First Lake Solutions

Promote the benifits of choosing Canadian steel in government-sponsored infrastructure and construction programs, including homebuilding and Build Canada Homes. Procurement reforms to prioritize Canadian steel in federally funded projects. Proposals include “Buy Canadian” requirements, minimum domestic content standards, and mandatory disclosure of country of melt and pour. CISC is seeking trade enforcement measures to protect domestic industry. Priorities include combating steel dumping, aligning Canadian tariffs with U.S. measures, and closing circumvention loopholes.

Advocating for the inclusion of Canadian steel amounts in new, publicly funded manufacturing projects, and for responses to the US tariffs on the Canadian steel industry.

Supporting efforts to respond to American tariffs on steel products with Canadian industry supports. Advocating for the inclusion of Canadian steel amounts in new, publicly funded manufacturing projects.

Advancing conversations about infrastructure development to promote trade and economic growth in northern British Columbia

Advancing policies and programs that support mechanical contractors and mechanical trades for sector-wide benefit. This includes improving recruitment of contractors in high-demand sectors and government-sectoral coordination to better forecast labour force needs.

Advancing policies and programs that support mechanical contractors and mechanical trades for sector-wide benefit.

We are looking for the federal government to implement a tax credit, similar to the federal tradesperson's tools expenses deduction, that women who work in the skilled trades and are required to purchase their own PPE will be able to qualify for.

Promoting the value and contributions of the water quality industry to providing safe, clean drinking water in homes and industrial applications in communities throughout Canada. Advancing the discussion on training and credential recognition for certified professional water quality specialists.

Supporting PLEAC in advancing its goal to maintain federal funding of provincial public legal education organizations to deliver services in future budgets.

Work with the federal government and financial sector regulators on developing the regulatory framework around the Stablecoin Act. Work with the federal government and financial sector regulators on developing clear definitions, categorization and regulatory treatment of crypto assets. To engage federal financial sector regulators with respect to the supervision of crypto assets under Canada’s anti-money laundering and terrorist financing regulations. To advocate for the development of a national strategy to support the growth of Canada’s Web3 economy and digital assets and create an environment where blockchain technology helps to transform the Canadian economy.

Work with the federal government and financial sector regulators on developing clear definitions, categorization and regulatory treatment of crypto assets. To engage federal financial sector regulators with respect to the supervision of crypto assets under Canada’s anti-money laundering and terrorist financing regulations. To advocate for the development of a national strategy to support the growth of Canada’s Web3 economy and digital assets and create an environment where blockchain technology helps to transform the Canadian economy.

Taxation and Finance - ACEC is sharing information about the possible impacts of capital gains tax changes. Transportation - long-term strategic transportation policy is required. International Trade - ensure that international trade agreements respect engineering services as a professional service, rather than a commodity. Infrastructure: The Association of Consulting Engineering Companies - Canada is advocating that a long-term sustainable infrastructure program be created to provide better value to taxpayers. Government Procurement - The Association of Consulting Engineering Companies - Canada is advocating that Treasury Board, government departments and agencies, change the policy by which it procures consulting engineering services. Use of Qualifications-Based Selection procurement policy is recommended. Economic Development - ACEC is looking to encourage government departments to develop infrastructure investment programs that will sustain and grow the expertise and capacity of the Canadian consulting engineering sector in order to make it more competitive and to provide long-term value to taxpayers. Budget - monitoring government infrastructure investment on behalf of ACEC members. This includes ongoing and new programs. Lobbying for a long-term and sustainable level of infrastructure funding that focuses on value term value rather than short term expenditures.

Transportation - long-term strategic transportation policy is required. International Trade - ensure that international trade agreements respect engineering services as a professional service, rather than a commodity. Infrastructure: The Association of Consulting Engineering Companies - Canada is advocating that a long-term sustainable infrastructure program be created to provide better value to taxpayers. In particular, funding for Infrastructure Canada and Public Works and Government Services Canada are of interest. Government Procurement - The Association of Consulting Engineering Companies - Canada is advocating that Treasury Board, government departments and agencies, change the policy by which it procures consulting engineering services. Use of Qualifications-Based Selection procurement policy is recommended. Economic Development - ACEC is looking to encourage government departments to develop infrastructure investment programs that will sustain and grow the expertise and capacity of the Canadian consulting engineering sector in order to make it more competitive and to provide long-term value to taxpayers. Budget - monitoring government infrastructure investment on behalf of ACEC members. This includes ongoing and new programs. Lobbying for a long-term and sustainable level of infrastructure funding that focuses on value term value rather than short term expenditures.

