Patrick Dion

Assisting the client in securing support from Government for in reaching out to, engaging and training new Aircraft Maintenance Engineers/Techs (AME/Ts) ahead of a serious lack of qualified professionals by 2030. Working on behalf of the AMFA - a professional union for aircraft maintenance professionals - to build and improve relationships with relevant government officials as they work to expand their presence in Canada.

Assist the client better understand Canada Border Service Agency's (CBSA) mandate to expand cargo container clearance services to ports within the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway. Assist the client in gathering detailed information on the Government of Canada’s initiatives to strengthen the national supply chain, while underscoring the strategic importance of the Port of Morrisburg in reducing supply chain bottlenecks across Central and Eastern Canada. Assist the client with their interest in available funding from the Green Shipping Corridor Program.

Assisting the client in drawing on their significant databases to understand how data and AI can help the government with improved information for decision-making. Working with the client in pursuit of government contracts to support ongoing data operations.

Working with client to identify opportunities to participate in the Government’s ongoing efforts to decarbonize the long haul transportation sectors, particularly marine and rail through financial support and/or partnerships. Working with the client to secure support from the Government of Canada for commercialization and expansion of their existing production facilities.