Eric Melillo

Increases to the International Assistance Envelope Allocations of the International Assistance Envelope Advocating spending priorities related to the dissemination of Canada's Official Development Assistance envelope to ensure that aid is targetted at initiatives that serve the world's poorest. Advocating for increased investment toward tuberculosis elimination, specifically through the creation of a national tuberculosis elimination strategy.

To engage and advocate for the economic and social benefits of mining to the Canadian economy, including Indigenous economic reconciliation, with investment-friendly policies regarding regulatory system, support for decarbonization, skills training and critical mineral development. To raise awareness with government officials with respect to the Company's development plans for new mining projects in Nunavut, including employment and training, opportunities and benefits for Inuit people and communities, the Company’s consultation and environmental management programs, and additional environmental sustainability opportunities in line with government and Inuit priorities and policies. To raise awareness with government officials with respect to the Company's development plans for mining projects in Ontario and Quebec, including employment and training, opportunities and benefits for Indigenous peoples and local communities, and the Company’s consultation and environmental management programs. To raise awareness with government officials and departments on the need for major infrastructure investment in the Arctic, including high speed internet infrastructure in Nunavut to support industry and community needs and enhance opportunities and economic linkages. To engage and raise awareness with government officials and departments on the need for clean energy infrastructure development in the Kivalliq and Kitikmeot regions of Nunavut. Energy alternatives will significantly reduce the need to rely 100% on diesel generation as the only source of energy in these areas, significantly reducing GHG emissions and improving economic development opportunity for communities and industry.

To raise awareness with government officials with respect to the Company's development plans for new mining projects in Nunavut, including employment and training, opportunities and benefits for Inuit people and communities, the Company’s consultation and environmental management programs, and additional environmental sustainability opportunities in line with government and Inuit priorities and policies. To raise awareness with government officials with respect to the Company's development plans for mining projects in Ontario and Quebec, including employment and training, opportunities and benefits for Indigenous peoples and local communities, and the Company’s consultation and environmental management programs. To raise awareness with government officials and departments on the need for major infrastructure investment in the Arctic, including high speed internet infrastructure in Nunavut to support industry and community needs and enhance opportunities and economic linkages. To engage and raise awareness with government officials and departments on the need for clean energy infrastructure development in the Kivalliq and Kitikmeot regions of Nunavut. Energy alternatives will significantly reduce the need to rely 100% on diesel generation as the only source of energy in these areas, significantly reducing GHG emissions and improving economic development opportunity for communities and industry. To engage and advocate for the economic and social benefits of mining to the Canadian economy, including Indigenous economic reconciliation, with investment-friendly policies regarding regulatory system, support for decarbonization, skills training and critical mineral development.

To raise awareness with government officials with respect to the Company's development plans for mining projects in Ontario and Quebec, including employment and training, opportunities and benefits for Indigenous peoples and local communities, and the Company’s consultation and environmental management programs. To raise awareness with government officials with respect to the Company's development plans for new mining projects in Nunavut, including employment and training, opportunities and benefits for Inuit people and communities, the Company’s consultation and environmental management programs, and additional environmental sustainability opportunities in line with government and Inuit priorities and policies. To engage and raise awareness with government officials and departments on the need for clean energy infrastructure development in the Kivalliq and Kitikmeot regions of Nunavut. Energy alternatives will significantly reduce the need to rely 100% on diesel generation as the only source of energy in these areas, significantly reducing GHG emissions and improving economic development opportunity for communities and industry. To raise awareness with government officials and departments on the need for major infrastructure investment in the Arctic, including high speed internet infrastructure in Nunavut to support industry and community needs and enhance opportunities and economic linkages.

Meeting with Public Office Holders and elected officials for funding to increase capacity for First Nations police forces and the enforcement of First Nations laws. We will be meeting with elected officials and Designated Public Office Holders about First Nations police services and for programs supporting First Nation-led initiatives related to the legacy of residential schools, which requires funding support.

Meetings with public office holders about environmental protection, specifically relating to re-introducing Bill C-61: An Act respecting water, source water, drinking water, wastewater, and related infrastructure on First Nation lands; and slowing down implementation of Bill C-5: One Canadian Economy Act. Meeting with public office holders and elected officials to support residential school commemoration efforts, combat IRS denialism, and implement the Murray report obligations. This work includes proposing amendments to Bill C-9, to include residential school denialism in the legislation. Supporting Chiefs of Ontario with outreach to Government and Opposition MPs regarding the potential reintroduction of PMB C-413: An Act to amend the Criminal Code (promotion of hatred against Indigenous peoples) - a private member’s bill aimed at combatting residential school denialism Meetings with public office holders and government officials regarding changes to funding and support for First Nations Police, specifically the Ontario First Nations Police Association. Includes support for mental health of officers and increased staff support.

Meetings with Public Office Holders and elected officials for funding for First Nations environmental priorities and for policy changes to the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act.

Meetings with Public Office Holders and elected officials around environmental protections and safe drinking water for First Nations communities including through the reintroduction of Bill C-61 An Act respecting water, source water, drinking water, wastewater and related infrastructure on First Nation lands. Meetings with Public Office Holders and elected officials related to strengthening First Nations policing and obtaining equitable funding. Meetings with Public Office Holders and elected officials to support residential school commemoration, combat denialism and implement the Murray report obligations. This work includes proposing amendments to Bill C-9 An Act to amend the Criminal Code (hate propaganda, hate crime and access to religious or cultural places).

