Don Moors

Engage on Canada’s ongoing implementation of Excessive Interest and Financing Expenses Limitation (EIFEL) rules under the Income Tax Act. Engage on issues related to procurement and procurement reforms – including the establishment of a Major Federal Project Office – and the need for consistency and centralized federal leadership in procurement. Engage on issues related to infrastructure investment and the need to focus on lifecycle models in federal infrastructure programs.

Monitor development of privacy and AI policy, with respect to payments and data. Developments with respect to implementation of a digital services tax. Developments related to Budget 2021 commitments to examine credit card transaction fees. Developments regarding Proceeds of Crime and Terrorist Financing Act and regulations with respect to credit card accounts. Developments regarding Consumer Directed Finance: The future of finance services with respect to payments. Developments regarding Bill C-27, An Act to enact the Consumer Privacy Protection Act, the Personal Information and Data Protection Tribunal Act and the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act and to make consequential and related amendments to other Acts Developments regarding Bill C-26, An Act respecting cyber security, amending the Telecommunications Act and making consequential amendments to other Acts Developments of regulations pursuant to the Bank Act with respect to credit card issuer practices. Developments of implementation and Financial Consumer Agency of Canada monitoring of Code of Conduct with respect to Debit and Credit Cards Developments of Digital Economy Strategy with respect to policies relating to payments Arrange and attend meetings to discuss the Government’s 2 billion new trees commitment

Reintroduction of tax incentive for developers known as the Multi-Unit Residential Building (MURB) Parliamentary consideration of Bill C-20 (An Act respecting the establishment of Build Canada Homes) and the impact on the Housing Sector. Discussions regarding the government’s housing policy and the implementation of these policies by Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, and Build Canada Homes

Opportunities under the emergency treatment fund Opportunities for innovation, green technology, and economic development funds for municipalities Opportunities for Infrastructure Funds for Municipalities Opportunities for climate change prevention and adaptation funds and green technology funds for municipalities Opportunities for Affordable Housing Funds pertaining to Municipalities Development of a Federal municipal nominee program that will give cities and towns a role in selecting newcomers to Canada based on local labour needs Advocating for changes to and extension of Federal programs related to COVID-19 (specifically, Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance, Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy, direct funding to municipalities, and capital investments for increasing shelter and affordable housing capacity) during the COVID-19 pandemic.

To raise awareness of Pano AI’s wildfire detection technology and explore government partnerships and procurement opportunities related to wildfire prevention, detection, and response. To raise awareness of Pano AI’s wildfire detection technology and explore potential government funding programs related to wildfire prevention, detection, and response.

Funding for the operations of the National Adaptation Planning Global Network, which works with developing countries to advance adaptation planning and action to combat and mitigate climate change. Funding for the International Institute for Sustainable Development Experimental Lakes Area. The funding would support database maintenance, scientific research on climate change, plastics and pharmaceuticals, the creation of a new public engagement center, and the installation of solar power to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 330,000 kg/year at the Experimental Lakes Area.

Government initiatives supporting economic development and growth across Canada. Engaging the Government of Canada on its proposed integrated management approach to plastic products to prevent waste and pollution. Advocating for repeal of the automatic annual escalator to the federal excise duty, under the Excise Act.

Monitor developments regarding Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act and regulations with respect to credit card accounts and prepaid card accounts. Monitor developments on Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), Trans-Pacific Partnership with respect to financial service chapters Monitor development of regulations pursuant to the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) with respect to breach requirements Monitor development of regulations pursuant to the Bank Act with respect to the development of a consumer code Monitor development of regulations pursuant to the Bank Act with respect to prepaid cards. Monitor development of Innovation Strategy with respect to policies relating to payments Monitor consultations on Electronic Transactions Policy with respect to credit card transactions. Monitor all regulations pursuant to Bill C-28 formerly known as An Act to promote the efficiency and adaptability of the Canadian economy by regulating certain activities that discourage reliance on electronic means of carrying out commercial activities, and to amend the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission Act, the Competition Act, the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act and the Telecommunications Act with respect to marketing credit cards

Seek meetings with Government officials to introduce 'GetBettr.ai' as a Canadian-made and Canadian-hosted AI solution that supports digital sovereignty, keeps data safe in Canada, and can improve government service delivery.

Consideration of amendments to the federal tax credit for investment in community bonds Federal policies impacting the inclusion of community bonds into federal housing, funding and financing programs Federal policies impacting the inclusion of community bonds into RRSPs and TFSAs

Advocate for continued Federal funding for full development of the Yukon – British Columbia Grid Connect Advocate for streamlining the mandate and processes of the Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Board, including better Federal resourcing of the Board to complete key project assessments. Advocate for more early-stage Federal funding for metals and critical minerals mining projects, including financing Indigenous ownership stakes in such projects. Advocate for changes to the environmental assessment requirements for disbursement of Yukon Resources Gateway Program funding.

Arrange meetings on behalf of the client as part of its 'Day on the Hill' 2025. Promoting policies to ensure the importation of spent fowl is clearly regulated.

Seeking increased Federal funding for the Moose Hide Campaign to address the growing demand for its work.

Seeking federal support to strengthen Canada’s pet food manufacturing sector by improving export market access, expanding trade diversification programs, and promoting innovation and sustainable growth in the industry.

Lottery contract opportunities between Canadian Bank Note and Canada Commercial Corporation.

Government policy initiatives supporting Canada’s efforts to achieve its climate change target of net-zero emissions by 2050. Engaging Ministers, parliamentarians, and officials as part of a 'New Economy Canada' campaign on Canada's participation in the transition to a global decarbonized economy. Annual pre-budget consultations seeking inclusion of policies supporting the environment and sustainable development.

Provide input on policy measures to strengthen the Canadian biofuels sector through the Natural Resources Canada biofuels sector growth consultations. Federal Clean Fuel Standard - development and implementation Engaging on the Greening Government Strategy. Engaging on Action Plan for aviation emission reductions.

Seeking opportunities to work with the Government to improve efficiencies, cost savings and increased productivity in relation to the Government's Information Technology Strategy Plan Legislative and regulatory developments with respect to online data gathering Legislative and regulatory developments Copyright and trademark law as it relates to intellectual property Developments in relation to the developing of a government cloud policy An Act to amend the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act and to make a consequential amendment to another act, with respect to the potential impacts on Privacy/Cross Border Data Flows An Act to Amend the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) Act, with respect to requirements for multinational and foreign based enterprises