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Lobbying by Suncor Energy Inc.: 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

Suncor Energy Inc.

Meetings this Parliament
125
With MPs
23
Since Nov 2021
379
Active registrations
1

Most recent reported meeting: Sep 10, 2026.

Registrations in effect

In-house (corporation) In effect since Oct 15, 2026 Receives government funding

Filed by Richard Kruger, President & CEO

Lobbyists

  • Scott Wenger · Director Government Relations Former designated public office holder

    Formerly Director of Regional Affairs (Calagry), Office of the Minister of the Environment, Environment Canada (2009–2010)

    Formerly Special Assistant, Minister's Office, Office of the Minister of the Environment (2008–2009)

    Formerly Special Assistant, Minister's Office, Office of the Minister of Industry (2007–2008)

    Formerly Special Assistant, Minister's Office, Office of the Minister of Indian and Northern Affairs (2006–2007)

  • Adam Albeldawi · Chief Human Resources Officer and SVP, External Affairs
  • Andrew Rosser · SVP Syncrude Operations
  • Audrey Lanoue · Manager Reclamation
  • Cheryl Robb · Sr Advisor Government Relations
  • Claire Greenwood · Vice President, Central Development, Operational Improvement and Support Services
  • Curtis Serra · Vice President, Legal and Commercial
  • Daniel Goodwin · Director Government Relations
  • Emmanuelle Plante · Specialist Regulatory Affairs
  • Geoff Blackie · Director Legal Affairs, Upstream Regulatory
  • Glen Burke · Director Commercial, Strategy, Sustainability and Corporate Development
  • Greg Janes · Manager, Operations Improvement and Support Services
  • Greg Perrin · Dir Commodity & Property Tax
  • Harshivam Bawa · Senior Advisor Government Relations
  • Helga Cormier · Specialist Regulatory Affairs
  • Isabelle Shelvey · Dir Regulatory Affairs
  • Janice Linehan · Dir Environmental Policy
  • Katie Rosso · VP Strategy and Corporate Affairs
  • Kelly Campbell · Director Product Supply Downstream
  • Kirk Goobie · Vice President, East Coast, Operational Improvements and Support Services
  • Lana Hill · Senior Advisor Indigenous & Community Relations
  • Leif Nygren · Director Optimization
  • Michael Marr · Specialist Engineer Downstream
  • Nathan Maycher · Director Climate/Disclosure & Integration
  • Paul Khanna · Specialist Sustainability Advisor Former public office holder

    Formerly Senior Policy Advisor, Oil Sands, Petroleum Resources Branch, Natural Resources Canada (2007–2012)

    Formerly Senior Advisor, Vehicle Fuel Efficiency, Office of Energy Efficiency, Natural Resources Canada (2003–2007)

    Formerly Senior Advisor, Sustainable Urban Transport, Office of Energy Efficiency, Natural Resources Canada (2002–2003)

    Formerly Science and Planning Analyst, Energy Technology Futures, Natural Resources Canada (1998–2002)

  • Paula O'Shaughnessy · VP Downstream, Supply and Optimization
  • Peter Zebedee · Executive Vice President, Oilsands
  • Richard Kruger · President & CEO
  • Rodney Guest · Director Water & Closure
  • Sandy Martin · SVP, Operations, Regional Execution Upstream
  • Shelley Powell · Senior Vice President, Operational Improvement and Support Services

Institutions they may lobby: Bank of Canada, Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Canadian Energy Regulator (CER), Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA), Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC), Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Export Development Canada (EDC), Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, 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), Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC), Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), Justice Canada (JC), Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), Prime Minister's Office (PMO), Privy Council Office (PCO), Public Safety Canada (PS), Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), Senate of Canada, Transport Canada (TC), Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB), Treasury Board Of Canada Secretariat (TBS)

