Earnscliffe Strategy Group

Discussions concerning the development and deployment of a sovereign AI stack Funding related to the development and deployment of a sovereign AI stack.

Funding related to the development and deployment of a sovereign AI stack. Discussions concerning the development and deployment of a sovereign AI stack

Engage federal authorities on tariff rate quotas for steel derivative products, including classification of certain products, to ensure business continuity and reliability of affordable supply of goods for Canadian private sector operators.

Discussions with the CRA on tax policy and administration issues. The execution of Canadian export control rules and regulations under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) as applied to specific Honeywell Limited requests for permits to export products. Canadian export control rules and regulations with regards to specific Honeywell Limited requests for permits to export products under Canada's Export Control Regime. Discussions pertaining to updates to the Government of Canada’s public sector procurement policies. Discussions pertaining to the review of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA)

Discussing biomanufacturing initiatives in Canada globally as it relates to federal government policy, including with respect to defence uses. To update and discuss current Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) funding.

Communicating how innovative financing tools can support and accelerate defence industrial capabilities in procurement, infrastructure, technology and domestic supply chains across the country.

Seeking a financial contribution from the federal government to support the development of the Kitsault Mine.

To understand the priorities and policies of the Canadian government as it relates to the Swedish business interests, including foreign affairs, international trade, economic development, security, defence, manufacturing and industrial policy

Advance client's proposal to secure longer term funding to commercially advance breakthrough research to create and scale globally competitive Canadian life sciences companies in support of Canadian health security and economic sovereignty.

The client is seeking policy pieces that will encourage the use of energy efficient systems in infrastructure supported by federal government funding and incentives for private construction. Seeking support for increasing presence of their company overseas including in China, India, many countries in Northeast Africa and Southwest Asia, Southeast Asia, South America. Encourage the prioritization and proceedings of free trade deals including participation in the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), the The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), and Mercosur.

The introduction of policies, programs or legislation related to "Open Banking". The Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act, initiatives for enhancement of reporting mandatory information, and risk assessment methodology. Policies related to asset recycling and industry investment in public infrastructure development . Policies related to Canadian economic growth, and international trade. Policies related to Canada's development of natural resources. Policies and programs that affect the Canadian housing market and lending practices. Policies and programs related to gender diversity, inclusion and accessibility. Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), the Privacy Act, and any legislation and associated regulations with regard to privacy and security, identity theft risks, use and protection of information Payment Processing System with regard to rates, fees, oversight of credit and debit procedures. Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions Act (OSFI) and regulations, in respect of regulatory compliance for banks. Immigrant policies and programs to address labour shortages and market needs. Canadian Payments Act, as it applies to applicable legislative reviews and the government's Payment's Modernization initiative. Canada Labour Code, Parts II and III. Bank Act and regulations, in respect of the five year financial system review, as well as any changes resulting from the review.

The introduction of policies, programs or legislation related to "Consumer-driven Banking". Policies that relate to stemming financial crimes in Canada (The Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act, initiatives for enhancement of reporting mandatory information, financial scams and fraud, and risk assessment methodology). Policies related to the adoption and development of Artificial Intelligence and related technologies. Policies related to taxation policy and the Canadian Revenue Agency of Canada. Policies related to asset recycling and industry investment in public infrastructure development . Policies related to Canadian economic growth, and international trade. Policies related to Canada's development of natural resources. Policies and programs that affect the Canadian housing market and lending practices. Policies and programs related to gender diversity, inclusion and accessibility. Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), the Privacy Act, and any legislation and associated regulations with regard to privacy and security, identity theft risks, use and protection of information Payment Processing System with regard to rates, fees, oversight of credit and debit procedures Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions Act (OSFI) and regulations, in respect of regulatory compliance for banks Legislation and regulations related to Labour practices. Legislation and regulations as it relates to Canada’s payment system and Payments Canada. Immigration policies and programs to address labour shortages and market needs. Financial Sector policies that relate to retail banking products and services offered by CIBC. Bank Act and regulations, in respect of the five year financial system review, as well as any changes resulting from the review.

