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Matthew Antonitti

Principal Secretary, House of Commons1 communications in the past year

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Agnico Eagle Mines

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To engage and advocate for the economic and social benefits of mining to the Canadian economy, including Indigenous economic reconciliation, with investment-friendly policies regarding regulatory system, support for decarbonization, skills training and critical mineral development. To raise awareness with government officials with respect to the Company's development plans for new mining projects in Nunavut, including employment and training, opportunities and benefits for Inuit people and communities, the Company’s consultation and environmental management programs, and additional environmental sustainability opportunities in line with government and Inuit priorities and policies. To raise awareness with government officials with respect to the Company's development plans for mining projects in Ontario and Quebec, including employment and training, opportunities and benefits for Indigenous peoples and local communities, and the Company’s consultation and environmental management programs. To raise awareness with government officials and departments on the need for major infrastructure investment in the Arctic, including high speed internet infrastructure in Nunavut to support industry and community needs and enhance opportunities and economic linkages. To engage and raise awareness with government officials and departments on the need for clean energy infrastructure development in the Kivalliq and Kitikmeot regions of Nunavut. Energy alternatives will significantly reduce the need to rely 100% on diesel generation as the only source of energy in these areas, significantly reducing GHG emissions and improving economic development opportunity for communities and industry.

CEMENT ASSOCIATION OF CANADA

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Communicating with government officials about international trade, more specifically trade issues related to the cement industry, including potential tariffs. Federal initiatives on Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage to support investment by the cement industry in projects to reach the industry's net-zero ambition. Engaging Parliamentarians on federal government policies impacting Canada’s economic security, supply chain resilience and sustainability and potential impacts on the Cement Industry in Canada and its ability to remain competitive in a global market The Investing in Canada Plan, National Infrastructure Assessment and the Building Canada Plan: Gas Tax Fund in respect of funding to municipalities for infrastructure investments. The Federal Hydrogen Strategy and the role of the cement and concrete industry as hydrogen end users The Federal Clean Fuel Regulations (CFR) and their impact on cost competitiveness of the cement and concrete industry The announced climate plan, A Healthy Environment and a Healthy Economy and the role of cement and concrete to reach Canada’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan Scientific Research and Development Tax Incentive Program and the design scope of programs applicable to the cement industry. Renewable Fuels Regulations in respect of incentives for energy from renewable sources. Public-Private Partnership and in respect of the P3 Crown Corporation. National Sustainable Development Act, in respect of materials and design consideration in sustainable construction. National Pollutant Release Inventory policy regarding air emissions. National highways policies and programs and the design and life cycle assessment and costing of roads and highways. National Building Code of Canada with respect to proposed amendments to include lower carbon materials and fire safety Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF) policy or program in respect of advocating for concrete highways and concrete infrastructure Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program: Provincial-Territorial Funding in regards to infrastructure spending and promoting sustainability and life-cycle assessment and costing requirements for projects. Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program: GST Rebate in respect of manufacturing tax costs. Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program: Gateways & Border Crossings Fund in respect of improvements to the flow of goods across borders through the promotion of concrete infrastructure. Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program, the National Infrastructure Assessment and Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund (CSIF) and is respect of life cycle assessment and costing and design requirements for projects. Introduction of carbon contracts for difference to support long-term investment by the cement industry in projects to support lower carbon cement and concrete Input regarding federal policies that can help enhance the competitiveness of the Canadian cement industry. Infrastructure Canada Program (ICP) in respect of funding design, requirements and implementation. Import Tariff on Manufacturing Machinery and Equipment in respect of lowering or elimination of tariffs on imported machinery and equipment. Greening of Federal Government procurement policies and programs in respect of sustainability and adoption of lower carbon concrete. Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act and related Output-Based Pricing System regulations in respect of GHG and air emissions and carbon pricing. Greenhouse gas inventory policy or program in respect of the consultations with industry and federal-provincial harmonization and greenhouse gas emission reporting under a national single window system. Federal Contaminated Sites Management in respect of design and funding requirements for projects. Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan regarding brownfield sites and the promotion of cement based solidification and stabilization technology choices for projects. Clean Energy Fund Program in respect of renewable and clean energy a

