Ben Parsons

Seek a remission order for taxes levied on individuals living on lands now recognized as reserve lands Discussing the Client's priorities relating to tailings, release and transboundary water issues on the reserves Advance accountability on the status of the environmental contamination at the dock in Fort Chipewyan. Work with government on addition-to-reserve proposals to enhance economic development opportunities and recognize ACFN's presence in Fort Chipewyan. Strengthening Canada's oil sands mining effluent regulations. Species at risk protection for wood bison and caribou in northern Alberta. Seek government support for the development of essential infrastructure and housing on ACFN reserve lands. Seek government support for economic development opportunities in Fort Chipewyan and ACFN reserve lands. Seek acknowledgement and a formal apology from the Government of Canada for ACFN's forced relocation from its traditional territory in Wood Buffalo National Park. Responding to the 2023 wildfires in Northern Alberta. Expediting the addition to reserve process. Ensure enforcement of federal government laws and regulations regarding the protection of treaty lands, at risk wildlife and rivers in proximity to the proposed Frontier Project near Wood Buffalo National Park. Engagement with government officials on disruptions to business, health & safety requirements, and opportunities to help with the COVID-19 pandemic. Engagement around the establishment of a national framework for indigenous policing and related justice reforms. Engagement around the establishment of a national framework for indigenous policing and related justice reforms. Engagement around the establishment of a national framework for indigenous policing and related justice reforms. Engage in discussions regarding the recognition of ACFN's rights & self-determination. Engage in discussions regarding the enhancement of primary education for ACFN members. Development of a baseline health study to monitor the impacts of the Athabasca oil sands on ACFN members. Carbon pricing, and government measures to mitigate climate change Arranging meetings to obtain information regarding Indigenous investment and ownership opportunities regarding the Government of Canada's ownership of the Trans Mountain pipeline. Addressing severe shortfalls and capacity issues in education delivery for indigenous youth.

Policies and programs in support of renewable energy developments, transmission and storage and the achievement of climate change targets. Engaging on the proposed Clean Electricity Standard. Determining eligibility for the Clean Tech Investment Tax Credit

Discussions regarding the North American trade in biofuels, and the competitiveness of Canadian biofuel producers. Transportation of Dangerous Goods (Land) related to proposed changes to TDG regulations and the impacts of Protective Direction No. 39 on the competitiveness of the oil and gas sector. The Canada Shipping Act with respect to safe marine transportation. Technological innovation related to potential enhancement of Canada's research and innovation policy. This may include but is not limited to discussions regarding new or existing government programs supporting innovation and research in developing energy and cleaner energy (Clean Growth Program, Low Carbon Economy Challenge, Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, etc.). Tax structure changes as applicable to the natural resource extraction industry, including tax structures to support emissions reduction investments. Seeking policy levers to improve the utility of emissions credit to support emissions reduction technology deployment, with the Clean Fuel Regulation and OBPS related policy frameworks. Support for West White Rose - Discussion of critical timelines for resumption of West White Rose/White Rose, status of federal/provincial discussions on support for the NL offshore, including potential support for provincial government investment in West White Rose/White Rose. Species at Risk Act with regards to conservation initiatives to protect species and habitat. Seeking potential community infrastructure funding to support Cenovus' Indigenous Housing Initiative. Providing industry feedback on Impact Assessment Act relating to how Canada will assess major projects going forward, including the Project List, information requirements, time management regulations and the approach to assessment. Petroleum Research - Participating in meetings with government to collaborate with industry peers on research of benefit to industry and government in Newfoundland. Marine safety and spill response management and discussions around West Coast tanker moratorium. Major Projects Management Office as they relate to their coordinating role in improving efficiency and overseeing major oil and gas projects. Implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Impact Assessment Act, the Canadian Energy Regulator Act, and the Navigation Protection Act, as they relate to cumulative effects assessments, environmental aspects of major oil and gas projects, and upstream greenhouse gas emissions and impacts on project assessments as well as discussions related to the implementation of environmental assessment processes. Greenhouse Gas Offshore Program - discussions with government regarding the development of potential greenhouse gas program related to offshore activities. Federal Real Property Act regarding resource exploration and drilling activity in a specific development area. Extractive Sector Transparency Measures Act implementation of the mandatory reporting standards for the extractive sector. Exploring potential partnership with Federal Government in delivering 2B Trees Program. Engage government and parliament regarding Bill C-59's proposed amendments to the Competition Act, to ensure that legitimate environmental targets are not subject to deceptive marketing claims. Discussions with regulator about how to improve and align combustion technical standards across provincial and federal jurisdictions. Discussions with government seeking policy and funding support for a joint gateway listing recommended environmental, social, and governance (ESG) suppliers. Discussions with Government regarding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) definitions and reporting requirements, and the Federal Government's support for innovation and technology development initiatives. Discussions with government regarding Atlantic Offshore Health and Safety Regulations. Discussions with Government on policy levers to support development of CCUS, methane and other emission reduct

