Organization
Colleges and Institutes Canada
- Meetings this Parliament
- 156
- With MPs
- 31
- Since Nov 2021
- 557
- Active registrations
- 1
Most recent reported meeting: Sep 29, 2026.
Lobbying by Colleges and Institutes Canada: its registrations, its lobbyists, the bills it has named and every meeting it has reported with federal office holders since November 2021.
← LobbyingRegistrations in effect
In-house (organization) In effect since May 8, 2026 Receives government funding
Filed by Pari Johnston, President and Chief Executive Officer
Lobbyists
- Florence Touré · Vice-President, Programs and Partnerships
- Gustave Pinault-Masson · Senior Policy Advisor, Government Relations and Policy Research
- Marie-Josée Fortin · Director, America's & Francophone & Lusophone Africa
- Michael McDonald · Vice?President, External and Member Relations
- Pari Johnston · President and Chief Executive Officer
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Rose Blackwood · Senior Policy Advisor, Government Relations & Policy Research
Former public office holder
Formerly Member's Assistant, Office of Alistair MacGregor, MP, House of Commons (2018–2021)
Formerly Constituency Assistant, Office of Murray Rankin, MP, House of Commons (2017–2017)
- Tresanna Hassanally · Manager, Planning for Canada
- Victoria Johnston · Policy Analyst, Government Relations and Policy Research
Institutions they may lobby: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), Bank of Canada, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, Canada Foundation for Innovation, Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB), Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Canadian Heritage (PCH), Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor), Canadian Space Agency (CSA), Copyright Board of Canada (CB), Correctional Service of Canada (CSC), Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC), Elections Canada, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev), Finance Canada (FIN), Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), Global Affairs Canada (GAC), Health Canada (HC), House of Commons, Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC), Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), International Development Research Centre (IDRC), National Capital Commission (NCC), National Defence (DND), National Research Council (NRC), Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC), Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages (OCOL), Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan), Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Prime Minister's Office (PMO), Privy Council Office (PCO), Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC), Public Safety Canada (PS), Public Service Commission of Canada (PSC), Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), Senate of Canada, Service Canada (ServCan), Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), Statistics Canada (StatCan), Transport Canada (TC), Treasury Board Of Canada Secretariat (TBS), Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), Women and Gender Equality (WAGE)
What they're lobbying on (13)Hide details
- Advocate for place-based solutions to Canada’s biggest challenges, which support the region-specific mandates of public colleges and ensure local training needs are considered in policy development.
- Increase support to developing countries and other partner countries to build technical and vocational training capacity, strengthen skills development and education systems, and enhance Canada’s global education brand.
- Advocate for support for college-led research as a core component of federal research and innovation funding and policy.
- Discuss how colleges can support immigration programs, such as foreign credential recognition or international students, to meet Canada’s labour market needs, and share with officials impacts of policy changes on the college sector.
- Share with officials how colleges can support Canada’s training and workforce development needs to meet Canada’s biggest challenges.
- Share with officials the role of colleges and institutes in delivering high quality education for Canadians, and ensuring access to education for Canadians.
- Advance reconciliation through partnerships with Canada’s public colleges, institutes, CEGEPs, polytechnics, and Indigenous Institutes of Education.
- Promote the role and expertise of colleges in deepening Canada’s relationships with other countries.
- Promote the value of educational fair dealing in supporting colleges and institutes in their mandate to provide advanced skills and to enable them to better respond to the skills shortage.
- Increase investments and support to address colleges’ infrastructure needs to increase Canada’s training space and access in key high-demand fields that align with federal priority areas.
- Enable post-secondary institutions to obtain grants and loans to develop student housing projects, with additional supports for housing that supports students from vulnerable populations.
- Ensure Canada’s colleges and institutes have the necessary federal support to provide high-quality training for future healthcare professionals.
- Ensure the specific needs of institutions, including French institutions and those in minority linguistic communities, are taken into account when federal policies and programs are designed and delivered.
Registration 956617-16499-76. Look it up in the official Registry
Reported meetings
SpreadsheetFiled by Pari Johnston (336), Denise Amyot (221).