Seek support for Capital funding for Canadian Light Source equipment and infrastructure expansion. Seek funding for operations, equipment and infrastructure expansion for Canadian Light Source. Seek support for continued growth in funding to the research granting councils Seek support for an appropriate mechanism for funding operations of national research facilities

Secure investments in readiness for all-hazard response, including health emergencies and public health crises in Canada and around the world. Increase support and funding on issues related to global migration and forced displacement, including on operational responses to new arrivals in Canada. Build support for health and public initiatives, including but not limited to supports targeted to mental health and seniors. Build support and obtain grant funding for community service organizations in Canada. Obtain contributions from Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) for programming in First Nation communities related to violence and injury prevention, first aid and emergency response and management for communities in specific geographies. Obtain contributions from Health Canada to support the implementation of health activities for vulnerable populations in Canada. Obtain contributions from Global Affairs Canada (GAC), Public Safety Canada, and other federal government bodies for the delivery of humanitarian assistance and development programming within Canada and around the world. Engage in governmental dialogue on issues related to international humanitarian law (IHL), with specific reference to ensuring the protection of vulnerable populations and the delivery of humanitarian assistance during times of armed conflict. Engage in dialogue on issues related to injury prevention, including on provincial regulatory frameworks for workplace safety, first aid and water safety as well as on the funding of programs aimed at preventing violence, bullying and abuse. Discuss ongoing programmatic issues with the Prime Ministers Office and the Treasury Board on an as needed basis. Discuss ongoing operational issues in relation to the ongoing delivery of humanitarian aid and development programming in specific geographies. Discuss ongoing operational issues in relation to COVID response operations, domestic emergency management, disaster response, disaster risk reduction, detention monitoring and health activities with specific reference to having access to and protecting the most vulnerable populations in Canada. Build greater support for the mobilization of resources to support diverse programming for First Nation communities in specific geographies.

Secure investments in readiness for all-hazard response, including health emergencies and public health crises in Canada and around the world. Increase support and investment in diverse programming for Indigenous communities, including preparedness, risk reduction, emergency response and recovery. Increase support and funding on issues related to global migration and forced displacement, including on operational responses to new arrivals in Canada. Engage in governmental dialogue on issues related to international humanitarian law (IHL), with specific reference to ensuring the protection of populations experiencing increased vulnerabilities and the delivery of humanitarian assistance during times of armed conflict. Build support for health and public initiatives, including but not limited to supports targeted to mental health and seniors. Build support and obtain grant funding for community service organizations in Canada.

Supporting request to have capacity building grants by Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) reallocated to operational funding for grantees. Seeking the implementation of increased victim services to address needs. Seeking funding through Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) to support women's groups' capacity to increase women's economic empowerment through social innovation and social finance. Seeking change to labour standards regarding domestic violence in the workplace. Seeking additional and more targeted training and research related to implementation of Bill C-65, formerly known as An Act to amend the Canada Labour Code (harassment and violence), the Parliamentary Employment and Staff Relations Act and the Budget Implementation Act, and pay equity. Request to extend and renew the Investment Readiness Program with Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). Pursue funding opportunities to support capacity building and leverage funding for the women's sector from Women and Gender Equity Canada. Implementation of the Calls for Justice from the Report on the Inquiry into Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls.

Lobbying related to the development and implementation of The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, as it relates to resource development, in support of fair and effective policy design. Lobbying with government to facilitate and support the Company's efforts to secure a federal grant, contribution, or other financial benefit from the Government of Canada via departmental programs (e.g. NRCan, ISED), from Crown Corporations (e.g. EDC), and/or Arms-length independent bodies (e.g. Canada Growth Fund) and/or from other agencies, departments, and crown entities not yet identified, to support the establishment of a Heavy and Light Rare Earth Element hub for Canada anchored by the Company's proposed mine and refinery in Quebec province and ancillary assets in Labrador. Potential support from Canada Growth Fund (CGF), Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund (CMIF), Strategic Investment Fund (SIF) or other suitable Canada / Quebec sources of government support. Project aligns closely with innovation, economic development, investment goals. Communicating our projects' alignment with Canadian & Quebec Critical Minerals strategies. Promoting awareness and seeking non-specific government guidance or support for various aspects like permitting, indigenous support, preferred location(s) for processing facility. Lobbying on emerging policies and programs pertaining to Critical Minerals development and the establishment of robust North American supply chains to support a domestic advanced battery ecosystem, drive decarbonization of Canada’s economy and energy systems, and become a trusted and secure source of Critical Minerals to bolster Canada’s strategic position with the United States, with the European Union and with allied nations in Asia and the Indo-Pacific region. Sustainable Resource Development: Seek to ensure that any legislative initiatives affecting Critical Mineral resource development are grounded in the principles of sound science/evidence-based decision-making, efficiency of regulatory process and posit a meaningful role for Indigenous rights-holders and communities. Lobbying related to the scope of any federal Impact Assessment on the Company's Strange Lake Rare Earths hub project in Quebec and Labrador, including discussion related to the question of provincial and Indigenous Rights-holders' Impact Assessment equivalency, standards, and programs. Lobbying related to the significant contribution which development of Canada's Light and Heavy Rare Earth Elements can make to the strategic security and defence partnership between Canada and the United States of America. Lobbying to ensure that proposed Investment Tax Credits pertinent to the Critical Minerals sector are effective and impactful.