International Trade - ensure that international trade agreements respect engineering services as a professional service, rather than a commodity. Economic Development - ACEC is looking to encourage government departments to develop infrastructure investment programs that will sustain and grow the expertise and capacity of the Canadian consulting engineering sector in order to make it more competitive and to provide long-term value to taxpayers. Infrastructure: The Association of Consulting Engineering Companies - Canada is advocating that a long-term sustainable infrastructure program be created to provide better value to taxpayers. In particular, funding for Infrastructure Canada and Public Works and Government Services Canada are of interest. Budget - monitoring government infrastructure investment on behalf of ACEC members. This includes ongoing and new programs. Lobbying for a long-term and sustainable level of infrastructure funding that focuses on value term value rather than short term expenditures. Transportation - long-term strategic transportation policy is required. Government Procurement - The Association of Consulting Engineering Companies - Canada is advocating that Treasury Board, government departments and agencies, change the policy by which it procures consulting engineering services. Use of Qualifications-Based Selection procurement policy is recommended.

Promoting the important contributions of diagnostic medical sonographers to preventive medicine in Canada. Improving conditions for credential recognition and consistency for diagnostic medical sonographers in Canada.

Advancing infrastructure discussions around the repair and replacement of underground piping and the use of trenchless technologies to extend the lifespan of existing water and wastewater infrastructure.

Seeking funding to support community-led interventions and stigma-reducing work related to HIV/AIDS and Sexually Transmitted and Bloodbourne Infections.

Investing in research, development and fisheries science alongside critical fisheries infrastructure that is essential to the sustainability of the Pacific Halibut Fishery. United States tariffs or significant changes to catch allocations would impose significant damage to harvester revenue, affecting processing, local businesses, and coastal communities. The PHMA seeks to protect the current trade agreement with the United States. The Pacific Halibut Management Association of BC (PHMA) is engaging with the federal government to discuss made-in-BC solutions that protect the mobility of individual quota to allow B.C.’s integrated groundfish fishery to function with transparency of ownership, addressing concentration of access and the sharing of benefits and risks in the fisheries. Preserving the quota mobility that allows the integrated West Coast groundfish fishery to function. The Pacific Halibut Management Association of BC (PHMA) is engaging with the federal government to discuss made-in-BC solutions that protect the mobility of individual quota to allow B.C.’s integrated groundfish fishery to function with transparency of ownership, addressing concentration of access and the sharing of benefits and risks in the fisheries.

Highlighting the importance of international development funding to fight HIV, TB, and malaria and ensure a healthier, safer, more equitable future for all.

Bridging programs for Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs)

Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change - CIPH is advocating for timelines and transition supports that ensure business sustainability for manufacturers, distributors and suppliers in the Plumbing, Heating, Hydronic, Industrial PVF and Waterworks sectors. National Plumbing Code of Canada - CIPH is advocating for timelines and sustainable measures for manufacturers, distributors and suppliers in the Plumbing, Heating, Hydronic, Industrial PVF and Waterworks sectors. National Building Code of Canada - CIPH is advocating for timelines and sustainable measures for manufacturers, distributors and suppliers in the Plumbing, Heating, Hydronic, Industrial PVF and Waterworks sectors. National Adaptation Strategy - CIPH is advocating for timelines and transition supports that ensure business sustainability for manufacturers, distributors and suppliers in the Plumbing, Heating, Hydronic, Industrial PVF and Waterworks sectors. Canada’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan - CIPH is advocating for timelines and transition supports that ensure business sustainability for manufacturers, distributors and suppliers in the Plumbing, Heating, Hydronic, Industrial PVF and Waterworks sectors. Canada Sustainable Jobs Act - CIPH is advocating for timelines and transition supports that ensure business sustainability for manufacturers, distributors and suppliers in the Plumbing, Heating, Hydronic, Industrial PVF and Waterworks sectors.

