Laura Martin

To provide input related to plans to combat climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, as well as other policy initiatives including conservation, clean technology investments and renewable energy. To introduce Alectra's renewable energy projects to the federal government with the aim of identifying government grants, funding streams or any other relevant avenue in which Alectra's renewable projects may be considered for financial support. To advocate for changes to the definition of tax-exempt entities under the Federal Income Tax Act to allow for increased investment into the electricity sector.

To discuss and support government initiatives related to critical infrastructure resilience, cybersecurity, digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and resilient energy infrastructure modernization. Discussions regarding Immigration program considerations related to manufacturing labour shortages, including coordinating with provinces and the inclusion of manufacturing National Occupation Classifications (NOC) in federal pathways to permanent residency and regional workforce needs. Discussions regarding energy transition legislation, federal investment tax credits and regulations. To explore areas of alignment and compatibility with federal policies and programs in the context of deploying temporary and permanent modular housing, including medium density housing, workforce housing, affordable housing, and community infrastructure. Pursuing international trade and expanding markets for infrastructure development. Federal policies and programs with respect to transition to a lower carbon energy system, renewable energy, and energy infrastructure. Discussions regarding provision of buildings, camps, and logistical services. Discussions regarding federal frameworks with regards to the environment, including climate change and air pollutant regulation.

Discussions regarding the safe and reliable operation of Enbridge’s liquids pipelines, natural gas pipelines, and utilities and power assets. Discussions regarding projects, expansions, optimizations, and changes to tolling arrangements relating to Enbridge’s liquids pipelines, natural gas pipelines, and utilities and power assets. Discussions regarding policy developments on Indigenous engagement, consultation and economic inclusion. Discussions regarding market access for energy products, maintaining the integrated North American energy market, Canada-U.S. trade and cross-border issues and Canadian energy exports to other jurisdictions. Discussions regarding climate policies and initiatives, including the federal carbon charge, the Clean Fuel Standard, methane regulations, and the output-based pricing system, as well as policy supports for innovations that reduce greenhouse gas emissions (including Renewable Natural Gas, Compressed Natural Gas, CCUS, hydrogen and power-to-gas). Discussions regarding Canadian competitiveness, including on regulatory efficiency, as it pertains to environmental assessments and climate policies and taxation. Discussions and feedback regarding regulatory efficiency, including environmental assessments, the federal carbon charge, the Clean Fuel Standard, methane regulations, Clean Electricity Regulations, and the output-based pricing system.

Discussions with the Government of Canada about the announced funding opportunities for CCUS and/or hydrogen project proposals Discussions concerning exports of hydrogen and/or hydrogen carriers from Western Canada Regulatory efficiency – discussion reading the government’s approach towards streamlining regulatory process as they related to large energy infrastructure projects and pipelines. Pan-Canadian energy strategy – discussions regarding the development of a national energy strategy, Canada’s role in the North American and global energy markets, US-Canada energy and trade relations and other trade related issues. Market access and competitiveness - discussion regarding the government’s approach to opening new markets for Canadian oil and gas resources and related products to ensure full market value for Canadian hydrocarbons and other projects as yet in the proposal stage. Discussions related to the implementation of federal environmental assessment and environmental protection legislation. Discussions regarding the competitiveness of Canada’s energy sector, particularly related to pipelines and midstream energy issues, including environmental protection and safety, Indigenous engagement, federal procurement decisions, and sector investment. Discussions and updates related to Pembina’s projects in BC West Coast, such as the Prince Rupert propane export terminal, and Cedar liquified natural gas export terminal. Climate change policies with respect to considerations for greenhouse gas reduction targets, cap and trade and carbon pricing provisions. Clean Fuel Standard – discussions and input related to the development of the Clean Fuel Standard regulations.

Discussions surrounding the development of additional crude oil pipeline egress on B.C.'s West Coast Pan-Canadian energy strategy – discussions regarding the development of a national energy strategy, Canada’s role in the North American and global energy markets, US-Canada energy and trade relations and other trade related issues, including tariffs Discussions regarding the implementation of grants and investment tax credits for energy transition projects, such as carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS). Discussions and updates related to Pembina’s export projects in BC West Coast, such as the Prince Rupert propane export terminal, Vancouver wharves, and Cedar liquified natural gas (LNG) export terminal. Clean Fuel Regulations – discussions and input related to the implementation of the Clean Fuel Regulations and compliance pathways. Discussions around enabling policy and incentives for data centres and accompanying power generation Regulatory efficiency – discussions regarding the government’s approach towards streamlining regulatory process as they related to large energy infrastructure projects and pipelines. Market access and competitiveness - discussion regarding the government’s approach to opening new markets for Canadian oil and gas resources and related products to ensure full market value for Canadian hydrocarbons and other projects as yet in the proposal stage. Discussions related to the implementation of federal environmental assessment and environmental protection legislation. Discussions regarding the competitiveness of Canada’s energy sector, particularly related to pipelines and midstream energy issues, including environmental protection and safety, Indigenous engagement, federal procurement decisions, and sector investment. Climate change policies with respect to considerations for greenhouse gas reduction targets, cap and trade and carbon pricing provisions.

