Skip to content

PolitiKit

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

← Evan Solomon

Every reported meeting

Newest first, back to November 2021 if Evan Solomon held office then.

  • Magazines Canada

    Reported by Tristan Downe Dewdney · Consultant

    • Evan Solomon · Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation
    Proposed and future legislation, bills, and resolutions related to copyright, artificial intelligence, and culture with bearing on magazine publishers and the magazine industry at large. Read more

    Policy impacting the magazines and magazine publishing sector, including the administration, interpretation and implementation of the Canada Periodical Fund, the Changing Narratives Fund, the Copyright Act, the AI Investment Strategy, terms in the renegotiation of CUSMA, and the mandates of the Canadian Heritage Department.

    Official report

  • Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)

    Reported by Jayson Myers · In-house (organization)

    • Evan Solomon · Minister of Artificial Intelligence & Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Policies and programs with respect to AI applications in manufacturing.

    Official report

  • National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM)

    Reported by Stephen Brown · In-house (organization)

    Advocating for stronger legislation to address hate crime and online hate. Read more

    Advocating for policies to enhance the security and safety of Canadian Muslim communities and other at-risk communities given the rise in hate crimes; countering supremacist violent extremist groups

    Official report

  • Canadian Music Publishers Association operating as Music Publishers Canada

    Reported by Margaret McGuffin · In-house (organization)

    • Evan Solomon · Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Amendments to the Copyright Act when it comes up for statutory review as it relates to musical works. Read more

    Federal government’s innovation agenda as it relates to how the culture sector can address digital changes, AI and global competitiveness concerning existing or new legislation

    Official report

  • Denvr Projects Ltd.

    Reported by Cassandra Almeida · Consultant

    • Evan Solomon · Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Samir Chhabra · Director General, Marketplace Framework Policy, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Mark Schaan · Associate Deputy Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Alfred Burgesson · Senior Advisor, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Engagement with government on influencing policies for AI Clouds and advocating for the development of the tech sector in Canada. Read more

    Engagement on Canada's Digital Economy and seeking government contracts/funding with a variety of government departments in regards to Denvr AI Services and AI Data processing

    Official report

  • Tik Tok Canada

    Reported by Matthew Grainger · Consultant

    • Evan Solomon · Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Discussion of digital platform, TikTok Canada's operations and economic impact, and on the security and privacy of the TikTok platform.

    Official report

  • Collège Boréal d’arts appliqués et de technologie

    Reported by Daniel Giroux · In-house (organization)

    and 64 more
    Le Collège Boréal, en tant que membre de Collèges Ontario, l’association provinciale des 24 collèges publics en Ontario, fait connaître le réseau collégial et le rôle qu’il peut jouer dans la formation de la main?d’œuvre pour appuyer les plans du gouvernement fédéral, ainsi que sa contribution au développement économique, notamment par la recherche appliquée. Read more

    Official report

  • Denvr Projects Ltd.

    Reported by Cassandra Almeida · Consultant

    • Evan Solomon · Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Peter Wall · Deputy Chief of Staff and Director of Communications, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Engagement with government on influencing policies for AI Clouds and advocating for the development of the tech sector in Canada. Read more

    Engagement on Canada's Digital Economy and seeking government contracts/funding with a variety of government departments in regards to Denvr AI Services and AI Data processing

    Official report

  • Simon Fraser University

    Reported by Joy Johnson · In-house (organization)

    • Evan Solomon · Minister of AI and Digital Innovation, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Discussion regarding research and development, infrastructure initiatives and investments in the areas of artificial intelligence (AI), quantum, and dual-use technologies Read more

    Official report

  • Canadian Medical Association

    Reported by Margot Burnell · Consultant

    • Evan Solomon · Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    TECHNOLOGY AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: provide CMA’s perspective on the impact of technology and artificial intelligence on the health care sector and the means through which advancements can be foreseen and managed. Read more

    Official report

  • Canadian Medical Association

    Reported by Alex Munter · In-house (organization)

    • Evan Solomon · Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    TECHNOLOGY AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: provide CMA’s perspective on the impact of technology and artificial intelligence on the health care sector and the means through which advancements can be foreseen and managed. Read more

