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Bill Flanagan's lobbying: the registrations they file and every meeting they've reported since November 2021.

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Registrant (responsible officer)

Bill Flanagan

President and Vice-Chancellor

For companies and organizations, the most senior paid officer files the registration and the monthly reports, whoever attended the meeting.

Meetings this Parliament
166
Since Nov 2021
615
Active registrations
1

Reported meetings

  • University of Alberta
    • Dominic Rochon · Deputy Minister and Chief Information Officer, Treasury Board Of Canada Secretariat (TBS)
    • Marjolaine Preault · Executive Assistant, Treasury Board Of Canada Secretariat (TBS)
    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure. Read more

    Advocacy related to university engagement in Canadian priorities in artificial intelligence, data systems and related computing science and energy subjects, including but not limited to specific calls for proposals.

    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Megan Jarosch · Senior Advisor to the Assistant Deputy Minister's Office, Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
    • Shelagh Hayes · Director General, Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
    • Derek Armstrong · Manager, Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure. Read more

    Advocacy related to university engagement in Canadian priorities in artificial intelligence, data systems and related computing science and energy subjects, including but not limited to specific calls for proposals.

    Advocacy to advance Canadian leadership in priority areas to support world class research, talent attraction and retention, and knowledge mobilization.

    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Sachelle Magloire-Prosper · Director of Operations, Privy Council Office (PCO)
    Advocacy to enhance support for university research mobilization and commercialization activities.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Paula Folkes-Dallaire · Associate Assistant Deputy Minister, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC)
    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments. Read more

    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Marie-Helene Legare · Director General, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Nipun Vats · Assistant Deputy Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Advocacy related to university engagement in Canadian priorities in artificial intelligence, data systems and related computing science and energy subjects, including but not limited to specific calls for proposals. Read more

    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure.

    Discussions with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada and other relevant departments and agencies regarding the role of universities in supporting federal innovation initiatives, policies and programs.

    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Manal Bahubeshi · Associate Vice-President, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)
    Advocacy to increase support for university research, including research funding and granting programs administered by the tri-agencies (SSHRC, NSERC, CIHR) and other departments and agencies. Read more

    Advocacy related to university engagement in Canadian priorities in artificial intelligence, data systems and related computing science and energy subjects, including but not limited to specific calls for proposals.

    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure.

    Advocacy to ensure that proposals to develop or amend federal legislation, regulations, policies or programs that directly or indirectly impact the post-secondary system reflect the needs of universities and support our research and education mission.

    Advocacy to secure support in the budget for post-secondary education, research, innovation, and science and technology.

    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments.

    Advocacy to advance Canadian leadership in priority areas to support world class research, talent attraction and retention, and knowledge mobilization.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Sylvain Charbonneau · President and CEO, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Advocacy to increase support for university research, including research funding and granting programs administered by the tri-agencies (SSHRC, NSERC, CIHR) and other departments and agencies. Read more

    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure.

    Advocacy to secure support in the budget for post-secondary education, research, innovation, and science and technology.

    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments.

    Advocacy to advance Canadian leadership in priority areas to support world class research, talent attraction and retention, and knowledge mobilization.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Ritu Banerjee · Assistant Deputy Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Rodrigo Arancibia · A/Director General, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Advocacy to enhance support for university research mobilization and commercialization activities.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Patti LaBoucane-Benson · Senator, Senate of Canada
    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure. Read more

    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • John McNair · Senator, Senate of Canada
    • Mary Robinson · Senator, Senate of Canada
    Discussions regarding research and development initiatives and federal support related to energy and environment, and climate change research, innovation, commercialization, talent and knowledge mobilization. Read more

    Advocacy related to university engagement in Canadian priorities in artificial intelligence, data systems and related computing science and energy subjects, including but not limited to specific calls for proposals.