Discussions related to climate including the policy and regulatory framework with regards to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, including the federal output-based pricing system and the development of provincial equivalency standards and programs. Discussions related to forthcoming budgets and/or economic updates related to taxation of the upstream oil and gas sector. General competitiveness conversations and Canadian energy strategy discussions related to national level alignment on energy priorities, including North American energy security and US/Canada relations (i.e. market access and global energy markets).

Canada Student Financial Assistance The Budget 2025 Implementation Act, No. 1 (Bill C-15), Changes to Canada Student Financial Assistance

Seeking government contracting opportunities for D-TA's electronic warfare and radar products. Seeking funding opportunities for D-TA's electronic warfare and radar products.

Seeking funding opportunities for D-TA's electronic warfare and radar products. Seeking government contracting opportunities for D-TA's electronic warfare and radar products.

Seeking procurement opportunities pertaining to armour or armoured vehicles, logistic vehicles and ancillaries, and other requirements of the Canadian Armed Forces Seeking opportunities to provide feedback on ensuring opportunities for Canadian-based suppliers in Canada's defence procurement process.

Seeking opportunities to provide feedback on ensuring opportunities for Canadian-based suppliers in Canada's defence procurement process. Seeking procurement opportunities pertaining to armour or armoured vehicles, logistic vehicles and ancillaries, and other requirements of the Canadian Armed Forces

Seeking government financial support for potential expansion of Canadian facilities. Engagement regarding the impact of federal regulations on climate change and the competitiveness of the speciality chemicals sector. Engagement regarding the impact of federal legislation on climate change and the competitiveness of the speciality chemicals sector. Discussions with officials on the Biomanufacturing and Life Sciences Strategy. Discussions with officials on sustainability in the speciality chemicals sector. Consideration of an application for funding under the Strategic Innovation Fund.

Support relating to international sporting events and ensuring smooth cross border flow of technical personnel. Supporting Fox Corporation in communicating with public office holders about Fox's streaming service, Tubi, as well as the Online Streaming Act and the Digital Services Act.

Taxation and treatment of import beers

Discussions pertaining to updates to the Government of Canada’s public sector procurement policies. Discussions pertaining to the review of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) Working collectively with other leading Canadian space companies, discuss the merits of greater funding in the federal budget, as a necessary requirement for ensuring that sufficient Canadian space industry infrastructure is available as a strategic national resource, to meet Canadian defence, security, natural resource management, disaster management, communications and other public policy needs. - Canadian export control rules and regulations with regards to specific Honeywell Limited requests for permits to export space products under Canada's Export Control Regime. - The execution of Canadian export control rules and regulations under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) as applied to specific Honeywell Limited requests for permits to export space products.

Funding for Research & Development in semiconductor sector Support Infineon in contributing to the Canadian semiconductor manufacturing industry

Liaising with government officials to discuss promotion of JCM's renewable energy projects throughout Africa and Asia.

Working with the government to increase understanding of algorithms and automated decision-making tools . The government’s approach to workforce development, talent and skilling, as well as broader labour market trends; including attracting and retaining skilled talent in a workforce enabled by artificial-intelligence tools. The development and deployment of artificial intelligence with respect to the labour market, including hiring, recruitment and algorithmic trends. Matters related to online platforms and internet safety, including online harms. Efforts to curb disinformation and misinformation on online platforms and programs related to the protection of democratic institutions and electoral systems. Current or upcoming legislation, including Bill C-63, Online Harms Act, as it relates to online harms, protection of minors and their data online. Current or upcoming legislation, including Bill C-27, Consumer Privacy Protection Act as it relates to artificial intelligence, automated decision-making tools and online platforms.

