Bryce McRae

Local wastewater infrastructure Seeking government support for local wastewater infrastructure support

Engaging federal decision-makers regarding the ongoing review of labour disputes at Canada's Ports. Engaging Transport Canada and Employment and Social Development Canada to advocate for strengthened federal compliance and enforcement regarding adherence to federal labour laws and regulations governing federally regulated businesses.

Data privacy and cyber security, as they relate to the movement of goods, and the provision of services. Commercial transportation policy, as it relates to ground and air modes of transport, particularly for the movement of goods. Regulations concerning fuel and vehicle emissions. International trade policy, customs and border security policy, programs, and processes. Legislation, regulations, and/or policies or programs that affect procedures relating to importing and exporting goods, and the collection of duties and taxes at the border. Immigration policies as they relate to work permit conditions. Changes to the Canada Labour Code, and other labour and employment policy changes impacting federally regulated employers. Share perspectives on customs, trade facilitation and trade in services between Canada and the US with decision-makers.

Privacy: Ensure forthcoming privacy legislation, regulations or guidance provides a level playing field for businesses in the auto-aftermarket and prioritizes consumer control over vehicle data. Innovation and Skills Plan, Apprenticeship: Upskilling of current and future aftermarket industry workforce as industry transitions from predominantly mechanical to more technical trade. Bill C-244, An Act to amend the Copyright Act (diagnosis, maintenance and repair): Support PMB C-244 which would allow for the sharing of information from consumer goods for the purposes of diagnostics, maintenance and repair. Green Vehicles: Inform decision-makers about the importance of training and data access so that green and electric vehicles can be properly serviced by Canada's auto aftermarket. Canadian Automotive Service Information Standard (CASIS): The intent and objective of the agreement is to “maintain an open, fair and competitive automotive manufacturing, import, distribution, service and repair industry in Canada for the benefit of all stakeholders and consumers”.