David Burkholder

Seeking support for the use of volumetric steel modular buildings as a solution for general housing supply, and affordable housing supply, needs. This includes seeking policy support for as-of-right designs, building code support, and programs that would support new economic investments in expanded manufacturing capacity in Ontario.

Work with the Government of Canada on international engagements as it relates to the digital economy and Internet connectivity. Work with government to promote and support Canada's digital economy, specifically in regards to advancing rural broadband. Work with Government of Canada to promote and support Canada's space economy Providing input to discussions or proceedings regarding support for expansion of broadband service to rural areas. Providing industry input to the Government on the Canadian Space Agency regarding the future of the Agency. Provide input to Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada regarding spectrum and orbital slot allocation procedures, as well as spectrum fees. Engage with the Strategic Innovation Fund regarding communication technologies. Engage with the government of Canada on funding programs aimed at advancing the deployment of rural broadband Engage with the government of Canada on federal funding programs aimed at supporting communication technologies. Engage in discussions with the Government of Canada on the creation of a National Space Council Encourage the Government of Canada to fulfill unique communications, scientific or military requirements through new satellite programs Discussions with the Government of Canada on immigration as it relates to attracting and retaining a highly skilled workforce Changes to the regulatory fees charged by government for spectrum and orbital slots

Seeking opportunities related to the defense investment plan and budget. Seeking contracts to provide Fixed Wing Search and Rescue and Military Aircraft, Satellite Communications, Satellite Systems and other opportunities related to the increase in the defense budget. US - Canada strategy related to effective and / or potential restrictions on Canadian exports to the US and US imports to Canada. Seeking contracts to provide connected intelligence and cyber security solutions for public safety and border security applications. Advocating for the need to develop and fund a Canadian space strategy.

Seeking contracts to provide connected intelligence and cyber security solutions for public safety and border security applications. US - Canada strategy related to effective and / or potential restrictions on Canadian exports to the US and US imports to Canada. Advocating for the need to develop and fund a Canadian space strategy. Seeking contracts to provide Fixed Wing Search and Rescue and Military Aircraft, Satellite Communications, and Satellite Systems. Seeking opportunities related to the defense investment plan and budget.

Defence Industry Productivity Program; on-going management of Airbus Helicopters Canada’s Source Establishment Contract with the Government of Canada Contract with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) concerning the renewal of their rotary wing aircraft fleet. Seeking opportunities related to the defense investment plan and budget. Contract with Fisheries and Ocean Canada concerning the Canadian Coast Guard's Polar Helicopter project. Contract with National Defence concerning the Next Tactical Aviation Capability Set (NTACS) project. US - Canada strategy related to effective and / or potential restrictions on Canadian exports to the US and US imports to Canada. Taxation Policy; Impact of the Luxury Tax on personal aircraft on the helicopter industry Contract with National Defence concerning the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) project.

Seeking opportunities related to the defense investment plan and budget. US - Canada strategy related to effective and / or potential restrictions on Canadian exports to the US and US imports to Canada. Contract with Fisheries and Ocean Canada concerning the Canadian Coast Guard's Polar Helicopter project. Taxation Policy; Impact of the Luxury Tax on personal aircraft on the helicopter industry Contract with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) concerning the renewal of their rotary wing aircraft fleet. Contract with National Defence concerning the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) project. Defence Industry Productivity Program; on-going management of Airbus Helicopters Canada’s Source Establishment Contract with the Government of Canada Contract with National Defence concerning the Next Tactical Aviation Capability Set (NTACS) project.

Discussions with officials regarding the Canada-US bilateral relationship and possible tariffs.

Supporting the client with advocacy on policies and programs relating to telecommunications, broadband, and preserving the role of radio in local communities

Tariffs on fertilizer coming into Canada The labelling provisions under Canada's Feeds Regulations 1983 (Regulations to the Feeds Act, administered by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency). To ensure that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency requires the same labelling of imported soymeal as soymeal produced in Canada. Removal of the carbon tax on fuel used by farmers for drying grain Regulation of pesticides under the Pest Management Regulatory Agency Proposed changes to the Income Tax Act. GFO opposes the changes to the Act that impact farm businesses. Clean Fuels Standard regulations and how they work for farmers Canada's proposed policy that would establish an allowable amount of low level presence of Genetically Modified Organisms in imported grain. Canada's program regarding research for wheat, corn and soybeans under Agriculture Canada's A-base funded Research Projects. Canada's policy with respect to the rules governing the design and funding of Agristability and Agrirecovery programs that are part of Canada's Business Risk Management Programs for Agriculture. Policies related to the Clean Fuels Standard Canada's policy regarding Plant Breeders Rights legislation; specifically, the need for Canada to adopt the provisions of UPOV91 into the Plant Breeders Rights legislation. Canada's policy on Free Trade Agreements to ensure that any proposed Agreements improve foreign market access for wheat, corn and soybeans.