Advocating for allocation of radio communications spectrum in regards to Institutional, Commercial and Industrial Users

Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) as it relates to federal funding & long term investment in health research. Access to treatments as it relates to the current regulatory and price negotiation processes to enhance timely access to all Health Canada approved Multiple Sclerosis (MS) disease-modifying therapies, with respect to the National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Diseases and national pharmacare. We ask the federal government to fund MS research in partnership with MS Canada, leveraging our connections and expertise to focus and further our understanding of MS, pursue leading-edge research on repair and regeneration, and explore prevention strategies, including targeting the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Safe Long-Term Care Act with respect to persons affected by MS. National Housing Strategy with respect for persons with MS and other chronic conditions and disabilities. Measures and funding for the charitable sector generally. Home care, with respect to creation with provincial/ territorial governments programs relating to increased home care for persons with MS and other disabilities/ diseases and the support of caregivers. Federal Budget: Allocate funding for the Canada Disability Benefit, the Employment Insurance Sickness Benefit; health research; access to treatment and care; and other budgetary policy as it relates to MS. Establishment of national strategy for neurological conditions, with respect to persons with MS and other neurological conditions. Employment Insurance sickness benefits, with respect to creation of flexible benefits for persons with MS and other episodic disabilities. Disability Tax Credit with respect to making it refundable and ensuring eligibility for Canadians with episodic disabilities. Comprehensive disability income programs, with respect to persons with MS and other chronic and episodic disabilities. Canada Pension Plan – Disability with respect to eligibility for persons with MS and other chronic and episodic disabilities Canada Health Transfer - health system funding transfer and agreements intended for provinces/territories to support the delivery of healthcare services, including MS care. Canada Health Act and regulations, as it relates to long-term and home care. Canada Disability Benefit Regulations, with respect to creating a benefit that can be accessed by Canadians with episodic disabilities and lifts Canadians with disabilities out of poverty Bill C-64, An Act Respecting Pharmacare with respect for persons with MS and other chronic conditions and disabilities

Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) as it relates to federal funding & long term investment in health research. Access to treatments as it relates to the current regulatory and price negotiation processes to enhance timely access to all Health Canada approved Mutiple Sclerosis (MS) disease-modifying therapies, with respect to the National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Diseases and national pharmacare. We ask the federal government to fund MS research in partnership with MS Canada, leveraging our connections and expertise to focus and further our understanding of MS, pursue leading-edge research on repair and regeneration, and explore prevention strategies, including targeting the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Safe Long-Term Care Act with respect to persons affected by MS. National Housing Strategy with respect for persons with MS and other chronic conditions and disabilities. Measures and funding for the charitable sector generally. Home care, with respect to creation with provincial/ territorial governments programs relating to increased home care for persons with MS and other disabilities/ diseases and the support of caregivers. Federal Budget: Allocate funding for the Canada Disability Benefit, the Employment Insurance Sickness Benefit; health research; access to treatment and care; and other budgetary policy as it relates to MS. Establishment of national strategy for neurological conditions, with respect to persons with MS and other neurological conditions. Employment Insurance sickness benefits, with respect to creation of flexible benefits for persons with MS and other episodic disabilities. Disability Tax Credit with respect to making it refundable and ensuring eligibility for Canadians with episodic disabilities. Comprehensive disability income programs, with respect to persons with MS and other chronic and episodic disabilities. Canada Pension Plan – Disability with respect to eligibility for persons with MS and other chronic and episodic disabilities. Canada Health Transfer - health system funding transfer and agreements intended for provinces/territories to support the delivery of healthcare services, including MS care. Canada Health Act and regulations, as it relates to long-term and home care. Canada Disability Benefit Regulations, with respect to creating a benefit that can be accessed by Canadians with episodic disabilities and lifts Canadians with disabilities out of poverty. Bill C-64, An Act Respecting Pharmacare with respect for persons with MS and other chronic conditions and disabilities.

Communications regarding technology-driven innovation in supply chains and logistics. Communications regarding Canadian small- and medium-sized enterprise (SME) technological exports and scaling internationally.

