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Mary Gregory

Associate Assistant Deputy Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)0 communications in the past year

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Aerospace Industries Association of Canada

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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

Volkswagen AG

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Development of manufacturing plant, supply chain, labour force and training programs; Strategic Innovation Fund; Investigation of other potential financial incentives, programs or policies

Bombardier

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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.

MDA SPACE

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Discussions related to corporate taxation, SR&ED and ITCs Discussions related to funding for technology development and research and development (R&D) involving space, maritime, aerospace and defence initiatives Discussions relating to intellectual property protection Discussions related to achievement of Indigenous Participation Plans Discussions related to timely, streamlined immigration approvals for skilled talent recruitment Promoting MDA CHORUS to address government need for Earth observation data Discussions relating to spectrum policy, applications and auctions, broadband regulations, satellite band interference, satellite registration and modernization of space regulations Discussions relating to defence export promotion and international cooperation agreements Seeking coverage of space infrastructure as part of Canada’s critical infrastructure strategy Discussions relating industrial security, security clearances, controlled goods and export permits Discussions relating to Strategic Partnerships, the Buy Canadian Policy and the Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) program Discussions relating to international trade agreements Advocacy for a commitment to, or funding for, policies and programs related to space (civil, defence and commercial) and non-space initiatives Discussions related to amendments to space regulations including the Remote Space Systems Sensing Act (RSSSA), the development of a National Space Act, and coverage of currently unregulated space capabilities (In-space Servicing, Assembly and Manufacturing, Launch) Advocating for the modernization of Canada’s space regulatory framework for Earth observation, telecommunications, in-space servicing, assembly and manufacturing, and launch Discussions relating to national defence programs to reinforce national security priorities using space and non-space technology Discussions relating to current and future space and defence programs such as satellite connectivity, Earth observation, communications and space exploration missions

Amazon Web Services Canada

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Communicating with the Government of Canada about Bill C-8 (An Act respecting cyber security, amending the Telecommunications Act and making consequential amendments to other Acts). Communicating with the Government of Canada about Bill C-22 (An Act respecting lawful access) Communicating with the Government of Canada about Bill formerly known as C-27 (Digital Charter Implementation Act, 2022), more specifically the creation of the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act. Communicating with the Government of Canada about Bill C-2 (An Act respecting certain measures relating to the security of the border between Canada and the United States and respecting other related security measures). Work with government to promote and support Canada’s digital economy, including ensuring the availability of a high-skilled tech workforce. Seeking to influence policy direction related to cloud based services. Seeking government contract with multiple government departments and institutions with regards to Amazon Cloud based solutions and related support services.

cae

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Canada's potential contributions to global security in Europe, NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization), and NORAD (North America Aerospace Defence Command) With regard to federal measures to assist the Canadian Aerospace sector and advocate for an aerospace and defence industrial strategy. Seeking funding from Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) Industrial and Technological Benefits Educating and advocating for Canada to support its aerospace sector and preserve our country’s Key Industrial Capabilities (KIC) in flight training and simulation. To obtain support from the Canadian government to CAE for procuring contracts to build simulators or to train personnel in foreign countries. Defence Procurement Policy to increase the Canadian content on various military programs to be procured by Government

Canada's potential contributions to global security in Europe, NATO, and NORAD With regard to federal measures to assist the Canadian Aerospace sector and advocate for an aerospace and defence industrial strategy. Seeking funding from Strategic Aerospace and Defence Initiative (SADI) & Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) Industrial and Technological Benefits Educating and advocating for Canada to support its aerospace sector and preserve our country’s Key Industrial Capabilities (KIC) in flight training and simulation.

PROSPECTUS ASSOCIATES

Canada's Space Innovators (Space Canada)

