Callum Wintle

Discussions with government regarding smart surveillance networks for Canadian border and critical infrastructure security to highlight the important role it plays and pursue funding towards its use in strengthening national defence and security.

Engaging the government of Canada in conversations about integrating hydrogen into Canada’s trade diversification agenda, including exploring opportunities in emerging markets and supporting infrastructure that enables domestic and international hydrogen adoption. Engage the government of Canada in conversations regarding the development and implementation of the Clean Hydrogen Tax Credit Communicating with government regarding the adoption of hydrogen and hydrogen fuel technologies, carbon pricing, and policies encouraging reduction in CO2 emissions.

Border/port security policy, capacity, and federal-provincial coordination to combat auto theft. Ensure connected vehicle security and national security activities meet the intended objectives in a manner that is efficient with fully aligned outcomes with the U.S. Competitive industrial policies and supports such as the Strategic Innovation Fund. Revisions to the Workplace Hazardous Materials information system and inclusion of globally Harmonized System clarification and labelling of chemicals must recognize the integration production facilities and processes in Canada and the U.S. Regulatory requirements for conventional alternative and renewable fuels and associated fuel quality standards to support vehicle emission control technology and vehicle performance. Promote transportation infrastructure and policies to support testing and deployment of evolving vehicle technologies such as connected vehicles and automated vehicles aligned across Canada and with the U.S.; ensure efficient cross-border movement of vehicles for testing. Promote trade infrastructure to support the automotive manufacturing supply chain. Promote enhancements to highway infrastructure, including that for connected vehicle and automated vehicle technologies; transportation and border infrastructure that support the efficient movement of goods in a just-in-time supply chain environment. Ensure efficiencies in reporting fuel consumption data for the annual fuel consumption guide; ensure website and fuel economy labels are consistent with those in the U.S. Trade agreement negotiation and implementation that maximizes commercial benefits and export opportunities. Federal privacy, AI, cybersecurity-related legislation and regulation; Canadian Anti-spam legislation and regulation; Competition Act amendments; related to the development of new advancements in vehicle technology and in-vehicle communication. Ensure regulatory requirements for vehicle safety and supporting programs and policies meet the intended safety objectives and are aligned and synchronized with the U.S. Ensure the requirements of the Chemical Management plan are developed and applied in a manner that achieves the government's objectives and does not disrupt vehicle manufacturing operations and vehicles and new vehicle battery operations. Ensure the implementation of the new Canadian Environmental Protection Act is applied in a manner that does not disrupt manufacturing operations, vehicles, and vehicle battery operations. Ensure the alignment of Canada and U.S. vehicle emission and greenhouse gas standards, for light duty (2025 and beyond), and heavy duty vehicles (2019 and beyond) under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act. Ensure that federal ZEV policies support consumer uptake and demand, and comprehend the integrated nature of the auto industry and the need for alignment with U.S. federal ZEV policies and programs. Ensure that the proposed Clean Electricity Regulations do not impede the uptake and adoption of ZEVs and building out ZEV charging infrastructure. Ensure low EI rates are maintained and do not unreasonable raise the cost of doing business in Canada, or negatively impact competitiveness for new investment Ensure any further review of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act is applied in a manner that achieves the governments objectives and does not disrupt manufacturing operations and vehicles. Ensure an automotive strategy provides for a competitive environment that encourages maintenance of current and new automotive investment. Ensure alignment of Canada U.S. harmonized Tier 3 and beyond vehicle criteria air emission standards and supporting fuel quality requirements Employment and Training maintaining a strong apprenticeships system across Canada for a skilled workforce. Ensure there is an efficient temporary international worker process to allow for specialized expertise that is required for company-specific tasks. Data privacy framework that comprehends the develop

Lobbying for the preservation of affordable rental housing Lobbying for the development of new affordable housing, including co-operative housing. Lobbying to ensure that low-income households can continue to live affordably in federally-administered housing co-operatives after their operating agreements end with Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). Lobbying for renewed low-income subsidies for federal indigenous co-operatives. Lobbying for new low-income subsidies for federal co-ops (including Section 95 program co-op housing). Lobbying for government to examine the consequences of the steady erosion of rent-geared-to-income (RGI) capacity for low-income households in existing federally administered housing providers, including co-operatives. Lobbying for energy retrofit programs for co-op housing. Lobbying around the elimination of homelessness in Canada.

