Emmanuella Lambropoulos

Representations regarding Canadian and international defence procurement. The protection and promotion of Canada's access to global markets. Tax regime for large corporations under Part VI.1 (Tax on Corporations Paying Dividends on Taxable Preferred Shares) of the Income Tax Act. Spectrum Utilization Policies and Radio System Policies affecting frequency bands Bombardier operates in or in equipment built by Bombardier. Representations regarding the draft Select Luxury Items Tax Act and its impact on business aircraft manufacturers Obtain support from Canada to enable Export Development Canada (EDC) to provide customer financing of aircraft. Obtain financial support from Industry Canada under the Strategic Aerospace and Defence Initiative for research and development. Obtain financial support from Canada with respect to the development of aerospace technology. Management of ongoing projects entered into under the Technology Partnership Canada Program with respect to research and development initiatives. Expansion of various air services agreements under Canada's Blue Sky Policy Establish appropriate regulations for export permits and controlled goods. Enhance Research and Development tax incentives under the Income Tax Act, including Investment Tax Credit (ITC) Economic and Trade Agreements with respect to equal market access to other countries. Define appropriate level for aircraft certification at Transport Canada. Deductibility of interest payable to controlled foreign affiliates under the article 18.4 of the Income Tax Act. Collaboration with National Research Council (NRC) with respect to various research and development initiatives Changes to the civil aviation regulations with respect to private operators. Canada’s participation in the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation Development consensus financing guidelines pertaining to sales financing framework. Canada's support of the development of the aerospace industry. Canada's support of the development of a skilled workforce. Canada's participation in a potential pluri-lateral discussion around WTO on aerospace and ways to strengthen them.

Discussing the development and implementation of measures to eliminate forced labour in supply chains. Discussing aerospace industry skilled labour requirements, including government immigration and employment support programs. Strategic Response Fund (SRF) – this program administered by ISED Canada co-invests with Canadian aerospace companies in funding their Research & Development (R&D) projects. AIAC advocates to ensure that the program’s mandate, funding level, and investment terms and conditions align to the R&D financing needs of Canadian aerospace companies and that they are equivalent to what other countries provide their aerospace companies. Strategic Response Fund (SRF) - proposal to support the development of an ecosystem in Canada by providing an environment for the pursuit of collaborative projects. Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) Policy – AIAC advocates to the government for a policy framework and eligibility rules that ensure high quality industrial benefits are placed into Canada by the primes. Discussing regional development in the province of British Columbia. Discussing the aerospace industry perspective on international trade negotiations and agreements to ensure their effectiveness. Discussing Canadian export controls and trade measures, including the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement, to provide the industry’s perspective and ensure their effectiveness. Discussing how Transport Canada can improve its resources and governance structure for civil aviation, including improvements to certification processes and alignment with bilateral partners. Communications regarding the implementation of the Defence Industrial Strategy, including related policies, programs, regulations and legislation which support production capacity of the aerospace industry in Canada, increase supports for export opportunities and development of international markets. Ensuring the Defence Industrial Strategy implementation, including related policies, programs, regulations and legislation supports the growth of the aerospace industry in Canada. Advocate on current or future environmental, legislation, policy or regulations of potential impact. The Aeronautics Act and Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) - AIAC advocates for internationally harmonized implementation of regulations to get the highest practical level of safety and to keep Canadian industry economically competitive. Taxation Policy – AIAC advocates for a taxation policy regime that strengthens Canada as a place for new aerospace investment and for growing existing aerospace businesses. e.g. lowering of corporate taxation rates, allowing for greater and accelerated write-up of the purchase of new capital and equipment. Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SRED) Tax Credit – this program administered by Revenue Canada provides a tax credit to companies in proportion to their investments in Research & Development. AIAC advocates for eligibility rules and terms and conditions that meet the needs of Canadian aerospace companies regardless of their public or private ownership. Safety Management System (SMS) - The development of an internationally-recognized SMS Standard consistent with Annex 19. Obtain support from relevant government departments in dealing with the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme to ensure fairness to Canadian companies. Export Financing – Export Development Canada provides financing assistance to foreign buyers of Canadian products and systems. AIAC advocates for adequate financing support of aerospace exports and that the program's terms and conditions are aligned to market circumstances as well as keeping Canada's industry competitive internationally. Enhancement and growth of the Canadian Aviation Maintenance Council to cover all aviation human resource issues with particular focus on aerospace manufacturing, human resource issues; to include possible funding and activities Employment Insurance Policy – administered by Emp

Canada's potential contributions to global security in Europe, NATO, and NORAD With regard to federal measures to assist the Canadian Aerospace sector and advocate for an aerospace and defence industrial strategy. Seeking funding from Strategic Aerospace and Defence Initiative (SADI) & Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) Industrial and Technological Benefits Educating and advocating for Canada to support its aerospace sector and preserve our country’s Key Industrial Capabilities (KIC) in flight training and simulation.

