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James Cudmore

Chief of Staff, National Defence (DND)51 communications in the past year

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AtkinsRéalis

3

To discuss international project financing opportunities in engineering, construction management, large project delivery and financing, infrastructure and energy. Engagement with the federal government on the Defence Industrial Strategy, defence-related infrastructure projects and other government priorities related to defence and security, such as the development of a domestic defence industrial base, developing sovereign defence capabilities and defending the Arctic.

Engagement with the federal government on the Defence Industrial Strategy, defence-related infrastructure projects and other governemnt priorities related to defence and security, such as the development of a domestic defence industrial base, developing sovereign defence capabilities and defending the Artic. To discuss international project financing opportunities in engineering, construction management, large project delivery and financing, infrastructure and energy Global Affairs Canada (GAC) re engagement and support support of Canadian business abroad by the trade commissioners service. Support broadly for bilateral, regional and multilateral trade and services liberalization agreements as well as nuclear cooperation and other permits. This also includes policy support for Canada Account as well as Export Credit Financing. Federal nuclear policy related to large conventional nuclear reactors as well as small modular reactors. This includes financial and other contribution for the design of nuclear reactor technologies. Transportation -- Existing and future course of action associated with delivery of infrastructure projects. Support the federal government's priorities in the health sector. Recommendations on Federal policy re nuclear power development in Ontario, as well as in other Canadian provinces and territories. Nuclear Cooperation Agreements governing nuclear power services exports/trade to countries, inclusive of small modular reactor and new and existing reactor development globally. Infrastructure funding at the federal level, inclusive of the National Infrastructure Assessment, and new approaches to structure large infrastructure projects. Immigration policy with respect to improved business travel visa services; Foreign policies as they affect trade; maintaining and increasing diplomatic resources in various foreign markets; Federal priorities in the Canadian Mining and Energy sectors. Federal government priorities on transitioning to a lower carbon environment in Canada. Federal Budgets -- support for framework economic policies that support business development, economic growth and job creation, including infrastructure spending and renewal, innovation policy, support for the manufacturing sector, policy changes related to white collar crime, tax policy, regulatory policy, international development and trade, support for the trade commissioner service Efficient approval processes for major resources (energy, mining and metallurgy) projects

Teneo

Saab Canada

3

Defence: lobbying activities will include discussions, briefing and presentations on Defence and Civil Security related programs. These include, but are not limited to, aerospace programs, maritime/naval programs, land domain programs, training and simulation programs, research and development and civil security related activities Government Procurement: lobbying activities will include discussions and briefings with the relevant Ministers and members of committees with responsibilities associated with government procurement as it relates to defence and civil security related programs. This is not intended to include any requests for government funding. Economic Development: lobbying activity will include briefings, presentations and discussions associated with the Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) policy as it relates to defence and civil security programs. The ITB policy is a key evaluated component of many of the federal government programs that Saab competes in, and as such information on the means through which the company aims to address its ITB obligations is worthy of discussion with the relevant government authorities.

Aecon Group

2

Ensuring that current and updated information surrounding the development and execution of public infrastructure initiatives are communicated with public office holders.

Infrastructure projects with respect to Aecon's role as a construction and infrastructure development company.

Vantage Canada

Aerospace Industries Association of Canada

2

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

Airbus Helicopters Canada

2

Taxation Policy; Impact of the Luxury Tax on personal aircraft on the helicopter industry Government Contract Pursued: Contract with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) concerning the renewal of their rotary wing aircraft fleet. Government Contract Pursued: Contract with National Defence concerning the Next Tactical Aviation Capability Set (NTACS) project. Government Contract Pursued: Contract with National Defence concerning the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) project. Government Contract Pursued: Contract with Fisheries and Oceans Canada concerning the Canadian Coast Guard's Polar Helicopter project. Defence Industry Productivity Program; On-going management of Airbus Helicopters Canada's Source Establishment Contract with the Government of Canada

Seeking opportunities related to the defense investment plan and budget. US - Canada strategy related to effective and / or potential restrictions on Canadian exports to the US and US imports to Canada. Contract with Fisheries and Ocean Canada concerning the Canadian Coast Guard's Polar Helicopter project. Taxation Policy; Impact of the Luxury Tax on personal aircraft on the helicopter industry Contract with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) concerning the renewal of their rotary wing aircraft fleet. Contract with National Defence concerning the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) project. Defence Industry Productivity Program; on-going management of Airbus Helicopters Canada’s Source Establishment Contract with the Government of Canada Contract with National Defence concerning the Next Tactical Aviation Capability Set (NTACS) project.

Airbus Canada Limited Partnership

Ammolux S.A.

2

The lobbying activity on behalf of Ammolux S.A. is in relation to a proposed project with the Office of The Minister of Defense for Procurement. This is for the proposed construction of a small calibre ammunition facility in Canada to cover all military grade ammunition needs currently in use with the Canadian Armed Forces (9mm - 12.7mm). This will provide Canada with full sovereign ammunition production and no longer be reliant to purchase said ammunition for the Canadian Armed Forces from companies based in the United States of America.

Bombardier

2

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.

Dominion Dynamics

2

Economic development of the Arctic region with respect to transportation and dual-use infrastructure to meet Canada's defence requirements in the North. Potential purchase and deployment of the company's technologies, including the company's dual-use, persistent Arctic sensing systems Potential contributions of Canadian-controlled defense companies to Canadian sovereignty and economic prosperity Implementation parameters of the recently announced Defense Industrial Strategy

EarthDaily Analytics

2

Communicating with government officials about potential government funding or financial benefits for geospatial intelligence systems, artificial intelligence ("AI") systems and satellite systems. Communicating with government officials about potential investments in (and contracts for) geospatial intelligence systems, artificial intelligence ("AI") systems and satellite systems, including for uses related to climate change, infrastructure, security and emergency management.

Alar Strategy Group

Goodyear Canada

2

Advocacy for funding to support new redevelopment project of current facility.

Communicating with government officials about potential government funding, including funding under the Strategic Innovation Fund ("SIF"), now referred to as the Strategic Response Fund ("SRF"), for redevelopment initiatives. Communicating with government officials, in general, about opportunities and challenges facing the manufacturing sector in Canada.

Crestview Strategy

Recent activity

Aug 4, 2026
Jul 15, 2026
Aidan Gomez contacted James Cudmore on behalf of Cohere
Jul 14, 2026
David Pratt contacted James Cudmore on behalf of Maerospace
Jun 23, 2026
Jun 22, 2026
David Pratt contacted James Cudmore on behalf of Evertz
Jun 17, 2026
Ian Krepps contacted James Cudmore on behalf of Thales Canada
Jun 8, 2026
Jun 4, 2026
Leo Mroz contacted James Cudmore on behalf of Saab Canada
Jun 1, 2026
Leo Mroz contacted James Cudmore on behalf of Saab Canada
May 29, 2026
May 27, 2026
Leo Mroz contacted James Cudmore on behalf of Saab Canada
May 25, 2026
May 13, 2026
May 12, 2026
May 7, 2026
David Pratt contacted James Cudmore on behalf of Hensoldt
Apr 30, 2026
Apr 24, 2026
Apr 23, 2026
Apr 20, 2026
David Pratt contacted James Cudmore on behalf of Marmen
Apr 16, 2026
Apr 15, 2026
Apr 14, 2026
Apr 9, 2026
Éric Martel contacted James Cudmore on behalf of Bombardier