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Meetings with Karim Bardeesy reported by registered lobbyists. Lobbyists must report every oral, arranged meeting with an MP, minister or other designated public office holder.

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Newest first, back to November 2021 if Karim Bardeesy held office then.

  • Reported by Pari Johnston · In-house (organization)

    Advocate the renewal of the College Community Innovation Program. Read more

    Boost innovation by reviewing eligibility for Tri-Council and Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) programming, with particular focus on expanding eligibility to Canadian colleges to access funding opportunities.

    Official report

  • Reported by Gauri Sreenivasan · In-house (organization)

    Immigration response to global crises- Need for an equitable policy framework to guide these responses. Read more

    Family Reunification- Timely and Equitable processing for protected persons and refugees

    Official report

  • Rental Housing Canada

    Reported by Emily Gilroy · Consultant

    • Karim Bardeesy · Parliamentary Secretary for Industry, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Engaging with government on policy related to rental availability including economic impacts and tax policy Read more

    Engaging with government on policy related to housing and housing affordability

    Engaging with government on policy related to housing and infrastructure.

    Official report

  • Rental Housing Canada

    Reported by Anthony Irwin · In-house (organization)

    and 5 more
    • Klara Hupel · Quebec Advisor, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Hamid Mohamed · Senior Advisor, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Tony Varone · Senator, Senate of Canada
    • David Murphy · Director of Parliamentary Affairs, Senate of Canada
    • Maxim Francous · Research Assistant, Senate of Canada
    Engaging with government on policy related to housing, housing affordability, rental markets, and rental availability including economic impacts, tax policy and infrastructure. Read more

    Official report

  • TRIUMF

    Reported by Nigel Smith · In-house (organization)

    Connecting TRIUMF's federally-funded research programs in subatomic physics, accelerator science, and nuclear medicine with relevant international partners and stakeholders Read more

    Advocating for modern systems and mechanisms to support Canada's network of large science infrastructure

    Providing regular updates on TRIUMF’s operations, programs, and capabilities as per by the laboratory's agreements with the federal government

    Promoting TRIUMF's successes and achievements in the context of the laboratory's five-year plan and 20-year vision documents, the former of which is the primary vehicle that supports the laboratory's core operational funding which traditionally comes in five year allocations via the federal budget

    Official report

  • Reported by Arne Wohlschlegel · In-house (corporation)

    Clean Electricity Regulations Seeking paired adaptation funding to compliment the regulatory package. For instance, the inclusion of funding mechanisms for decarbonization paired with the regulatory structure. Read more

    Policies and programs that concern export credit financing, international trade and investment opportunities.

    Official report

  • Reported by Robert Asselin · In-house (organization)

    • Mélanie Joly · Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Karim Bardeesy · Member of Parliament
    • David McFarlane · Director of Policy, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Manuela Tomic · Senior Policy Advisor, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    and 1 more
    • Nipun Vats · Assistant Deputy Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Advocacy regarding Canada’s research and development agenda, including research funding administered through the granting agencies and other federal departments and agencies, program design, and regulatory concerns related to research, including research security. Read more

    Official report

  • Reported by Catherine Cobden · In-house (organization)

    Federal Budgets as they relate to infrastructure, including measures associated with economic stimulus spending as well as ongoing infrastructure spending programs. Read more

    Policies or programs related to innovation investment support for the steel sector.

    Fiscal, program and other measures important to the Canadian manufacturing sector's international competitiveness and innovation

    Official report

  • Reported by Adam Auer · In-house (organization)

    • Karim Bardeesy · Parliamentary Secretary, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Engaging Parliamentarians on federal government policies impacting Canada’s economic security, supply chain resilience and sustainability and potential impacts on the Cement Industry in Canada and its ability to remain competitive in a global market Read more

    Official report

  • Reported by Robert Asselin · In-house (organization)

    • Karim Bardeesy · Member of Parliament
    • Marcel Turcot · Vice-President, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)
    • Paul Hébert · President, Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
    • Jeff Moore · Associate Vice-President, Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
    and 4 more
    • Alejandro Adem · President, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)
    • Ted Hewitt · President, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)
    • Nipun Vats · Assistant Deputy Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Jocelyne Voisin · Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, Health Canada (HC)
    Advocacy regarding Canada’s research and development agenda, including research funding administered through the granting agencies and other federal departments and agencies, program design, and regulatory concerns related to research, including research security. Read more

    Official report

  • Reported by Mandeep Sharma · Consultant

    and 9 more
    Discuss details and provide information to elected officials, minister, staff and officials regarding the request for AI funding to support Brain Research

    Official report

  • HealthCareCAN

    Reported by Michelle McLean · In-house (organization)

    • Karim Bardeesy · Member of Parliament
    • Paul Hebert · President, Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
    • Nipun Vats · Assistant Deputy Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Marcel Turcot · Vice-President of Strategic, Corporate and Public Affairs, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)
    and 6 more
    • Valérie Laflamme · Associate Vice-President, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)
    • Sylvain Charbonneau · President and CEO, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Ted Hewitt · President, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)
    • Alejandro Adem · President, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)
    • Jeff Moore · Associate Vice-President, Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
    • Jocelyne Voisin · Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, Health Canada (HC)
    Advancing Canada’s health research and innovation agenda as it relates to funding, policy and program design, and regulatory matters, including in the areas of clinical trials and development of innovative medical treatments. Read more

    Official report

  • Axiom Space, Inc.

    Reported by Jonathan Cirtain · In-house (corporation)

    Engage the government in open-ended discussions to promote the space industry in Canada, including commercialization and industrial capability.

