective October 15, 2024. Atlantic Coated Papers intends to make representations to inform government officials of the public policy and economic impact of such tariffs on Canadian-owned companies who are producing value-added aluminum products. Read more

    Official report

  • Foster Moore
    • Paul Moen · Chief of Staff, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Yasmin Atassi · Senior Policy Advisor, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Foster Moore is pursuing an alternative service delivery model for the modernization and renewal of the Corporations Canada business registry.

    Official report

  • OneClose Inc.
    • Julien Brazeau · Assistant Deputy Minister, Finance Canada (FIN)
    Secure regulatory approval to confirm the OneClose mortgage loan complies with existing federal legislation governing mortgage insurance. This includes potential amendments to the Protection of Residential Mortgage or Hypothecary Insurance Act. Read more

    To bring awareness to the OneClose mortgage product solution and reflect industry experience on government programs to increase housing supply.

    Official report

  • FreshBooks Inc.
    • Aline Dimitri · Director General, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Engaging with policymakers about issues affecting Canadian small business owners, particularly soloproneurs and microproneurs.

    Official report

  • Atlantic Coated Papers
    • Michael Mosier · Director, Finance Canada (FIN)
    The federal government has applied a 25 per cent surtax on imports of steel and aluminum products from China, effective October 15, 2024. Atlantic Coated Papers intends to make representations to inform government officials of the public policy and economic impact of such tariffs on Canadian-owned companies who are producing value-added aluminum products. Read more

    Official report

    • Michael Mosier · Director, Finance Canada (FIN)
    The federal government has applied a 25 per cent surtax on imports of steel and aluminum products from China, effective October 15, 2024. McNairn Packaging Canada intends to make representations to inform government officials of the public policy and economic impact of such tariffs on Canadian-owned companies who are producing value-added aluminum products. Read more

    Official report

  • Atlantic Coated Papers
    • James Achoneftos · Director, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    The federal government has applied a 25 per cent surtax on imports of steel and aluminum products from China, effective October 15, 2024. Atlantic Coated Papers intends to make representations to inform government officials of the public policy and economic impact of such tariffs on Canadian-owned companies who are producing value-added aluminum products. Read more

    Official report

    • James Achoneftos · Director, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    The federal government has applied a 25 per cent surtax on imports of steel and aluminum products from China, effective October 15, 2024. McNairn Packaging Canada intends to make representations to inform government officials of the public policy and economic impact of such tariffs on Canadian-owned companies who are producing value-added aluminum products. Read more

    Official report

  • HONDA CANADA INC.
    • Lisa Setlakwe · Assistant Deputy Minister, Safety and Security, Transport Canada (TC)
    • Paula Vieira · Director General, Transport Canada (TC)
    NATIONAL ZERO-EMISSIONS VEHICLE STRATEGY: Communicating with government officials about the National Zero-Emissions Vehicle Strategy, more specifically (i) providing expert industry input on the strategy and (ii) participating in various advisory groups. These communications will involve discussions about infrastructure, incentives, supply, and public awareness. Read more

    CHEMICAL MANAGEMENT PLAN: Communicating with government officials about the Chemical Management Plan, more specifically (i) clarifying ongoing use of substances in Canada and (ii) participating in relevant government consultations.

    MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY ACT: Communicating with government officials about the Motor Vehicle Safety Act, more specifically (i) alignment with American safety standards, (ii) flexibility on regulations for vehicles, (iii) target setting for greenhouse gas emissions and (iv) improved recall completion rates.

    Official report

    • Hamid Mohamed · Senior Advisor, Operations and Stakeholder Engagement, Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev)
    Adoption, commercialization, and governance around Artificial Intelligence.

    Official report

  • OneClose Inc.
    • Matthew O'Connell · Deputy Director of Policy, Finance Canada (FIN)
    • Kyle Fox · Deputy Director of Policy, Finance Canada (FIN)
    To bring awareness to the OneClose mortgage product solution and reflect industry experience on government programs to increase housing supply. Read more

    Secure regulatory approval to confirm the OneClose mortgage loan complies with existing federal legislation governing mortgage insurance. This includes potential amendments to the Protection of Residential Mortgage or Hypothecary Insurance Act.

    Official report

    • Mary-Rose Brown · Chief of Staff, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC)
    Defence procurement policy designed to enhance the participation of Canadian?based small and medium?sized enterprises in advanced manufacturing activities supporting government military procurement programs. Read more

    Official report

    • Mark Schaan · Deputy Secretary to the Cabinet, Privy Council Office (PCO)
    • Stephen Fertuck · Acting Director General, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Adoption, commercialization, and governance around Artificial Intelligence.

    Official report

  • The Crystal Beach Tennis and Yacht Club is looking to secure funding from Canada to support the reconstruction of the seawall where the Club is located.

    Official report

  • OneClose Inc.
    • Julien Brazeau · Associate Assistant Deputy Minister, Finance Canada (FIN)
    Secure regulatory approval to confirm the OneClose mortgage loan complies with existing federal legislation governing mortgage insurance. This includes potential amendments to the Protection of Residential Mortgage or Hypothecary Insurance Act. Read more

    To bring awareness to the OneClose mortgage product solution and reflect industry experience on government programs to increase housing supply.

    Official report

    • Maude Lavoie · Associate Assistant Deputy Minister, Finance Canada (FIN)
    Digital Services Taxes and the introduction of Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 899 included in a recent Bill passed through the United States House of Representatives. Read more

    Official report

    • Michael Mosier · Director, Finance Canada (FIN)
    Digital Services Taxes and the introduction of Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 899 included in a recent Bill passed through the United States House of Representatives. Read more

    Official report

    • Greg Orencsak · Deputy Minister, Health Canada (HC)
    • Eric Costen · Associate Deputy Minister, Health Canada (HC)
    Healthcare policy and potential legislation relating to employee benefit programs and the cost of pharmaceuticals, and healthcare policy related to virtual care services Read more

    Seeking to raise awareness about prescription drug coverage policy considerations and concerns in context of national universal pharmacare proposals directly and as a participant in the Together for Better Health Coalition. Other related initiatives include high cost drugs for rare disease and PMPRB regulations

    Official report

From the Office of the Commissioner of Lobbying's open data, published November 5, 2026. Reports cover oral, arranged meetings with designated public office holders since November 22, 2021; lobbyists file them by the 15th of the following month. Names of MPs are matched to the current House of Commons, and bills are linked when the lobbyist's own description makes clear which bill it means. Contains information licensed under the Open Data Licence Agreement — Office of the Commissioner of Lobbying. Licence. PolitiKit is independent and is not endorsed by the Commissioner of Lobbying.