Lobium Law in the News: Expert Perspectives on Regulatory Change
Alan Fraser and Lobium Law are frequently called upon by Canada’s leading news outlets to provide expert commentary on complex regulatory shifts. Below is a summary of recent media appearances discussing critical updates in federal lobbying and financial regulations.
In an interview with The Hill Times, Alan Fraser addressed the significant tightening of federal lobbying registration thresholds. The new rules, effective January 19, 2026, replace the “20% rule” with a much lower threshold: just eight hours of lobbying activity within a four-week period.
- The Impact: Alan characterized this change as a major “wake-up call” for any organization interacting with public office holders.
- The Compliance Challenge: He argued that the lower threshold effectively makes registration the “default” for many, as monitoring such small increments of time is nearly impossible without a “rigorous compliance protocol” in place.
- Our Take: At Lobium Law, we emphasize that these changes necessitate immediate training and the implementation of internal protocols to ensure businesses stay within the parameters of the law.
Alan has also provided insight into the federal government’s crackdown on predatory lending practices. As reported by The Globe and Mail, the Finance Department introduced new rules aimed at protecting vulnerable borrowers from high-interest “loan sharks”.
- The Goal: The regulations are designed to save Canadian borrowers an estimated $256.8 million by capping interest rates and fees.
- Expert Analysis: Alan’s commentary on these rules highlights Lobium Law’s commitment to understanding the intersection of federal policy and consumer protection, helping clients navigate the evolving landscape of Canadian financial services law.
Put Our Regulatory Expertise to Work for You Alan Fraser’s insights shape the conversation on Canadian regulatory change. See how that same expertise can protect your organization’s interests.