Meetings with Buckley Belanger reported by registered lobbyists. Lobbyists must report every oral, arranged meeting with an MP, minister or other designated public office holder.
Buckley Belanger · Secretary of State (Rural Development), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Dakota Spidel · Parliamentary Assistant, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Meeting with Parliamentarians, officials and senior staff to advance ongoing discussions with respect to James Smith's Cree Nation 100's desire to separate from two other Nations that are treated as a collective by Canada. Together, the three bands, known as "James Smith Cree Nation 370, " are currently funded by Canada as a collective, yet they are distinct Nations with separate elected leadership and different priorities. We are working to advance James Smith Cree Nation 100's de-amalgamation goals and self-determination priorities.Read more
Implementation of the inquest recommendations following the tragic tragic mass casualty incident in September 2022 including by pursuing funding to establish community safety officers, collaborate on RCMP modernization, improve policing in James Smith Cree Nation and provide more healing and reintegration services to offenders while protecting the public.
Explore funding opportunities to support the construction of a hydro-electric power plant in Saskatchewan's east-central region and learn more about the possible designation of this project under the Major Projects Office.
Buckley Belanger · Secretary of State (Rural Development), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Agriculture:
Policies related to the food and beverage processing sector including: funding for industry research and development, implementation of Safe Foods for Canadians Regulations.Read more
Immigration: Enhancements to the Temporary Foreign Workers program and pathways to permanency for food and beverage processing labour.
Industry: The adoption of innovation in the food and beverage sector in the context of the Strategic Innovation Fund.
Buckley Belanger · Secretary of State (Rural Development), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation is seeking support for economic development projects such as the development of new retail locations as well as manufacturing facilities on reserve landsRead more
Buckley Belanger · Secretary of State (Rural Development), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
The Canadian Gas Association advocates for support to bring natural gas pipeline infrastructure to new communities, to support transportation fuel infrastructure, and to support energy technology innovation.Read more
Communicating with government officials about greater cooperation between government and Indigenous business ventures. The goal of these communications is to raise awareness of Indigenous business ventures, including of Des Nedhe Development LP.Read more
Buckley Belanger · Secretary of State (Rural Development), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation is seeking support for economic development projects such as the development of new retail locations as well as manufacturing facilities on reserve landsRead more
Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation is seeking to develop programs and services that will address socio-economic issues impacting Members of the Nation
Communicating with government officials about greater cooperation between government and Indigenous business ventures. The goal of these communications is to raise awareness of Indigenous business ventures, including of Des Nedhe Development LP.Read more
Robert Morrisey · Member of Parliament, House of Commons
Broadband policies and regulations, including rural broadband, the measurement of internet performance, competitive dynamics of broadband and availability of wholesale internet access and affordable internet.Read more
Spectrum and telecommunications policies including wireless networks and roaming, spectrum auctions and digital economy, satellite to mobile technology, as well as public safety broadband network.
Elysee Atangana · Policy advisor, Privy Council Office (PCO)
Joseph Leong · Stakeholder Relations Advisor, House of Commons
Jared Borgersen · Policy Advisor, House of Commons
Brett Szmul · Senior Policy Advisor, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
Larry Brock · Member of the House of Commons, House of Commons
Matthew O'Connell · Deputy Director Financial Sector Policy, Finance Canada (FIN)
Alana Powell · Senior Policy Advisor, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
Allow RRSP withdrawals for the purchase of a new or existing business.Read more
Ensure franchised small businesses are treated equitably under federal policy by recognizing franchisees as independent small businesses, in eligibility for government support programs and in environmental regulatory requirements, including the Federal Plastics Registry.
Increase the Small Business Deduction Threshold from its current level of $500,000 to between $650,000 and $750,000
Inform the Federal Government of the need for the Temporary Foreign Worker Program for the 78,000 franchised small business owners across Canada, ensuring they have the workers necessary to operate their businesses effectively and support the growth of the local, provincial, and national economy.
Introduction of a federal Career Extension Tax Credit allowing Canadians aged 60 and older to earn up to $65,000 in total income before the credit begins phasing out at 15 cents per dollar above that threshold. This change would allow older Canadians to engage in part-time work without pushing them into the next tax bracket.
Buckley Belanger · Secretary of State (Rural Development), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Environment and international trade: to advance the good management practices that are implemented on canola farms that contribute to environmental stewardship and competitive markets for farmers and to advance the canola biodiesel market domestically and abroad. Canada's Clean Fuel Regulations incentivizes the use of canola-based biofuels.Read more
Buckley Belanger · Secretary of State (Rural Development), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
climate/environment - Renewable Fuels, supporting the development of renewable fuels in Canada. Canada's Clean Fuel standard incentivizes the use of canola bases fuels.Read more
Economic Development - supporting the economic development of rural communities and the Canadian economy by advocating for policies that help farmers succeed.
Mélanie Joly · Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Sebastian Clarke · Director, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
Advocating for Canadian policies that support a competitive and sustainable steel supply chain in Canada, including measures to prevent the entry of unfairly traded foreign steel products into the Canadian market and strengthen compliance with federal trade-remedy outcomes.Read more
Address opportunities for low-carbon steel adoption in Canada and building-sector policies, support for industrial decarbonization and clean-technology investment
Engagement on infrastructure procurement practices that prioritize certified, responsibly produced Canadian steel for major Canadian projects, including transportation, energy, and public-sector construction.
Address initiatives that enhance supply chain reliability for steel producers, processors, and downstream manufacturers operating in Canada.
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.
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