Joanne Lostracco

We are interested in speeding up the defence procurement cycle and to helping defence buyers purchase the right solution, from the right buyer, at the right price.

Discussing possible change of policy regarding biometrics collection Assist in securing and managing defence and coast guard contracts under the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS) and other procurement opportunities. Government Contract Pursued - ship repair and overhaul opportunities with the Government of Canada

Raysecur produces a technologically advanced mail screening system that could be used by various government departments such as Public Safety, Global Affairs as well as the Parliament of Canada. The objective of lobbying various government officials will be to acquaint them with the capabilities of the system.

Communications with public office holders regarding policies, regulations and programs affecting pharmaceutical pricing and reimbursement frameworks, including the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB), international reference pricing approaches, most-favoured-nation pricing policies and their impacts on investment, innovation, market access and the availability of medicines and health technologies in Canada. Communicating with the Government of Canada about Bill C-22 (An act respecting lawful access) Engaging with government to better understand the Defense Investment Agency and its potential impact on defense procurement policy and processes. Engaging with Government on the Defence Industrial Strategy and its implications on defense procurement. Communications with public office holders regarding the implementation of the Digital Services Tax Act, Online News Act, Online Streaming Act, including as it relates to regulations and conditions applicable to American corporations operating in Canada. Communications with public office holders regarding policies and initiatives to encourage trade between Canada and the United States, including with regard to the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Communicating with government officials regarding Bill formerly known as C-63, the Online Harms Act. Communicating with government officials about Bill formerly known as C-27 (Digital Charter Implementation Act, 2022), more specifically the creation of the Consumer Privacy Protection Act, the Personal Information and Data Protection Tribunal Act, and the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act Lawful access requirements of Electronic Service Providers as outlined in Bill C-2, "Strong Borders Act." Engaging in policy development related to data sovereignty and the storage, use, and control of Canadian data. Encouraging Canada to honour its NATO commitment and spend 2% of its GDP on National Defence, and no less than 20% a year on new equipment. Discussions with federal officials regarding the government’s proposed Buy Canada policy, including its potential impacts on cross-border trade, investment, and supply chains. Canada's contribution to Continental Defence, including future investments in NORAD modernization.

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.

Bill C-15 with respect to proposal to change the tax treatment on income earned by Canadian insurance companies on foreign property. Changes programs and policies to increase private sector infrastructure investment and attract foreign capital to Canada Standards for banking (open banking) and regulation of data processing including the use of artificial intelligence. Policies and programs related to Canada trade relations with other countries and Canada's economic competitiveness. Improve the Global Minimum Tax Act to promote international coordination and harmonization on timing and operation. Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions and the Supervision of Insurers and Banks in particular to improve the ability of Canadian companies to compete and grow outside of Canada. Insurance Companies Act and regulations to amend the Act to permit greater investment by insurers outside of the financial sector and to improve the ability of Canadian companies to compete and grow outside of Canada. Healthcare policy, specifically in relating to, employee benefits programs, including long-term disability, drug benefit plans and health data standards. Veterans Benefits including programs and policies that provide financial and other assistance to current and former members of the Canadian Armed Forces. Privacy, Human Rights and Insurance including the Privacy Act, Human Rights Act and the Canada Labour Code.

We are supporting the client for various procurement programs related to defence and security including the Canadian Surface Combatant Program, Arctic Over the Horizon Radar, Stinger and Javelin missiles as well as various other types of Air to Air and Air to Ground missiles.

Advancing procurement opportunities with the Government of Canada for aircraft related services. This includes with the RCAF, RCN, Transport Canada, Canadian Coast Guard, NRC, CANSOFCOM, RCMP, CBSA. Procurement opportunities include the MAPLE program, NSAP, MAISAR and AETE. Assist Voyageur to engage with government officials on the design and delivery of aircraft support services. This includes the RCAF, RCN, CANSOFCOM, RCMP, NRC, CBSA, Transport Canada, CCG.