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Transportation, with respect to rocket launch regulations Transportation, with respect to Canada's launch capacity Telecommunications, with respect to satellite technology for connectivity; advanced communications technologies; digital economic strategies; spectrum policy and auctions Security, with respect to the Government of Canada creating a National Space Council Security, with respect to space technologies as part of Canada's Critical Infrastructure Science and technology, with respect to space technology policies and programs Research and development, with respect to space technology R&D policies and programs; Canadian involvement in international space programs Regional development, with respect to utilization of satellite technology for connectivity; advanced communications technologies Mining, with respect to space resource utilization policy Labour, with respect to discussions with the Government of Canada on immigration as it relates to attracting and retaining a highly skilled workforce International trade, with respect to remote Space Systems Sensing Act (RSSSA) regulations and procedures; satellite mission data policy International trade, with respect to remote Space Systems Sensing Act (RSSSA) legislation, regulations and procedures; international trade agreements; modernization of space regulatory framework; international cooperation agreements; international cooperation agreements; international space norms and regulations International trade, with respect to Canada's trade policy; Export and Import Permits Act; Export Control List; international trade agreements; export permit applications; Trade Commissioners Service (TCS) assistance; Export Development Canada (EDC) assistance; Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) assistance International relations, with respect to the Government of Canada creating a National Space Council International relations, with respect to Canadian involvement in international space programs Intellectual property, with respect to protection and ownership of Intellectual Property (IP) Infrastructure, with respect to space technologies as part of Canada's Critical Infrastructure Industry, with respect to space regulatory framework modernization; international cooperation agreements; broadband regulations; spectrum policy and auctions Industry, with respect to future space regulatory framework changes Industry, with respect to Canadian space program policy and governance; space strategies; advocacy for a National Space Council; Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) program; commercial space policy and programs; future government space mission concepts; Canadian involvement in international space programs; international cooperation agreements Immigration, with respect to discussions with the Government of Canada on immigration as it relates to attracting and retaining a highly skilled workforce Government procurement, with respect to procurement policies; Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) program Fisheries, with respect to space techologies to monitor Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing Environment, with respect to space techologies to measure climate change and to monitor ecosystems. Economic development, with respect to the Government of Canada creating a National Space Council Economic development, with respect to space regulatory framework modernization; international cooperation agreements; broadband regulations; spectrum policy and auctions Economic development, with respect to Canadian space program policy and governance; space strategies; advocacy for a National Space Council; Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) program; commercial space policy and programs; future government space mission concepts; Canadian involvement in international space programs; international cooperation agreements Defence, with respect to the Government of Canada creating a National Space Council Defence, with respect to current and future defence space programs and

Ford Motor Company of Canada

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Discussions concerning policies, that relate to Canadian defense spending, including opportunities to Canada's automotive sector Auto Innovation Fund, Strategic Innovation Fund, Strategic Response Fund, and R&D/Innovation Funds: Financial assistance and funding with ongoing manufacturing investments in Canada for vehicle and engine manufacturing facilities and R&D centres. Discussions about federal efforts to address automotive theft as they relate to vehicle tracking, law enforcement collaboration, and regulatory measures. Discussions about Transport Canada’s connected vehicle security policies as they relate to industry standards, cybersecurity risks and regulatory compliance Review of Canada's Bank Act and financial regulations in Canada U.S. policies regarding the auto sector as it relates to Canadian automotive, steel, aluminum and critical mineral exports and imports. U.S. policies regarding tariffs as it relates to Canadian automotive, steel, aluminum and critical mineral exports. U.S. policies regarding trade as it relates to Canadian automotive, steel, aluminum and critical mineral exports. Provide an overview of Canada's integrated auto sector and Canada's role in the global auto sector Promote investments and improvements to new and existing trade infrastructure to support the automotive manufacturing supply chain. Ensure an automotive strategy provides for a competitive environment that encourages maintenance of current and new automotive investment. Discussion concerning policies that relate to import and export of vehicles and parts, including impact on Canada's automotive sector and national security. Discussions concerning investments in Canada as it relates to automotive and automotive parts manufacturing, EV battery and EV battery supply chain manufacturing, critical minerals, including incentive support and taxation. Budget recommendations related to attracting investment to Canada, business competitiveness, taxation, grants and incentives, and any other policies or regulations related to automotive sector, advanced manufacturing and R&D Discussions regarding transportation, vehicle electrification and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, including the government's light-duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) sales mandate regulation, ZEV charging and refueling infrastructure development, and consumer issues. Discussions related to the broad range of electrified vehicles and multi-energy technologies Discussions regarding consultations, policies and regulations related to technology and IT Communications Discussions regarding consultation, outreach, policies and opportunities related to investment, development, export/import of critical minerals Transportation system policies and disruptions, CBSA Assessment & Revenue Management (CARM); Beyond the Border; Trusted Trader; Customs Self Assessment (CSA); support border policies and administration by CBSA supports and enhances trans-border shipments of goods, cross-border movement of workers who perform essential services, and security. Trade agreement negotiation and policies/regulations/tariffs related to import/exports to support the Canadian automotive sector Bilateral and plurolateral trade agreements comprehend the North American integration of the Automotive industry USMCA: Participation in consultation group in the renegotiation of the United States, Mexico, Canada agreement, administered by Global Affairs Canada. Technology Partnerships Canada (PSIP Project 494063 - Government Support to Renew Oakville Assembly Complex) Section 232 - Participating in discussions to highlight impact of steel and aluminum tariffs on Canadian automotive industry Pan Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change: Participation in working groups (ZEV strategy) administered by various ministries including ISED, Natural Resources Canada and Transport Canada. Other trade agreements (ie: Mercosur, China) - Participating in working groups to promote fair trade agreement supportin