What they're lobbying on (13)
  • Discussions with government on issues and challenges to Suncor's operational continuity, including cybersecurity threats, work stoppages, and infrastructure challenges. This to include occasional requests for consideration of temporary relief from regulations or aspects of regulations to ensure reliability and security of energy supply to the public.
  • Discussions with government about federal climate and environmental policies, legislation and regulations, such as but not limited to the Emission Cap, the Clean Fuel Regulations, the Output Based Pricing System, the ZEV mandate and the Multi-Sector Air Pollutants Regulations.
  • Discussions on sanctions related to jurisdictions in which Suncor operates or in relation to the loading and unloading of purchased goods.
  • Discussions with government on the Impact Assessment process and impact assessments for energy projects.
  • Discussions of impacts and barriers to the competitiveness of Canadian oil and gas industry, including market access issues such as tanker bans, pipelines as well as new green washing provisions included in the Competition Act.
  • Discussions with government on policy and fiscal supports, and regulatory challenges related to decarbonization, including projects like Pathways.
  • Discussion with government on Canada's biofuel security including incentives and refinery competitiveness.
  • Discussion with the government on any proposed tax changes, specifically relating to the Income Tax Act and associated regulations. Discussions will include all forms of investment tax credit including Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) projects, hydrogen, as well as production tax credits for biofuels.
  • Discussion with the federal government on First Nations and Indigenous consultation processes including provisions under the Indigenous Loan Guarantee program and the Environmental Justice Act.
  • Discussions with government on regulatory frameworks to enable successful closure & reclamation of oil sands mines, including regulations and practices that enable water release.
  • Advocacy related to both export and import tariffs imposed on our industry both by the US and/ or the Canadian government as well as export bans, if applicable.
  • Discussions with government on Fisheries Act in regard to the implementation of the Codes of Practice, related guidance's and enhanced coordination and alignment between the federal and provincial government.
  • Advocate for timely, streamlined immigration approvals for workers supporting Suncor’s operations both in Canada and internationally.

Registration 860055-5215-120. Look it up in the official Registry

Reported meetings

Spreadsheet

Filed by Richard Kruger (324), Kris Smith (32), Mark Little (23).

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Tim Hodgson · Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    • Samir Kassam · Director of Policy, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    Discussions with government on approvals and impact assessments for energy projects. Read more

    Raise issues impacting competitiveness and investment in the Canadian oil and gas industry. Desired outcome: leverage Canada’s comparative advantages including industry's investment in technology and innovation to support a transition to a low carbon economy.

    Discussion with the government on how they will support market access to allow Canadian energy products to get to market. Areas of discussion may include the regulatory approval process, communications with impacted communities, timelines and safety. Desired outcome: government understands the importance of market access and where we can work together to achieve access in a way that is safe and protects the environment.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Marc D'Iorio · Assistant Deputy Minister, Science and Technology Branch, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
    Engagement with government to advance a policy and regulatory framework to enable successful closure & reclamation of oil sands mines.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • François-Philippe Champagne · Minister of Finance, Finance Canada (FIN)
    • Ian Foucher · Chief of Staff to the Minister, Finance Canada (FIN)
    Discussions regarding Government support of technology and innovation related to Canada’s net zero goals. This will include but is not limited to discussions regarding new or existing government programs, fiscal supports and potential policy levers. Read more

    Raise issues impacting competitiveness and investment in the Canadian oil and gas industry. Desired outcome: leverage Canada’s comparative advantages including industry's investment in technology and innovation to support a transition to a low carbon economy.

    Discussions with government on approvals and impact assessments for energy projects.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Tim Hodgson · Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    Discussions regarding Government support of technology and innovation related to Canada’s net zero goals. This will include but is not limited to discussions regarding new or existing government programs, fiscal supports and potential policy levers. Read more

    Raise issues impacting competitiveness and investment in the Canadian oil and gas industry. Desired outcome: leverage Canada’s comparative advantages including industry's investment in technology and innovation to support a transition to a low carbon economy.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Mark Carney · Prime Minister of Canada, Prime Minister's Office (PMO)
    Generals discussions on the energy transition which may include energy priorities, long-term energy security, competitiveness, infrastructure investment (new projects and retrofits on existing projects/sub project) and technology development. Discussions will include hydrogen strategy and other low carbon fuels including regulatory and fiscal frameworks. Read more

    Discussion with the government on how they will support market access to allow Canadian energy products to get to market. Areas of discussion may include the regulatory approval process, communications with impacted communities, timelines and safety. Desired outcome: government understands the importance of market access and where we can work together to achieve access in a way that is safe and protects the environment.

