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Daniel Kucirek

Senior Policy Advisor, Treasury Board Of Canada Secretariat (TBS)19 communications in the past year

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Greater Toronto Airports Authority

4

Engagement on planning for FIFA related to tourism, economic development, and opportunities to pilot programs at Toronto Pearson to improve passenger experience. Canada's international relations, as it relates to Toronto Pearson International Airport. Engagement with respect to planning, development and construction of Pearson LIFT National Airports Policy with respect to airport development in Greater Toronto Area Understanding obligations under the Official Languages Act Regulations with respect to the Aeronautics Act, particularly updating Pearson's Airport Zoning Regulations Regulations with respect to data sharing, aviation performance reporting, Customs Act, Canadian Transportation Act Proposal related to the implementation of Arrivals Duty Free to permit the sale of duty free goods at Canadian airports to international travellers upon arrival National Airports Policy with respect to responsibility for aviation security National Airports Policy, with respect to increasing access to capital funding National Airports Policy, related to potential impacts of industry labour issues National Airports Policy, regarding implementation of workplace programs and investment in local transit for better access to airport jobs and regarding Toronto Pearson's role as a mobility hub National Airports Policy, regarding federal minimum wage National Airport Policy with regards to the Ground Lease, and amendments to support growth and sector recovery International Air Policy, regarding liberalization of air policy and bilateral air service agreements Climate Change, examining opportunities with regards to reductions of greenhouse gas emissions, and development of alternative fuel sources Canadian Aviation Security Measures, regarding implementation of airport security Border Enforcement policy, regarding implementation of passenger facilitation to improve customer service Border Enforcement Policy, enhancing digitalization of border processing to enhance passenger experience

Aviation security policy as it applies to Toronto Pearson International Airport, including national security responsibilities and implementation of aviation security measures. Border enforcement and customs policies as they relate to Toronto Pearson International Airport, including passenger facilitation, digital border processing, data sharing, and related regulatory measures to improve passenger experience. Proposal related to the implementation of Arrivals Duty Free to permit the sale of duty free goods at Canadian airports to international travellers upon arrival. Engagement on planning for FIFA related to tourism, economic development, and opportunities to pilot programs at Toronto Pearson to improve passenger experience. National Airports Policy as it relates to Toronto Pearson International Airport, including governance, ground lease arrangements, capital funding access, and airport development within the Greater Toronto Area. Airport infrastructure development at Toronto Pearson International Airport, including planning, construction, zoning, and regulatory approvals related to major airport projects. International air policy and international relations affecting Toronto Pearson International Airport, including liberalization of air services and bilateral air service agreements.

Customs Controlled Areas Regulations, regarding development of regulations for implementation at airports Regional (Ontario) transportation policy, regarding Toronto Pearson's role as a mobility hub Possible legislation that may be introduced with respect to amendments to the Canada Labour Code (replacement workers), regarding economic and safety impacts on essential services Payment in-lieu-of Taxes Act, regarding calculation of payment on airport development Ontario/Quebec Gateway and Trade Corridor initiative with respect to transportation planning National Airports Policy with respect to responsibility for aviation security National Airports Policy with respect to airport development in Greater Toronto Area National Airports Policy, related to potential impacts of industry labour issues International Air Policy, regarding liberalization of air policy and bilateral air service agreements Duty Free Regulations, regarding implementation of Arrivals Duty Free Canadian Aviation Security Measures, regarding restrictions on Liquids, Aerosols and Gels. Canadian Aviation Security Measures, regarding implementation of airport security Border Enforcement policy, regarding implementation of passenger facilitation to improve customer service Border control policy, with respect to management of and recovery from COVID-19 pandemic, including testing and quarantine measures

Nieuport Aviation

3

To ensure federal policies, in particular transport policy is mindful of the economic, consumer and community interests of Nieuport Aviation

Can Art Aluminum Extrusions Canada

2

Share information and communicate to government officials the trade and diversion concerns facing the business. Share information and communicate to government officials the trade concerns facing Can Art Aluminum Extrusion, and request for remission of the Canadian surtaxes imposed on US imports of origin aluminum.

Rubicon Strategy

Cargojet

2

Funding for facility expansion.

