Marc Mes

Seeking remission of federal duties to be paid or already paid on the purchase of foreign-built vessels. Proposed federal subsidy for the domestic transport of steel by rail Previously known as Bill C-549, National Marine Day Act: in respect of identifying a specific day each year to be officially recognized as Canada Marine Day. Policy and potential regulatory proposals regarding the construction and design of landing booms used on Canadian vessels. Policy, regulatory proposals and potential legislation dealing with ballast water and aquatic invasive species. Pilotage Act: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services Pacific Pilotage Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services Marine Navigation Services Fees: working towards reduction and eventual removal of government fees on industry Laurentian Pilotage Authority Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services Immigration and Refugee Protection Act: working towards changes that might make it less difficult and restrictive for more skilled shipping industry labour to work in the Great Lakes - Seaway marine transportation industry. Hazardous Materials Information Review Regulations: informing clients of the existing and potential status of the regulations, and assisting them representing their business interests through inclusion or exclusion of their commodities in the regulations. Great Lakes Pilotage Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services General Pilotage Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services EcoFreight Program: informing clients of the program and assisting them with application and approval process Discuss the need to prioritize marine-related investments, including through targeted programs such as the Trade Diversification Corridors Fund and Arctic Infrastructure Fund. Discuss the need for ice breakers to clear channels in the St. Lawrence Seaway, especially prior to the Seaway opening, so that vessels can safely get from port to port. Canadian Ice-Breaking capacity to support internal and coastal marine shipping Canadian Grain Act: working towards an efficient and cost-effective grain transportation system, especially as it pertains to the marine mode Canada Marine Act: working towards an efficient, safe, cost-effective marine transportation system, especially regarding Canada's ports and Seaway systems. Canada Labour Code: working towards ensuring Canadian labour laws are as pluralistic and democratic as possible, especially insofar as providing openness and fair competition to labour markets affecting shipping. Atlantic Pilotage Authority Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services

Discuss the regulatory publication governing safe embarkation and disembarkation processes between ships and shore in Canada. Discuss the impacts of U.S. proposed port fee contemplations for Canadian-flagged vessels arriving at U.S. ports. Discuss the need to prioritize marine-related investments, including through targeted programs such as the Trade Diversification Corridors Fund and Arctic Infrastructure Fund. Policy and potential regulatory proposals regarding the construction and design of landing booms used on Canadian vessels. Discuss the need for ice breakers to clear channels in the St. Lawrence Seaway, especially prior to the Seaway opening, so that vessels can safely get from port to port. Canadian Ice-Breaking capacity to support internal and coastal marine shipping Proposed federal subsidy for the domestic transport of steel by rail Seeking remission of federal duties to be paid or already paid on the purchase of foreign-built vessels. Previously known as Bill C-549, National Marine Day Act: in respect of identifying a specific day each year to be officially recognized as Canada Marine Day. Policy, regulatory proposals and potential legislation dealing with ballast water and aquatic invasive species. Pilotage Act: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services Pacific Pilotage Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services Marine Navigation Services Fees: working towards reduction and eventual removal of government fees on industry Laurentian Pilotage Authority Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services Immigration and Refugee Protection Act: working towards changes that might make it less difficult and restrictive for more skilled shipping industry labour to work in the Great Lakes - Seaway marine transportation industry. Hazardous Materials Information Review Regulations: informing clients of the existing and potential status of the regulations, and assisting them representing their business interests through inclusion or exclusion of their commodities in the regulations. Great Lakes Pilotage Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services General Pilotage Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services EcoFreight Program: informing clients of the program and assisting them with application and approval process Canadian Grain Act: working towards an efficient and cost-effective grain transportation system, especially as it pertains to the marine mode Canada Marine Act: working towards an efficient, safe, cost-effective marine transportation system, especially regarding Canada's ports and Seaway systems. Canada Labour Code: working towards ensuring Canadian labour laws are as pluralistic and democratic as possible, especially insofar as providing openness and fair competition to labour markets affecting shipping. Atlantic Pilotage Authority Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services