Canadian Media Producers Association

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Seeking to ensure the interests of Canada’s independent producers are considered in any amendments to the Broadcasting Act, Telecommunications Act, or Copyright Act. Seeking to ensure that producers are able to receive labour market opinions in a timely manner Seeking to ensure that appropriate Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs) in the film and television industry are exempt from the 4-year cap on working in Canada as provided in the Regulations Amending the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations. Seeking the creation of new private investment incentives through modifications to the Income Tax Act or other appropriate legislation Seeking CRTC-mandated contributions by internet service providers, wireless service providers, and online broadcasters to the creation and presentation of Canadian programming from the independent production sector Request funding for the creation of a mentorship program aimed at developing skill sets and acquiring work experience in the film, television and interactive media industry. Participation in Creative Export Canada via the Minister of Small Business and Export Promotion Participating in the assessment and review of all guidelines related to the Canadian Feature Film Fund (CFFF) through the CFFF Working Group Participating in guideline consultations for all programs administered by Telefilm Canada Funding from Canadian Heritage for the production of annual research report "Profile: An Economic Report on the Canadian Film and Television Industry" Department of Canadian Heritage co-production policy with regard to international production treaties CRTC Canadian program certification relating to criteria used to determine Canadian content of productions Canadian Audio-Visual Certification - relating to criteria for obtaining CAVCO certification of a production Canada Income Tax Act relating to Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit program and to Film or Video Production Services Tax Credit Program Broadcasting regulations, including regulations related to Canadian programming. Broadcasting polices, including policies related to Canadian programming expenditures, digital media, and independently-produced programming.

AOM Consulting

McKesson Canada

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Offer recommendations on the Patented Medicines Pricing Review Board excessive pricing policy guidelines and implementation approaches to support drug supply stability and system sustainability Discuss policy measures to protect Canada's drug supply, distribution, and pharmacy systems against the impact of US tariffs Medical cannabis policy impacts on pharmacy and the wholesale industry Health Canada, with respect to the role of wholesalers in the management of drug shortages Health Canada, with respect to the regulation and funding of wholesale distribution of pharmaceuticals and regulation of pharmacy activities Health Canada, with respect to pandemic planning, particularly federal/provincial/territorial storage and distribution of pharmaceuticals Development of screening programs in First Nations communities Approaches towards National Pharmacare policy Approaches to mitigating the impact of COVID-19 on the pharmaceutical distribution, pharmacy, primary care, and other healthcare sectors

Rio Tinto Aluminium

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Discussions on climate policies and programs related to the energy efficiency, decarbonization, and competitiveness of the mining and metal industry. Discussions on critical minerals including federal programs and policies, sector competitiveness, infrastructure, and project updates Discussions on enhancing Canada's Mining and Metals sector competitiveness through fiscal and tax policies, supporting new technologies, innovation, and advanced manufacturing and national security. Discussions on existing policies and regulations that impact efficient operations of port, rail, and transportation and trade corridors; and development of enabling infrastructure to support competitiveness of mining projects in remote regions of Canada. Discussions on labour measures, skilled labour access, supply chain challenges, and the implementation of legislation and regulations related to this topic. Discussions on mining and regional economic development, including mine closures, as well as policies on conservation, nature-based solutions, and marine protected areas. Discussions on policies and programs aimed at enhancing access to energy to support project development. Discussions on regulatory reforms for major projects and their effects on the mining and metal industry. Trade-related matters, including policies, tariffs, international agreements.

Rio Tinto Canada Management

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Discussions on policies, programs and regulations related to the energy efficiency, decarbonization, and competitiveness of the mining and metal industry. Discussions on mining and regional economic development, including mine closures, as well as policies on conservation, nature-based solutions, and marine protected areas. Discussions on enhancing Canada’s Mining and Metals sector competitiveness through fiscal and tax policies, supporting new technologies, innovation, and advanced manufacturing and national security. Discussions on existing policies and regulations that impact efficient operations of port, rail, and transportation and trade corridors; and development of enabling infrastructure to support competitiveness of mining projects in remote regions of Canada. Discussions on policies and programs aimed at enhancing access to energy to support project development. Discussions on regulatory reforms for major projects and their effects on the mining and metal industry. Discussions on labour measures, skilled labour access, supply chain challenges, and the implementation of legislation and regulations related to this topic. Discussions on critical minerals including federal programs and policies, sector competitiveness, infrastructure, and project updates Trade-related matters, including policies, tariffs, international agreements.

South Bow USA Services

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Discussions regarding Canada’s competitiveness, including with respect to taxation, access to capital and taxation. Discussions regarding Indigenous engagement, consultation and partnerships. Representations, comments and discussions regarding North American and international energy security, the integration of pipeline infrastructure and promotion of energy exports. Communications regarding pipeline related matters and energy projects, such as project review timelines, pipeline safety and incident response and safety improvements. Representations, comments and discussions on policies which encourage economic investment, job creation and pipeline capacity in Canada.

Woodfibre Management

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Workforce development requirements for LNG industry, and Woodfibre LNG project specifically. Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change, with respect to greenhouse gas emissions and LNG development LNG development and infrastructure investment, low-emissions LNG, electrification of LNG facilities