    Discussions regarding Government support of technology and innovation related to Canada’s net zero goals. This will include but is not limited to discussions regarding new or existing government programs, fiscal supports and potential policy levers.

    Discussions with government on approvals and impact assessments for energy projects.

    Consultation on Federal/Provincial alignment of greenhouse gas policies, in light of federal government's commitment to implement a Canada-wide greenhouse gas strategy that allows for individual solutions for provinces. Areas of focus will include cost of carbon (including the Clean Fuel Regulation), provincial equivalency, trading and compliance mechanisms.

    Raise issues impacting competitiveness and investment in the Canadian oil and gas industry. Desired outcome: leverage Canada’s comparative advantages including industry's investment in technology and innovation to support a transition to a low carbon economy.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Mathew Hall · Sr. Policy Advisor, Office of the Minister, Finance Canada (FIN)
    Generals discussions on the energy transition which may include energy priorities, long-term energy security, competitiveness, infrastructure investment (new projects and retrofits on existing projects/sub project) and technology development. Discussions will include hydrogen strategy and other low carbon fuels including regulatory and fiscal frameworks. Read more

    Advocacy related to both export and import tariffs imposed on our industry both by the US and/ or the Canadian government as well as export bans, if applicable.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Mathew Hall · Sr. Policy Advisor, Office of the Minister, Finance Canada (FIN)
    Advocacy related to both export and import tariffs imposed on our industry both by the US and/ or the Canadian government as well as export bans, if applicable.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Christiane Fox · Deputy Clerk to the Privy Council, Privy Council Office (PCO)
    • Chris Forbes · Deputy Minister, Finance Canada (FIN)
    Advocacy related to both export and import tariffs imposed on our industry both by the US and/ or the Canadian government as well as export bans, if applicable.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Jwane Izzetpanah · Stakeholder Relations Advisor, House of Commons
    Generals discussions on the energy transition which may include energy priorities, long-term energy security, competitiveness, infrastructure investment (new projects and retrofits on existing projects/sub project) and technology development. Discussions will include hydrogen strategy and other low carbon fuels including regulatory and fiscal frameworks. Read more

    Consultation on Federal/Provincial alignment of greenhouse gas policies, in light of federal government's commitment to implement a Canada-wide greenhouse gas strategy that allows for individual solutions for provinces. Areas of focus will include cost of carbon (including the Clean Fuel Regulation), provincial equivalency, trading and compliance mechanisms.

    Discussion with the government on how they will support market access to allow Canadian energy products to get to market. Areas of discussion may include the regulatory approval process, communications with impacted communities, timelines and safety. Desired outcome: government understands the importance of market access and where we can work together to achieve access in a way that is safe and protects the environment.

    Discussions with government on approvals and impact assessments for energy projects.

    Raise issues impacting competitiveness and investment in the Canadian oil and gas industry. Desired outcome: leverage Canada’s comparative advantages including industry's investment in technology and innovation to support a transition to a low carbon economy.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Mark Carney · Prime Minister of Canada, Prime Minister's Office (PMO)
    • Pierre Poilievre · Leader of the Official Opposition
    • Yves-François Blanchet · Leader of the Block, Member of Parliament
    • Jagmeet Singh · Leader of the New Democratic Party, Member of Parliament, House of Commons
    Discussion with the government on how they will support market access to allow Canadian energy products to get to market. Areas of discussion may include the regulatory approval process, communications with impacted communities, timelines and safety. Desired outcome: government understands the importance of market access and where we can work together to achieve access in a way that is safe and protects the environment. Read more

    Generals discussions on the energy transition which may include energy priorities, long-term energy security, competitiveness, infrastructure investment (new projects and retrofits on existing projects/sub project) and technology development. Discussions will include hydrogen strategy and other low carbon fuels including regulatory and fiscal frameworks.

    Discussions with government on approvals and impact assessments for energy projects.

    Raise issues impacting competitiveness and investment in the Canadian oil and gas industry. Desired outcome: leverage Canada’s comparative advantages including industry's investment in technology and innovation to support a transition to a low carbon economy.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Jonathan Wilkinson · Minister of Natural Resources, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    Advocacy related to both export and import tariffs imposed on our industry both by the US and/ or the Canadian government as well as export bans, if applicable. Read more

    Discussion with the government on how they will support market access to allow Canadian energy products to get to market. Areas of discussion may include the regulatory approval process, communications with impacted communities, timelines and safety. Desired outcome: government understands the importance of market access and where we can work together to achieve access in a way that is safe and protects the environment.