Federal climate, emissions reduction, and clean transportation initiatives affecting marine shipping, including the EcoFreight Program and Ballast Water Regulations under the Canada Shipping Act, 2001, with respect to aquatic invasive species management and marine decarbonization measures. Federal infrastructure and trade corridor programs, including the National Trade Corridors Fund and related supply chain resilience initiatives, with respect to funding eligibility, modernization of marine infrastructure, and support for Canada’s marine transportation system. Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and related federal labour mobility and workforce development programs, with respect to access to skilled marine transportation workers and work permit frameworks. Canada Labour Code and related federal labour policies, with respect to collective bargaining frameworks, labour market flexibility, and operational impacts on the marine shipping sector. Marine Navigation Services Fees and related federal cost recovery frameworks, including Treasury Board policies governing user fees and service standards, with respect to fee levels, methodologies, and economic impacts on the marine transportation sector. Pilotage Act and associated regulations, including the Atlantic, Laurentian, Great Lakes and Pacific Pilotage Authority Regulations and the General Pilotage Regulations, with respect to tariff setting, compulsory pilotage areas, certification requirements, and service standards affecting marine transportation efficiency and competitiveness. Canada Marine Act, with respect to governance, operational authorities, efficiency, and modernization of Canada Port Authorities and the Great Lakes–St. Lawrence Seaway system.

Canada Marine Act, with respect to governance, operational authorities, efficiency, and modernization of Canada Port Authorities and the Great Lakes–St. Lawrence Seaway system. Federal infrastructure and trade corridor programs, including the National Trade Corridors Fund and related supply chain resilience initiatives, with respect to funding eligibility, modernization of marine infrastructure, and support for Canada’s marine transportation system. Marine Navigation Services Fees and related federal cost recovery frameworks, including Treasury Board policies governing user fees and service standards, with respect to fee levels, methodologies, and economic impacts on the marine transportation sector. Federal climate, emissions reduction, and clean transportation initiatives affecting marine shipping, including the EcoFreight Program and Ballast Water Regulations under the Canada Shipping Act, 2001, with respect to aquatic invasive species management and marine decarbonization measures. Canada Labour Code and related federal labour policies, with respect to collective bargaining frameworks, labour market flexibility, and operational impacts on the marine shipping sector. Pilotage Act and associated regulations, including the Atlantic, Laurentian, Great Lakes and Pacific Pilotage Authority Regulations and the General Pilotage Regulations, with respect to tariff setting, compulsory pilotage areas, certification requirements, and service standards affecting marine transportation efficiency and competitiveness. Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and related federal labour mobility and workforce development programs, with respect to access to skilled marine transportation workers and work permit frameworks.

Support the meaningful participation of Inuit and Inuit Development Corporations in emerging and existing research and development and science programs related to Arctic and Northern security and defence, including enabling infrastructure and environmental sustainability. Support the meaningful participation of Inuit and Inuit Development Corporations in emerging and existing programs related to Arctic and Northern defence and security, including NORAD Modernization and Continental and Arctic Defence, including special purpose, dual-use and community infrastructure. Advocacy for opportunities for funding to support Inuit participation in business development opportunities that support Arctic and Northern security and defence and dual-use infrastructure Advocacy for new or improved federal policies and programs related to Arctic and Northern security and defence infrastructure and dual-use infrastructure, that support business development of Inuit Development Corporations, including with respect to revision of Federal Government Procurement policies for Indigenous businesses

Support the meaningful participation of Inuit and Inuit Development Corporations in emerging programs related to NORAD Modernization and Continental and Arctic Defence Seeking project funding to allow the Association to carry out research and internal coordination on specific arctic project activities. Seeking federal contribution or grant to support core 'funding' activities for Association, including staffing of an Executive Director position and presence in Ottawa. Secure funding to support Inuit participation in business development opportunities Advocacy for new or improved federal policies and programs that support business development of Inuit Development Corporations, including with respect to revision of Federal Government Procurement policies for Indigenous businesses

Our objective will be to provide assistance to Maerospace in its efforts to penetrate foreign markets with its high frequency surface wave radar, to assist it with export permit applications and to interact with government decision makers as required.

