David McAlister

Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulation and discussions around transportation as it relates to the oil and gas industry Sustainable Finance and Environment, Social, Governance (ESG) considerations for investment decisions. Support for the Clean Resource Innovation Network (CRIN) to advance research to build upon existing expertise in the development of clean and affordable energy. Support for industry due to impact of COVID-19 pandemic on oil and natural gas sector, including access to COVID rapid tests, regulatory requirements, liability, methane, liquidity, technology/innovation/infrastructure funding, wage subsidy, funding for student and new graduate positions. Species at Risk Act with regard to conservation initiatives to protect species and their habitats Seeking creation of a provincial pilot program to enable companies to purchase COVID rapid tests. Impact Assessment Act as it relates to approvals and impact assessments for major oil and gas projects. Duty to consult Indigenous communities as it relates to oil and gas projects, including implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Discussions on climate change regulations and policies that may be directed at oil sands, refining, and gas processing. This includes methane, Clean Fuels Standard and net zero. Canadian policy support related to international market access for oil and gas. Canadian Environmental Protection Act with respect to the regulatory framework for greenhouse gas emissions and criteria for air contaminants and air pollutant regulations Canadian Energy Regulator as it relates to regulatory oversight of upstream interprovincial pipelines. Allow immediate deductibility of capital costs for tax purposes in the year in which they occur, to be applied broadly across the economy in a manner that aligns with similar tax reforms in the US.

Discussions related to tariff remissions subject to trade control, surtax, or tariff rate quota regimes. Fisheries Act and related regulations with respect to regulatory approaches in implementation and assurance requirements. Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulation and discussions around transportation as it relates to the oil and gas industry Sustainable Finance and Environment, Social, Governance (ESG) considerations for investment decisions. Support for the Clean Resource Innovation Network (CRIN) to advance research to build upon existing expertise in the development of clean and affordable energy. Species at Risk Act with regard to conservation initiatives to protect species and their habitats Impact Assessment Act as it relates to approvals and impact assessments for major oil and gas projects. Duty to consult Indigenous communities as it relates to oil and gas projects, including implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Discussions on climate change regulations and policies that may be directed at oil sands, refining, and gas processing. This includes methane, Clean Fuels Standard and net zero. Canadian policy support related to international market access for oil and gas. Canadian Environmental Protection Act with respect to the regulatory framework for greenhouse gas emissions and criteria for air contaminants and air pollutant regulations Canadian Energy Regulator as it relates to regulatory oversight of upstream interprovincial pipelines. Allow immediate deductibility of capital costs for tax purposes in the year in which they occur, to be applied broadly across the economy in a manner that aligns with similar tax reforms in the US.

Nuclear Waste Management: Policies, legislation and regulatory frameworks related to the long term management, interim storage, transportation and governance of used nuclear fuel and low and intermediate level radioactive waste. Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL): Federal policies, governance and program considerations related to Canadian Nuclear Laboratories, including nuclear research and development, isotope production, reactor refurbishment, waste management innovation and new nuclear technologies. Nuclear Safety, Environmental & Liability Frameworks: Legislation and regulations governing the safety, licensing, operation and environmental oversight of nuclear facilities, including the Canadian Nuclear Safety and Control Act, the Nuclear Liability and Compensation Act, the Fisheries Act, the Species at Risk Act, and associated regulations. International Trade & Nuclear Exports: Trade, export and international cooperation policies affecting Canadian nuclear technologies, services and fuels, including export financing, international agreements and strategic trade alignment. Workforce, Skills & Labour Availability: Immigration, training, apprenticeship and skilled trades policies and programs supporting major nuclear projects and long term workforce sustainability. Emergency Management & National Defence: Policies, legislation and intergovernmental frameworks related to nuclear emergency preparedness, public safety, national defence, and federal provincial coordination. Science, Research & Medical Isotopes: Federal science, research and innovation policies and programs related to nuclear research and development, technology innovation, and the production and supply of medical isotopes, including collaboration with industry, research institutions and Indigenous partners. Indigenous Partnership & Reconciliation: Federal policies, programs and frameworks related to Indigenous consultation, participation, equity ownership, economic reconciliation, capacity building and long term partnerships in the nuclear and clean energy sectors. Impact Assessment & Federal Permitting: Legislative and regulatory matters related to the Impact Assessment Act and the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, including federal review processes, permitting requirements, timelines, and coordination for nuclear life extension, refurbishment and new nuclear projects. Federal Fiscal Measures: Taxation, fiscal policy and financial measures administered by the Department of Finance, including clean energy investment tax credits, capital cost allowance, pension related policies, and other federal fiscal measures relevant to major infrastructure and energy projects. New Nuclear Development & Supply Chains: Policies, programs and regulatory considerations related to the development, deployment, financing and operation of new nuclear facilities, including nuclear fuel supply, uranium and conversion services, domestic manufacturing capacity, critical supply chains, and clean energy industrial development. Clean Electricity, Electrification & Energy Security: Policies, programs and regulatory frameworks related to clean electricity, electrification and energy security, including the role of nuclear energy in Canada’s net-zero objectives, emissions-free baseload electricity, grid readiness, electrification initiatives, and energy affordability and reliability.