The treatment of plastics under CEPA and/or other regulatory mechanisms. The federal government’s approach to value-add in the energy sector, and ways this may impact the export of energy products to foreign markets. Tax Policy – we continue to pursue accelerated Capital Cost Allowance (CCA) to strengthen the viability of capital projects (eg. writing off / depreciation of existing assets). Rail Transportation - to mitigate the risks of reliability to rail service which is an important mode of product shipment, due to strikes or other similar events. Pursue eligibility of planned projects under the Technology Fund provision (precertification) of the Regulatory Framework for Air Emissions. Potential National Energy Board regulation of former NOVA Gas Transmission Limited pipeline, and consideration of how NGLs will be handled, and streaming of lean gas. Possible legislation to be introduced dealing with climate change; Regulatory Framework for Air Emissions – proposed changes to the Clean Air Act and the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) regarding the impact of federal legislation on climate change and the competitiveness of the petrochemicals sector. Pipelines – federal oversight of pipelines through Canada and the handling of natural gas liquids (NGLs). NOVA Chemicals will be seeking proactive federal policy that recognizes the importance of value-add in the energy supply chain and accruing maximum benefits from energy resources and projects for the benefit of Canadians. Looking at government financial support for potential expansion of Canadian facilities. International Trade Issues associated with cross border trade between Canada and the USA, particularly proposed tariffs. Industry specific concerns to mitigate the economic impact and protect Canadian interests. Immigration - measures or provisions of interest would be in reference to VISA applications. Continue to engage the Government of Canada re: forthcoming regulations governing Green House Gas (GHG) emissions, and air emissions other than GHG in the longer-term. Canada Transportation Act – NOVA Chemicals remains vigilant of provisions in the Transportation Act ensuring reliability and stability of rail service servicing NOVA Chemicals’ ethylene/polyethylene facilities, and co-products such as butane and propylene. Canada's policies governing GHGs and other emissions as it relates to petrochemical/chemistry facilities. Canada’s policies to incent more private sector investment in research and development to combat climate change. Overall investment climate for petrochemicals in Canada versus competing jurisdictions.

Seeking support from the Strategic Response Fund Program for support of biomanufacturing expansion project. Discussion regarding the launch of new branded product in the rare disease space Policies aimed at reinforcing pharmaceutical supply chain. Improvements to the supports offered by the federal government to support R&D; in particular, generic drug research and development. Policies aimed at facilitating generic drugs repurposing. Discussion on the opioids crisis and the Health minister's expectations from pharmaceutical manufacturers Discussion of regulatory impediments to the launch of pediatric formulations of branded and generic products. Discussion of a possible Therapeutics Products Directorate ("TPD") workstream on complex generics regulatory pathways.

Discussion regarding the launch of new branded product in the rare disease space Improvements to the supports offered by the federal government to support R&D; in particular, generic drug research and development. Seeking support from the Strategic Innovation Fund Program for support of biomanufacturing expansion project. Policies aimed at reinforcing pharmaceutical supply chain. Policies aimed at facilitating generic drugs repurposing. Discussion on the opioids crisis and the Health minister's expectations from pharmaceutical manufacturers Discussion of regulatory impediments to the launch of pediatric formulations of branded and generic products. Discussion of a possible Therapeutics Products Directorate ("TPD") workstream on complex generics regulatory pathways.

Communicate about how the Government of Canada can support the growth of domestic quantum computing companies in a geopolitically competitive environment. Support for building a strong quantum economy in Canada including funding for Canadian quantum companies and monitoring international regulations, including through the Canadian Quantum Champions Program

Support for building a strong quantum economy in Canada including funding for Canadian quantum companies and monitoring international regulations, including through the Canadian Quantum Champions Program Communicate about how the Government of Canada can support the growth of domestic quantum computing companies in a geopolitically competitive environment.

Communicate about Bill C-8, an Act Respecting Cyber Security, and other potential future legislative and regulatory initiatives affecting the cybersecurity ecosystem. Communicate about strengthening the Canadian cybersecurity ecosystem against threats posed by quantum to modern cryptography. Contribute to the Government of Canada's National Quantum Strategy, National Cyber Security Strategy, National AI Strategy, Defence Industrial Strategy - and accompanying action plans - to support strengthened cybersecurity and quantum preparedness. Explore funding opportunities for cybersecurity solutions addressing both classical and quantum threats. Communicate about Qorsa's cybersecurity solutions that protect against current sophisticated attacks and future quantum threats, as they support the Government of Canada's security, technological, industrial and resilience policy objectives.