Discussion about marketing Canadian Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul companies on international stage. Discussions about digital ID for travel in the global travel continuum. Discussion on government investment in infrastructure for remote and northern airports. Working with Transport Canada Aviation Security on Enhanced Security measures harmonizing with the Transportation Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security requirements. Working with the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) ensuring the Orders in Council make operational sense in their requirements in keeping the travelling public safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Also ensuring that the Transport Canada Aviation Security and Civil Aviation are harmonized in the issuance of Interim Orders which regulate the Aviation Industry during the pandemic. Status of European Union (EU) Bilateral - The Canadian Government and the European Union entered into Bilaterals. The issues are its impact on costs and trade to our industry. Request funding from CanExport Associations Program (CEA) International Marketing assistance from Global Affairs Canada with regard to Aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) and Flight Training. Passenger Bill of Rights, Foreign Ownership, Joint Ventures and the possible cost impacts to our industry and unintended consequences. (Formerly known as Bill C-49 Transportation Modernization Act) Participation in the development of mitigation measures for the use of Ethylene Glycol and Halon and Greenhouse Gases with Environment and Climate Change Canada, and Transport Canada Participation in stakeholder consultation with Health Canada on regulatory matters with regard to public safety and costs to the industry. Obtain support from relevant government departments in dealing with the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme to ensure fairness to Canadian companies. International Student Program in respect of streamlining the process to obtain student study permits for commercial pilot training in Canada and provide exemptions on the caps for foreign aviation students. (Imagine Education au/in Canada Brand program) with Global Affairs Canada and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. Government consultation (Transport Canada) with stakeholders on the privatization of CATSA and its impact on the industry and the cost to passengers. Acts to amend the Aeronautics Act and the Access to Information Act and to make consequential amendments to other Acts with regard to all sections, particularly the provisions enabling safety management systems and the protection of safety data from public dissemination. Federal jurisdiction at aerodromes as it pertains to noise responsibilities. We do not want the province/municipality to enforce noise around airports. We oppose attempts by provinces/municipalities from attempting to usurp the federal powers. The Federal Government regulation in this case refers to the Aeronautics Act. Excise Tax Act with regard to Reduction of Air Travellers Security Charge. Excise Tax Act with regards to the reduction of Aviation Fuel Taxes. Enhancement and growth of the Canadian Council for Aviation and Aerospace to cover all aviation human resource issues. Encouraging the implementation of Safety Management Systems throughout Canadian commercial aviation. Discussions with Transport Canada and Employment & Social Development Canada on removing barriers to entry for people who want to become pilots or aircraft maintenance engineers or technicians. Discussions with regard to the on-going management of the Air Carrier Security Measures (Document is classified). Discussions with Public Safety Canada regarding, and support for, actions to prevent Human Trafficking. Discussions on the Statutory Review of the Canada Transportation Act with respect to administerial advice on policies Discussions about restrictions (timelines, airspace and procedures onboard aircraft) in the context of special events with regards to public sa

Recherche de financement et un soutien du gouvernement fédéral accru pour assurer la réussite et la pérennité du Programme?national d’alimentation scolaire universel. Collaborer avec les différents paliers de gouvernement, le secteur privé et les organisations communautaires pour établir un modèle de partage des coûts durable qui soutient en priorité les enfants et les milieux qui font face à des obstacles à une alimentation saine. "L’organisme défend et participe à la mise en œuvre des lois, politiques et programmes de financement pour instaurer un Programme?national d’alimentation scolaire universel, pérenne, et renforçant les liens avec les systèmes alimentaires locaux. La vision du Club des petits?déjeuners est celle d’un pays où tous les enfants ont accès chaque jour à des aliments nutritifs à l’école. Pour réaliser cette vision, l’organisme défend et participe à la mise en œuvre des lois, politiques et programmes de financement pour instaurer un Programme?national d’alimentation scolaire universel, pérenne, et renforçant les liens avec les systèmes alimentaires locaux. Il collabore avec les différents paliers de gouvernement, le secteur privé et les organisations communautaires pour établir un modèle de partage des coûts durable qui soutient en priorité les enfants et les milieux qui font face à des obstacles à une alimentation saine. Un financement et un soutien du gouvernement fédéral accru sont indispensables pour assurer la réussite et la pérennité de ce programme.

Teacher training in Quebec. Explore opportunites to obtain funding from the New Media Research and Development Initiative and/or the Development of Official-language Communities Program to adapt a digital learning tool into French to offer opportunities for use in both official languages. Post-secondary education research. Press for an increased contribution from the Government of Canada regarding the indirect costs of research. Make representations to the Minister regarding the funding levels of various research granting agencies. Discuss Canada's Science and Technology research orientations. Explore experiential learning opportunities that would allow students to work directly with departments and agencies, including posting and providing opportunities for students. Obtain infrastructure funding under the Building Canada Plan, the Knowledge Infrastructure Program and Recreational Infrastructures Canada to: renovate and expand our athletics facilities; renovate and expand our teaching and research capability in Fine Arts at the Grey Nuns facility and; enhance and improve our overall research and development infrastructure. Obtain historic site designation for our Grey Nuns property under the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada (administered by Parks Canada). Improvement of federal student aid for certain categories of students Examine the possibility of reducing the time required by Citizenship and Immigration Canada to issue study permits. Public Service Concordia Champion. Discussed how Concordia students can learn about existing opportunities in the Canadian public service.