Engagement with government officials to seek funding or tax relief measures for net zero building material manufacturing, in support of Canada's forestry sector and housing supply chain.

Tri-Agency Policy on Indigenous Citizenship and Membership Affirmation Engagement with government officials and parliamentarians re. Bill S-14, "An Act to amend the Canada National Parks Act, the Canada National Marine Conservation Areas Act, the Rouge National Urban Park Act and the National Parks of Canada Fishing Regulations," regarding impacts on treaty rights.

Engaging with government officials regarding the commercialization of SFL Missions' leading edge small satellite technology

Assistance understanding and navigating import/export permits under the Controlled Goods Program. Help understanding and applying for Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems certification. Engaging with the government of Canada to learn more about, and consult on the design of the Canada Strong Fund. Strategic Innovation Fund assistance to build defence manufacturing capacity in Canada. Advocating for support under the FedDev program.

Participating in the regulatory process and consultations relating to the proposed Crown Mountain Coking Coal Project.

Engage government regarding black mass recycling, imports and hazardous waste classification. To participate and help shape the government's EV and critical minerals strategy through open-ended discussions. Engagement with government officials to seek funding for critical mineral refining and recycling, in support of Canada's zero emission vehicle supply chain.

Engage with Government to discuss global supply chain considerations for large, offshore wind projects. Engage with government to identify grant and preferential financing opportunities. Engage with government to address potential trade barriers facing the Oceanic Wind project.

Negotiations around Clean Fuel Challenge Funding contribution agreement. Inclusion of waste hydrogen in the Clean Technology Investment Tax Credit.

Engage the federal government regarding Canada Revenue Agency guidance and the Taxpayer Bill of Rights. iZEV Program eligibility for carsharing to allow weekly rentals. Zero emission vehicle refueling infrastructure, ensuring the inclusion of hydrogen infrastructure in the plan. Trade and supply chain considerations for vehicles and auto parts. The US Mexico Canada Trade agreement (USMCA) in principle as it relates to the auto industry. Public Safety with respect to the illegal export of stolen vehicles through Canadian Ports. Governments policies or programs targeting 50% of new vehicles sold by 2030 and 100% of new passenger vehicles sold by 2035 to be zero emission. Federal Budget policies as it relates to implementation of consumer and business incentives for electrified light duty passenger vehicles. Engage with government on policies, programs and any regulatory responses to address auto theft. Electric Vehicle & Alternative Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Initiative: specifically distribution of funding to hydrogen fuelling infrastructure. Canada/Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) free-trade agreement in principle as it relates to the auto industry. Canada/Korea free-trade agreement as it relates to auto industry. Canada/Japan potential free-trade agreement as it relates to the auto industry. Canada/EU free-trade agreement in principle as it relates to the auto industry.

Discussions relating to proposed US regulations impacting the trade in renewable fuels. Pursuing funding from the Strategic Innovation Fund for a proposed renewable natural gas project. Pursuing funding from the Clean Fuels Fund. Discussions with government regarding the technical feasibility study for the search of the Prairie Green landfill.

To obtain an acknowledgement of Canada’s role in the relocation of the Woodland Cree First Nation community from Marten River, and compensation including the return of Woodland Cree First Nation land as a reserve. Engage government regarding the role of private sector investment in the development of Indigenous owned projects.