Championing innovative project procurement and delivery models — including Progressive Design-Build (PDB), Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), and Alliancing — for federally funded infrastructure projects to ensure the best return on investment. Encouraging the federal government to create a structured workforce strategy to ensure that the skilled workforce has the capacity to deliver infrastructure projects. This includes the Government aligning the approach to immigration with the needs of the sector. Recommending that compliance with the federal Buy Canadian Policy be certified by PQS and CEC professionals. Providing education on the role of PQS and CEC professionals in project procurement, design, and delivery Advocating for the use of PQS and CEC professionals in federal infrastructure projects.

Championing innovative project procurement and delivery models — including Progressive Design-Build (PDB), Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), and Alliancing — for federally funded infrastructure projects to ensure the best return on investment. Recommending that compliance with the federal Buy Canadian Policy be certified by PQS and CEC professionals. Encouraging the federal government to create a structured workforce strategy to ensure that the skilled workforce has the capacity to deliver infrastructure projects. This includes the Government aligning the approach to immigration with the needs of the sector. Providing education on the role of PQS and CEC professionals in project procurement, design, and delivery Advocating for the use of PQS and CEC professionals in federal infrastructure projects.

World Trade Organization (WTO) and regional free trade negotiations and policies in terms of providing input on the impact of exports and imports in Canada. Water policy in terms of providing input on the impact of chemical manufacturing operations and the substances used/produced by the industry Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act: providing input related to the Transportation Code contained in the chemical industry's Responsible Care® Ethic and the safe management of chemicals in transport Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) Tax Credit: providing input on its applicability to research in the chemical industry Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) and Globally Harmonized System (GHS): input on the impact of the chemical industry within the context of the Responsible Care® Ethic Marine Policy in terms of providing input on chemical emergency response plans International Trade Issues associated with cross border trade between Canada and the USA. This includes negotiations with the USA on the implementation of the Canada, US, Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) and other trade agreements. Impact of US Tariffs on Canadian industry. Impact of Clean Fuel Standard (CFS) on industrial operations in Canada Impact of Carbon Pricing or emission intensity criteria on industry. General introduction to the chemistry and plastics industries and their role in Canada’s economy and sustainability objectives. Federal government plan to set explicit targets for diverting plastic waste and eliminate the unnecessary use of single-use plastics in government operations Environmental Policy: input on chemical manufacturing operations and the substances produced and used by the industry Environment, Health, and Industry policies related to plastics, in terms of providing input on the development and implementation of the Federal Plastics Registry and Recycled Content Requirement. Engaging on Canada’s participation in the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) process on a global treaty to address plastic pollution, including impacts on the marine environment. Energy Policy: greater federal/provincial alignment on energy policies and streamlined environmental assessments for energy projects. Economic and Fiscal Policy: input on federal financial and tax issues Discussion re: joint government/industry work on chemical and plastics in Canadian supply chains + development of joint consultation process. Discussion on policies and programs related to chemicals management, including the safe use, handling, and oversight of substances within the chemical and plastics industries, and their connection to sustainability and Responsible Care® practices. Concerns regarding climate change policies: impact of carbon pricing and emissions criteria on the industry. Competition Act: impact of federal policies on the competitiveness of the Canadian chemical and plastic industries; Bill C-59 and amendments to greenwashing provisions. Communicating with public office holders to promote the industry cluster in Sarnia-Lambton and its long term sustainability Climate Change Policy: input on federal federal strategies and processes to address greenhouse gas emissions Clean Air Regulatory Framework and Comprehensive Air Management System: Impact on the chemical and plastic industries. Chemical Industry Statistics: Data related to the chemical and plastic industries. Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA): Application to substances produced or used in the chemical and plastic industries. Canadian Environmental Assessment Act and Regulations: impact on assessments of projects in the chemical and plastic industries. Canada Transportation Act: provisions related to railways and impact on the Canadian chemical and the plastic industries. Bill S-5 An Act to Amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act 1999, to make related amendments to the Food and Drugs Act and to repeal the Perfluorooctane Sulfonate Virt

