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Lobbying helps connect the public with ____.
Policymakers/ Government
Lobbying is illegal in Canada
False
What is the name of the rule that prevents former officials from becoming lobbyists right away?
5-year cooling period
The ____of Lobbying oversees and enforces the Lobbying Act in Canada
Commissioner
Only big corporations are allowed to lobby in Canada.
False- anyone can lobby if they follow the rules!
What is the Lobbyists’ Registry?
This online database allows anyone to see who is lobbying, which government departments they’re contacting, and what policies they’re trying to influence.
Transparency and _____ are two key principles that protect public trust in lobbying
Ethics
Lobbyists can lobby up to 20% of their work time without being required to register
True – This is a current loophole reformers want to close
Why does transparency in lobbying matter for democracy?
Maintains public trust, ensures government decisions are made in the public interest, not through secret influence