Joanne Garrah

Seek to improve fisheries management under DFO Advocate for stability of access and allocation shares as the Government fulfills its Indigenous relations obligations and works to increase Indigenous participation in fisheries. Participate in regulatory consultations under the Fisheries Act. Advocate for economic and innovation supports to achieve industry growth vision. Advocate for free trade and work with officials to address non-tariff barriers as they arise. Advocate for balancing marine conservation with sustainable use as the Government of Canada works towards its marine conservation targets. Participate in regulatory consultations under Oceans Act, National Marine Conservation Areas Act, and Fisheries Act. Advocate for Canada's ratification of the UK's accession to The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) Advocate for food security, science and innovation, and the healthy benefits of fish and seafood for the Canadian public. Seek improved fisheries science with DFO. Represent members’ interests in development of regulations under the Fisheries Act Discuss Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) program and permanent residency for foreign workers Maintain communications with International trade partners and potential partners. Advocate for better inclusion of the fish and seafood sector in the Temporary Foreign Workers program.

Advocate greater transparency in Canada’s fisheries Advocate for Canada to sign on to the global Mombasa Declaration Federal support for plastic alternatives and reuse policies. Policies to support a circular economy in Canada. Advocating for harmful chemicals to be eliminated from plastics used in food packaging. Advocating for harmful chemicals to be eliminated from plastics used in food packaging. Funding to co-ordinate refill options at FIFA 2026 Advocating for modernizing the Fisheries Act and policies to be inclusive of Indigenous Knowledge Systems, ecosystem-approaches and climate change. Advocate for the implementation of the precautionary approach framework for forage fish stocks. Advocate for the batching of certain stocks under the new rebuilding regulations and implementing rebuilding plans. Improved transparency and traceability in the seafood value chain in Canada to combat seafood fraud (defined as any activity that misrepresents the product that is being purchased) through improved labelling and documentation, traceability verification measures and greater consumer information. Advocating for the public availability of information regarding fish stock targets and limits through annual reports. Advocating for sustainable fisheries decisions. Advocating for regulations on recycled content for certain plastic manufactured items. Advocating for improvement to fisheries and shipping measures that will protect North Atlantic right whales. This includes changes to regulations under the Fisheries Act and Canada Shipping Act. Advocate for the creation of a registry for plastic manufactured items. Advocate for marine protected areas.

Increase support and funding on issues related to global migration and forced displacement, including on operational responses to new arrivals in Canada. Engage in governmental dialogue on issues related to international humanitarian law (IHL), with specific reference to ensuring the protection of populations experiencing increased vulnerabilities and the delivery of humanitarian assistance during times of armed conflict. Build support and obtain grant funding for community service organizations in Canada. Build support for health and public initiatives, including but not limited to supports targeted to mental health and seniors. Increase support and investment in diverse programming for indigenous communities, including preparedness, risk reduction, emergency response and recovery. Secure investments in readiness for all-hazard response, including health emergencies and public health crises in Canada and around the world.

Proposed amendments to the Pest Control Products Regulations with respect to The Regulations Amending the Pest Control Products Regulations (Strengthening the Regulation of Pest Control Products in Canada). Wildlife Policy for Canada with respect to the health and diversity of Canada's wildlife and ecosystems Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act with respect to the use of the act to control the movement of invasive species across provincial borders The Next Agricultural Policy Framework with respect to environmentally sustainable agriculture Species at Risk Act with respect to supporting research and projects focused on the recovery of species at risk, the implementation of SARA, Boreal Caribou recovery Public Outreach, raising awareness encouraging personal action, and connecting Canadians with nature programs with respect to implementing programs. This will include requesting funding from ECCC and Parks Canada for encouraging personal actions to conserve nature and reduce climate impacts. Oceans Act, Ocean Action Plan, Action Plan for Clean Water, Fisheries Act, Canadian Environmental Protection Act, Canada Water Act, Proposed Wastewater Systems Effluent Regulations with respect to water quality issues Ocean Protection Program with respect to implementation. This will include requesting funding from DFO for ocean and coastline habitat conservation. National Wildlife Disease Strategy in respect of diseases affecting wildlife National Wildlife Areas Act in regards to implementation National Conservation Plan with respect to input in the development of policy. National Animal Health Strategy in respect of wildlife and ecosystem health Migratory Birds Convention Act with respect to incidental take of migratory birds, bird conservation region plans, and effects of wind power on migratory birds Marine Mammal Response Program with respect to implementation. This will include encouraging funding from DFO for organizations that rescue entangled whales. Hinterland Who's Who Program with respect to implementation. This will include funding from ECCC to improve environmental literacy and awareness of Canada's wildlife. Green Infrastructure Program with respect to implementation and wildlife and habitat conservation. This will include requesting funding from ECCC for habitat conservation, restoration and help mitigate effects of climate change. Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Seaway Plan 1958-D in respect to returning the seaway to a healthier and more biologically diverse ecosystem Fisheries Act with respect to implementation of the Fish Protection Program. This will include requesting funding from DFO for habitat conservation and restoration. FISHERIES ACT AMENDMENTS - Fisheries Act, in respect of habitat provisions, public access and public consultations Environmental Assessment Act with respect to potential impacts on fish & wildlife CRA policy with respect to political activities by charities; changes to policy or programs with respect to "B" Corps. Community Pasture Program with respect to wildlife and habitat conservation Climate Change: Action on Climate Change - Impacts & Adaptation Program with respect to mitigation and adaptation relating to climate change and its effects on wildlife and habitat. Canadian Conservation Corps and Wild Outside programs with respect to experiential environmental education and training . This will include requesting funding from ESDC. Canada Shipping Act with respect to the ballast water regulations for reducing aquatic species introductions Budget with respect to environment and wildlife conservation Biodiversity - Wildlife & Habitat Program with regard to implementation. This will include requesting funding from ECCC and DFO for habitat restoration and conservation. AQUACULTURE - Canada's policy for the Conservation of Wild Pacific Salmon, Fisheries Act and Canadian Environmental Assessment Act in respect to deposit and accummulation of deliterio