    Official report

  • Unapologetically Jewish

    Reported by Patricia Wilde · Consultant

    and 3 more
    Detail: Discuss adoption of stronger measures to combat antisemitism and support Jewish communities across Canada. Ensure that Public Safety Canada fulfills its mandate to protect Canada from the spread of extremist ideologies, particularly those that radicalize young Canadians and incite violence against Jewish communities. Advocate for more robust resources and focus in this area. Read more

    Official report

  • Toronto Metropolitan University

    Reported by Mohamed Lachemi · In-house (organization)

    • Evan Solomon · Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Conversation regarding the development and adaption dual-use technology

    Official report

  • Canadian Media Producers Association

    Reported by Reynolds Mastin · In-house (organization)

    • Evan Solomon · Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation
    • Peter Wall · Director of Communications to the Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Seeking to ensure the interests of Canada’s independent producers are considered in any amendments to the Broadcasting Act, Telecommunications Act, or Copyright Act. Read more

    Broadcasting regulations, including regulations related to Canadian programming.

    Broadcasting polices, including policies related to Canadian programming expenditures, digital media, and independently-produced programming.

    Canada Income Tax Act relating to Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit program and to Film or Video Production Services Tax Credit Program

    Official report

  • MILA – Institut québécois d’intelligence artificielle

    Reported by Valerie Pisano · In-house (organization)

    • Evan Solomon · Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Anson Duran · Chief of Staff to the Minister of AI, 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

  • Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Inc.

    Reported by Tim Hollander · In-house (corporation)

    and 5 more
    Infrastructure Development, as it relates to the development of electric and alternative fueling and manufacturing infrastructure (specifically hydrogen). Read more

    The development of a Canadian Manufacturing Strategy, as it relates to the competitiveness of Canada’s automotive manufacturing industry.

    Discussions on North American trade.

    Official report

  • University of Guelph

    Reported by Rene Van Acker · In-house (organization)

    • Karim Bardeesy · Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry
    • Dominique O'Rourke · Member of Parliament
    • Jennifer McKelvie · Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure
    • Evan Solomon · Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation | Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev)
    Policy, programs and investments in science and technology research and innovation.

    Official report

  • Toyota Canada Inc.

    Reported by Cyril Dimitris · In-house (corporation)

    and 5 more
    Communication and education regarding Toyota's business in Canada. Read more

    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.

    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

  • Dignity Network Canada

    Reported by Douglas Kerr · In-house (organization)

    • Evan Solomon · Minister of AI and Digital Transformation, Member of Parliament (Toronto Centre)
    Canadian foreign policy and programming related to human rights for LGBTIQ people abroad. Advancing a range of LGBTIQ inclusive programming across all aspects of Canadian policy, including international development, humanitarian aid, refugee policy, bilateral and multilateral diplomacy. Read more

    Official report

  • Co-operative Housing Federation of Canada

    Reported by Timothy Ross · In-house (organization)

    • Evan Solomon · Minister
    • Rick Matthews · Office of Minister Solomon, House of Commons
    Lobbying for the development of new affordable housing, including co-operative housing. Read more

    Lobbying to ensure that low-income households can continue to live affordably in federally-administered housing co-operatives after their operating agreements end with Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC).

    Official report

  • Stephen Lewis Foundation

    Reported by Meg French · In-house (organization)

    • Evan Solomon · Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation; Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
    Canada's commitment to "advance human rights and improve socio-economic outcomes for LGBTQ2 people in developing countries"

    Official report

  • Rogers Communications Inc.

    Reported by Anthony Staffieri · In-house (corporation)

    • Evan Solomon · Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Anson Duran · Chief of Staff, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Mark Schaan · Associate Deputy Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Michael Paramathasan · Director of Policy & Legislative Affairs, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    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

    Official report

  • MILA – Institut québécois d’intelligence artificielle

    Reported by Valerie Pisano · In-house (organization)

    • Evan Solomon · Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, 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

  • Hydro One Limited

    Reported by David Lebeter · In-house (corporation)

    • Evan Solomon · Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    • Hamid Mohamed · Senior Advisor (Operations and Stakeholder Engagement), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Increasing awareness of Hydro One's activities in the electricity sector and advocating for policy responses to increased electrification.

    Official report

  • Shaw Festival

    Reported by Walter Sendzik · Consultant

    • Chris Bittle · MP St. Catharines
    • Evan Solomon · Minister of Innovation, Sciences and Economic Development, Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev)
    Funding to rebuild the Royal George Theatre

    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.