Discussions concerning policies, that relate to Canadian defense spending, including opportunities to Canada's automotive sector Auto Innovation Fund, Strategic Innovation Fund, Strategic Response Fund, and R&D/Innovation Funds: Financial assistance and funding with ongoing manufacturing investments in Canada for vehicle and engine manufacturing facilities and R&D centres. Discussions about federal efforts to address automotive theft as they relate to vehicle tracking, law enforcement collaboration, and regulatory measures. Discussions about Transport Canada’s connected vehicle security policies as they relate to industry standards, cybersecurity risks and regulatory compliance Review of Canada's Bank Act and financial regulations in Canada U.S. policies regarding the auto sector as it relates to Canadian automotive, steel, aluminum and critical mineral exports and imports. U.S. policies regarding tariffs as it relates to Canadian automotive, steel, aluminum and critical mineral exports. U.S. policies regarding trade as it relates to Canadian automotive, steel, aluminum and critical mineral exports. Provide an overview of Canada's integrated auto sector and Canada's role in the global auto sector Promote investments and improvements to new and existing trade infrastructure to support the automotive manufacturing supply chain. Ensure an automotive strategy provides for a competitive environment that encourages maintenance of current and new automotive investment. Discussion concerning policies that relate to import and export of vehicles and parts, including impact on Canada's automotive sector and national security. Discussions concerning investments in Canada as it relates to automotive and automotive parts manufacturing, EV battery and EV battery supply chain manufacturing, critical minerals, including incentive support and taxation. Budget recommendations related to attracting investment to Canada, business competitiveness, taxation, grants and incentives, and any other policies or regulations related to automotive sector, advanced manufacturing and R&D Discussions regarding transportation, vehicle electrification and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, including the government's light-duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) sales mandate regulation, ZEV charging and refueling infrastructure development, and consumer issues. Discussions related to the broad range of electrified vehicles and multi-energy technologies Discussions regarding consultations, policies and regulations related to technology and IT Communications Discussions regarding consultation, outreach, policies and opportunities related to investment, development, export/import of critical minerals Transportation system policies and disruptions, CBSA Assessment & Revenue Management (CARM); Beyond the Border; Trusted Trader; Customs Self Assessment (CSA); support border policies and administration by CBSA supports and enhances trans-border shipments of goods, cross-border movement of workers who perform essential services, and security. Trade agreement negotiation and policies/regulations/tariffs related to import/exports to support the Canadian automotive sector Bilateral and plurolateral trade agreements comprehend the North American integration of the Automotive industry USMCA: Participation in consultation group in the renegotiation of the United States, Mexico, Canada agreement, administered by Global Affairs Canada. Technology Partnerships Canada (PSIP Project 494063 - Government Support to Renew Oakville Assembly Complex) Section 232 - Participating in discussions to highlight impact of steel and aluminum tariffs on Canadian automotive industry Pan Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change: Participation in working groups (ZEV strategy) administered by various ministries including ISED, Natural Resources Canada and Transport Canada. Other trade agreements (ie: Mercosur, China) - Participating in working groups to promote fair trade agreement supportin

Obtain contributions from Strategic Innovation Fund / Strategic Response Fund for investment in Canadian facilities/initiatives New regulations and amendments to existing Investment Tax Credits regulations New regulations and amendments to existing Clean Electricity Regulation regulations International Trade Agreements in respect of fairness and access to markets for automotive industry, including development of reciprocal tariffs. The legislative review of the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act and potential development of regulations and/or guidelines in that respect. Seeking procurement opportunities pertaining to land-based systems including light utility vehicles, logistic vehicles and ancillaries including supporting infrastructure, and other requirements of the Canadian Armed Forces Recommendations on the development and implementation of the Clean Fuel Standard related to credit generation and associated regulatory requirements. Provide input to government on COVID border measures to facilitate business essential travel Obtain contributions from Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council for research partnerships. Obtain contributions from Automotive Partnership Council (APC) New regulations pertaining to the implementation of the Prohibition of the Purchase of residential real estate by Non-Canadians New regulations or policies related to Chemical Management Program and their impacts on manfacturing or vehicle importation New regulations and amendments to existing Vehicle Safety standards and regulations New regulations and amendments to existing Vehicle GHG Emission standards and regulations New regulations and amendments to existing Vehicle energy efficiency standards and regulations New regulations and amendments to existing Vehicle Criteria Emission standards and regulations New regulations and amendments to existing regulations pertaining to consumer protection and electronic commerce New legislation and/or revisions to existing legislation in the area of Vehicle Emissions, Vehicle Safety and Vehicle Efficiency discussions regarding the development of future vehicle purchase programs to support military operations. Discussions regarding consultation and outreach related to investment and development. Design and implementation of policies related to plastics as they pertain to vehicle manufacturing and vehicle importation Design and implementation of policies/programs associated with the federal carbon backstop and the output based pricing system as it impacts our manufacturing facilities Consumer privacy policy development, trademark and copyright law, as related to emerging auto cyber security and autonomous vehicle development Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) in respect of impacts on automotive industry Budget recommendations in respect to existing and proposed automotive R & D, Innovation Development and Innovation Commercialization support programs Budget recommendations in respect of removing ecoAUTO levies Budget recommendations in respect of automotive investment fund Budget recommendations in respect of alternative fuel and refueling infrastructure support tax policies and support programs Budget recommendations in respect of advanced vehicle technology consumer incentives

REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - Communicating with government officials about regional economic development programs and funding, including those offered by the Federal Economic Development Agency. BANK ACT: Communicating with the Government of Canada about the statutory review of the Bank Act, SC 1991, c. 46, more specifically about vehicle leasing. INTERNATIONAL TRADE: Communicating with government officials about international trade, more specifically trade issues related to the automotive industry and automotive manufacturing, including potential tariffs on automotive parts and batteries. VEHICLE THEFT: Communicating with government officials about vehicle thefts across Canada, including measures to limit vehicle theft. The goal of these communications is, in part, to ensure cross-departmental coordination in addressing the issue. USA BILLS: Communicating with government officials about American infrastructure and reconciliation bills, including electric vehicle ("EV") tax credit provisions, which will impact Canadian manufacturing sector and make Canadian-made EVs uncompetitive. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Communicating with government officials about the processing of travel documents, more specifically visas. TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP ("TPP") AGREEMENT: Communicating with government officials about the TPP Agreement, more specifically relaying the need for fair, equitable and transparent trade agreements on a multi-lateral basis. STRATEGIC INNOVATION FUND ("SIF"): Communicating with government officials about funding under the Strategic Innovation Fund, more specifically ensuring funding advances the competitiveness of automobile manufacturing in Canada. OUTPUT BASED PRICING SYSTEM: Communicating with government officials about the Output Based Pricing System (established under the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act), more specifically providing expert industry input on the development of the pricing system. NATIONAL ZERO-EMISSIONS VEHICLE STRATEGY: Communicating with government officials about the National Zero-Emissions Vehicle Strategy, more specifically (i) providing expert industry input on the strategy and (ii) participating in various advisory groups. These communications will involve discussions about infrastructure, incentives, supply, and public awareness. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY ACT: Communicating with government officials about the Motor Vehicle Safety Act, more specifically (i) alignment with American safety standards, (ii) flexibility on regulations for vehicles, (iii) target setting for greenhouse gas emissions and (iv) improved recall completion rates. MEASURES AGAINST FORCED AND CHILD LABOUR: Communicating with government officials about measures to eliminate forced and child labour, more specifically (i) monitoring legislative and regulatory developments to increase supply chain transparency and (ii) ensuring industry has enough time to comply with future supply chain transparency obligations. LUXURY TAX: Communicating with government officials about luxury taxes, more specifically (i) ensuring luxury taxes are removed from electric vehicles ("EVs"), (ii) ensuring luxury taxes are removed (or reduced) on recreational boats and (iii) ensuring luxury taxes do not conflict with other government measures, including reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. INVESTMENT TAX INCENTIVES: Communicating with government officials about investment tax incentives under the Income Tax Act, including the Investment Tax Credit ("ITC"). INTERNATIONAL STUDENT WORK: Communicating with government officials about international students, more specifically eligibility for off-campus work during studies at a designated learning institutions (“DLIs”). INFLATION REDUCTION ACT (USA): Communicating with government officials about industry’s views on the effect of the Inflation Reduction Act (USA) on Canada’s competitive landscape and its ability to attract investments. HARMONIZED GHG REGULATIONS: Communicating with government officials about h

Industry Canada - Strategic Policy for Automotive Sector - including importers such as Kia Canada. Ensuring Benefits to the Canadian Market *Motor Vehicle Safety Act with respect to Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations. *Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) Program Kia Canada Inc. Sells a number of Electric Vehicles (EV) in the Canadian market. We are required to provide the products under Canada’s Electric Vehicle Availability Standard this incetive program allows Canadians to access these vehicles. *Canadian Environmental Protection Act with respect to On-Road Vehicle and Engine Emission Regulations & Passenger Automobile and Light Truck Greenhouse Gas Emission Regulations. Canada, US and Mexico trade agreement (CUSMA). Kia Canada Inc. is vehicle Manufacturer that imports vehicles into Canada from the US, Mexico and Republic of Korea for sale in Canada. We are directly impacted by these agreements. Impacts include access to product, increase costs to consumers and could impact jobs in Canada.