Integration of environment and human rights obligations in Canadian trade policy, negotiations and implementation statutes Modernizing BC commercial fisheries: licensing and quota Building out interprovincial clean electricity grid and economy-wide electrification Maintaining strong federal environmental laws, regulations, standards and safeguards, and avoiding regression Strengthening and finalizing of the proposed Oil and Gas Sector Greenhouse Gas Emissions Cap Regulations Strengthening the regulations Respecting Reduction in the Release of Methane and Certain Volatile Organic Compounds (Upstream Oil and Gas Sector) Addressing gaps in regulation of BC aquaculture - federal role Implementation of the Clean Electricity Regulations, the Federal Clean Electricity Strategy and other policies related to achieving a zero-emissions electricity system Full implementation of recent amendments to the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, and decisions under the Act Implementation of the Species at Risk Act Strengthening environmental protection in decisions under the Pest Control Products Act and Pest Control Products Regulations, and related activities of the Pest Management Regulatory Agency Development of the national strategy Respecting Environmental Racism and Environmental Justice and establishment of Office of Environmental Justice Protecting the environment and respecting Indigenous and human rights obligations in the implementation of the One Canadian Economy Act Banning fossil fuel advertising Input to fish stocks prescribed to the fish stocks provisions of Fisheries Act Input to national strategy for implementing ecosystem approach to fisheries management Advancing sustainable forestry and repair of forest degradation Supporting Indigenous-led conservation and governance Implementation of Canada’s Electric Vehicle Availability Standard High level input on climate and energy policy and governance Expanding prohibitions on non-essential single-use plastics Advocating for Canada to be a leader in negotiations of the Global Agreement on Plastics Advocating for Canada to be a leader in international meetings on climate change. Introduction and passage of a Nature Accountability Bill Implementation of the Northern Shelf Bioregion Marine Protected Area Network Implementation of Pacific Salmon Strategy Initiative Implementation of 2030 Nature Strategy and Global Biodiversity Framework, including budget measures (resourcing). Strengthening Canada's industrial carbon pricing system (Output-Based Pricing System Regulations) Implementation of the Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act, including setting ambitious emissions reduction targets and developing and implementing robust emission reduction plans. Ending public financing for fossil fuels Control of plastic waste exports under proposed amendments to Cross-Border Movement of Hazardous Waste and Hazardous Recyclable Material Regulations, and ratification of the Basel Ban Amendment Advancing proposal to tax the excess profits of oil and gas companies to help finance climate adaptation and energy affordability measures. Proposal to add the class of PFAS, excluding fluoropolymers, on Part 2 of Schedule 1 of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act. Comprehensive public policy reform to protect the environment and well-being, now and for the future. Adoption of the Green Budget Coalition recommendations in the federal Budget and budget bill

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.

United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change-Kyoto protocol The Government of Canada is required to: prepare a Climate Change Plan; prepare a statement on GHG emissions; and ensure that Canada meets its obligations under the Kyoto Protocol The mission of the Green Budget Coalition is to present an analysis of the most pressing issues regarding environmental sustainability in Canada and to make a consolidated annual set of recommendations to the federal government regarding strategic fiscal and budgetary opportunities. Species at Risk Act The purposes of this Act are to prevent wildlife species from being extirpated or becoming extinct, to provide for the recovery of wildlife species that are extirpated, endangered or threatened as a result of human activity and to manage species of special concern to prevent them from becoming endangered or threatened. Secured funding from Canadian International Development Agency Partnership Branch Funding for projects in the Americas Oceans Act WHEREAS Canada holds that conservation, based on an ecosystem approach, is of fundamental importance to maintaining biological diversity and productivity in the marine environment National Parks Act and Canada National Marine Conservation Areas Act Maintenance or restoration of ecological integrity, through the protection of natural resources and natural processes, shall be the first priority of the Minister when considering all aspects of the management of parks and marine conservation areas. Migratory Bird Convention Act This Act and its complementary Regulations ensure the conservation of migratory bird populations by regulating potentially harmful human activities. Metal Mining Effluent Regulation Seeking regulatory change to strengthen processes by which the owner or operator of a mine can obtain the Government's approval to deposit a deleterious substance into a natural water body or a tailings impoundment area that is added to Schedule 2 of the Regulations. Great Lakes Fisheries Convention Act An Act to implement a Convention on Great Lakes Fisheries between Canada and the United States Federal Marine Protected Areas sestablished under the Oceans Act to ensure the conservation and protection of species at risk and their habitats, the conservation and protection of unique habitats, and the conservation and protection of marine areas of high biodiversity or high biological productivity. Convention on Biodiversity To promote the conservation of biodiversity, the sustainable use of its components, and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising out of the utilization of genetic resources Canadian Wildlife Act and Complimentary Regulations. The Act allows for the creation, management and protection of wildlife areas for wildlife research activities, or for conservation or interpretation of wildlife, seeking regulatory and legislative change to strengthen the prohibitions in the Act. Canadian Environmental Protection Act. CEPA regulates toxins and 'animate products of biotechnology'. We are seeking to ensure the Act adequately protects biodiversity from toxins and other harmful products. Canadian Environmental Assessment Act to ensure that projects are considered in a careful and precautionary manner before federal authorities take action in connection with them, in order to ensure that such projects do not cause significant adverse environmental effects