Corporation
De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited
- Meetings this Parliament
- 20
- With MPs
- 5
- Since Nov 2021
- 20
- Active registrations
- 1
Most recent reported meeting: Aug 31, 2026.
Lobbying by De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited: 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 (corporation) In effect since Aug 31, 2026
Filed by Brian Chafe, Chief Executive Officer
Lobbyists
- Brian Chafe · Chief Executive Officer
- Neil Sweeney · Vice-President, Corporate Affairs
- Philippe Poutissou · Vice-President, De Havilland Defence
- Sandra Howell · Vice-President, Program Development and Government Relations, De Havilland Defence
Institutions they may lobby: Canadian Coast Guard (CCG), Global Affairs Canada (GAC), House of Commons, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), National Defence (DND), Prime Minister's Office (PMO), Privy Council Office (PCO), Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), Senate of Canada, Transport Canada (TC)
What they're lobbying on (7)Hide details
- Title: DHC Canadair-515 Waterbomber Proposal – Federal Support Fleet Communications regarding the sale, procurement, delivery and deployment of DHC Canadair-515 firefighting aircraft, including federal and provincial emergency response and wildfire mitigation requirements, national aerial firefighting capacity, international sales and export opportunities, and Government of Canada support for domestic and foreign procurement opportunities.
- Title: Billy Bishop Airport Policy Changes – Impact on Dash 8 Demand Communications with federal public office holders, including Transport Canada, regarding potential policy or program changes affecting Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and the possible impact of those changes on De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited and demand for new Dash 8 aircraft. Includes making government aware of the potential implications for De Havilland Canada, Canadian aerospace manufacturing, and future Dash 8 market opportunities.
- Title: Transport Canada Certification & Industrial Capacity Engagements related to Transport Canada certification activities, staffing, and regulatory considerations for De Havilland Canada aircraft programs. May include tours of manufacturing facilities and introductions to company operations.
- Title: Gripen Collaboration / Foreign Export Opportunities Follow-up discussions with federal DPOHs on potential collaboration with Saab on the Gripen program and other foreign export opportunities for De Havilland Defence products.
- Title: Dash 8 P-4 / Special-Mission Aircraft – ISR, Coastal Patrol, Northern Surveillance Communications regarding Dash 8-400 special-mission aircraft, including maritime patrol, ISR, logistics, and emergency response capabilities. Includes discussions with Coast Guard, PAL Aerospace, and other federal agencies regarding operational requirements and acquisition opportunities.
- Title: Twin Otter Aircraft Proposal – Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) / RCMP AFRMI Communications regarding proposals involving Twin Otter aircraft for military and public safety applications, including fleet renewal, Arctic operations, ISR capabilities, and multi-role transport and surveillance missions. Covers interactions with RCAF, RCMP, and other relevant agencies.
- Title: De Havilland Defence – Federal Engagement on Aerospace and Defence Activities Description: Communications with federal public office holders regarding De Havilland Defence and De Havilland Canada activities, including: (1) Introduction of De Havilland Defence and its capabilities (2) Updates regarding De Havilland proposals to the Government of Canada (3) Presentation of De Havilland Defence products to federal departments and agencies (4) Discussion of defence and security priorities, alignment with “buy Canadian” objectives, and industrial benefits
Registration 781360-384502-5. Look it up in the official Registry
Reported meetings
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Nathalie G. Drouin · Ambassador of Canada to France, Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Title: DHC Canadair-515 Waterbomber Proposal – Federal Support Fleet Communications regarding the sale, procurement, delivery and deployment of DHC Canadair-515 firefighting aircraft, including federal and provincial emergency response and wildfire mitigation requirements, national aerial firefighting capacity, international sales and export opportunities, and Government of Canada support for domestic and foreign procurement opportunities. Read more
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Christiane Fox · Deputy Clerk of the Privy Council and Associate Secretary to the Cabinet, Privy Council Office (PCO)
Title: De Havilland Defence – Federal Engagement on Aerospace and Defence Activities Description: Communications with federal public office holders regarding De Havilland Defence and De Havilland Canada activities, including: (1) Introduction of De Havilland Defence and its capabilities (2) Updates regarding De Havilland proposals to the Government of Canada (3) Presentation of De Havilland Defence products to federal departments and agencies (4) Discussion of defence and security priorities, alignment with “buy Canadian” objectives, and industrial benefits Read more
Title: DHC Canadair-515 Waterbomber Proposal – Federal Support Fleet Discussions regarding the sale, accelerated delivery, and deployment of DHC Canadair-515 firefighting aircraft for federal and provincial emergency response, including wildfire mitigation and national support fleet considerations.
