Cassandra Almeida

Engagement with government on influencing policies for AI Clouds and advocating for the development of the tech sector in Canada. Engagement on Canada's Digital Economy and seeking government contracts/funding with a variety of government departments in regards to Denvr AI Services and AI Data processing Seeking funding for AI Strategy & AI Compute Challenge to develope AI infrastructure

Looking to engage on policies and programs under development related to the adoption and deployment of data analytics, artificial intelligence, and digital infrastructure solutions across federal departments, agencies, and municipalities. Opportunities to provide funding around transportation, economic, and planning-based data analytics to inform government decision-making

Engagement with the federal government on Artificial Intelligence (AI), including policy development, regulation, and the deployment of AI Programs and digital infrastructure across industries. Engagement with the federal government with transportation (Roads/Bridges/Ports) infrastructure projects Engagement with the federal government of large infrastructure projects pertaining to the Major Projects Office Federal government policy on nuclear power development across Canada Engage on federal government priorities on Natural Resources, Mining and Energy sectors

Lobbying the Federal Government to promote policies facilitating access to Dialogue and telemedicine to more Canadians.

Engagement with federal government regarding tariff concerns that are affecting the business. Tariffs under section 232 and reciprocal tariffs.

Provide views on policies, reviews and regulatory measures affecting the grocery retail sector Provide input on Canada's food, health and consumer manufacturing sector and the supply chain. Provide input on fair competition and balance to grocery retailers. Engage with the federal government on regulatory or legislative changes related to the grocery code of conduct Engage with the federal government on discussions regarding trade agreements and their impact on the retail and food sector

Seeking to raise awareness about Ciena’s optical and routing systems, services, and automation software and discuss how Ciena’s services can support long-term innovation. In addition to seeking clarity about current policy direction, the goal is to convey Ciena’s priorities regarding investments in innovation and research.

To engage federal government and regulators to discuss digital payment service providers. Engage with federal government to discuss Neo's role in Canada's financial industry as a alternative to large banks. Engage with the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions on the rules governing financial institutions. Engage with the Federal Government to discuss Financial Services Review, in relation to financial institutions policies and financial technologies.