Discussions with the Government of Canada about the announced funding opportunities for CCUS and/or hydrogen project proposals. Regulatory efficiency – discussion reading the government’s approach towards streamlining regulatory process as they related to large energy infrastructure projects and pipelines. Pan-Canadian energy strategy – discussions regarding the development of a national energy strategy, Canada’s role in the North American and global energy markets, US-Canada energy and trade relations and other trade related issues. Market access and competitiveness - discussion regarding the government’s approach to opening new markets for Canadian oil and gas resources and related products to ensure full market value for Canadian hydrocarbons and other projects as yet in the proposal stage. Market access and competitiveness - discussion regarding the government’s approach to opening new markets for Canadian oil and gas resources and related products to ensure full market value for Canadian hydrocarbons and other projects as yet in the proposal stage. Discussions related to the implementation of federal environmental assessment and environmental protection legislation. Discussions regarding the competitiveness of Canada’s energy sector, particularly related to pipelines and midstream energy issues, including environmental protection and safety, Indigenous engagement, federal procurement decisions, and sector investment. Discussions and updates related to Pembina’s projects in BC West Coast, such as the Prince Rupert propane export terminal, and Pembina’s proposed US West Coast Jordan Cove LNG export terminal. Climate change policies with respect to considerations for greenhouse gas reduction targets, cap and trade and carbon pricing provisions. Clean Fuel Standard – discussions and input related to the development of the Clean Fuel Standard regulations. This includes providing input through CEPA organized events.

Engagement with the government on encouraging Canadian green energy production and export such as Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and hydrogen as ammonia, and working to overcome barriers to market entry for Canada. Support increased funding to the National Trade Corridors Fund and encourage the federal government to prioritize infrastructure particularly related to energy diversification and/or projects that benefit Indigenous communities Raising awareness of Trigon's role in the West Coast economy, its contribution to Canada’s export goals and its importance as a source of employment and economic strength in the regional community, including with its Indigenous partners.

Set up meetings to raise awareness of Trigon's role in the West Coast economy, its contribution to Canada’s export goals and its importance as a source of employment and economic strength in the regional community, including with its Indigenous partners. Engagement with the government on encouraging Canadian low carbon energy production and export.

Decarbonization strategies (for example CCUS, hydrogen, transportation, low-carbon fuels, LNG) - Inform development and implementation of strategies and promote alignment with other jurisdictions’ strategies and policies. Timely fiscal and regulatory policies and programs to advance energy transition and diversification. Consideration of both future supply and demand. Timely and risk-based regulatory permitting processes for decarbonization projects. Efficient project approvals and regulatory processes. Competitiveness and enabling of decarbonization pathways. Standing Committee on International Trade, Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement - Coordination in joint efforts. Acceleration of trade treaty. Emphasizing importance of access to markets and security of supply for our products. Competition Act - Seeking to understand proposed changes. Clear guideline with broad scope of recognition for internationally recognized standards. CCUS, clean technology and hydrogen investment tax credits, Clean Growth Fund, Clean Fuels Fund, and other fiscal frameworks to support low carbon fuels and products – Timely fiscal and regulatory policies and programs to advance energy transition and diversification, including gaseous and liquid fuels and their carriers. Clear application & eligibility requirements, broadening of fund scope. Competitiveness of Canadian energy transition infrastructure investment. Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations – Clear and efficient administration. Response Organizations Regulation - Updates to the regulation are consistent with other requirements and risk-based. Reduction in the Release of Volatile Organic Compounds (Storage and Loading of Volatile Petroleum Liquids) Regulations, reduction of benzene releases from gasoline stations, Base-Level Industrial Emissions Requirements – Advocating that regulatory policies and programs are feasible. Output-Based Pricing System Regulations - Development of federal offset system protocols, recognition of high performers and linking of offset systems. Offshore Renewable Energy Regulations Initiative – Inform development of ORER to support effective and responsible growth of Canada's offshore renewable energy industry. Net Zero Emissions Accountability Act and other climate policies/regulations including Emission Reduction Plans, Clean Electricity Regulation, oil and gas emissions cap, methane, Zero-Emission Vehicle Mandate, cross border carbon adjustment, carbon markets and interprovincial linkage, Internationally Transferred Mitigation Outcomes (ITMOs) and regional tables – Inform development of timely fiscal and regulatory policies and programs to advance a competitive energy transition. The future Canadian energy mix and the potential pathways. Multi-Sector Air Pollutants Regulations - Feasible interpretation of testing requirements. Measurement Canada Bulletin V-30 - Streamlining of reporting requirements. Impact of OECD Pillar I initiative on Extractives Industry and Canadian economy – Seeking to align Indirect Tax data with OECD’s proposed requirements. Fuel Charge Regulation (Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act) - Addressing gaps in legislation including treatment of buyback scenarios, product conversion factors, administration of federal fuel charge certificates, clarification of rules and implementation of heating oil relief to customers, and interpretation on the application of federal fuel charge and federal excise taxes on certain products. Fiscal and regulatory policies and programs to enable electrification of resource development activities. Excise Tax Act: Embedded Federal Excise Tax - Seeking to simplify processes and broaden eligibility. Customs Act: Valuation for Duty Regulations - Seeking to ensure no unintended consequences of increasing tax and administrative burden on Canadian registered and resident importers/taxpayers result from proposed amendments. Customs Accounting and Revenue Management (CARM) - Seeking to ensure proposed changes the