Fertilizer issues, shortages and rising prices related to global events Canada's program regarding research for wheat, corn and soybeans under Agriculture Canada's A-base funded Research Projects. Canada's policy on Free Trade Agreements to ensure that any proposed Agreements improve foreign market access for wheat, corn and soybeans Bill C-234 with respect to exempting grain drying from carbon pricing

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.

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

Policies and programs that concern export credit financing, international trade and investment opportunities. Policies and program development for future procurements which incorporate Siemens Energy Blue Drive Propulsion systems and other diesel-electric solutions. Energy Transmission and Distribution System products and services including related software, consulting and security as well as data management. Discuss with government officials regarding Western Economic Diversification Canada's role in Industrial and Regional Benefits (IRBs) for shipbuilding and resource development including pipelines. Discussion with government officials regarding public policy options relating to the application of information technology to improve efficiencies of energy systems. Discussion with government officials regarding policies or programs that relate to the Government of Canada’s “Cyber Security Strategy”, “Hydrogen”, “Aeroderivative Gas Turbines” and funding that may be available to Siemens Energy Canada Limited. Discussions with government officials with respect to Siemens Energy Canada Limited's activities in energy efficiency and climate change. Discussions with government officials with respect to possibly expanding a German style Apprenticeship Program. Discussions with Government officials regarding Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) program and suggestions relating to development of a manufacturing and exporting strategy for Canada. Discussions with government officials regarding new policies or programs to increase government spending for transportation/transit and electricity sector innovation. Discuss Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters’ trade policy priorities (including items controlled for export in Canada). Clean Hydrogen Investment Tax Credit Seeking supply chain connections through free trade agreements for potential Canadian content rules as it relates to this specific tax credit Clean Electricity Regulations Seeking paired adaptation funding to compliment the regulatory package. For instance, the inclusion of funding mechanisms for decarbonization paired with the regulatory structure.

Policies and program development for future procurements which incorporate Siemens Energy Blue Drive Propulsion systems and other diesel-electric solutions in marine applications. Discussions with government officials with respect to Siemens Energy Canada Limited's activities in energy efficiency and climate change. Clean Electricity Regulations Seeking paired adaptation funding to compliment the regulatory package. For instance, the inclusion of funding mechanisms for decarbonization paired with the regulatory structure. Policies and programs that concern export credit financing, international trade and investment opportunities. Energy Transmission and Distribution System products and services including related software, consulting and security as well as data management. Discussion with government officials regarding public policy options relating to the application of information technology to improve efficiencies of energy systems. Discussion with government officials regarding policies or programs that relate to the Government of Canada’s “Cyber Security Strategy” , “Hydrogen”, “Aeroderivative Gas Turbines” and funding that may be available to Siemens Energy Canada Limited. Clean Hydrogen Investment Tax Credit Seeking supply chain connections through free trade agreements for potential Canadian content rules as it relates to this specific tax credit A government administered system of risk reductions for proponents in the renewable energy project space. For instance, a government fund that companies can apply to which eases commercial risks associated with start up hydrogen projects. In addition, contracts for difference (CFDs) in the context of projects in the energy industry and long-term carbon pricing.

Work with the Government of Canada on international engagements as it relates to the digital economy and Internet connectivity. Work with government to promote and support Canada's digital economy, specifically in regards to advancing rural broadband. Providing input to discussions or proceedings regarding support for expansion of broadband service to rural areas. Providing input on any potential amendments to the Radiocommunications Act and Telecommunications Act as per legislative review. Providing industry input to the Government on the Canadian Space Agency regarding the future of the Agency. Provide input to Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada regarding spectrum and orbital slot allocation procedures, as well as spectrum fees. Engage with the Strategic Innovation Fund regarding communication technologies. Engage with the Government of Canada on policy decisions as it relates to C-Band spectrum. Engage with the government of Canada on funding programs aimed at advancing the deployment of rural broadband Engage with the government of Canada on finalizing a contribution agreement as set out in the MOU between Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada and Telesat Canada Engage with the government of Canada on federal funding programs aimed at supporting communication technologies. Encourage the Government of Canada to fulfill unique communications, scientific or military requirements through new satellite programs. Discussions with the Government of Canada on immigration as it relates to attracting and retaining a highly skilled workforce Changes to the regulatory fees charged by government for spectrum and orbital slots