Ellis Ross

Communicating with the Government of Canada, including via government-led consultations, about guidelines for pipeline watercourse crossings, including guidelines issued by the Canadian Energy Regulator on trenched and trenchless crossings. Communicating with the Government of Canada about Bill C-31 (“A second Act to implement certain provisions of the budget tabled in Parliament on November 4, 2025”), also known as “Budget 2025 Implementation Act, No. 2”, more specifically those provisions that impact the oil and gas sector. Communicating with the Government of Canada about cooperation and collaboration with Indigenous peoples, including on (i) the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), (ii) the National Benefits-Sharing Framework, (iii) the Comprehensive Land Claims Policy, (iv) the Duty to Consult and (v) other consultation matters Communicating with the Government of Canada about the creation, design and implementation of the Canada Strong Fund, Canada’s national sovereign wealth fund, including the potential for investments in the oil and gas sector. Communicating with the Government of Canada, including via government-led consultations, about the proposed Indigenous Ministerial Arrangements Regulations (“IMARs”) under the Canadian Energy Regulator Act, including those provisions that impact the oil and gas sector. Communicating with the Government of Canada about Bill C-30 (“An Act to implement certain provisions of the spring economic update tabled in Parliament on April 28, 2026”), colloquially referred to as the 2026 Spring Economic Update, including those provisions that impact the oil and gas sector. Communicating with the Government of Canada, in general, about oil spill response and preparedness, including the “Field guide for oil spill response in Arctic waters” and related measures Communicating with the Government of Canada about artificial intelligence (“AI”), including (i) the potential for AI to accelerate energy innovation and (ii) AI-related research by centres, labs and satellite stations at the Department of Natural Resources. Communicating with the Government of Canada about regulations under the Canada Oil and Gas Operations Act, including SOR/2009-315 (“Canada Oil and Gas Drilling and Production Regulations”) and SOR/2016-108 (“Regulations Establishing a List of Spill-treating Agents). Communicating with the Government of Canada about existing and proposed regulations under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (“CEPA”), including SOR/2022-140 (“Clean Fuel Regulation”), SOR/2020-231 (“Reduction in the Release of Volatile Organic Compounds Regulations (Petroleum Sector)”), SOR/2018-66 (“Reduction in the Release of Methane and Certain Volatile Organic Compounds (Upstream Oil and Gas Sector)”), SOR/2019-51 (“Environmental Emergency Regulations, 2019”), SOR/2025-270 (“Prohibition of Certain Toxic Substances Regulations, 2025”) and the (proposed/draft) Oil Sands Mining Effluent Regulation. Communicating with the Government of Canada about energy trade between the United States and Canada, including the construction and operation of prospective pipeline projects and the imposition of potential tariffs on oil and gas and the renegotiation of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (“CUSMA”), formerly known as the North American Free Trade Agreement (“NAFTA”). Communicating with the Government of Canada about CAPP’s regulatory policy priorities, in general, including (i) clearing regulatory roadblocks, (ii) streamlining approval processes for major projects and (iii) reducing regulatory red tape. Communicating with the Government of Canada about Bill S-238 (“An Act to enact the Climate-Aligned Finance Act and to make related amendments to other Acts”), more specifically its impact on the oil and gas sector. Communicating with the Government of Canada, in general, about the impact of global geopolitical risks (including those related to Iran, Russia and Venezuela) on oil

• Exploring innovative conservation and stewardship financing initiatives. • Encouraging the creation of policies that would support Indigenous leadership in conservation efforts, such as Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas. • Encouraging the creation of policies that would support Indigenous Guardians and create jobs and economic development in Indigenous communities. • Encouraging the creation of policies that would support boreal conservation and forest-related climate change action across the country.

Exploring innovative conservation and stewardship financing initiatives. • Encouraging the creation of policies that would support boreal conservation and forest-related climate change action across the country. Encouraging the creation of policies that would support Indigenous leadership in conservation efforts, such as Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas. Encouraging the creation of policies that would support Indigenous Guardians and create jobs and economic development in Indigenous communities.