Accélérer la transition verte du secteur maritime en travaillant avec Transports Canada, ainsi que Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada et Finances Canada pour s’assurer que le secteur maritime est pris en compte lors de la création ou l’application de programmes d’investissements en infrastructures majeures. Travailler avec l’Agence du revenu du Canada, Finances Canada, Affaires mondiales et Commerce international pour mettre en place des conventions fiscales et autres mesures de taxes permettant aux entreprises canadiennes d’être plus compétitives lors de leur croissance à l’international. Supporter le renouvellement et la mise en oeuvre de l'Accord entre le Canada, les États-Unis d'Amérique et les États-Unis du Mexique afin de favoriser une stabilisation des relations commerciales et une harmonisation réglementaire entre le Canada et les États-Unis, deux des principaux marchés du Groupe CSL. Assurer une prise en compte et application efficace des mesures du Fonds pour la diversification des corridors commerciaux annoncé dans le Budget 2026 tels qu'appliquées au secteur maritime. Encourager le gouvernement fédéral à mettre en place des mesures favorisant le commerce inter-provinces et l'harmonisation des réglementations concernant le transport maritime entre ces mêmes provinces, notamment l'acceptation des normes des navires spécialisées en voyages à proximité du littoral, classe 2 à travers l'entiereté des agences réglementaires des Grands Lacs. Modification de l'application de l'Avis des douanes 25-11 : Décret imposant une surtaxe aux États-Unis (acier et aluminium, 2025), notamment pour ajuster le paragraphe 10 afin de renverser l’exception des marchandises classées sous le numéro tarifaire 9971.00.00. Travailler avec Transports Canada, Environnement et Changement climatique Canada, Infrastructure Canada et Finances Canada pour assurer une application efficace des mesures de L’accélérateur net zéro telles que définis dans le Budget 2021 à la section 5.1 et en modifiant les dispositions du Règlement sur les combustibles propres, en visant la création d'un système de décarbonisation maritime propre au Canada qui mise sur la production, la distribution et l'utilisation de carburants renouvelables, notamment le biodiésel. Travailler avec l'Agence de revenu du Canada et les autres ministères responsables pour définir et appliquer les dispositions de la Loi sur la tarification de la pollution causée par les gaz à effet de serre (L.C. 2018, ch. 12, art. 186) au secteur maritime, et faire reconnaitre le caractère distinct du transport maritime dans l'application de la loi. Supporter la mise en place des dispositions de la "Loi portant sur l'exécution de certaines dispositions du budget déposé au Parlement le 19 mars 2019 et mettant en oeuvre d'autres mesures", anciennement connu comme projet de loi C-97 de 2019. Nous visons notamment ce qui touche à la section 11 - Loi sur le pilotage. Nous comptons aussi travailler avec Transport Canada sur la mise en place des changements annoncés dans la Loi afin de rendre le secteur maritime canadien plus compétitif, dans le respect des expertises des pilotes. Obtenir les autorisations, dans le cadre de la Loi de 2001 sur la marine marchande du Canada, pour développer, tester et appliquer de nouvelles technologies visant à réduire l'émission de gaz à effets de serre (GES) dans le secteur du transport maritime. Encourager le ministre des Transports à utiliser les dispositions de la Loi de 2001 sur la marine marchande du Canada, notamment les sections 88(2) et 89(1), en conformité avec les autres lois en place et en collaboration avec les acteurs du milieu. Assurer le maintien des dispositions du Règlement sur les provisions de bord (DORS/96-40) telles qu'elles sont actuellement définies. Assurer le maintien d'un contexte d'opérations optimal lors de l'application du Règlement sur l'eau de ballast : DORS/2021-120 paru dans la Gazette du Canada, Partie II, volume 155, numéro 1