Explore funding opportunities for cybersecurity solutions addressing both classical and quantum threats. Communicate about Bill C-8, an Act Respecting Cyber Security, and other potential future legislative and regulatory initiatives affecting the cybersecurity ecosystem. Contribute to the Government of Canada's National Quantum Strategy, National Cyber Security Strategy, National AI Strategy, Defence Industrial Strategy - and accompanying action plans - to support strengthened cybersecurity and quantum preparedness. Communicate about Qorsa's cybersecurity solutions that protect against current sophisticated attacks and future quantum threats, as they support the Government of Canada's security, technological, industrial and resilience policy objectives. Communicate about strengthening the Canadian cybersecurity ecosystem against threats posed by quantum to modern cryptography.

Advocacy focused on informing officials and decision makers about (and ultimately closing gaps in) export flow data, transportation cost transparency, and pipeline cost information; working towards the creation of Export Sales Reporting. Identifying and highlighted related opportunities to assist Canada's agricultural sector better plan, adapt and compete globally in the context of new realities and developments in international trade.

All matters related to the Telecommunications and Broadcasting Acts, particularly as they relate to wholesale policies, competitive access to telecommunication facilities, and fostering sustainable competition. For telecommunications, this relates to wholesale telecommunications service regulations and policies such as those set out in CRTC Telecom Regulatory Policy 2015-326 and other CRTC decisions and initiatives that affect competitive telecommunication service providers. For broadcasting, this relates to broadcasting regulation and policies such as those set out in the CRTC’s series of “Let’s Talk TV” decisions. Interpretation and implementation of the 2023 Government of Canada Telecom Policy Direction to the CRTC under the Telecommunications Act. Legislative initiatives that may involve or impact competitive telecommunications service providers, such as potential amendments to the Broadcasting Act creating new obligations, for example. Access to bottleneck facilities and the fostering of sustainable competition under the Telecommunications Act. With respect to telecommunications, this relates especially to wholesale telecommunications services regulations. Legislative initiatives that may involve or impact competitive telecommunications service providers, such as amendments to the Telecommunications Act related to cybersecurity or information sharing, for example.

Input on transportation infrastructure and improvements, and trade-enabling infrastructure to the benefit of Canadian exporters. Input on policy and recommendations related to mining, critical minerals, and natural resources, including the Canadian Minerals and Metals Plan. Input on economic policy and growth for Canada and Canadian exports Input on climate change and green house gas emissions reduction policy, including the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act, Output-Based Pricing System. Input on Clean Fuel Standard regulations under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999. Input on Clean Electricity Regulations International trade policies, in particular as it pertains to the application of tariffs.

Sustainable Resource Development: Seek to ensure that any legislative initiatives affecting Critical Mineral resource development are grounded in the principles of sound science/evidence-based decision-making, efficiency of regulatory process and posit a meaningful role for Indigenous rights-holders and communities. Lobbying with the government to facilitate and support the Company's efforts to secure a federal grant, contribution, or other financial benefit from the Government of Canada via departmental programs (e.g. the Canadian Critical Minerals Investment Fund at NRCan, and the Strategic Innovation Fund at ISED), from Crown Corporations (e.g. EDC), and/or Arms-length independent bodies (e.g. Canada Growth Fund, Canada Infrastructure Bank) and/or from other agencies, departments, and crown entities not yet identified, to support the establishment of a Heavy and Light Rare Earth Element hub for Canada anchored by the Company's proposed mine and refinery in Quebec province and ancillary assets in Labrador. Lobbying to ensure that proposed Investment Tax Credits pertinent to the Critical Minerals sector are effective and impactful. Lobbying related to the scope of any federal Impact Assessment Agency (IAA) on the Company's Strange Lake Rare Earths project in Quebec and Labrador, including discussion related to the question of provincial and Indigenous Rights-holders' Impact Assessment equivalency, standards, and programs. Lobbying related to Canadian Critical Minerals Strategy and the significant contribution which development of Canada's Light and Heavy Rare Earth Elements can make to the strategic security and defence partnership between Canada and the United States of America. Lobbying on emerging policies and programs under the Canadian Critical Minerals Strategy pertaining to Critical Minerals development and the establishment of robust North American supply chains to support a domestic advanced battery ecosystem, drive decarbonization of Canada’s economy and energy systems, and become a trusted and secure source of Critical Minerals to bolster Canada’s strategic position with the United States, with the European Union and with allied nations in Asia and the Indo-Pacific region.