Organizations

MaRS Discovery District

MaRS Discovery District has met with MPs 5 times since January 2024, reaching 4 MPs in 1 party. Most recent contact: April 10, 2026.

5 meetings since 20248 all-time4 MPs1 parties100% by in-house staff

What they're asking for

In the registry's own words. Descriptions are only filed for meetings since mid-2024.

  1. Collaborating with the Government of Canada on how to commercialize innovation businesses of the future, and making a positive difference in the lives of Canadians and others around the world.

    April 10, 2026 · Mélanie Joly · Liberal · Energy; Environment; Financial Institutions; Government Procurement; Intellectual Property

  2. Seek increased support for entrepreneurs and startups in a range of sectors—from health and cleantech to finance and education—helping them grow and scale into global market leaders by providing expert advice

    September 3, 2025 · Karim Bardeesy · Liberal · Energy; Environment; Financial Institutions; Government Procurement; Health

Full meeting log

5 MP-directed communications since January 2024, from the Registry of Lobbyists.

DateMP
2026-04-10Mélanie Joly · Liberal
2025-09-03Karim Bardeesy · Liberal
2025-07-15Joël Lightbound · Liberal
2024-05-09Rechie Valdez · Liberal
2024-05-01Rechie Valdez · Liberal
Counts include only communications where a sitting MP is the named public office holder — meetings with ministers' staff, senators, or departments are not shown. Registrants self-report these records. See our methodology.