Federal election compliance for businesses and organizations
Event Details
The dissolution of Parliament and a federal general election have implications for every business and organization that deals with the Government of Canada.
Advertising. Social media. Public engagement. Polling. Partisan activity. All these activities will or could be regulated in connection with the campaign. Further, activities that are already regulated – like lobbying – will be subject to different challenges and requirements.
The rules are complex and varied. Enforcement is real. Strict liability applies. A general election creates compliance risks for businesses, organizations and consultants. Are you prepared?
Fasken is a Canadian leader in Political Law advice and representation, including elections, election finance, lobbying compliance and parliamentary law.
This exclusive presentation, delivered by two experienced practitioners, will provide an in-depth focus on compliance, and help you ensure your business or organization is ready.
Topics to be covered
- Third party election activity
- Conducting regulated activity
- Avoiding regulated activity
- Non-monetary contributions, volunteering and other election finance Do’s and Don’ts
- Implications for lobbyists
- Political activity by (potential) lobbyists
- Revolving doors and post-service restrictions
- Enforcement tips
- Protect the CEO: Internal policies and processes to achieve and to maintain compliance
- Caretaker convention, transition, and other important constitutional and parliamentary details
Agenda
- 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Presentation with Q&A
