Preamble to the Lobbyists Act:
WHEREAS free and open access to government is an important matter of public trust; and
WHEREAS lobbying public office holders is a legitimate activity; and
WHEREAS it is desirable that the public and public office holders be able to know who is engaged in lobbying activities; and
WHEREAS a system for the registration of paid lobbyists should not impede free and open access to government; and
WHEREAS it is desirable that the public and public office holders be able to know who is contracting with the Government of Alberta and Provincial entities;
THEREFORE Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, enacts [the Lobbyists Act].