General
Buy-in
Agreement and commitment from relevant parties.
Plain English
Agreement and support from the people who matter to the decision.
If you’re new here
Ask specifically whose buy-in is required. Vague buy-in is never achieved.
What they probably mean
“Make sure nobody important objects later.”
Interpretation offered as humour, not authoritative guidance.
Bureaucracy level
Moderate · 3/5
How much government-speak this phrase carries. Playful indicator, not a judgement of anyone using it.
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Important
GC Simplified is an independent tool, not affiliated with or endorsed by the Government of Canada, and it does not provide official advice. Plain language is an interpretation, and interpretations can be wrong. Always verify against the source and your organization’s own guidance before acting.