Welcome to Caledon's Lobbyist Registry
The Lobbyist Registry records eligible individuals or organizations who lobby Public Office Holders.
You may be considered an eligible lobbyist if you’re a non-public sector individual privately communicating with a Public Office Holder representing a business or financial interest to influence legislative action.
As of July 1, 2025, anyone taking part in lobbying as defined by the Lobbyist Registry By-law must register within ten (10) calendar days of any communication with a Public Office Holder.
Registration as a lobbyist should reflect the time period the lobbying occurs and can be for up to one year before resubmission.
Do I Need to Register as a Lobbyist?
Answer this quick and simple questionnaire to find out:
How to Register
To register as a lobbyist, complete our secure registration form:
- Who are Public Office Holders?
Public Office Holder means:
- A member of Council
- Individuals appointed by Council as Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Chief Building Officer (CBO), Clerk, Treasurer and Auditor
- A Commissioner as head of a Town of Caledon department
- A member of Committee of Adjustment or Property Standards Committee
If you're unsure whether someone is a Public Office Holder, email lobbyistregistry@caledon.ca .
- What is lobbying?
Lobbying is any communication with a Public Office Holder by an individual who is paid or represents a business or organization, with the intent to influence:
- Decisions on programs, policies or by-laws
- Procurement of goods and services
- Planning and development decisions
- Grants, financial incentives or contracts
Lobbying does not include general public inquiries, media relations or taking part in public meetings.
- Who should register?
You must register if you are not a public sector representative, are lobbying a Public Office Holder, and one of the following types of lobbyists:
- Consultant Lobbyist: An individual paid to lobby on behalf of a client.
- In-House Lobbyist (Organization or Business): An employee, partner or volunteer who spends significant time (usually more than 50 hours/year) lobbying on behalf of their employer or organization.
- Voluntary Unpaid Lobbyist: An individual who lobbies without payment on behalf of an individual, business or any other for-profit entity for the benefit of the interests of the individual, business or for-profit entity.
Registration as a lobbyist should reflect the time period the lobbying occurs and can be for up to one year before resubmission.
- When should I register?
All eligible lobbyists must register for each subject they intend to lobby before or within ten (10) calendar days of communication with a Public Office Holder .
- How do I register?
- Find out if you are required to register as a lobbyist. If you complete the self-guided questions and are still unsure, email lobbyistregistry@caledon.ca .
- If you’ve confirmed you are a lobbyist, complete the registration form .
- Check y our inbox for confirmation by the Town of Caledon of your accepted registration.
- Contact
For more information or questions, email Legislative Services at lobbyistregistry@caledon.ca .
Lobbyist Registry