I would like to continue in the same vein. This concerns informal meetings.
Several witnesses have told us what they thought about these kinds of meetings, which were often held in specific locations and were more socially motivated. However, certain cases may have been discussed in lobbyists' presence. Ministers or public office holders were also present. In-depth discussions on cases may have been held, and lobbyists may have tried to influence decisions. Since the meetings were of a social nature and were not pre-arranged, the lobbyists involved did not report them. The act stipulates that communications should be pre-arranged. Do you think the act should be amended to include those types of meetings? I feel that some influence could be exercised during those get-togethers.