    Raise issues impacting competitiveness and investment in the Canadian oil and gas industry. Desired outcome: leverage Canada’s comparative advantages including industry's investment in technology and innovation to support a transition to a low carbon economy.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    Discussions with government on approvals and impact assessments for energy projects. Read more

    Generals discussions on the energy transition which may include energy priorities, long-term energy security, competitiveness, infrastructure investment (new projects and retrofits on existing projects/sub project) and technology development. Discussions will include hydrogen strategy and other low carbon fuels including regulatory and fiscal frameworks.

    Advocacy related to both export and import tariffs imposed on our industry both by the US and/ or the Canadian government as well as export bans, if applicable.

    Discussion with the government on how they will support market access to allow Canadian energy products to get to market. Areas of discussion may include the regulatory approval process, communications with impacted communities, timelines and safety. Desired outcome: government understands the importance of market access and where we can work together to achieve access in a way that is safe and protects the environment.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Ben Chin · Senior Advisor, Prime Minister's Office, Prime Minister's Office (PMO)
    Advocacy related to both export and import tariffs imposed on our industry both by the US and/ or the Canadian government as well as export bans, if applicable.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Mathew Hall · Deputy Director of Policy, office of the Minister, Finance Canada (FIN)
    Advocacy related to both export and import tariffs imposed on our industry both by the US and/ or the Canadian government as well as export bans, if applicable. Read more

    Discussion with the government on how they will support market access to allow Canadian energy products to get to market. Areas of discussion may include the regulatory approval process, communications with impacted communities, timelines and safety. Desired outcome: government understands the importance of market access and where we can work together to achieve access in a way that is safe and protects the environment.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Kyle Harrietha · Chief of Staff to the Minister, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    Discussion with the government on how they will support market access to allow Canadian energy products to get to market. Areas of discussion may include the regulatory approval process, communications with impacted communities, timelines and safety. Desired outcome: government understands the importance of market access and where we can work together to achieve access in a way that is safe and protects the environment. Read more

    Advocacy related to both export and import tariffs imposed on our industry both by the US and/ or the Canadian government as well as export bans, if applicable.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Patrick Halley · Assistant Deputy Minister, Finance Canada (FIN)
    • Steven Kuhn · Associate Assistant Deputy Minister,, Finance Canada (FIN)
    • Michele Govier · Director General, Finance Canada (FIN)
    • Gabriel Williams · Analyst, Finance Canada (FIN)
    Advocacy related to both export and import tariffs imposed on our industry both by the US and/ or the Canadian government as well as export bans, if applicable. Read more

    Discussion with the government on how they will support market access to allow Canadian energy products to get to market. Areas of discussion may include the regulatory approval process, communications with impacted communities, timelines and safety. Desired outcome: government understands the importance of market access and where we can work together to achieve access in a way that is safe and protects the environment.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Lewis Anderson · Legislative Assistant, Office of Shannon Stubbs, House of Commons
    Discussion with the government on how they will support market access to allow Canadian energy products to get to market. Areas of discussion may include the regulatory approval process, communications with impacted communities, timelines and safety. Desired outcome: government understands the importance of market access and where we can work together to achieve access in a way that is safe and protects the environment. Read more

    Advocacy related to both export and import tariffs imposed on our industry both by the US and/ or the Canadian government as well as export bans, if applicable.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    Raise issues impacting competitiveness and investment in the Canadian oil and gas industry. Desired outcome: leverage Canada’s comparative advantages including industry's investment in technology and innovation to support a transition to a low carbon economy. Read more

    Discussions regarding Government support of technology and innovation related to Canada’s net zero goals. This will include but is not limited to discussions regarding new or existing government programs, fiscal supports and potential policy levers.

