Tesla Motors Canada ULC reported 13 lobbying communications with federal officials between Jul 3, 2026 and Jul 20, 2026.
Officials contacted: Michael Vandergrift (Deputy Minister) ×3; Lisa Setlakwe (Assistant Deputy Minister, Safety and Security Group) ×3; Jed Graham (Policy Advisor) ×3; Nick Leswick (Deputy Minister) ×2; Felipe Alfaro (Policy Advisor) ×2; Nicholas Robinson (Associate Assistant Deputy Minister, Safety and Security) ×2.
On the agenda: Tesla will advocate for regulation, and where required legislation, that supports the homologation and safe deployment of Automated Driving Systems (ADS) in Canada; Tesla intends to participate in policy, regulatory and legislative consultations and processes that pertain to cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, information security, sourcing and trade matters associated with: connected vehicles, automated vehicles, automated driving systems, electric vehicles, battery energy storage equipment, and factory equipment; Engage with government and provide guidance with regard to policy responses to international trade practices, in an effort to protect Canada's battery and automotive sector, ensure the achievement of Canada's greenhouse gas reduction objectives.
