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Lobbying by Metis Nation of British Columbia: its registrations, its lobbyists, the bills it has named and every meeting it has reported with federal office holders since November 2021.

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Metis Nation of British Columbia

Meetings this Parliament
53
With MPs
18
Since Nov 2021
230
Active registrations
1

Most recent reported meeting: Aug 13, 2026.

Registrations in effect

Consultant In effect since Jan 1, 2026 Receives government funding

Consultant Bilal Cheema of Cheema Strategies Incorporated

Consultant lobbyists

  • Bilal Cheema Former public office holder

    Formerly Regional Negotiator, Aboriginal Negotiations Division, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2012–2017)

    Formerly Director, Policy Branch, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2010–2012)

    Formerly Advisor to Area Director, North Coast Area, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2010–2010)

    Formerly Policy Analyst, Treaty and Policy, Treaty and Policy Division (2009–2009)

  • Bilal Cheema Former public office holder

    Formerly Regional Negotiator, Aboriginal Negotiations Division, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2012–2017)

    Formerly Director, Policy Branch, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2010–2012)

    Formerly Advisor to Area Director, North Coast Area, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2010–2010)

    Formerly Policy Analyst, Treaty and Policy, Treaty and Policy Division (2009–2009)

  • Bilal Cheema Former public office holder

    Formerly Regional Negotiator, Aboriginal Negotiations Division, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2012–2017)

    Formerly Director, Policy Branch, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2010–2012)

    Formerly Advisor to Area Director, North Coast Area, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2010–2010)

    Formerly Policy Analyst, Treaty and Policy, Treaty and Policy Division (2009–2009)

  • Bilal Cheema Former public office holder

    Formerly Regional Negotiator, Aboriginal Negotiations Division, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2012–2017)

    Formerly Director, Policy Branch, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2010–2012)

    Formerly Advisor to Area Director, North Coast Area, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2010–2010)

    Formerly Policy Analyst, Treaty and Policy, Treaty and Policy Division (2009–2009)

  • Bilal Cheema Former public office holder

    Formerly Regional Negotiator, Aboriginal Negotiations Division, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2012–2017)

    Formerly Director, Policy Branch, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2010–2012)

    Formerly Advisor to Area Director, North Coast Area, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2010–2010)

    Formerly Policy Analyst, Treaty and Policy, Treaty and Policy Division (2009–2009)

  • Bilal Cheema Former public office holder

    Formerly Regional Negotiator, Aboriginal Negotiations Division, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2012–2017)

    Formerly Director, Policy Branch, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2010–2012)

    Formerly Advisor to Area Director, North Coast Area, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (2010–2010)

    Formerly Policy Analyst, Treaty and Policy, Treaty and Policy Division (2009–2009)

Institutions they may lobby: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Canada Infrastructure Bank, Canadian Heritage (PCH), Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC), Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Finance Canada (FIN), Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), Global Affairs Canada (GAC), Health Canada (HC), House of Commons, Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC), Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), Justice Canada (JC), National Defence (DND), Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan), Prime Minister's Office (PMO), Privy Council Office (PCO), Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), Rural Economic Development (Minister’s Office), Senate of Canada, Treasury Board Of Canada Secretariat (TBS), Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), Women and Gender Equality (WAGE)

What they're lobbying on (9)
  • Seek ways for Metis Artists in British Columbia can participate in the diplomatic gifting program and ensure government buildings include metis art in their buildings.
  • Negotiate revisions to the terms of reference for the Recognitions of Indigenous Rights and Self-Determination table. Ensure the Government of Canada continues to engage Metis Nation British Columbia in advancing self government discussions. Additionally, provide updates to government officials on the research work being done across British Columbia to advance self government discussions.
  • Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes.
  • Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia.
  • Seek understanding and adequate funding supports on programs that will help Metis women and LGBTQ community in BC.
  • Understand what supports are available for adoption of digital governance and seek federal funding for updates and adoption of digital governance.
  • Ensure the Indigenous Justice Strategy includes perspectives from the Metis Nation British Columbia.
  • Ensure MNBC is included in the program delivery stream of the National School Food Program.
  • Lead the negotiations for a self government agreement.

Registration 945158-371223-17. Look it up in the official Registry

Reported meetings

Spreadsheet

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Karla Atanacio · West and North Regional and Outreach Advisor, Women and Gender Equality (WAGE)
    Seek understanding and adequate funding supports on programs that will help Metis women and LGBTQ community in BC.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Benjamin Doyle · Acting Director, Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)
    Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes. Read more

    Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Dolly Hos · Policy Manager, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC)
    Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes. Read more

    Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia.

    Ensure MNBC is included in the program delivery stream of the National School Food Program.

    Ensure the Indigenous Justice Strategy includes perspectives from the Metis Nation British Columbia.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Eiad El Fateh · Director, Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC)
    Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes. Read more

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Sherry Smith · Deputy Chief of Staff & Director of Policy, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC)
    Ensure MNBC is included in the program delivery stream of the National School Food Program. Read more

    Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia.

    Ensure the Indigenous Justice Strategy includes perspectives from the Metis Nation British Columbia.

    Seek understanding and adequate funding supports on programs that will help Metis women and LGBTQ community in BC.