Exploring innovative conservation and stewardship financing initiatives. Encouraging the creation of policies that would support Indigenous leadership in conservation efforts, such as Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas. Encouraging the creation of policies that would support Indigenous Guardians and create jobs and economic development in Indigenous communities.

Funding for infrastructure projects in Klemtu Resolution of ongoing service and policing provided by the RCMP in Klemtu Renewal of BC salmon farming licenses in Indigenous territories Indigenous led management and conservation for Kitasu Bay Funding for the construction of a community wellness centre Funding for mineral sector development Funding for major housing development and sub development infrastructure Financial support for Reconciliation Framework Agreement

Funding for infrastructure projects in Klemtu Resolution of ongoing service and policing provided by the RCMP in Klemtu Financial support for Reconciliation Framework Agreement Funding for mineral sector development Renewal of BC salmon farming licences in Indigenous territories Indigenous led management and conservation for Kitasu Bay Funding for major housing development and sub development infrastructure Funding for the construction of a community wellness centre

Outreach to public office holders on Climate Policy and emissions reductions strategies. Outreach to public office holders relating to plans for the development, operation and possible expansion of liquefied propane gas (LPG) export terminals on the west coast of British Columbia. Outreach to public office holders on the development of a Hydrogen Strategy. Outreach to public office holders on the activities related to the Indo Pacific Strategy Outreach to public office holders on issues involving the movement of energy products on rail networks in Western Canada. Outreach to public office holders on issues involving the development of new marine infrastructure to support the export of Natural Gas Liquids.

Sharing information on the energy industry, and discussions on supporting energy industry jobs and economic development in Canada.

Energy trade between the United States and Canada and the imposition of potential tariffs on inputs to the oil and gas supply chain, and the evolving remission pathways for certain goods. The Heavy-duty Vehicle and Engine Greenhouse Gas Emission Regulations, with respect to difficulties members will encounter regarding sourcing necessary vehicles due to compliance requirements for the regulations. Various regulatory and policy amendments made under Transport Canada relating to the transportation of dangerous goods and the formation of Modes Directorates as oversight bodies. The proposed emissions cap on the oil and gas industry, with respect to the sector-specific nature of the draft regulations. Bill C-59, Fall Economic Statement Implementation Act, with respect to requirements for industry regarding publicizing environmental efforts Bill C-69, the Impact Assessment Act, with respect to major projects and streamlining of the federal regulatory and permitting process Funds directed to western provinces for the delivery of site rehabilitation efforts and the economic benefit seen from these programs by Indigenous owned and operated service companies. Funding opportunities to support Enserva's labour matching portal and ESG reporting portal. Federal Hours of Service regulation, with respect to difficulties our members encounter regarding stand by time, and travel time to get to the job.

Canada's Critical Minerals Strategy, with respect to FPX Nickel Corp.'s exploration and development of nickel deposits. Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund, with respect to FPX Nickel Corp.'s application to advance the Baptiste Nickel Project.

Canadian Environment Protection Act, with respect to compliance and enforcement policy. To discuss testing methods, training, and protocols for mineral analysis and the classification of amphibole minerals.