Title: Twin Otter Aircraft Proposal – Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) / RCMP AFRMI Communications regarding proposals involving Twin Otter aircraft for military and public safety applications, including fleet renewal, Arctic operations, ISR capabilities, and multi-role transport and surveillance missions. Covers interactions with RCAF, RCMP, and other relevant agencies.
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Kendal Hembroff · Associate Assistant Deputy Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Title: DHC Canadair-515 Waterbomber Proposal – Federal Support Fleet Discussions regarding the sale, accelerated delivery, and deployment of DHC Canadair-515 firefighting aircraft for federal and provincial emergency response, including wildfire mitigation and national support fleet considerations. Read more
Title: De Havilland Defence – Federal Engagement on Aerospace and Defence Activities Description: Communications with federal public office holders regarding De Havilland Defence and De Havilland Canada activities, including: (1) Introduction of De Havilland Defence and its capabilities (2) Updates regarding De Havilland proposals to the Government of Canada (3) Presentation of De Havilland Defence products to federal departments and agencies (4) Discussion of defence and security priorities, alignment with “buy Canadian” objectives, and industrial benefits
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Judith Bennett · Associate Assistant Deputy Minister, National Defence (DND)
Title: De Havilland Defence – Federal Engagement on Aerospace and Defence Activities Description: Communications with federal public office holders regarding De Havilland Defence and De Havilland Canada activities, including: (1) Introduction of De Havilland Defence and its capabilities (2) Updates regarding De Havilland proposals to the Government of Canada (3) Presentation of De Havilland Defence products to federal departments and agencies (4) Discussion of defence and security priorities, alignment with “buy Canadian” objectives, and industrial benefits Read more
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Bill Blair · High Commissioner for Canada in the United Kingdom, Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Title: De Havilland Defence – Federal Engagement on Aerospace and Defence Activities Description: Communications with federal public office holders regarding De Havilland Defence and De Havilland Canada activities, including: (1) Introduction of De Havilland Defence and its capabilities (2) Updates regarding De Havilland proposals to the Government of Canada (3) Presentation of De Havilland Defence products to federal departments and agencies (4) Discussion of defence and security priorities, alignment with “buy Canadian” objectives, and industrial benefits Read more
Title: Gripen Collaboration / Foreign Export Opportunities Follow-up discussions with federal DPOHs on potential collaboration with Saab on the Gripen program and other foreign export opportunities for De Havilland Defence products.
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Mahinder Sidhu · Minister of International Trade, Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Title: Gripen Collaboration / Foreign Export Opportunities Follow-up discussions with federal DPOHs on potential collaboration with Saab on the Gripen program and other foreign export opportunities for De Havilland Defence products. Read more
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- David J. McGuinty · Minister of National Defence, National Defence (DND)
Title: De Havilland Defence – Federal Engagement on Aerospace and Defence Activities Description: Communications with federal public office holders regarding De Havilland Defence and De Havilland Canada activities, including: (1) Introduction of De Havilland Defence and its capabilities (2) Updates regarding De Havilland proposals to the Government of Canada (3) Presentation of De Havilland Defence products to federal departments and agencies (4) Discussion of defence and security priorities, alignment with “buy Canadian” objectives, and industrial benefits Read more
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Jamie Speiser-Blanchet · Commander of the Royal Canadian Air Force, National Defence (DND)
Title: De Havilland Defence – Federal Engagement on Aerospace and Defence Activities Description: Communications with federal public office holders regarding De Havilland Defence and De Havilland Canada activities, including: (1) Introduction of De Havilland Defence and its capabilities (2) Updates regarding De Havilland proposals to the Government of Canada (3) Presentation of De Havilland Defence products to federal departments and agencies (4) Discussion of defence and security priorities, alignment with “buy Canadian” objectives, and industrial benefits Read more
Title: Twin Otter Aircraft Proposal – Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) / RCMP AFRMI Communications regarding proposals involving Twin Otter aircraft for military and public safety applications, including fleet renewal, Arctic operations, ISR capabilities, and multi-role transport and surveillance missions. Covers interactions with RCAF, RCMP, and other relevant agencies.
