Angela Bate

Seek ways for Metis Artists in British Columbia can participate in the diplomatic gifting program and ensure government buildings include metis art in their buildings. Negotiate revisions to the terms of reference for the Recognitions of Indigenous Rights and Self-Determination table. Ensure the Government of Canada continues to engage Metis Nation British Columbia in advancing self government discussions. Additionally, provide updates to government officials on the research work being done across British Columbia to advance self government discussions. Seek adequate funding for housing, education, child services and cultural programs. Seek ways to participate and advance Metis Nation British Columbia housing priorities through Build Canada Homes. Seek opportunities and engagement on the development of the Major Projects Office. Additionally, ensure Metis business in British Columbia are included in the procurement opportunities that flow from Major Projects initiated in British Columbia. Seek understanding and adequate funding supports on programs that will help Metis women and LGBTQ community in BC. Understand what supports are available for adoption of digital governance and seek federal funding for updates and adoption of digital governance. Ensure the Indigenous Justice Strategy includes perspectives from the Metis Nation British Columbia. Ensure MNBC is included in the program delivery stream of the National School Food Program. Lead the negotiations for a self government agreement.

Transportation Policy with regard to Metro Vancouver Port and Gateway, Cascadia Innovation Corridor high speed rail, digital twinning technology The Cascadia Corridor with respect to Economic Development and International Trade policy with a focus on foundational issues related to immigration, taxation, technology and innovation Taxation Policy with regard to personal and corporation taxation and fiscal matters Taxation and finance policy in regards to infrastructure investment and taxation changes resulting from challenges arising from COVID-19 Species at Risk policies with respect to project review and approval and current business operations in energy and natural resources Softwood Lumber policy with respect to international trade policy affecting BC lumber producers and exporters Science and Technology policy with regard to innovation and Research & Development (R&D) tax credits Research and Development tax and investment policy with regard to advancing technology innovation in business Public Health policy in regards to supply chain in support of PPE and other items for health care workers Labour policy with regard to developing a skilled workforce Labour policy with regarding to modernizing employment standards Labour issues in regards to changes in government programs resulting from challenges emerging from COVID-19 International Trade Policy with regard to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) and trade-enabling infrastructure Infrastructure policy with regard to Canada Infrastructure Bank Infrastructure policy with regard to British Columbia priorities Immigration Policy with regard to selection criteria and express entry Health policy with regard to creating a health innovation cluster in BC Fisheries policy with regard to salmon farms, aquaculture Environment policy with regard to possible changes to the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, the Canadian Environmental Protection Act and the Fisheries Act Environment Policy with regard to Migratory Birds Regulation Environment policy with regard to Environmental Impact Assessment Environment policy in regards to regulatory and reporting suspension or alteration arising in face of COVID-19 Environment policy in regards to permitting review and compliance Environmental Policy with regard to light duty emissions standards on transportation Energy policy with regard to the regulatory environment for pipeline development Energy policy with regard to National Energy Board (NEB) processes and development of the Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) industry Employment and Training and Aboriginal Affairs policy with respect to sustainable funding for Indigenous Internship Leadership Program Economic Development policy with regard to Supply Chain efficiency Economic Development policy with regard to digital twinning Economic Development Policy with regard to a low carbon industrial strategy Economic Development policy in regard to Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) Economic Development policy in regards to economic challenges and strategies for recovery after COVID-19 Cumulative Effects policies with respect to project assessment and environmental regulation Climate policy with regard to carbon pricing, energy efficiency standards, climate innovation, and urgency to develop policies to ensure our World-leading Low Carbon intensity natural resources and energy can be the supply of choice to global markets in order to reduce carbon intensity and slow global climate change Budget policy with regard to deficits and debt Budget and Finance policy with regard to the measure of inflation in Canada Aboriginal Affairs policy with regard to formerly known as Bill C-15 An Act respecting the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Aboriginal Affairs policy with regard to economic empowerment, clear decision proce

Potential federal contribution to support Heiltsuk Nation to repatriate Crown lands subject to Aboriginal Rights and Title, and to remediate said lands from industrial contamination that exists on the properties in question. Advocacy regarding the repatriation and remediation of Crown lands subject to Aboriginal Rights and Title.

Working with the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxdaxw to seek support from the Government of Canada for the acquisition of timber leases in their traditional territory and associated infrastructure. Working with the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw to address and gain access to funding for housing and infrastructure concerns in their home community through Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada, as well as other related government entities. Working in support of the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Nation (GNN) in helping them reach their Reconciliation and Treaty goals. Salmon Aquaculture: supporting KEDC in convincing DFO and the Government of Canada at large to allow Indigenous people to continue responsibly farming salmon on the Pacific coast

Engaging federal government in discussions concerning licensing and tenure policy and regulatory decisions for salmon farming sector in British Columbia. Classification clarification of salmon farming barges as vessels.

Seeking federal funding in order to create developable land for housing through required water, wastewater, and related infrastructure. Wei Wai Kum First Nation is seeking to advance the Fisheries Reconciliation Agreement and seeking engagement on sustainable aquaculture to promote responsible marine stewardship and expand new coastal economic opportunities for its members. Wei Wai Kum First Nation is seeking to meet with the Government of Canada to advance their Self-Government Agreement.