October Lobbying: Advocacy work increased as MPs head back to work on the Hill

Alliance of Manufacturers & Exporters Canada was listed as the top group to lobby the feds, with primarily discussing the future of the manufacturing sector.

Ethics commish says Bennett contravened Conflict of Interest Act

Day at the Registry: Sustainability CoLab seeks support for Low Carbon Partnership; NOIA wants to discuss oil and gas production

The Edmonton Valley Zoo Association seeks funding for significant infrastructure renovations

Proposed Criminal Code changes boon for LGBTQ community

Montreal Pride indicated the news was extremely important for the community, but there's lots still to be done.

Sohi says Smart Cities Challenge about challenging municipalities to be innovative

On Queen Street: Canadian Vintners Association, Universities Canada, Telus, fill new GR roles

College of Family Physicians of Canada appoints 2016-17 president

On Queen Street: H+K and Edelman Ottawa expand to fill senior positions

H+K hires a new senior vice-president of public affairs based in Toronto, while Edelman Ottawa brings on a new senior consultant

Government funding for dairy industry should avoid being an 'administrative burden': Dairy Producers Association of Canada

Ag minister's funding announcement welcomed by dairy industry groups

Palliative care not adequate to meet the demands of Canadians

CNA says Ottawa should do more to support caregivers providing palliative care to family members

Non-prescription drug groups welcome Health Canada on new self-care product regulation process

However, opposition to this review say natural health products are low-risk and shouldn't be scrutinized like other drugs