Crestview Strategy

Chamber of Marine Commerce

2

Seeking remission of federal duties to be paid or already paid on the purchase of foreign-built vessels. Previously known as Bill C-549, National Marine Day Act: in respect of identifying a specific day each year to be officially recognized as Canada Marine Day. Policy, regulatory proposals and potential legislation dealing with ballast water and aquatic invasive species. Pilotage Act: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services Pacific Pilotage Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services Marine Navigation Services Fees: working towards reduction and eventual removal of government fees on industry Laurentian Pilotage Authority Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services Immigration and Refugee Protection Act: working towards changes that might make it less difficult and restrictive for more skilled shipping industry labour to work in the Great Lakes - Seaway marine transportation industry. Hazardous Materials Information Review Regulations: informing clients of the existing and potential status of the regulations, and assisting them representing their business interests through inclusion or exclusion of their commodities in the regulations. Great Lakes Pilotage Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services General Pilotage Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services EcoFreight Program: informing clients of the program and assisting them with application and approval process Canadian Grain Act: working towards an efficient and cost-effective grain transportation system, especially as it pertains to the marine mode Canada Marine Act: working towards an efficient, safe, cost-effective marine transportation system, especially regarding Canada's ports and Seaway systems. Canada Labour Code: working towards ensuring Canadian labour laws are as pluralistic and democratic as possible, especially insofar as providing openness and fair competition to labour markets affecting shipping. Atlantic Pilotage Authority Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services

The Chamber of Marine Commerce (CMC) is calling for: Expansion of CBSA container clearance services to additional Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway ports to unlock trade and supply chain capacity. Regulatory and policy adjustments allowing inland and regional ports to process international containers directly, removing current bottlenecks. Federal investment and operational commitment to support this CBSA expansion, an initiative that would rapidly repay itself and strengthen national trade resilience. Canada Marine Act: working towards an efficient, safe, cost-effective marine transportation system, especially regarding Canada's ports and Seaway systems. Canada Labour Code: working towards ensuring Canadian labour laws are as pluralistic and democratic as possible, especially insofar as providing openness and fair competition to labour markets affecting shipping. Policy, regulatory proposals and potential legislation dealing with ballast water and aquatic invasive species. Immigration and Refugee Protection Act: working towards changes that might make it less difficult and restrictive for more skilled shipping industry labour to work in the Great Lakes - Seaway marine transportation industry. General Pilotage Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services

Doornekamp Construction

2

Securing grants and contributions to support terminal expansion projects conducting outreach on behalf of Picton to gain export/import verification from CBSA Conducting outreach and advocacy on strengthening Canadian supply chains and highlighting the strategic role of Picton Terminals in alleviating supply chain bottlenecks

Hamilton International Airport

2

Inquiring into what government grants might be available to for Hamilton International Airport's climate action capital work. Lobbying for support in the expansion plans of the Hamilton International Airport. Assist Hamilton International Airport in applying for federal grants and advocate on behalf of the Hamilton International Airport to secure said grants

Lobbying for support in the expansion plans of the Hamilton International Airport. Assist Hamilton International Airport in applying for federal grants and advocate on behalf of the Hamilton International Airport to secure said grants

Almag Aluminum

1

Engage with government officials regarding tariff concerns affecting the business - both section 232 and reciprocal tariffs, as well as the negative effect of dumping/diversion of aluminum extrusions from other countries into Canada

Rubicon Strategy

Apex Aluminum Extrusions

1

Share information and communicate to government officials the trade and diversion concerns facing the business.

Rubicon Strategy

Association of Canadian Port Authorities

1

Discussions with officials on the audit of CPA infrastructure. Discussions with officials with regards to cruise tourism. Seeking changes to the Canada Marine Act. Discussions with officials with regards to the Ports Canada Conference. Discussions with officials with regards to Canada and U.S. trade and Trump trade measures. Discussions with officials with regards to border security. Discussions with officials with regards to trade relations between Canada and the United States of America. Supply chain fluidity and the role of the National Supply Chain Office in supply chain challenges. The provision of border services by CBSA at sufficient levels to support new and existing trade. Meeting Canada's supply chain infrastructure deficit and how it will be financed and funded. Seeking funding from Transport and Finance. Influencing the National Supply Chain Strategy by submitting detailed recommendations. Seeking changes to the Marine Transportation Security Regulations (MTSR) to improve security capabilities of port authorities. Privacy and Access to Information: Ensuring a fair and competitive framework for ports as commercially viable entities. National Trade Corridors Fund: Seeking funding for port infrastructure needs, also seeking funding under NTCF or other programs for decarbonization and deferred maintenance of infrastructure. Impact assessments: seeking clarity and precision on timelines for reviews. Environment and Energy: promoting ports as an environmentally progressive transport hubs integral to global supply chains and regional economic development.

Recent activity

Jul 7, 2026
May 26, 2026
Apr 24, 2026
Feb 12, 2026
Dec 2, 2025
Oct 2, 2024
May 16, 2024
David Wilkes contacted Daniel Kucirek on behalf of BILD
Mar 4, 2024
Feb 7, 2024
Nov 9, 2023
Nov 2, 2023
Oct 19, 2023