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Doug Guzman · Chief Executive Officer, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC)
Title: De Havilland Defence – Federal Engagement on Aerospace and Defence Activities Description: Communications with federal public office holders regarding De Havilland Defence and De Havilland Canada activities, including: (1) Introduction of De Havilland Defence and its capabilities (2) Updates regarding De Havilland proposals to the Government of Canada (3) Presentation of De Havilland Defence products to federal departments and agencies (4) Discussion of defence and security priorities, alignment with “buy Canadian” objectives, and industrial benefits Read more
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Brendan Cook · BGen, Director General Air and Space Force Development, National Defence (DND)
Title: Twin Otter Aircraft Proposal – Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) / RCMP AFRMI Communications regarding proposals involving Twin Otter aircraft for military and public safety applications, including fleet renewal, Arctic operations, ISR capabilities, and multi-role transport and surveillance missions. Covers interactions with RCAF, RCMP, and other relevant agencies. Read more
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Emmaleigh Munro · Policy Advisor, Transport Canada (TC)
Title: Billy Bishop Airport Policy Changes – Impact on Dash 8 Demand Communications with federal public office holders, including Transport Canada, regarding potential policy or program changes affecting Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and the possible impact of those changes on De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited and demand for new Dash 8 aircraft. Includes making government aware of the potential implications for De Havilland Canada, Canadian aerospace manufacturing, and future Dash 8 market opportunities. Read more
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Judith Bennett · Associate Assistant Deputy Minister, National Defence (DND)
Title: Transport Canada Certification & Industrial Capacity Engagements related to Transport Canada certification activities, staffing, and regulatory considerations for De Havilland Canada aircraft programs. May include tours of manufacturing facilities and introductions to company operations. Read more
Title: De Havilland Defence – Federal Engagement on Aerospace and Defence Activities Description: Communications with federal public office holders regarding De Havilland Defence and De Havilland Canada activities, including: (1) Introduction of De Havilland Defence and its capabilities (2) Updates regarding De Havilland proposals to the Government of Canada (3) Presentation of De Havilland Defence products to federal departments and agencies (4) Discussion of defence and security priorities, alignment with “buy Canadian” objectives, and industrial benefits
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Corey Hogan · Member of Parliament
Title: Transport Canada Certification & Industrial Capacity Engagements related to Transport Canada certification activities, staffing, and regulatory considerations for De Havilland Canada aircraft programs. May include tours of manufacturing facilities and introductions to company operations. Read more
Title: De Havilland Defence – Federal Engagement on Aerospace and Defence Activities Description: Communications with federal public office holders regarding De Havilland Defence and De Havilland Canada activities, including: (1) Introduction of De Havilland Defence and its capabilities (2) Updates regarding De Havilland proposals to the Government of Canada (3) Presentation of De Havilland Defence products to federal departments and agencies (4) Discussion of defence and security priorities, alignment with “buy Canadian” objectives, and industrial benefits
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Andrew Parkes · Policy Advisor, Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Title: Gripen Collaboration / Foreign Export Opportunities Follow-up discussions with federal DPOHs on potential collaboration with Saab on the Gripen program and other foreign export opportunities for De Havilland Defence products. Read more
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Daryl Fridhandler · Senator, Senate of Canada
Title: De Havilland Defence – Federal Engagement on Aerospace and Defence Activities Description: Communications with federal public office holders regarding De Havilland Defence and De Havilland Canada activities, including: (1) Introduction of De Havilland Defence and its capabilities (2) Updates regarding De Havilland proposals to the Government of Canada (3) Presentation of De Havilland Defence products to federal departments and agencies (4) Discussion of defence and security priorities, alignment with “buy Canadian” objectives, and industrial benefits Read more
