Anne Gilbert

Participating in the Canadian Lumber Trade Alliance (CLTA) alongside associations and lumber companies from across Canada. The CLTA works to advocate for a fair resolution to the softwood lumber dispute with the United States. Engaging with the Federal Plastics Registry to advocate for a process that is fair, efficient, and effective. Lobbying for fiscal policy that supports a competitive forest industry in Canada. Working with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans on a process to evaluate and mitigate impacts of stream crossings and harvesting operations in areas with trout populations. Speaking to government about the Clean Fuel Standard and its potential impact on the forest industry. Representing AFPA-member company interests on the softwood lumber file and working with the Government of Canada to achieve a resolution to outstanding trade disputes with the United States. Promoting a competitive forest industry, including sound forestry policy and strategic partnerships and programs. Lobbying for efficient rail service that moves member company products to customers in a timely and cost-effective manner. Engaging on the climate change file to promote the benefits of a well-managed forest and wood building products as part of Canada's net zero goal. Amendments to the Pulp and Paper Effluent Regulations including the Environmental Effects Monitoring (EEM) program. Advocating for implementation of the Species at Risk Act that recognizes the value of forestry on the landbase and balances conservation goals and socioeconomic impacts.

OBTENIR DE L'AIDE POUR FINANCER LE DÉVELOPPEMENT ET LE DÉPLOIEMENT DE L'INNOVATION DANS LE SECTEUR FORESTIER CANADIEN ET PLUS SPÉCIFIQUEMENT LA CAPACITÉ D'INNOVATION DE FPINNOVATIONS.

Fire and Flood will be seeking to explore relevant programs and emergency response protocol policies. Fire & Flood is seeking federal government procurement opportunities for their fire and flood prevention, training and response services.

Indexing the Memorial Grant Program for First Responders. Protecting firefighters and the communities they serve from Lithium-ion battery fires To ban the import, manufacture and use of the full class of PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) and support the reclamation and safe disposal of firefighting gear and foams containing PFAS. Wildland-Urban Response to Interface Training for fire fighters Strengthening airport firefighting regulations Spousal Survivor Pensions under Canadian Pension Plan Act and Regulations as they relate to survivor pensions available to the families of fallen fire fighters National Action Plan for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Including fire fighter safety as a core requirement within the National Building Code of Canada Hazardous Materials Training: Continued discussion of extending beyond the 5 years of the program Deterring on-duty assaults against fire fighters and paramedics Cancer Screening under the Canada Health Act and Regulations

Updating officials from the Department of Natural Resources on YFNW's success with respect to the 2 Billion Trees Program Capacity Development & Tree Planting Pilot Discussing funding opportunities with officials from the Department of Natural Resources respecting the Resilience to Natural Disaster Risk Fighting and Managing Wildfires in a Changing Climate - Indigenous Firefighter and Multi-Hazard Training Initiative