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Lobbying by Manitoba Hydro: 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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Corporation

Manitoba Hydro

Meetings this Parliament
15
With MPs
0
Since Nov 2021
24
Active registrations
1

Most recent reported meeting: Jul 15, 2026.

Registrations in effect

In-house (corporation) In effect since Aug 28, 2026 Receives government funding

Filed by Hal Turner, Chief Executive Officer

Lobbyists

  • Jeff Betker · Vice President of External & Indigenous Relations And Communications Former designated public office holder

    Formerly Senior Advisor, Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada, Office of the Federal interlocutor for Metis and Non-Status Indians (2016–2018)

  • Alastair Fogg · Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
  • Galvin Friesen · Financial Operations & Controls Department Manager
  • Lauren Aseltine · Government Relations Dept Manager

Institutions they may lobby: Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC), Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Finance Canada (FIN), Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), Prime Minister's Office (PMO), Privy Council Office (PCO)

What they're lobbying on (7)
  • Advance the interests of Indigenous Peoples. Contribute to clean growth and to meeting Canada’s climate objectives
  • Strengthen Canada’s autonomy, resilience and security. Provide economic or other benefits to Canada
  • Clean Electricity ITC, consultation and advising on how Manitoba Hydro is perusing implementation of the regulation and reducing GHG, while maintaining reliability of existing infrastructure, while highlighting economic opportunities.
  • The Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs). The program will provide direct financial support to eligible renewable energy and grid modernization projects during the construction phase.
  • The Smart Grid Program. Part of Natural Resource Canada’s targeted national programs addressing key infrastructure to advance the goals of the Pan Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change. It assists Utility-led projects to reduce GHG emissions, better utilize existing electricity assets and foster innovation and clean jobs for: demonstration of smart grid technologies and deployment of smart grid integrated systems.
  • Investment Tax Credits towards the construction of new Hydro-electric projects, wind projects, and subsequent labor requirements associated with each.
  • Engagement with the federal government in providing feedback on the development of the clean electricity regulation.

Registration 957254-375297-21. Look it up in the official Registry

Reported meetings

Spreadsheet

Filed by Allan Danroth (17), Jay Grewal (7).

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • Drew Leyburne · Assistant Deputy Minister,, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    Strengthen Canada’s autonomy, resilience and security. Provide economic or other benefits to Canada Read more

    Clean Electricity ITC, consultation and advising on how Manitoba Hydro is perusing implementation of the regulation and reducing GHG, while maintaining reliability of existing infrastructure, while highlighting economic opportunities.

    Official report

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • Samir Kassam · Deputy Chief of Staff and Director of Policy, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    • Sara Tracogna · Policy Advisor, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    Strengthen Canada’s autonomy, resilience and security. Provide economic or other benefits to Canada Read more

    Clean Electricity ITC, consultation and advising on how Manitoba Hydro is perusing implementation of the regulation and reducing GHG, while maintaining reliability of existing infrastructure, while highlighting economic opportunities.

    Official report

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • Maude Lavoie · Assistant Deputy Minister | Tax Branch, Finance Canada (FIN), Finance Canada (FIN)
    Strengthen Canada’s autonomy, resilience and security. Provide economic or other benefits to Canada Read more

    Clean Electricity ITC, consultation and advising on how Manitoba Hydro is perusing implementation of the regulation and reducing GHG, while maintaining reliability of existing infrastructure, while highlighting economic opportunities.

    Official report

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • Cheryl Cardinal · Director, Finance Canada (FIN)
    • Quinn Ferris · Senior Regional Advisor Finance Canada (FIN, Finance Canada (FIN)
    Clean Electricity ITC, consultation and advising on how Manitoba Hydro is perusing implementation of the regulation and reducing GHG, while maintaining reliability of existing infrastructure, while highlighting economic opportunities. Read more

    Strengthen Canada’s autonomy, resilience and security. Provide economic or other benefits to Canada

    Official report

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • Caroline Lee · Chief of Staff | Office of the Minister, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
    • Matthew Paisley · Director of Policy Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
    • Robyn Seetal · Senior Policy Advisor Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
    • Alex Kondakov · Senior Regional Advisor Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
    Strengthen Canada’s autonomy, resilience and security. Provide economic or other benefits to Canada Read more

    Clean Electricity ITC, consultation and advising on how Manitoba Hydro is perusing implementation of the regulation and reducing GHG, while maintaining reliability of existing infrastructure, while highlighting economic opportunities.

