Dominic St-Pierre

Introducing the company and the benefits of biochar to relevant government policy and programs around agriculture, forestry and environment. Seeking partnership and/or government support to build new or expand operations.

Communicating with Government officials to identify and secure federal funding and programs in support of domestic manufacturing of fire-retardant technologies. Advocate Government of Canada for approval of formulations used in wood preservative and fire-retardant technologies.

Develop, implement and coordinate the The Wilder Canada Action Plan, a 10-year action-focused effort for species recovery through conservation translocation, reintroduction, and breeding.

Seek funding to boost tourism at the Wilder Institute Calgary Zoo, one of the top tourism attractions west of Ontario. Request funding to support capital, research and animal care activities associated with a joint federal/provincial and other initiatives on species at risk or in serious decline. sources include Environment and Climate Change Canada and Parks Canada Agency Propose and advance robust standards and credible accreditation to govern keeping of non-domestic and exotic species in human care. Major capital infrastructure funding to update, renew or replace exhibits and facilities. Sources may include Prairies Economic Development and Canadian Heritage Contribute input on Senate and House animal welfare bills and regulation such as on Senate bills S-241 (An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act (great apes, elephants and certain other animals) and S-15 (An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act) Canadian Food Inspection Agency processing of animal movement permit applications for international imports and exports. Canadian Cultural Spaces Fund or other funding to enhance/upgrade facilities for conservation, education and experiential learning. Business development funding to promote investment in facilities and infrastructure, programs and research.