Government Relations Committee

The GRC is a unique provincial, grassroots organization whose mandate is to engage the community in the political process. GRC mobilizes the grassroots membership across the province, builds relationships with elected officials – of all political parties – and works for the optometric community interests, on a multi-partisan basis, during and between elections. GRC and its members do not endorse political parties but work with all provincial elected officials regardless of their political affiliation.  

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Member Resources

Political Event Attendance 

The AAO is on the lookout for political events taking place in our constituencies across Alberta. These events provide excellent opportunities to discuss the merits of Optometry and raise awareness with political candidates. 
 
The rules regarding contributions to political parties state that only a person who is ordinarily resident in Alberta may make a contribution to a political entity. 
 
Corporations, unincorporated associations, and organizations are prohibited from making contributions. This also includes trade unions and employee organizations. 
 
Thus, if you attend a local political party event which requires payment, you will have to pay for the ticket and receive the tax receipt from the respective party. No reimbursement can come from the AAO. 

Political Party Donations & Contribution Tax Schedule 

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Your donation is tax deductible! 

Government Relations 101: Bootcamp

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Contact 

If you have questions or comments please contact:  

Bart Muusse 
Manager, Policy, Research and Engagement  

bmuusse@optometrists.ab.ca  

780-540-9166