GENERAL MOTORS OF CANADA COMPANY

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The legislative review of the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act and potential development of regulations and/or guidelines in that respect. Seeking procurement opportunities pertaining to land-based systems including light utility vehicles, logistic vehicles and ancillaries including supporting infrastructure, and other requirements of the Canadian Armed Forces Recommendations on the development and implementation of the Clean Fuel Standard related to credit generation and associated regulatory requirements. Provide input to government on COVID border measures to facilitate business essential travel Obtain contributions from Strategic Innovation Fund for investment in Canadian facilities/initiatives. Obtain contributions from Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council for research partnerships. Obtain contributions from Automotive Partnership Council (APC) New regulations pertaining to the implementation of the Prohibition of the Purchase of residential real estate by Non-Canadians New regulations or policies related to Chemical Management Program and their impacts on manfacturing or vehicle importation New regulations and amendments to existing Vehicle Safety standards and regulations New regulations and amendments to existing Vehicle GHG Emission standards and regulations New regulations and amendments to existing Vehicle energy efficiency standards and regulations New regulations and amendments to existing Vehicle Criteria Emission standards and regulations New regulations and amendments to existing regulations pertaining to consumer protection and electronic commerce New legislation and/or revisions to existing legislation in the area of Vehicle Emissions, Vehicle Safety and Vehicle Efficiency International Trade Agreements in respect of fairness and access to markets for automotive industry. discussions regarding the development of future vehicle purchase programs to support military operations. Discussions regarding consultation and outreach related to investment and development. Design and implementation of policies related to plastics as they pertain to vehicle manufacturing and vehicle importation Design and implementation of policies/programs associated with the federal carbon backstop and the output based pricing system as it impacts our manufacturing facilities Consumer privacy policy development, trademark and copyright law, as related to emerging auto cyber security and autonomous vehicle development Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) in respect of impacts on automotive industry Budget recommendations in respect to existing and proposed automotive R & D, Innovation Development and Innovation Commercialization support programs Budget recommendations in respect of removing ecoAUTO levies Budget recommendations in respect of automotive investment fund Budget recommendations in respect of alternative fuel and refueling infrastructure support tax policies and support programs Budget recommendations in respect of advanced vehicle technology consumer incentives

International Trade Agreements in respect of fairness and access to markets for automotive industry, including development of reciprocal tariffs. The legislative review of the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act and potential development of regulations and/or guidelines in that respect. Seeking procurement opportunities pertaining to land-based systems including light utility vehicles, logistic vehicles and ancillaries including supporting infrastructure, and other requirements of the Canadian Armed Forces Recommendations on the development and implementation of the Clean Fuel Standard related to credit generation and associated regulatory requirements. Provide input to government on COVID border measures to facilitate business essential travel Obtain contributions from Strategic Innovation Fund for investment in Canadian facilities/initiatives. Obtain contributions from Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council for research partnerships. Obtain contributions from Automotive Partnership Council (APC) New regulations pertaining to the implementation of the Prohibition of the Purchase of residential real estate by Non-Canadians New regulations or policies related to Chemical Management Program and their impacts on manfacturing or vehicle importation New regulations and amendments to existing Vehicle Safety standards and regulations New regulations and amendments to existing Vehicle GHG Emission standards and regulations New regulations and amendments to existing Vehicle energy efficiency standards and regulations New regulations and amendments to existing Vehicle Criteria Emission standards and regulations New regulations and amendments to existing regulations pertaining to consumer protection and electronic commerce New legislation and/or revisions to existing legislation in the area of Vehicle Emissions, Vehicle Safety and Vehicle Efficiency discussions regarding the development of future vehicle purchase programs to support military operations. Discussions regarding consultation and outreach related to investment and development. Design and implementation of policies related to plastics as they pertain to vehicle manufacturing and vehicle importation Design and implementation of policies/programs associated with the federal carbon backstop and the output based pricing system as it impacts our manufacturing facilities Consumer privacy policy development, trademark and copyright law, as related to emerging auto cyber security and autonomous vehicle development Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) in respect of impacts on automotive industry Budget recommendations in respect to existing and proposed automotive R & D, Innovation Development and Innovation Commercialization support programs Budget recommendations in respect of removing ecoAUTO levies Budget recommendations in respect of automotive investment fund Budget recommendations in respect of alternative fuel and refueling infrastructure support tax policies and support programs Budget recommendations in respect of advanced vehicle technology consumer incentives

Irving Shipbuilding

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Advancing discussions on programs and contracts tied to the development and support of future combat vessels. Funding to prepare the facility for construction of the future River Class Destroyer fleet and to support the ongoing maintenance of vessels. Interactions with Government officials regarding in-service support for Halifax Class Frigates. Input into the Federal Government's National Shipbuilding Procurement Strategy as it relates to Irving Shipbuilding being selected on October 19, 2011 to build the Combat Vessel work package.

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William Pristanski contacted Mary Gregory on behalf of CAE
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Marc Parent contacted Mary Gregory on behalf of cae
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