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Harpreet Kochhar · Deputy Minister, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
- Bronwyn May · Acting Assistant Deputy Minister, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Ensure a sustainable International Student Program, with student levels that meets national, and regional goals. Read more
Harmonization and simplification of immigration policies with respect to facilitating study and work permit processes while ensuring integrity measures in place.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Isabelle Buchanan · Policy Advisor, Office of the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Harmonization and simplification of immigration policies with respect to facilitating study and work permit processes while ensuring integrity measures in place. Read more
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Michelle Gravelle · Acting Assistant Deputy Minister, Science and Research Sector, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Share impact of reforms to International Student Program and Post-Graduation Work Permit. Read more
Obtain updates from federal officials on research and innovation policy development.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Matthew O'Connell · Senior Policy Advisor, Office of the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Integrate colleges as equal partners and their role explicitly articulated in the mandate and objectives of new funding mechanisms, in recognition of their capacity to deliver practical research solutions for the benefit of Canadians. Read more
Obtain updates from federal officials on research and innovation policy development.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Isabelle Buchanan · Policy Advisor, Office of the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Harmonization and simplification of immigration policies with respect to facilitating study and work permit processes while ensuring integrity measures in place. Read more
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Kristina Namiesniowski · Senior Associate Deputy Minister, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
Share impact of reforms to International Student Program and Post-Graduation Work Permit.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Mike Burton · Chief of Staff, Office of the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Share impact of reforms to International Student Program and Post-Graduation Work Permit.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Mona Nemer · Chief Science Advisor, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
- Geneviève Tanguay · Vice-Chief Science Advisor, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
- Masha Cemma · Senior Policy Advisor, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Share impact of reforms to International Student Program and Post-Graduation Work Permit. Read more
Integrate colleges as equal partners and their role explicitly articulated in the mandate and objectives of new funding mechanisms, in recognition of their capacity to deliver practical research solutions for the benefit of Canadians.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Lianne Rood · Member of Parliament
Integrate colleges as equal partners and their role explicitly articulated in the mandate and objectives of new funding mechanisms, in recognition of their capacity to deliver practical research solutions for the benefit of Canadians. Read more
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Jeffrey Li · Policy Advisor, Finance Canada (FIN)
Share impact of reforms to International Student Program and Post-Graduation Work Permit.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Mary Ng · Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Promote the role and expertise of colleges in deepening Canada’s relationships with other countries.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Nipun Vats · Assistant Deputy Minister, Science and Research Sector, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
- Brian McGregor · Senior Policy Analyst, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Boost innovation by reviewing eligibility for Tri-Council and Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) programming, with particular focus on expanding eligibility to Canadian colleges to access funding opportunities. Read more
Integrate colleges as equal partners and their role explicitly articulated in the mandate and objectives of new funding mechanisms, in recognition of their capacity to deliver practical research solutions for the benefit of Canadians.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Mike Burton · Chief of Staff, Office of the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Share impact of reforms to International Student Program and Post-Graduation Work Permit.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Philip Jennings · Deputy Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Share impact of reforms to International Student Program and Post-Graduation Work Permit. Read more
Integrate colleges as equal partners and their role explicitly articulated in the mandate and objectives of new funding mechanisms, in recognition of their capacity to deliver practical research solutions for the benefit of Canadians.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Nipun Vats · Assistant Deputy Minister, Science and Research Sector, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
- Brian McGregor · Senior Policy Analyst, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Increase support for colleges in covering indirect costs of research, including costs associated with integrating federal requirement related to research security. Read more
Integrate colleges as equal partners and their role explicitly articulated in the mandate and objectives of new funding mechanisms, in recognition of their capacity to deliver practical research solutions for the benefit of Canadians.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Sarah MacDonald · Senior Policy Advisor, Office of the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
- Shaina Sharma · Parliamentary Affairs and Issues Management Advisor, Office of the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Ensure that the new Capstone research organization is properly capitalized to ensure delivery of its objectives to meet Canada’s main policy challenges. Read more
Ensure colleges are represented in key science and technology decision-making groups, such as the Board of the new capstone research organization and merit review committees.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Isabelle Buchanan · Policy Advisor, Office of the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Adjust Canada’s immigration rules to better retain Canadian trained talent in in-demand occupation areas. Read more
Share impact of reforms to International Student Program and Post-Graduation Work Permit.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Jennifer Miller · Assistant Secretary to the Cabinet, Social Development Policy, Privy Council Office (PCO)
- Mike McGuire · Director of Operations, Intergovernmental Affairs, Privy Council Office (PCO)
- Farnaz Behrooz · Senior Policy Officer, Privy Council Office (PCO)
- Phoebe Mitton · Policy Advisor, Privy Council Office (PCO)
Share impact of reforms to International Student Program and Post-Graduation Work Permit.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Tina Matos · Acting Assistant Deputy Minister, Economic, Family and Social Immigration, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
- Bronwyn May · Director General, Temporary Economic Immigration Policy, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
- Julie Spattz · Senior Director, Temporary Economic Immigration, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Adjust Canada’s immigration rules to better retain Canadian trained talent in in-demand occupation areas. Read more
Share impact of reforms to International Student Program and Post-Graduation Work Permit.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Mona Fortier · Member of Parliament
Share impact of reforms to International Student Program and Post-Graduation Work Permit. Read more
Adjust Canada’s immigration rules to better retain Canadian trained talent in in-demand occupation areas.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Kristina Namiesniowski · Senior Associate Deputy Minister, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
- Colette Kaminsky · Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
- Atiq Rahman · Assistant Deputy Minister, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
Share with officials how colleges can support Canada’s training needs, and the role of colleges and institutes in delivering high quality education for Canadians and meeting Canada’s biggest challenges. Read more
Adjust Canada’s immigration rules to better retain Canadian trained talent in in-demand occupation areas.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Suzy McDonald · Associate Deputy Minister, Finance Canada (FIN)
- Julie Nero · Advisor/Economist, Finance Canada (FIN)
Share impact of reforms to International Student Program and Post-Graduation Work Permit. Read more
Adjust Canada’s immigration rules to better retain Canadian trained talent in in-demand occupation areas.
Share with officials how colleges can support Canada’s training needs, and the role of colleges and institutes in delivering high quality education for Canadians and meeting Canada’s biggest challenges.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Mike Burton · Chief of Staff, Office of the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
- Julia Carbone · Director of Policy and Legal Affairs, Office of the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
- Isabelle Buchanan · Policy Advisor, Office of the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Adjust Canada’s immigration rules to better retain Canadian trained talent in in-demand occupation areas.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Alejandro Adem · President, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)
Ensure that the new Capstone research organization is properly capitalized to ensure delivery of its objectives to meet Canada’s main policy challenges.
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Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)
- Isabelle Buchanan · Policy Advisor, Office of the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Adjust Canada’s immigration rules to better retain Canadian trained talent in in-demand occupation areas. Read more
Share impact of reforms to International Student Program and Post-Graduation Work Permit.
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.