    Official report

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • Shawn Grover · Senior Policy Advisor, Prime Minister's Office (PMO)
    • Julia Lisztwan · Senior Policy Advisor | Policy and Cabinet Affairs, Prime Minister's Office (PMO, Prime Minister's Office (PMO)
    Strengthen Canada’s autonomy, resilience and security. Provide economic or other benefits to Canada Read more

    Clean Electricity ITC, consultation and advising on how Manitoba Hydro is perusing implementation of the regulation and reducing GHG, while maintaining reliability of existing infrastructure, while highlighting economic opportunities.

    Official report

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • Jennifer Saxe · Assistant deputy Minister, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
    The Smart Grid Program. Part of Natural Resource Canada’s targeted national programs addressing key infrastructure to advance the goals of the Pan Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change. It assists Utility-led projects to reduce GHG emissions, better utilize existing electricity assets and foster innovation and clean jobs for: demonstration of smart grid technologies and deployment of smart grid integrated systems. Read more

    The Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs). The program will provide direct financial support to eligible renewable energy and grid modernization projects during the construction phase.

    Investment Tax Credits towards the construction of new Hydro-electric projects, wind projects, and subsequent labor requirements associated with each.

    Official report

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • Shawn Grover · Senior Policy Advisor, Prime Minister's Office (PMO)
    The Smart Grid Program. Part of Natural Resource Canada’s targeted national programs addressing key infrastructure to advance the goals of the Pan Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change. It assists Utility-led projects to reduce GHG emissions, better utilize existing electricity assets and foster innovation and clean jobs for: demonstration of smart grid technologies and deployment of smart grid integrated systems. Read more

    The Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs). The program will provide direct financial support to eligible renewable energy and grid modernization projects during the construction phase.

    Investment Tax Credits towards the construction of new Hydro-electric projects, wind projects, and subsequent labor requirements associated with each.

    Official report

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • Ana Renart · Assistant Secretary to the Cabinet, Clean Growth, Privy Council Office (PCO)
    The Smart Grid Program. Part of Natural Resource Canada’s targeted national programs addressing key infrastructure to advance the goals of the Pan Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change. It assists Utility-led projects to reduce GHG emissions, better utilize existing electricity assets and foster innovation and clean jobs for: demonstration of smart grid technologies and deployment of smart grid integrated systems. Read more

    The Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs). The program will provide direct financial support to eligible renewable energy and grid modernization projects during the construction phase.

    Investment Tax Credits towards the construction of new Hydro-electric projects, wind projects, and subsequent labor requirements associated with each.

    Official report

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • Samir Kassam · Deputy Chief of Staff & Director of Policy, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    • Wale Oyebanjo · Senior Policy and Major Projects Advisor, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    The Smart Grid Program. Part of Natural Resource Canada’s targeted national programs addressing key infrastructure to advance the goals of the Pan Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change. It assists Utility-led projects to reduce GHG emissions, better utilize existing electricity assets and foster innovation and clean jobs for: demonstration of smart grid technologies and deployment of smart grid integrated systems. Read more

    Investment Tax Credits towards the construction of new Hydro-electric projects, wind projects, and subsequent labor requirements associated with each.

    The Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs). The program will provide direct financial support to eligible renewable energy and grid modernization projects during the construction phase.

    Official report

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • Drew Leyburne · Assistant Deputy Minister,, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    The Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs). The program will provide direct financial support to eligible renewable energy and grid modernization projects during the construction phase. Read more

    The Smart Grid Program. Part of Natural Resource Canada’s targeted national programs addressing key infrastructure to advance the goals of the Pan Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change. It assists Utility-led projects to reduce GHG emissions, better utilize existing electricity assets and foster innovation and clean jobs for: demonstration of smart grid technologies and deployment of smart grid integrated systems.

    Investment Tax Credits towards the construction of new Hydro-electric projects, wind projects, and subsequent labor requirements associated with each.

    Official report

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • Bayan Kadri · Policy Advisor, Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC)
    • Annina Plummer · North and Prairies Desk Housing, Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC)
    The Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs). The program will provide direct financial support to eligible renewable energy and grid modernization projects during the construction phase. Read more

    The Smart Grid Program. Part of Natural Resource Canada’s targeted national programs addressing key infrastructure to advance the goals of the Pan Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change. It assists Utility-led projects to reduce GHG emissions, better utilize existing electricity assets and foster innovation and clean jobs for: demonstration of smart grid technologies and deployment of smart grid integrated systems.

    Engagement with the federal government in providing feedback on the development of the clean electricity regulation.

    Official report

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • John Moffet · Associate Deputy Minister, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
    The Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs). The program will provide direct financial support to eligible renewable energy and grid modernization projects during the construction phase. Read more

    The Smart Grid Program. Part of Natural Resource Canada’s targeted national programs addressing key infrastructure to advance the goals of the Pan Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change. It assists Utility-led projects to reduce GHG emissions, better utilize existing electricity assets and foster innovation and clean jobs for: demonstration of smart grid technologies and deployment of smart grid integrated systems.