    Official report

  • Reported by Dimitri Gitas · In-house (corporation)

    Science and Technology Strategy, advocating for the development of a Biopharma sector in support of more research & development in Canada.

    Official report

  • Reported by Tijs Creutzberg · In-house (organization)

    CCA was established by the federal government in 2005 to provide assessments of evidence on policy priorities important to the Government of Canada and Canadians. CCA's interactions with federal departments and agencies are focused on developing interest in new assessment projects which are typically funded through a program or grant. Assessments are carried out by expert panels and can be on any topic in areas of health, environment, energy and society, or S&T and innovation. Read more

    Official report

  • Reported by Sean Webster · Consultant

    • Karim Bardeesy · Member of Parliament
    • Tim Logan · Senior Policy Advisor, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • David McFarlane · Director of Policy, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Yash Nanda · Policy Advisor, Prime Minister's Office (PMO)
    Satellite and ground station policies and regulations in relation to an application for a Foreign Satellite Authorization (FSA) and broadband service.

    Official report

  • Ticketmaster Canada

    Reported by Daniel Moulton · Consultant

    • Karim Bardeesy · Parliamentary Secretary, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    To create an awareness of Ticketmaster’s role in the Canadian live event marketplace and discuss the government’s ongoing consideration of measures to protect consumers in live event ticketing. Read more

    Official report

  • Reported by Valerie Pisano · In-house (organization)

    • Karim Bardeesy · Parliamentary Secretary, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Funding for the Pan-Canadian AI Strategy (PCAIS) : Lobbying to encourage the refunding of PCAIS or of a new program or investment that positions Canada as a global leader in AI research, talent, and responsible deployment. Read more

    Official report

  • HONDA CANADA INC.

    Reported by Dave Jamieson · In-house (corporation)

    INTERNATIONAL TRADE: Communicating with government officials about international trade, more specifically trade issues and support measures related to the automotive industry and automotive manufacturing, including potential tariffs on automobiles, automotive parts and batteries. Read more

    NATIONAL ZERO-EMISSIONS VEHICLE STRATEGY: Communicating with government officials about the National Zero-Emissions Vehicle Strategy, more specifically (i) providing expert industry input on the strategy, (ii) participating in various advisory groups and (iii) participating in the government review. These communications will involve discussions about design, infrastructure, incentives, supply, and public awareness.

    Official report

  • Reported by Dave Adams · In-house (organization)

    • Karim Bardeesy · Parliamentary Secretary, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Canadian Environmental Protection Act - the implementation of the regulations regarding Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions from motor vehicles from 2022-2025 and beyond Read more

    The appropriate metrics and implementation for a zero emission vehicle mandate

    Official report

  • Toyota Canada Inc.

    Reported by Cyril Dimitris · In-house (corporation)

    • Karim Bardeesy · Member of Parliament & Parliamentary Secretary (ISED), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Communication regarding transportation, vehicle electrification and reducing carbon emissions, as it relates to the government's light-duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) sales mandate regulation for new vehicle purchases and other related policies and programs, including ZEV charging and refueling infrastructure development. Read more

    Communication regarding trade related issues, including free trade agreements such as the Canada-US-Mexico Free Trade Agreement, as it relates to the auto industry.

    Official report

  • Kia Canada Inc.

    Reported by Hyunjung Hwang · In-house (corporation)

    • Karim Bardeesy · Member of Parliament, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Industry Canada - Strategic Policy for Automotive Sector - including importers such as Kia Canada. Ensuring Benefits to the Canadian Market Read more

    Canada, US and Mexico trade agreement (CUSMA). Kia Canada Inc. is vehicle Manufacturer that imports vehicles into Canada from the US, Mexico and Republic of Korea for sale in Canada. We are directly impacted by these agreements. Impacts include access to product, increase costs to consumers and could impact jobs in Canada.

    *Canadian Environmental Protection Act with respect to On-Road Vehicle and Engine Emission Regulations & Passenger Automobile and Light Truck Greenhouse Gas Emission Regulations.

    *Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) Program Kia Canada Inc. Sells a number of Electric Vehicles (EV) in the Canadian market. We are required to provide the products under Canada’s Electric Vehicle Availability Standard this incetive program allows Canadians to access these vehicles.

    Official report

  • Polytechnics Canada

    Reported by Sarah Watts-Rynard · In-house (organization)

    Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council, College and Community Innovation Program; tri-council structure and funding; eligibility of polytechnics and colleges for research funding and research support; Horizon Europe and opportunities for polytechnics to engage in international research partnerships. Read more

    Participate in all relevant policy discussions and consultations about academic research funding, business innovation and applied research; how businesses, non-profits and other enterprises benefit from innovation supports from academic institutions/polytechnics.

    Participate in all relevant policy discussions and consultations related to productivity, business innovation, technology adoption and artificial intelligence.

    Official report

  • PRI Association

    Reported by David Atkin · In-house (organization)

    Approaches to strengthening sustainable finance in Canada, including the role of climate-related disclosure practices, the development of a green and transition taxonomy, and broader policy considerations to ensure Canadian approaches remain aligned with international regulatory trends and market expectations while reflecting domestic economic context. General observations on evolving asset owner practices and reporting expectations in the context of global climate and sustainability developments. Read more

    Official report

  • Reported by Stéphane Pallage · In-house (organization)

    • Caroline Desrochers · Secrétaire parlementaire, Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC)
    • Patty Hajdu · Ministre, Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev)
    • Karim Bardeesy · Député
    Portfolio des Chaires de recherche-Innovation

    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.