GRIC is currently focused on a range of issues that directly impact the work of government relations and public affairs professionals across the country. We need your support as a member now more than ever. A number of activities that GRIC has been engaged in and will be actively working on include:

• Support for the formulation of professional development tools and mentoring opportunities for new professionals within in-house private, not-for-profit, crown corporation and agency organizations;
• Participation in major policy, regulatory and legislative initiatives affecting the industry including the 5 year statutory review of the Federal Lobbying Act;
• Ongoing work to strengthen the practice and conduct of government and public affairs professionals, and;
• Outreach and collaboration with similar professional organizations as well as general promotion and validation of the industry.

Each of these initiatives have the potential to impact the role of you and your organization in carrying out government relations and public affairs activities in the coming years.

In addition, as a member of GRIC, you will receive:

• Access to exclusive GRIC networking through special events and meetings featuring timely and informative speakers.
• Updates on issues impacting the Canadian lobbying and public affairs industry.
• Promotion of your organization as a member of GRIC through the GRIC website and GRIC events where appropriate.