Fisheries Act - Section 35 in respect of compliance for projects near water in the mineral industry Metal and Diamond Mining Effluent Regulations (MDMER) respecting Export and Import of Hazardous Wastes as it relates to mining and economic development Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut Mining Regulations in respect of Mineral Tenure management in the Yukon, NWT and Nunavut. Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut Mining Regulations in respect of amendments to the administration of prospecting permits and mineral claims Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) as it relates to substances produced or used by the mining industry United Nations Declaration on Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act as it relates to mining sector activities UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act Action Plan in relation to providing input on the implementation of measures that intersect with mining activities Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act in regards to mining The Income Tax Act in relation to corporation taxation and the use of fiscal policy with regard to the mineral industry. Species at Risk Act as it relates to mining sector activities Safety of Life as Sea Convention at the International Maritime Organization Recommended Nunavut Land Use Plan in relation to land use implications for the mining sector of Nunavut Policies or programs at Infrastructure Canada, Transport Canada. CANNOR and other departments and agencies that pertain to trade-enabling infrastructure investment in remote and norther regions. Policies or programs at Environment and Climate Change Canada that relate to biodiversity conservation, including the development of the National Biodiversity Strategy Policies and programs that relate to energy renewal, energy efficiency and management, energy technology, clean technology and innovation. Oceans Act in respect to Marine protected areas Nunavut Planning and Project Assessment Act as it relates to mining sector activities Northwest Territories and Nunavut Mining Regulations in respect of royalty administration and diamond valuation, as applicable. Northern Northwest Territories and Nunavut Mining Regulations in respect of Mineral Tenure management in the NWT and Nunavut. Nature Accountability Legislation (anticipated in 2024) National Benefits Sharing Framework in relation to providing input on the design and implementation of the framework Migratory Birds Regulations as it relates to mining sector activities Migratory Birds Convention Act as it relates to mining sector activities MacKenzie Valley Resource Management Boards and Agencies in respect of effluent regulations for diamond mining in Canada Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Boards, Mackenzie Valley Environmental Impact Review Board, Yukon Environment and Socio-economic Assessment Board, Yukon Water Board, Nunavut Impact Review Board, Nunavut Water Board as they relate to (published or unpublished) reasons for decisions made in environmental assessment and permitting; appointments with respect to relevant qualifications and professional and technical experience of Board appointees, and policy decision that affect effluent standards set in water permits. Impact Assessment Act & Regs. as they affect assessment of projects in the mineral industry Human Resources - Human Resources Development Canada - Mining skills development and training programs for Indigenous and under-represented groups in mining (female, new Canadians), with the Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MIHR) Formerly Bill C-17 - Amendments to the Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Act (YESSA) and subsequent engagement on related issues as it pertains to the mining industry. Foreign investment and trade as it relates to Foreign Investment Agreements (FIPAs) and Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) Fisheries Act in respect of the Metal and Diamond Mining Effluent Regulations (MDMER), the proposed Coal Mining Effluent Regulations (CMER) and proposed regulations for

Canadian Navigable Waters Act in respect to compliance for projects in the mineral industry Canadian Metals and Minerals Plan as it relates to NRCan's development of the plan and as it relates to the mining industry Clean Electricity and Fuel Regulations Canadian Environmental Protection Act in respect to: Chemicals Management Plan; implementation of the Minamata Convention on Mercury; and the National Pollutant Release Inventory. Canadian Environmental Protection Act as it applies to substances produced by or used by the mineral industry Climate Change policies and/or programs as they relate to addressing greenhouse gas emissions and the decarbonization of the mining sector Critical Minerals Strategy as it relates to the Government of Canada's policies and/or programs in support of critical mineral development Air Quality Management System as it affects the mineral industry Canada Transportation Act as it relates to shipping of mineral products Canadian position with respect to implementation of MARPOL Annex V, the regular updating of changes to the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes Code Doing Business the Canadian Way: A Strategy to Advance Corporate Social Responsibility in Canada's Extractive Sector Abroad in respect to Canadian mining companies operating abroad.

The Association for Mineral Exploration British Columbia (AME) is looking to promote its organization and priorities with Parliamentarians, public servants, and political staff involved in natural resources, land use, and economic development. Efforts will focus on supporting a competitive and responsible mineral exploration sector by modernizing permitting, strengthening geoscience investment, and ensuring clear, consistent regulations that advance reconciliation and environmental stewardship. AME will also highlight the sector’s role in Canada’s critical minerals strategy and regional economic growth.

Under the banner of the Canadians for CANDU campaign, which is a broad coalition including labour, medical, first nations and supply chain organizations, AtkinsRéalis wants the government of Canada to support the Canadian-owned CANDU nuclear technology as the reactor for the next generation of new reactors to be built in Ontario, across Canada and internationally. This support can be in the form of loans to support the development of the updated reactor, financial support to provinces and utilities that choose CANDU, and export credit support for CANDU reactors exported to foreign countries. (CANDU: Canada Deuterium Uranium)