    Discussion with the government on any proposed tax changes, specifically relating to the Income Tax Act and associated regulations. Discussions will include all forms of investment tax credit including Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) projects, hydrogen and dispute mechanisms.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • John Moffet · Associate Deputy Minister, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
    Generals discussions on the energy transition which may include energy priorities, long-term energy security, competitiveness, infrastructure investment (new projects and retrofits on existing projects/sub project) and technology development. Discussions will include hydrogen strategy and other low carbon fuels including regulatory and fiscal frameworks. Read more

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Natalie Woodland · Regional Advisor to the Minister Ontario,, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
    • Eddie Perez · Sr. Advisor to the Minister on International Policy, Office of the Minister, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
    Generals discussions on the energy transition which may include energy priorities, long-term energy security, competitiveness, infrastructure investment (new projects and retrofits on existing projects/sub project) and technology development. Discussions will include hydrogen strategy and other low carbon fuels including regulatory and fiscal frameworks. Read more

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Kyle Harrietha · Chief of Staff to the Minister, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    Raise issues impacting competitiveness and investment in the Canadian oil and gas industry. Desired outcome: leverage Canada’s comparative advantages including industry's investment in technology and innovation to support a transition to a low carbon economy. Read more

    Discussions with government on approvals and impact assessments for energy projects.

    Discussion with the government on any proposed tax changes, specifically relating to the Income Tax Act and associated regulations. Discussions will include all forms of investment tax credit including Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) projects, hydrogen and dispute mechanisms.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Terry Hubbard · President of the Impact Assessment Act, Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC)
    Discussions with government on approvals and impact assessments for energy projects.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Jonathan Wilkinson · Minister of Natural Resources, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    Raise issues impacting competitiveness and investment in the Canadian oil and gas industry. Desired outcome: leverage Canada’s comparative advantages including industry's investment in technology and innovation to support a transition to a low carbon economy. Read more

    Discussion with the government on how they will support market access to allow Canadian energy products to get to market. Areas of discussion may include the regulatory approval process, communications with impacted communities, timelines and safety. Desired outcome: government understands the importance of market access and where we can work together to achieve access in a way that is safe and protects the environment.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Lewis Anderson · Parliamentary Assistant, Office of Shannon Stubbs, House of Commons

    C-2644-1

    Generals discussions on the energy transition which may include energy priorities, long-term energy security, competitiveness, infrastructure investment (new projects and retrofits on existing projects/sub project) and technology development. Discussions will include hydrogen strategy and other low carbon fuels including regulatory and fiscal frameworks. Read more

    Discussion with the government on how they will support market access to allow Canadian energy products to get to market. Areas of discussion may include the regulatory approval process, communications with impacted communities, timelines and safety. Desired outcome: government understands the importance of market access and where we can work together to achieve access in a way that is safe and protects the environment.

    Consultation on Federal/Provincial alignment of greenhouse gas policies, in light of federal government's commitment to implement a Canada-wide greenhouse gas strategy that allows for individual solutions for provinces. Areas of focus will include cost of carbon (including the Clean Fuel Regulation), provincial equivalency, trading and compliance mechanisms.

    Discussions with government on cyber-security and critical infrastructure including Bill C-26 Critical Cybersecurity Protection Act.

    Raise issues impacting competitiveness and investment in the Canadian oil and gas industry. Desired outcome: leverage Canada’s comparative advantages including industry's investment in technology and innovation to support a transition to a low carbon economy.

    Official report

  • Reported by Richard Kruger · In-house (corporation)

    • Jean-Francois Tremblay · Deputy Minister, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
    • John Moffet · Associate Deputy Minister, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
    • Megan Nichols · Associate Deputy Minister, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
    • Isabella Chan · Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    and 6 more
    • Rinaldo Jeanty · Associate Assistant Deputy Minister, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
    • John Hannaford · Clerk of the Privy Council and Secretary to the Cabinet, Privy Council Office (PCO)
    • Paul Halucha · Deputy Secretary to the Cabinet (Clean Growth), Privy Council Office (PCO)
    • Patricia Brady · Vice President, Strategic Policy and Programs Sector, Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC)
    • Eric Landry · Vice President, Operations Sector, Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC)
    • Ian Ketcheson · Vice-President, Indigenous Relations Sector, Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC)
    We are currently engaged on a number of Investment Tax Credits that have related taxation and financial implications. At this point, our advocacy is directed at the legislative process. Read more

    Engagement with government to advance a policy and regulatory framework to enable successful closure & reclamation of oil sands mines.

    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.