I think that's exactly it.
I would also say that current lobbyists, or those looking to get into the lobbying sector, are naturally risk-averse and certainly wouldn't want to get into any situation in which they would be breaking the law or breaking the code of conduct. I totally agree with you that it would prevent most, if not all, from getting involved in the political process through canvassing, door knocking, dropping off literature or even in senior roles.
As I said before and as you know, lobbyists and public affairs professionals are some of the most passionate in politics. They've been involved in politics since a young age. They might have worked on Parliament Hill or in provincial legislatures. This would have a major impact on some of those most passionate volunteers that we see across Canada.