Advocate for policy, programs, and decisions that would support Indigenous-led asset managers in Canada. Share priorities around providing a positive impact on Indigenous communities. Work with government to put forth pragmatic policy solutions that solve problems specific to Indigenous economic self-determination.

Discussion regarding federal support for employment and training programs related to the industry. Discussion regarding Canada-US relations The Canada Shipping Act with respect to safe marine transportation Discussions regarding tax structure to support emissions reduction investments Species at Risk Act with regards to conservation initiatives to protect species and habitat Seeking potential community infrastructure funding to support Cenovus's Indigenous Housing Initiative Regulatory discussions through CAPP - participation through the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) to discuss ways to make the Atlantic offshore oil and gas industry more competitive. Petroleum Research - Participating in meetings with government to collaborate with industry peers on research of benefit to industry and government in Newfoundland. Discussion regarding Marine safety and spill response management Implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Discussion regarding environmental assessment processes and requirements for major projects Discussions regarding Federal Real Property Act Extractive Sector Transparency Measures Act implementation of the mandatory reporting standards for the extractive sector Discussion with Government regarding the Competition Act Discussion with government regarding efficiency, effectiveness, cost, and safety of the Vancouver Metro Port Authority Discussion with government regarding economic support for indigenous participation in infrastructure and energy projects Discussion with government regarding accurate economic assumptions and calibration of economic models Discussion with government regarding accurate calibration of emissions related policies Discussions with regulator about how to improve and align technical standards across provincial and federal jurisdictions Discussions with Government regarding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) Discussions with government regarding Atlantic Offshore Health and Safety Regulations Discussions with Government on policy levers to support emission reduction technologies Discussions regarding trade and infrastructure policies to support market access. Discussions regarding the Government of Canada's Intellectual Property (IP) Strategy with the goal of ensuring Canada's IP system fosters research and development in Canada Discussions regarding government support for Indigenous community requests of skills training programs, facilities, infrastructure, and housing Discussions about potential policy levers to enable pathways to net-zero Discussion regarding federal fuel charge rebates and associated tax treatments. Development of regulations and implementation framework to ensure the safe operation of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems for applications in oil and gas industry. Consultation on Federal/Provincial alignment of greenhouse gas policies. Areas of focus include cost of carbon, provincial equivalency, trading mechanisms, and compliance mechanisms. Discussions regarding Canadian Environmental Protection Act related to greenhouse gas and other air emissions. Discussions regarding policy changes on water and a possible Canadian Water Agency. Canadian Energy Strategy related to national level alignment on energy priorities Canada Wildlife Act with regards to the environmental impacts from mineral resources activities Bill C-26 Discussion with Government regarding effective and efficient design and implementation of Bill C-26 Aboriginal Constitutional and Treaty Rights in relation to aboriginal consultation policy pertaining to resource management

Increasing awareness of Hydro One's activities in the electricity sector and advocating for policy responses to increased electrification. We will be actively participating in regulatory discussions regarding the Clean Electricity Standards being proposed by the Government of Canada; Securing funding options to support rural broadband development Securing funding options to support electrification Securing funding options to support electricity transmission development Conducting outreach and advocacy to the Federal Government on: Electrification, Clean Energy Resources, a National Grid Council, Clean Emissions Standard ZEV Vehicles, Electricity Transmission Project Development, Joint Use of Electricity Infrastructure, Funding Mechanisms for Indigenous participation in transmission project ownership; Advocating for tax polices regarding the payment in lieu (PIL) regime associated with the selling of electricity assets. Advocating for removal of trade restrictions on imported products necessary for the energy transition and electricity reliability; Advocating for changes to the incoming regulations banning the use of Pentachlorophenol as a wood pole preservative;