    Lead the negotiations for a self government agreement.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Jacqueline Thorne · Director, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
    • Misha Celentano · Manager, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
    Ensure MNBC is included in the program delivery stream of the National School Food Program.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Rebecca Alty · Minister, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC)
    Ensure the Indigenous Justice Strategy includes perspectives from the Metis Nation British Columbia. Read more

    Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia.

    Ensure MNBC is included in the program delivery stream of the National School Food Program.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    Negotiate revisions to the terms of reference for the Recognitions of Indigenous Rights and Self-Determination table. Ensure the Government of Canada continues to engage Metis Nation British Columbia in advancing self government discussions. Additionally, provide updates to government officials on the research work being done across British Columbia to advance self government discussions. Read more

    Lead the negotiations for a self government agreement.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Mary-Luisa Kapelus · Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC)
    • Kate Ledgerwood · Director General, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC)
    Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia. Read more

    Ensure MNBC is included in the program delivery stream of the National School Food Program.

    Ensure the Indigenous Justice Strategy includes perspectives from the Metis Nation British Columbia.

    Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Rechie Valdez · Minister, Women and Gender Equality (WAGE)
    • Karla Atanacio · West and North Regional and Outreach Advisor, Women and Gender Equality (WAGE)
    Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia. Read more

    Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes.

    Seek understanding and adequate funding supports on programs that will help Metis women and LGBTQ community in BC.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Karla Atanacio · West and North Regional and Outreach Advisor, Women and Gender Equality (WAGE)
    Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia. Read more

    Seek understanding and adequate funding supports on programs that will help Metis women and LGBTQ community in BC.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Dolly Hos · A/Director, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC)
    Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia. Read more

    Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes.

    Seek ways for Metis Artists in British Columbia can participate in the diplomatic gifting program and ensure government buildings include metis art in their buildings.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Bryn de Chastelain · Director of Operations, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    Lead the negotiations for a self government agreement. Read more

    Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Karla Atanacio · West and North Regional and Outreach Advisor, Women and Gender Equality (WAGE)
    Seek understanding and adequate funding supports on programs that will help Metis women and LGBTQ community in BC. Read more

    Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Ana Bailao · Chief Executive Officer, Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC)
    Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes. Read more

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Lisa Smylie · Assistant Deputy Minister, Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)
    • Laurel Gascho · Acting Director General, Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)
    Ensure MNBC is included in the program delivery stream of the National School Food Program. Read more

    Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia.

    Negotiate revisions to the terms of reference for the Recognitions of Indigenous Rights and Self-Determination table. Ensure the Government of Canada continues to engage Metis Nation British Columbia in advancing self government discussions. Additionally, provide updates to government officials on the research work being done across British Columbia to advance self government discussions.

    Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Karla Atanacio · West and North Regional and Outreach Advisor, Women and Gender Equality (WAGE)
    Seek understanding and adequate funding supports on programs that will help Metis women and LGBTQ community in BC. Read more

    Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes. Read more

    Seek understanding and adequate funding supports on programs that will help Metis women and LGBTQ community in BC.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Bryn de Chastelain · Director of Operations, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia. Read more

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Diane Chieng · Senior Regional Advisor, Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC)
    Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia. Read more

    Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Karla Atanacio · West and North Regional and Outreach Advisor, Women and Gender Equality (WAGE)
    Seek understanding and adequate funding supports on programs that will help Metis women and LGBTQ community in BC. Read more

    Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Ayla Dumais · Stakeholder Relations Advisor, House of Commons
    Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia. Read more

    Negotiate revisions to the terms of reference for the Recognitions of Indigenous Rights and Self-Determination table. Ensure the Government of Canada continues to engage Metis Nation British Columbia in advancing self government discussions. Additionally, provide updates to government officials on the research work being done across British Columbia to advance self government discussions.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Sherry Smith · Director of Policy, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC)
    • Liam Olsen · Senior Regional Policy Advisor, BC and North, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC)
    Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia. Read more

    Negotiate revisions to the terms of reference for the Recognitions of Indigenous Rights and Self-Determination table. Ensure the Government of Canada continues to engage Metis Nation British Columbia in advancing self government discussions. Additionally, provide updates to government officials on the research work being done across British Columbia to advance self government discussions.

    Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Soha Samii · Regional Advisor for Western Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Marianne Goodwin · Director of Parliamentary Affairs, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes. Read more

    Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia.

    Negotiate revisions to the terms of reference for the Recognitions of Indigenous Rights and Self-Determination table. Ensure the Government of Canada continues to engage Metis Nation British Columbia in advancing self government discussions. Additionally, provide updates to government officials on the research work being done across British Columbia to advance self government discussions.

    Official report

  • Reported by Bilal Cheema · Consultant

    • Lucia Liang · Advisor, West and North, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC)
    • Whitney McDiarmid · Policy Advisor, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC)
    Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia. Read more

    Negotiate revisions to the terms of reference for the Recognitions of Indigenous Rights and Self-Determination table. Ensure the Government of Canada continues to engage Metis Nation British Columbia in advancing self government discussions. Additionally, provide updates to government officials on the research work being done across British Columbia to advance self government discussions.

    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.