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- James Bezan · Member of Parliament
Title: De Havilland Defence – Federal Engagement on Aerospace and Defence Activities Description: Communications with federal public office holders regarding De Havilland Defence and De Havilland Canada activities, including: (1) Introduction of De Havilland Defence and its capabilities (2) Updates regarding De Havilland proposals to the Government of Canada (3) Presentation of De Havilland Defence products to federal departments and agencies (4) Discussion of defence and security priorities, alignment with “buy Canadian” objectives, and industrial benefits Read more
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- John Hannaford · Personal Representative of the Prime Minister to the EU, Prime Minister's Office (PMO)
Title: Gripen Collaboration / Foreign Export Opportunities Follow-up discussions with federal DPOHs on potential collaboration with Saab on the Gripen program and other foreign export opportunities for De Havilland Defence products. Read more
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Christiane Fox · Deputy Minister at the Department of National Defence (DND), National Defence (DND)
Title: Twin Otter Aircraft Proposal – Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) / RCMP AFRMI Communications regarding proposals involving Twin Otter aircraft for military and public safety applications, including fleet renewal, Arctic operations, ISR capabilities, and multi-role transport and surveillance missions. Covers interactions with RCAF, RCMP, and other relevant agencies. Read more
Title: De Havilland Defence – Federal Engagement on Aerospace and Defence Activities Description: Communications with federal public office holders regarding De Havilland Defence and De Havilland Canada activities, including: (1) Introduction of De Havilland Defence and its capabilities (2) Updates regarding De Havilland proposals to the Government of Canada (3) Presentation of De Havilland Defence products to federal departments and agencies (4) Discussion of defence and security priorities, alignment with “buy Canadian” objectives, and industrial benefits
Title: DHC Canadair-515 Waterbomber Proposal – Federal Support Fleet Discussions regarding the sale, accelerated delivery, and deployment of DHC Canadair-515 firefighting aircraft for federal and provincial emergency response, including wildfire mitigation and national support fleet considerations.
Title: Dash 8 P-4 / Special-Mission Aircraft – ISR, Coastal Patrol, Northern Surveillance Communications regarding Dash 8-400 special-mission aircraft, including maritime patrol, ISR, logistics, and emergency response capabilities. Includes discussions with Coast Guard, PAL Aerospace, and other federal agencies regarding operational requirements and acquisition opportunities.
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Steven MacKinnon · Leader of the Government in House of Commons
Title: De Havilland Defence – Federal Engagement on Aerospace and Defence Activities Description: Communications with federal public office holders regarding De Havilland Defence and De Havilland Canada activities, including: (1) Introduction of De Havilland Defence and its capabilities (2) Updates regarding De Havilland proposals to the Government of Canada (3) Presentation of De Havilland Defence products to federal departments and agencies (4) Discussion of defence and security priorities, alignment with “buy Canadian” objectives, and industrial benefits Read more
Title: Transport Canada Certification & Industrial Capacity Engagements related to Transport Canada certification activities, staffing, and regulatory considerations for De Havilland Canada aircraft programs. May include tours of manufacturing facilities and introductions to company operations.
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Reported by Brian Chafe · In-house (corporation)
- Stephen Fuhr · Secretary of State, Defence Procurement
Title: Gripen Collaboration / Foreign Export Opportunities Follow-up discussions with federal DPOHs on potential collaboration with Saab on the Gripen program and other foreign export opportunities for De Havilland Defence products. Read more
Title: Twin Otter Aircraft Proposal – Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) / RCMP AFRMI Communications regarding proposals involving Twin Otter aircraft for military and public safety applications, including fleet renewal, Arctic operations, ISR capabilities, and multi-role transport and surveillance missions. Covers interactions with RCAF, RCMP, and other relevant agencies.
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.