Amendments to the Canadian Environmental Protection Act relating to the export of plastic waste – Bill S-234 Bill S-5 An Act to Amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act 1999, to make related amendments to the Food and Drugs Act and to repeal the Perfluorooctane Sulfonate Virtual Elimination Act (CEPA Modernization). Key areas: changes to the assessment and management of Chemicals and Products; the Right to a Healthy Environment; the protection of Vulnerable Populations; the creation of a "Watch List" for chemical substances; and the protection of confidential business information. Competition Act: impact of federal policies on the competitiveness of the Canadian chemical and plastic industries; Bill C-59 and amendments to greenwashing provisions. Amendments to the Canadian Environmental Protection Act to remove plastic manufactured items from the list of toxic substances in Schedule 1 – Bill C-380 Accelerated Capital Cost Allowance Program: making it permanent or extending it to align with Canada’s ITCs for emissions reduction. Energy Policy: greater federal/provincial alignment on energy policies and streamlined environmental assessments for energy projects. Discussion on policies and programs related to chemicals management, including the safe use, handling, and oversight of substances within the chemical and plastics industries, and their connection to sustainability and Responsible Care® practices. Concerns regarding climate change policies: impact of carbon pricing and emissions criteria on the industry. Chemical Industry Statistics: Data related to the chemical and plastic industries. International Trade Issues associated with cross border trade between Canada and the USA. This includes negotiations with the USA on the implementation of the Canada, US, Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) and other trade agreements. Impact of US Tariffs on Canadian industry. General introduction to the chemistry and plastics industries and their role in Canada’s economy and sustainability objectives. Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA): Application to substances produced or used in the chemical and plastic industries. Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) Tax Credit: providing input on its applicability to research in the chemical industry Water policy in terms of providing input on the impact of chemical manufacturing operations and the substances used/produced by the industry World Trade Organization (WTO) and regional free trade negotiations and policies in terms of providing input on the impact of exports and imports in Canada. Environment, Health, and Industry policies related to plastics, in terms of providing input on the development and implementation of the Federal Plastics Registry and Recycled Content Requirement. Canada Transportation Act: provisions related to railways and impact on the Canadian chemical and the plastic industries. Impact of Carbon Pricing or emission intensity criteria on industry. Economic and Fiscal Policy: input on federal financial and tax issues Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) and Globally Harmonized System (GHS): input on the impact of the chemical industry within the context of the Responsible Care® Ethic Climate Change Policy: input on federal federal strategies and processes to address greenhouse gas emissions Impact of Clean Fuel Standard (CFS) on industrial operations in Canada Discussion re: joint government/industry work on chemical and plastics in Canadian supply chains + development of joint consultation process. Clean Air Regulatory Framework and Comprehensive Air Management System: Impact on the chemical and plastic industries. Federal government plan to set explicit targets for diverting plastic waste and eliminate the unnecessary use of single-use plastics in government operations Communicating with public office holders to promote the industry cluster in Sarnia-Lambton and its long term sustainability Engaging

Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA): Application to substances produced or used in the chemical and plastic industries. World Trade Organization (WTO) and regional free trade negotiations and policies in terms of providing input on the impact of exports and imports in Canada. Communicating with public office holders to promote the industry cluster in Sarnia-Lambton and its long term sustainability Environment, Health, and Industry policies related to plastics, in terms of providing input on the development and implementation of the Federal Plastics Registry and Recycled Content Requirement. Impact of Carbon Pricing or emission intensity criteria on industry. Competition Act: impact of federal policies on the competitiveness of the Canadian chemical and plastic industries; Bill C-59 and amendments to greenwashing provisions. Discussion re: joint government/industry work on chemical and plastics in Canadian supply chains + development of joint consultation process. Economic and Fiscal Policy: input on federal financial and tax issues Bill S-5 An Act to Amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act 1999, to make related amendments to the Food and Drugs Act and to repeal the Perfluorooctane Sulfonate Virtual Elimination Act (CEPA Modernization). Key areas: changes to the assessment and management of Chemicals and Products; the Right to a Healthy Environment; the protection of Vulnerable Populations; the creation of a "Watch List" for chemical substances; and the protection of confidential business information. Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act: providing input related to the Transportation Code contained in the chemical industry's Responsible Care® Ethic and the safe management of chemicals in transport Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) Tax Credit: providing input on its applicability to research in the chemical industry Amendments to the Canadian Environmental Protection Act relating to the export of plastic waste – Bill S-234 Chemical Industry Statistics: Data related to the chemical and plastic industries. Canada Transportation Act: provisions related to railways and impact on the Canadian chemical and the plastic industries. General introduction to the chemistry and plastics industries and their role in Canada’s economy and sustainability objectives. Engaging on Canada’s participation in the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) process on a global treaty to address plastic pollution, including impacts on the marine environment. Canadian Environmental Assessment Act and Regulations: impact on assessments of projects in the chemical and plastic industries. Federal government plan to set explicit targets for diverting plastic waste and eliminate the unnecessary use of single-use plastics in government operations Impact of Clean Fuel Standard (CFS) on industrial operations in Canada Discussion on policies and programs related to chemicals management, including the safe use, handling, and oversight of substances within the chemical and plastics industries, and their connection to sustainability and Responsible Care® practices. Amendments to the Canadian Environmental Protection Act to remove plastic manufactured items from the list of toxic substances in Schedule 1 – Bill C-380 Concerns regarding climate change policies: impact of carbon pricing and emissions criteria on the industry. Climate Change Policy: input on federal federal strategies and processes to address greenhouse gas emissions Accelerated Capital Cost Allowance Program: making it permanent or extending it to align with Canada’s ITCs for emissions reduction. Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) and Globally Harmonized System (GHS): input on the impact of the chemical industry within the context of the Responsible Care® Ethic Water policy in terms of providing input on the impact of chemical manufacturing operations and the substances used/produced by the industry Marine Po

