Calgary Moves Toward Lobbyist Registry | Calgary News

Calgary’s city council has taken a bold step toward transparency by voting to explore creating a registry for lobbyists and special interest groups seeking to influence city decisions — a move sparked by ongoing corruption concerns and the mayor’s push for accountability. While some councilors see it as essential for rebuilding public trust, others call it a political stunt, warning it could burden everyday citizens. The administration will report back with options later this year, aiming to distinguish between legitimate civic engagement and paid advocacy — without stifling the voices of residents and local groups. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f3d1ae6ed399574d