Workforce development - retention and recruitment - for the marine transportation sector New mandate for the Canadian Coast Guard under the Department of National Defence and need for a new Act to authorize and transition CCG to become Canada's maritime authority. Bill C-12's information sharing of intelligence data to support maritime single window and maritime domain awareness. Canada Border Services Agency with respect to the regulatory amendments under the Customs to streamline vessel conveyance reporting in a national maritime single window. To advance container examination capabilities with more non-intrusive technology. Seek improvements to expedite the issuance of visas to expedite crew changes in Canada and transfers of Internationally Trained Workers Seeking amendments to the Canada Marine Act with respect to the governance of Canadian port authorities. Labour availability and instability due to collective bargaining affecting the marine transportation sector. Review of the Canada Labour Code and Industrial Inquiry. Development of the National Supply Chain Strategy and proposals put forward for consideration by the National Supply Chain Office. The Pilotage Act and its implementation with respect to pilot certificates, compulsory areas, and safety management systems. Supporting green shipping corridors and funding opportunities to establish alternate fuels and shore power for domestic and international ocean carriers. Proposal to expand Canada's marine and coastal protected areas with respect to a target of 30% by 2030. Policies considered to establish oversight of anchorages outside of the jurisdiction of port authorities. Cargo, Fumigation & Tackle Regulations with respect to vessel inspections and the safety associated with the movement of cargo. Supporting best practices and streamlined inspections. Canadian Food Inspection Agency with respect to Plant Protection and export measures as they relate to vessel and cargo requirements and inspections. Canada Shipping Act 2001 with respect to its review and potential amendment to address concerns associated with marine safety, the management of vessel traffic, and marine pollution preparedness and prevention.

Discussions regarding temporary entry, business-visitor status, and work permit pathways for specialized technicians supporting cruise ship refits in Canadian ports. Marine Conservation, Routing & Noise - Engagement on marine conservation measures and operational policies under the Canada Shipping Act, Oceans Act, and Species at Risk Act (SARA). Including Southern Resident Killer Whale protection, underwater noise reduction, discussions surrounding the ECHO framework, evidence-based vessel routing and speed considerations, exclusion zones, and transit-lane shifts. Canada Oceans Act: pertaining to regulations for prevention of pollution from ships and as it relates to pollution prevention in the Canada Shipping Act Workplace Health & Security Act – ensure cruise ships meet requirements of Health Canada Cruise Ship Inspection Program with regard to compliance. Pilotage Authority Regulations governed under the Canada Marine Act and the Pilotage Act and its authorities – ensure fairness in fee structure Regulations for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships and for Dangerous Chemicals – with respect to all proposed amendments, more specifically regarding food waste and waste water. Seeking confirmation from the Government of Canada that crew work permits are not required on vessels involved in international itineraries and home porting in Canadian ports Marine Transportation Security Clearance Program (MTSCP) – regarding security clearance procedures to ensure program and personnel meet cruise ship needs for port activities. Marine Transportation Security Regulations – with respect to review of all proposed amendments Canada Border Services Agency – long range planning policies regarding access of passengers and crews at ports and airports to ensure efficiencies in processing of passengers Fisheries Act: pertaining to regulations for prevention of pollution from ships and as it relates to pollution prevention in the Canada Shipping Act

Guider le client dans ses démarches de représentation et de découverte pour l'aider à se positionner pour offrir un service optimal et adapter aux besoins. Soutenir les efforts du client dans ses démarches administratives liées au cabotage. Représenter les intérêts du Groupe Desgagnés auprès du gouvernement fédéral dans le cadre de ses opérations de navigation sous juridiction fédérale ainsi que le développement de ses affaires et sa conformité avec les lois et règlements fédéraux. Soutenir le client dans ses démarches pour l'obtention de visa de travail.

Support the meaningful participation of Inuit and Inuit Development Corporations in emerging and existing programs related to Arctic and Northern defence and security, including NORAD Modernization and Continental and Arctic Defence, including special purpose, dual-use and community infrastructure. Make Government aware of Inuit-owned corporations capabilities and interests related to NORAD Modernization program and related, yet to be defined, future procurements. Discuss with Government the Inuit benefit policies that may or will be applied to those procurements, including the Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) policy, the 5% target in Indigenous procurement policy, and the Nunavut Agreement.

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

The object of the lobbying will be to promote Volatus Aerospace Corp.'s established infrastructure and extensive fleet of aircraft, helicopters and remotely piloted aircraft systems to augment and enhance the real-time surveillance, monitoring and control of Canada's borders. Separate and apart from border surveillance, the lobbying will also entail the promotion of Volatus' capabilities to other federal government departments and agencies.