Engaging with the federal government on policies and funding opportunities pertaining to project approval and advancement for the Crawford Nickel-Cobalt Sulphide discovery and downstream elements, including northern Ontario economic development policy, the competitiveness of the mining sector, mine development, downstream processing, permitting, and environmental policy.

Advocacy for funding to support the creation of the Crawford Nickel-Cobalt Sulphide Project. Engaging with the federal government on policies pertaining to project approval and advancement for the Crawford Nickel-Cobalt Sulphide discovery.

Seeking repayable and non-repayable funding to support of Crawford Nickel-Cobalt Sulphide Project as well as downstream elements to support the EV Battery supply chain.

Promote the benefits of salmon farming, including increased investments, job creation, food security, exports, and economic reconciliation with First Nations. Convey to the government the importance of collaboration and partnership between indigenous groups and the federal, and provincial governments regarding salmon farming.

Canadian Government policies and programs in support of natural infrastructure. Canada’s international assistance including support for sustainable development, climate action and nature protection. Canada’s positions on issues that will be negotiated in the lead up to and at the Conference of the Parties for the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity, including international commitments pertaining to climate change mitigation and adaptation and climate finance. Major Nation-Building Projects and Canada’s climate competitiveness strategy. Regulation of greenhouse gas emissions including oil and gas emissions cap. Support for IISD’s Experimental Lakes Areas from Environment and Climate Change Canada and the Department of Fisheries and Oceans. Canada’s Policy on Inefficient Fossil Fuel Subsidies to reduce fossil fuel subsidies. Decarbonization of industrial sectors in relation to the Output-based Pricing System (OBPS) for industrial emissions. Canada’s participation in and support for (through NRCAN) the Intergovernmental Forum for Mining, Metals and Minerals for which IISD is the Secretariat.

Provide input on Federal implementation of international climate change commitments and input into climate conversations at international summits. Provide input on the Federal Sustainable Jobs Plan. Input on the Canada Water Agency and building Federal collaboration with the Experimental Lakes Area. Strengthening and enacting federal regulations on greenhouse gas emissions and environmental impacts from the oil and gas sector and other economic sectors. Seeking funding from the Government of Canada for the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development. Federal budget and spending – providing resources for climate and environmental initiatives, including clean energy; aligning federal spending with climate objectives. Climate change and energy policy – strengthening current government climate change policies, and implementation and strengthening of the Emissions Reduction Plan.

Speaking to and meeting with Members of Parliament, Senators, officials and senior staff to discuss supporting First Nations literacy, numeracy, and land-based learning programs to strengthen community education. Speaking to and meeting with Members of Parliament, Senators, officials and senior staff to discuss mining, forestry, and natural resource opportunities within treaty and reserve lands and ensuring that IFNA leadership retains oversight of all natural resource developments. Speaking to and meeting with Members of Parliament, Senators, officials and senior staff to discuss and request funding for water and wastewater systems, municipal services, and housing projects. Speaking to and meeting with Members of Parliament, Senators, officials and senior staff to discuss First Nation midwifery and request funding to establish and support midwifery training programs and services for First Nation communities. Speaking to and meeting with Members of Parliament, Senators, officials and senior staff to discuss First Nation Insurance Health Benefit (FNIHB)'s reduction in medical travel coverage and request funding to enhance emergency services, including fire trucks, ambulances, safety equipment, and storage facilities.

Speaking to and meeting with Members of Parliament, Senators, officials and senior staff to discuss supporting First Nations literacy, numeracy, and land-based learning programs to strengthen community education. Speaking to and meeting with Members of Parliament, Senators, officials and senior staff to discuss mining, forestry, and natural resource opportunities within treaty and reserve lands and ensuring that IFNA leadership retains oversight of all natural resource developments. Speaking to and meeting with Members of Parliament, Senators, officials and senior staff to discuss First Nation midwifery and request funding to establish and support midwifery training programs and services for First Nation communities. Speaking to and meeting with Members of Parliament, Senators, officials and senior staff to discuss First Nation Insurance Health Benefit (FNIHB)'s reduction in medical travel coverage and request funding to enhance emergency services, including fire trucks, ambulances, safety equipment, and storage facilities. Speaking to and meeting with Members of Parliament, Senators, officials and senior staff to discuss and request funding for water and wastewater systems, municipal services, and housing projects.

Development of a First Nations Land Registry Removing barriers and delays in the Additions to Reserve approvals process Improving enforcement of laws made under the authority of the Framework Agreement on First Nations Land Management

Development of a First Nations Land Registry Improving enforcement of laws made under the authority of the Framework Agreement on First Nations Land Management Removing barriers and delays in the Additions to Reserve approvals process

All matters related to the Telecommunications and Broadcasting Acts, particularly as they relate to wholesale policies, competitive access to telecommunication facilities, and fostering sustainable competition.

Discussing the development of a trusted institution framework for the post-secondary education sector and international student policies.

Apartment Construction Loan Program (ACLP) funding support tied to the construction of new student housing Discussing the development of a recognized institution framework for the post-secondary education sector and international student policies.