Dave Carey

Regulations and defence procurement Importance of CUSMA to the coatings sector. Regulatory Modernization and Red Tape Reduction Regulatory harmonization and reduction of trade irritants with major trading partners Discussions concerning railway and port strikes as it relates to economic development, trade and labour disruptions and global reputation as a reliable and on time supplier of products. Canada Transportation Act and regulations as it relates to the transportation of CASE raw materials and products. Support development of transportation and trade infrastructure that facilities the timely import and export of goods. Ensure government recognizes the environmental and stewardship practices and contributions that the CASE sector has made through recycling, research and development and innovation. The contributions should be recognizes through climate change laws, policies, programs, research, and regulations related to the CASE sector. Healthy Environments and Consumer Safety (HECS) as it pertains to consumer and hazardous products. Pest Control Products Act and the regulation of biocides. Pest Management Regulatory Agency and the transformation agenda. Government Cost Recovery and User Fee Programs with respect to the Pest Management Regulatory Agency. Chemicals Management Plan regarding the review of existing, and new substances, which may be used in the CASE sector. Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) with respect to the Right to a Healthy Environment. Canadian Environment Protection Act and its regulations for Volatile Organic Compounds. Cabinet Directive on Regulation regarding the expectations and requirements in the development, management and review of federal regulations. Multilateral and bilateral trade negotiations to maintain and expand opportunities to support the reduction in tariffs and non-tariff trade barriers. Support government efforts to eliminate technical barriers to trade.