    Advocacy to advance Canadian leadership in priority areas to support world class research, talent attraction and retention, and knowledge mobilization.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Taleeb Noormohamed · Parliamentary Secretary, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Advocacy related to university engagement in Canadian priorities in artificial intelligence, data systems and related computing science and energy subjects, including but not limited to specific calls for proposals. Read more

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Julie Lefebvre · Vice President, National Research Council (NRC)
    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure. Read more

    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Andrew Myles · Director General, Nanotechnology, National Research Council (NRC)
    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments. Read more

    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Peter Fragiskatos · Parliamentary Secretary, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
    Advocacy to improve immigration policies and programs for prospective and current university students, faculty, and staff.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Paul Thompson · Deputy Minister, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
    • Helen Smiley · Director General, Strategic Integration, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
    Advocacy to secure support in the budget for post-secondary education, research, innovation, and science and technology. Read more

    Advocacy to improve immigration policies and programs for prospective and current university students, faculty, and staff.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Kevin Brosseau · Canada's Fentanyl Czar, Privy Council Office (PCO)
    • Wendy Hadwen · Assistant Deputy Minister, National Defence (DND)
    • Emily Geday · Chief of Staff, Privy Council Office (PCO)
    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure. Read more

    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Jill McKnight · Minister, Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC)
    • Iqra Ishtiaq · Regional Advisor (North and West), Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC)
    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure. Read more

    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Julie Boyer · Assistant Deputy Minister, Canadian Heritage (PCH)
    • Sarah Boily · Director General, Canadian Heritage (PCH)
    • Chantal Alarie · Regional Director (Western), Canadian Heritage (PCH)
    Advocacy to secure support in the budget for post-secondary education, research, innovation, and science and technology. Read more

    Discussions regarding official language funding amounts and mechanisms.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Karim Bardeesy · Parliamentary Secretary, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Advocacy related to university engagement in Canadian priorities in artificial intelligence, data systems and related computing science and energy subjects, including but not limited to specific calls for proposals. Read more

    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure.

    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Stephen Fuhr · Secretary of State, Defence Procurement, National Defence (DND)
    • James Rourke · Policy and Operations Advisor, National Defence (DND)
    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure. Read more

    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Mark Schaan · Deputy Secretary to the Cabinet, Privy Council Office (PCO)
    • Andrea Rousseau · Chief of Staff to the Deputy Secretary (AI), Privy Council Office (PCO)
    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure. Read more

    Advocacy related to university engagement in Canadian priorities in artificial intelligence, data systems and related computing science and energy subjects, including but not limited to specific calls for proposals.

    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Phillip Jennings · Deputy Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Nipun Vats · Assistant Deputy Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Advocacy related to university engagement in Canadian priorities in artificial intelligence, data systems and related computing science and energy subjects, including but not limited to specific calls for proposals. Read more

    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure.

    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Nipun Vats · Assistant Deputy Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Advocacy related to university engagement in Canadian priorities in artificial intelligence, data systems and related computing science and energy subjects, including but not limited to specific calls for proposals. Read more

    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure.

    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Scott Gilmore · Prime Minister's Senior Advisor on Foreign, Defence, and Security Policy, Prime Minister's Office (PMO)
    Advocacy to secure federal support to develop and upgrade university infrastructure, including but not limited to research and learning facilities, digital infrastructure, and transit infrastructure. Read more

    Advocacy for university initiatives related to Canadian priorities across the defence spectrum, including initiatives relevant to both Defence and Veterans' Affairs, among other federal departments.

    Official report

  • University of Alberta
    • Eleanor Olszewski · Minister, Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
    • Umaima Mirza · Office Manager, Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
    • Jacqueline Ivanc · Communications Assistant, Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
    Advocacy to secure support in the budget for post-secondary education, research, innovation, and science and technology. Read more

    Discussions regarding official language funding amounts and mechanisms.

    Advocacy to improve immigration policies and programs for prospective and current university students, faculty, and staff.

    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.