Communicating with public office holders to promote the industry cluster in Sarnia-Lambton and its long term sustainability Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) and Globally Harmonized System (GHS): input on the impact of the chemical industry within the context of the Responsible Care® Ethic Federal government plan to set explicit targets for diverting plastic waste and eliminate the unnecessary use of single-use plastics in government operations Competition Act: impact of federal policies on the competitiveness of the Canadian chemical and plastic industries; Bill C-59 and amendments to greenwashing provisions. Environmental Policy: input on chemical manufacturing operations and the substances produced and used by the industry Clean Air Regulatory Framework and Comprehensive Air Management System: Impact on the chemical and plastic industries. Discussion re: joint government/industry work on chemical and plastics in Canadian supply chains + development of joint consultation process. Energy Policy: greater federal/provincial alignment on energy policies and streamlined environmental assessments for energy projects. Canadian Environmental Assessment Act and Regulations: impact on assessments of projects in the chemical and plastic industries. Accelerated Capital Cost Allowance Program: making it permanent or extending it to align with Canada’s ITCs for emissions reduction. Chemical Industry Statistics: Data related to the chemical and plastic industries. Impact of Clean Fuel Standard (CFS) on industrial operations in Canada Water policy in terms of providing input on the impact of chemical manufacturing operations and the substances used/produced by the industry Canada Transportation Act: provisions related to railways and impact on the Canadian chemical and the plastic industries. Economic and Fiscal Policy: input on federal financial and tax issues World Trade Organization (WTO) and regional free trade negotiations and policies in terms of providing input on the impact of exports and imports in Canada. Engaging on Canada’s participation in the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) process on a global treaty to address plastic pollution, including impacts on the marine environment. Climate Change Policy: input on federal federal strategies and processes to address greenhouse gas emissions Advocating for CIAC’s pre-budget recommendations to strengthen investment attraction, advance climate policy, and improve plastics sector competitiveness. Addressed the impacts of rail labour disruptions on supply chain efficiency and overall industry performance. International Trade Issues associated with cross border trade between Canada and the USA. This includes negotiations with the USA on the implementation of the Canada, US, Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) and other trade agreements. Impact of US Tariffs on Canadian industry. Bill S-5 An Act to Amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act 1999, to make related amendments to the Food and Drugs Act and to repeal the Perfluorooctane Sulfonate Virtual Elimination Act (CEPA Modernization). Key areas: changes to the assessment and management of Chemicals and Products; the Right to a Healthy Environment; the protection of Vulnerable Populations; the creation of a "Watch List" for chemical substances; and the protection of confidential business information. Marine Policy in terms of providing input on chemical emergency response plans Environment, Health, and Industry policies related to plastics, in terms of providing input on the development and implementation of the Federal Plastics Registry and Recycled Content Requirement. Impact of Carbon Pricing or emission intensity criteria on industry. Amendments to the Canadian Environmental Protection Act relating to the export of plastic waste – Bill S-234 Amendments to the Canadian Environmental Protection Act to remove plastic manufactured items from the list of toxic substances in Schedule

Supporting CYACC in advancing its goal of continued federal investment and raising awareness of the work of Child and Youth Advocacy Centres.

Achieving a sustainable, predictable funding model for First Nations education in the Yukon and driving Northern economic development by advancing and delivering upon a Regional Education Agreement in partnership with the federal government.