    Investment Tax Credits towards the construction of new Hydro-electric projects, wind projects, and subsequent labor requirements associated with each.

    Official report

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • Alison O'Leary · Associate Deputy Minister, Finance Canada (FIN)
    • Trevor McGowan · Associate Assistant Deputy Minister, Finance Canada (FIN)
    Advance the interests of Indigenous Peoples. Contribute to clean growth and to meeting Canada’s climate objectives Read more

    Strengthen Canada’s autonomy, resilience and security. Provide economic or other benefits to Canada

    Clean Electricity ITC, consultation and advising on how Manitoba Hydro is perusing implementation of the regulation and reducing GHG, while maintaining reliability of existing infrastructure, while highlighting economic opportunities.

    Official report

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • Jessica Fullerton · Senior Policy Advisor, Finance Canada (FIN)
    • Cheryl Cardinal · Director, Finance Canada (FIN)
    Strengthen Canada’s autonomy, resilience and security. Provide economic or other benefits to Canada Read more

    Advance the interests of Indigenous Peoples. Contribute to clean growth and to meeting Canada’s climate objectives

    Clean Electricity ITC, consultation and advising on how Manitoba Hydro is perusing implementation of the regulation and reducing GHG, while maintaining reliability of existing infrastructure, while highlighting economic opportunities.

    Official report

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • André Bernier · Director General, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    • Jim Delaney · Senior Director, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    • Michael Paunescu · Director, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    • Ankit Dhingra · Policy Analyst, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    The Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs). The program will provide direct financial support to eligible renewable energy and grid modernization projects during the construction phase. Read more

    The Smart Grid Program. Part of Natural Resource Canada’s targeted national programs addressing key infrastructure to advance the goals of the Pan Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change. It assists Utility-led projects to reduce GHG emissions, better utilize existing electricity assets and foster innovation and clean jobs for: demonstration of smart grid technologies and deployment of smart grid integrated systems.

    Investment Tax Credits towards the construction of new Hydro-electric projects, wind projects, and subsequent labor requirements associated with each.

    Engagement with the federal government in providing feedback on the development of the clean electricity regulation.

    Official report

  • Reported by Allan Danroth · In-house (corporation)

    • Leonard Arvelin · Tax Policy Officer, Finance Canada (FIN)
    • Peter Turner · Special Consultations and Communications Advisor, Finance Canada (FIN)
    • Louise Levonian · Consultant, Finance Canada (FIN)
    The Smart Grid Program. Part of Natural Resource Canada’s targeted national programs addressing key infrastructure to advance the goals of the Pan Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change. It assists Utility-led projects to reduce GHG emissions, better utilize existing electricity assets and foster innovation and clean jobs for: demonstration of smart grid technologies and deployment of smart grid integrated systems. Read more

    Investment Tax Credits towards the construction of new Hydro-electric projects, wind projects, and subsequent labor requirements associated with each.

    Engagement with the federal government in providing feedback on the development of the clean electricity regulation.

    Official report

  • Reported by Jay Grewal · In-house (corporation)

    • Debbie Scharf · Assistant Deputy Minister, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)

    ClimateEnergyInfrastructure

    Official report

  • Reported by Jay Grewal · In-house (corporation)

    • Miodrag Jovanovic · Assistant Deputy Minister, Finance Canada (FIN)

    Taxation and Finance

    Official report

  • Reported by Jay Grewal · In-house (corporation)

    • Galen Richardson · Senior Regional Advisor, West and North, Finance Canada (FIN)
    • Bud Sambasivam · Deputy Director, Policy, Finance Canada (FIN)

    ClimateEnergyTaxation and Finance

    Official report

  • Reported by Jay Grewal · In-house (corporation)

    • Dominic Cormier · Chief of Staff, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
    • Caroline Lee · Senior Advisor, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)

    ClimateEnergy

    Official report

  • Reported by Jay Grewal · In-house (corporation)

    • Kyle Harrietha · Deputy Chief of Staff, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    • Kaylie Stathopulos · Senior Policy Advisor, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)

    ClimateEnergyTaxation and Finance

    Official report

  • Reported by Jay Grewal · In-house (corporation)

    • Marco Presutti · Assistant Deputy Minister, Infrastructure Canada (INFC)

    ClimateEnergyInfrastructure

    Official report

  • Reported by Jay Grewal · In-house (corporation)

    • Matt De Vilieger · Acting Associate Assistant Secretary, Privy Council Office (PCO)
    • Jay Khosla · Assistant Deputy minister, Privy Council Office (PCO)

    ClimateInfrastructure

    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.