Alexander MacKenzie

BMW Canada is communicating in the interest of a streamlined and harmonized regulatory environment, and tackling market access barriers faced by the automotive sector, including trade, taxation and finance policies and legislation.

BMW Canada is communicating in the interest of a streamlined and harmonized regulatory environment, and tackling market access barriers faced by the automotive sector.

Communicating with the Government of Canada about Bill C-8 (An Act respecting cyber security, amending the Telecommunications Act and making consequential amendments to other Acts). Communicating with the Government of Canada about Bill C-22 (An Act respecting lawful access) Communicating with the Government of Canada about Bill formerly known as C-27 (Digital Charter Implementation Act, 2022), more specifically the creation of the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act. Communicating with the Government of Canada about Bill C-2 (An Act respecting certain measures relating to the security of the border between Canada and the United States and respecting other related security measures). Work with government to promote and support Canada’s digital economy, including ensuring the availability of a high-skilled tech workforce. Seeking to influence policy direction related to cloud based services. Seeking government contract with multiple government departments and institutions with regards to Amazon Cloud based solutions and related support services.

The Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act, initiatives for enhancement of reporting mandatory information, and risk assessment methodology. The introduction of policies, programs or legislation related to "Open Banking". The Canadian labour force and labour mobility as it relates to the Express Entry program. Policies related to Canadian economic growth, and international trade. Policies related to Canada's development of natural resources. Policies related to asset recycling and industry investment in public infrastructure development . Policies and programs that affect the Canadian housing market and lending practices. Policies and programs related to gender diversity, inclusion and accessibility. Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), the Privacy Act, and any legislation and associated regulations with regard to privacy and security, identity theft risks, use and protection of information Payment Processing System with regard to rates, fees, oversight of credit and debit procedures Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions Act (OSFI) and regulations, in respect of regulatory compliance for banks Immigration policies and programs to address labour shortages and market needs. Canadian Payments Act, as it applies to applicable legislative reviews and the government's Payment's Modernization initiative. Canada Labour Code, Parts II and III Bank Act and regulations, in respect of the five year financial system review, as well as any changes resulting from the review.

Build Canada Homes with respect to role of landfill in construction of housing

Diversification of trade, protection of Canadian jobs and creating fair consumer options in the market place. Consumer Issues: Awareness of company's internal transformation and it's impact on customers, local area markets, and the retailing sector as a whole. Includes company commitment to innovation, sustainability & circular economy, diversity and inclusion. Environment/Natural Resources/Transportation: Focus on the development of the circular economy, taxation, growth of electric vehicles, and climate positive actions that can be taken by Canadian households.

We request federal support to strengthen and stabilize the domestic production base for critical aviation technologies. To brief officials on the strategic national economic benefits associated with next-generation platform development, specifically detailing how the OEM platform development and the large-scale procurement initiatives. Support the adoption of technologies that deliver significant and sustained economic advantage for regional aviation operators in Canada. Engaging public office officials to clarify and explore federal procurement opportunities that facilitate accelerated integration and access to cutting-edge technological solutions. Discussing partnership models that maximize the retention of advanced intellectual property and technological leadership within Canada. Advancing procurement opportunities with the Government of Canada for aircraft related services. Seeking dialogue regarding policy frameworks that best support the transition of Canadian-led aerospace R&D from prototype to full-scale industrial application.

Enacting legislative changes addressing the use of parental alienation and associated pseudo-concepts, so that our justice system can begin protecting women and children without waiting for a slow change in case law precedent. Banning parental alienation accusations in family court. Federal Budget with respect to sustained funding for WAGE and for Women's Rights organizations. Bill C-21: An Act to amend certain Acts and to make certain consequential amendments (firearms), with respect to banning assault-style firearms and domestic/family violence provisions.

Engagement on the proposed front of package labelling requirements for products, including the prospect of an exemption from those requirements.

Providing input to certain federal departments and agencies — including the Canadian Energy Regulator (CER) and the Impact Assessment Agency (IAA) — on pipeline?related matters and major energy projects, including matters related to regulatory reform where applicable. These engagements may also encompass discussions on CER project review timelines, the role of regulators in pipeline safety, opportunities for industry?wide safety improvements, and environmental regulatory processes under the IAA. Enhancing collaboration with the Government of Canada for the protection of critical infrastructure. To discuss and seek government support for planning, building and operating pipelines in Canada to connect to LNG. To seek support for energy infrastructure development, including pipelines, gas storage, nuclear energy and electricity generating/storage projects. To discuss and seek government support for a potential electricity storage project, including but not limited to location, scope and funding of the project. To discuss and seek support for emerging technologies related to emissions, including but not limited to, Carbon Capture and Utilization and Storage (CCUS) and low carbon fuels. To understand how the Federal government is implementing UNDRIP and opportunity(ies) for industry to provide input during this process. To discuss the status and implementation of the federal government's proposed greenhouse gas regulations. To discuss skills development requirements for energy infrastructure projects. To discuss and seek government approval for the acquisition of land rights on federally owned land. Representations, comments and discussions regarding the proposed introduction of an investment tax credit for renewable energy projects. Representations, comments and discussions regarding the proposed introduction of an investment tax credit for capital invested in carbon, capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) projects. Representations, comments and discussions regarding the drafting of the proposed Regulations respecting reduction in the release of methane and certain volatile organic compounds and how the proposed regulation applies to the Corporation’s industry. Representations, comments and discussions regarding the drafting of proposed legislation by the Department of Finance proposing to implement tax measures concerning excessive interest and financing expenses (EIFEL). Representations, comments and discussions regarding the advancement of hydrogen energy projects. Representations, comments and discussions regarding Indigenous access to capital for energy infrastructure projects and issues arising from pipeline infrastructure crossing indigenous communities. Discussions on Federal Emissions Policy Discussing potential assistance from the federal government to assist with company discussions with Mexican regulatory authorities.

Bill S-201, National Framework on Sickle Cell Disease Act, respecting provisions outlined in Section 2, subsections (a), (b), (e), and (i). Proposals to amend guidelines related to the operationalization of the legislation and regulations governing the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada Innovation and Skills Strategy and other government policies and programs related to incentivizing research and development activities in Canada. Federal programs and budgetary initiatives related to the Federal-Provincial-Territorial funding arrangements regarding pharmaceuticals. Federally-funded Public Drug Plans, with respect to reimbursement for drug products for federal plan beneficiaries. Engagement on issues related to access to medicines, National Pharmacare, and a National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Diseases. Common Drug Review, as it relates to health technology assessments and drug product reimbursement recommendations.