Energy Security & Supply Resilience - Development and modernization of federal legislation, regulations, policies and programs to strengthen Canada's energy security and fuel supply resilience, including potential amendments to the Energy Supplies Emergency Act. Output-Based Pricing System Regulations & federal benchmarking criteria - Development of federal offset system protocols. Recognition of high performers and linking of offset systems. Stable and predictable carbon pricing system. Competitiveness considerations. Excise Tax Act – Seeking clear, efficient, and practical administration of excise tax requirements, including relief mechanisms, minimization of administrative burden, and avoidance of unintended tax impacts. Tax measures – Seeking clear, efficient, and internationally aligned tax policies, regulations, and reporting requirements. Advocating for practical implementation, administrative certainty, regulatory harmonization across government departments, and minimization of administrative burden. Customs Act, Customs Tariff, Valuation for Duty Regulations, Customs Accounting and Revenue Management (CARM), tariffs and related trade measures – Seeking practical, efficient, and fiscally feasible implementation of customs and trade requirements, including appropriate tariff, surtax, remission, and exclusion relief mechanisms, while minimizing administrative burden and unintended cost impacts. Transportation - Considerations for competitiveness of Canadian shippers. Emphasizing importance of efficient access to markets, security of supply for products, and potential implications of tariffs. Streamlined compliance processes and safety standards requirements. Canadian Environmental Protection Act – Streamlined and efficient regulatory processes, reporting requirements, and information gathering initiatives. Reduction of regulatory and reporting duplication. Feasible implementation of a Right to a Healthy Environment. International and Inter-Provincial Trade: Predictable, diversified and open trade markets. Clear and pragmatic Canada-United States-Mexico trade agreement (CUSMA) compliance requirements. Preservation of CUSMA as currently structured. Clean Fuel Regulations – Efficient implementation. Compliance pathways that recognize emissions reduction actions and projects. Feasible requirements. Reduction in the Release of Volatile Organic Compounds (Storage and Loading of Volatile Petroleum Liquids) Regulations, reduction of benzene releases from gasoline stations, Base-Level Industrial Emissions Requirements – Advocating that regulatory policies and programs are feasible and science-based. Practical implementation. Fuel quality - Increase efficiency/streamline regulatory requirements through consolidation of the five federal fuel regulations. CCUS, clean technology and hydrogen investment tax credits, Clean Growth Fund, Clean Fuels Fund, and other fiscal frameworks to support low carbon fuels and products – Timely, predictable, and feasible fiscal and regulatory policies and programs to advance energy transition and diversification, including gaseous and liquid fuels and their carriers. Clear application & eligibility requirements, broadening of fund scope. Competitiveness of Canadian energy transition infrastructure investment. Net Zero Emissions Accountability Act and other climate policies/regulations including Emission Reduction Plans, Clean Electricity Regulation, oil and gas emissions cap, methane, Zero-Emission Vehicle Mandate, cross border carbon adjustment, carbon markets and interprovincial linkage, Internationally Transferred Mitigation Outcomes (ITMOs) and regional tables – Timely, predictable, and feasible regulatory policies and programs to advance a competitive energy transition. The future Canadian energy mix and the potential pathways. Opportunities and fiscal incentives for emissions reductions and low-carbon solutions. Competition Act - Seeking to understand new requirements. Clear guidelines and prag

"Hydrogen Related Incentives" On behalf of the client, I will be advocating to various departments and agencies to promote hydrogen production and carbon capture and storage (CCS) in Alberta. In addition, I will be pursing various department and agencies to adopt hydrogen and CCS incentives.

Policies, regulations and programs regarding zero emissions vehicles and the use of hydrogen in transportation applications, the supply of hydrogen and equipment for hydrogen fueling stations, including technology relating to compression, storage and dispensing. Engaging government regarding support for clean hydrogen production and emissions reductions, including the proposed Clean Hydrogen Investment Tax Credit and the Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage Investment Tax Credit.

To advocate for and funding support to advanced clean technologies related to the oil and gas sector.

Connect representatives in the CEIC with government officials to discuss the regulatory processes, tax treatment, and infrastructure funding related to a new Indigenous-owned natural gas pipeline and LNG terminal that is being constructed in British Columbia.

Advocating for government support of the Eskay Revitalization Project.

Advocating for government support of the Eskay Revitalization Project