Frédéric Rivard

Ensuring federal funding for programs that reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Enhance regulations to limit greenhouse gas emissions in Canada, such as developing a strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector. Canada's federal budget with regards to removing all subsidies to the oil, coal and gas industry, including subsidies provided through preferential tax treatments; development of renewable energy and fossil fuels, conservation and efficiency

Wildfires- In respect to the increasing threat of wildfires and measures to ensure protection, mitigation, and prevention of damage to critical electricity infrastructure. Bill C-8 (45-1), with respect to potential cybersecurity requirements on electricity operators. International trade, with respect to direct electricity trade and the trade of goods necessary for electricity infrastructure. Inclusive of foreign and domestic tariffs impacting the Canadian electricity industry. United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, in respect to infrastructure development. The Pest Management Regulatory Agency's directive on the phase-out of Pentachlorophenol, with respect to timelines for a responsible depletion of stock to reduce grid reliability and environmental risk. Telecommunications Act, in respect to the Telecommunications policy review and electricity support structures and spectrum management as they may be applicable to the advent of a smart grid. Strategic Innovation Fund, in respect to the application process, the scope of the fund, and Net Zero Accelerator. Statutory Review of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA 1999), including but not limited to GHG regulations under CEPA 1999 such as the proposed Carbon Dioxide from Natural Gas-Fired Electricity Regulations, and the proposed amendment to the Reduction of Carbon Dioxide Emissions from Coal-Fired Electricity Production Regulations. Species at Risk Act, in respect to the management of habitat, and species at risk in relation to the generation and transmission of electricity; and stewardship policies and programs with on-going efforts to streamline and clarify regulatory process, in relation to electricity industry plans to address the need for new infrastructure development to meet growing demand for electricity and replacing aging electricity assets. Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) - We are seeking to support Beyond Visual Line of Site (BVLOS) operations for RPAS in Canada for our members. RPAS are a cost-effective and safe way of examining linear features like transmission lines. Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) - We are seeking to determine a process by which critical infrastructure owners or operators can apply to have Class F restricted airspace designated over their sites. The purpose is to discourage RPAS operations (or other unwanted aircraft) over critical infrastructure, especially in the energy sector. Radiation Emitting Devices Act, in respect to the potential health effects of electric and magnetic fields (EMF). National Security Policy, in respect to security standards for facilities used for the international trade of electricity, and reliability standards. National Security Policy, in respect to pandemic planning and a national plan for the use of anti-virals, and activities pertaining to threat and risk assessments, security clearances, exercises and drills. National benefits-sharing framework, with respect to major electricity resource projects. Migratory Birds Convention Act, in respect to the management of habitat, species at risk and migratory birds in relation to the generation and transmission of electricity; and stewardship policies and programs with an on-going efforts to streamline and clarify regulatory process, in relation to electricity industry plans to address the need for new infrastructure development to meet growing demand for electricity and replacing aging electricity assets, as well as enabling the maintenance and operations of existing infrastructure. Investment tax credit proposals, with respect to incentives for certain types of renewable and clean energy technologies, including energy storage, hydrogen, carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS), and small modular reactors (SMRs). Impact Assessment Act, formerly known as Bill C-69, "An Act to enact the Impact Assessment Act and the Canadian Energy Regulator Act, to amend the Navigation Protection Act and to make consequenti

Explorer les avenues permettant d’obtenir une reconnaissance institutionnelle et, le cas échéant, une accréditation formelle auprès du gouvernement fédéral, plus particulièrement en lien avec les initiatives relevant de Sécurité publique Canada et de la Stratégie canadienne sur les drogues et autres substances

Working with federal partners to streamline Health Canada policies and processes related to clinical trials and drug authorization specific to children, including the passage of C-265, an Act to Amend the Food and Drugs Act. Supporting the introduction and passing of legislation that would increase protections for children and youth online, including the passage of C-34, the Safe Social Media Act. Encouraging the development and strengthening of legislation and regulations that limit children's access to nicotine. Engaging federal partners on the national and international role that SickKids plays in child health care, research and education.

Monitor the advancement of policies related to: Cyber Security and Artificial Intelligence: Advance laws and policies that ensure cybersecurity and artificial intelligence frameworks are robust, maintain appropriate internal controls and independent objective assurance over those controls, and minimize the organizational and operational risks of various threats, including Denial-of-service, Ransomware, Social engineering, Corporate software vulnerabilities. Support the Internal Audit Profession and Its Legal & Regulatory Framework by Protecting the public interest by providing independent, competent, and objective assurance. Support internal audit functions, integrated within the Federal government. Encourage the inclusion of internal audit function in provincial ministries and municipalities. Preserve self-regulation of the internal audit profession by maintaining objectivity and independence; and Promote professional competence through The IIA’s professional designations, Standards, and high ethical standards Monitor the advancement of policies related to: Fraud, Corruption, and Retaliation: Support public policies that require strong internal controls and independent objective assurance over those controls to prevent the misuse of organizational resources. Advance appropriate public policies that support whistleblowers and prevent fraud and corruption. Safeguard internal auditors from retaliation and intimidation in performance of their duties. Monitor the advancement of policies related to: Environmental, Social Governance: Ensure the internal audit functions of organization enable them to meet reporting requirements and adherence to environmental and related legislation and regulations. Monitor the advancement of policies related to: Data Privacy and Security: Support the passage of strong national and multinational data privacy laws – and corresponding regulations – to minimize the risk of organizational non-compliance with inconsistent local requirements. Provide assurance that organizations have robust security architectures mitigating the operational and financial risks of data breaches and other technology-based threats. Monitor the advancement of policies related to: Cryptocurrencies and Stock Exchanges: Require all cryptocurrency and stock exchanges to Establish and maintain an independent internal audit function.; and Have their senior management annually certify that their exchanges’ internal controls are adequate, based on an internal audit assessment.

Reforms to Correctional Service of Canada and the federal government to better support Correctional Program Officers. This includes ensuring staffing levels and workloads allow programs to be delivered effectively; improving training, mentorship, and career development opportunities; and, strengthening mental health and wellness supports for these employees. Refocusing Government Spending Initiative - advocacy to exclude cuts to the RCMP and other public safety federal departments and agencies Increased number of federal parole officers working in the community and in institutions Amendments to the Government Employees' Compensation Act (GECA) including: Proactive, inclusive legislation that recognizes the difficult work undertaken by thousands of federal public service employees working under the auspices of Public Safety, Justice and the Attorney General; A new compensation framework for federal employees that provides the same equitable and inclusive coverage no matter where the employee works in Canada; and Modify the definitions in GECA so that provinces and territories will be required to include all federal employees under presumptive injury legislation.