Obtain funding from the Department of Women and Gender Equality for leadership programming to increase the participation of women and gender diverse people in Canada's political life. Modernization of the Legislature to ensure Parliament is more gender-inclusive, family-friendly and a workplace free from harassment Modernization of the House of Commons to allow proxy voting or remote participation Addressing the barriers faced by women and gender diverse people seeking, and serving in elected office, such as financial, harassment, gender bias.

Looking for a letter of recommandation from the local Member of Parliament (Emmanuella Lambropoulos) for an application to the Rental Construction Financing Initiative of the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

ADVOCATE FOR IMPROVED AWARENESS, PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT OF WOMEN'S HEART AND BRAIN HEALTH RISK FACTORS THROUGH BILL S-243, AN ACT TO ESTABLISH A NATIONAL FRAMEWORK FOR WOMEN'S HEALTH IN CANADA ADVOCATE FOR A MODERNIZED CHARITABLE TAXATION FRAMEWORK THAT STRENGTHENS CHARITIES AND THEIR ABILITY TO MOBILIZE RESOURCES FOR THE BENEFIT OF CANADIANS. FINALIZE REGULATIONS TO RESTRICT VAPE FLAVOURS (INCLUDING MINT/MENTHOL); INTRODUCE PLAIN AND STANDARDIZED PACKAGING FOR VAPING PRODUCTS; INCREASE TOBACCO AND VAPE TAXES; IMPLEMENT A TOBACCO COST RECOVERY FEE; PROTECT EXISTING NICOTINE POUCH REGULATIONS; BAN INTERNET/ONLINE SALES FOR TOBACCO AND E-CIGARETTES; PROHIBIT THE SALE OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS AMONGST INDIVIDUALS BORN BEFORE A DETERMINED YEAR; INCREASE THE MINIMUM LEGAL AGE OF SALE FOR TOBACCO AND VAPING PRODUCTS TO 21 YEARS OF AGE. SUPPORT POLICIES THAT ELIMINATE FINANCIAL BARRIERS TO SPORT PARTICIPATION FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH, WHILE ENSURING SPORT PARTICIPATION FUNDING IS ROLLED OUT IN AN ACCESSIBLE, EQUITABLE, AND INCLUSIVE MANNER. ADVOCATE FOR GOVERNMENT ACTION TO REDUCE THE CONSUMPTION OF, AND HARMS ASSOCIATED WITH, ULTRA-PROCESSED FOODS. ADVOCATE FOR AND FUND EQUITABLE ACCESS TO PALLIATIVE CARE PROGRAMS FOR CANADIANS, INCLUDING EQUITY-SEEKING GROUPS. INTRODUCTION OF A NATIONAL PHARMACARE PROGRAM IMPLEMENT REGULATIONS TO RESTRICT COMMERCIAL MARKETING OF UNHEALTHY FOODS AND BEVERAGES TO CHILDREN IMPLEMENT A TAX ON SUGARY DRINKS. REVENUES FROM SUCH A TAXATION STREAM SHOULD BE USED TO SUBSIDIZE HEALTHY EATING INITIATIVES FUND PUBLIC AWARENESS FOR IMPROVED USE OF DEFIBRILLATORS AND CPR. ADVOCATE FOR A TAX-EXEMPTION ON THE SALE OF DEFIBRILLATORS. ENSURE THAT THE DEDICATED FEDERAL ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE FUND BECOMES A PERMANENT ENVELOPE IN CANADA'S INFRASTRUCTURE FUNDING.

Obtain contributions for the development of McGill institutes and schools Obtain contributions for inter-sectoral, inter-disciplinary and international partnerships Obtain contributions for a wide array of non-peer reviewed academic, research, and partnership initiatives Discussions with federal officials to improve Canada's immigration policies and procedures Discussions with federal officials to encourage the development of a public policy framework that responds to the needs of post-secondary education and research Discussions with federal officials to advocate for increased support to the base budgets of the three granting councils, the Canada Foundation for Innovation, and Genome Canada Discussions with federal officials to advocate for increased funding for the institutional costs of research Discussions with federal officials regarding campus infrastructure and deferred maintenance issues Discussions regarding science, technology and innovation policy frameworks with a view to enhancing Canada's research and innovation capacity Discussions aimed at putting the framework in place to make Canada a top destination for work and study by the best and brightest around the world Communications with federal officials to advocate for increased federal investment in scholarships for graduate students