Michael Nolan

Legislative proposals, bills, and/or resolutions that impact dairy farmers in Manitoba. Regulations relating to compositional standards of dairy products, and those that have impacts on dairy farmers. Promote and defend Canada's supply management system as it relates to trade agreements, bilateral and multilateral negotiations, industry research, and policy changes.

Agriculture and International Trade- Promote and defend Canada's supply management system as it relates to the world trade organization and bilateral and multilateral negotiations.

International development; climate finance and agricultural sustainability; and public engagement and domestic support. Discussions on the clarification of the new trade and development policy. Global Affairs Canada (GAC)'s focus remains on poverty reduction and discussions on tied aid are not a priority. Climate finance should contribute to sustainable agricultural outcomes. There was also a discussion on moving from isolated development interventions toward more integrated systems approaches - silos to systems. With regards to public engagement and support for international development, there was a discussion on potential government support for sector-wide initiatives. Additionally, there was discussion on the possibility of GAC conducting research to understand how civil society organizations (CSOs) engage Canadians on international development issues. International development. Discussion about the strategic importance of international development aid to Canada's economy, national security and values. Additionally, we sought to understand the Conservative Party of Canada (CPC)'s position on aid and asked that resilient food systems be prioritized in the party's international development platform. International development. Make resilient food systems an aid priority and ensure the development-trade approach focuses on poverty reduction. localization and sustainability. Official development assistance should continue to focus on gender and localization. in this regard, at least $5.5 billion of ODA per annum should go towards poverty reduction in developing countries. Climate finance should prioritize vulnerable groups, support biodiversity and minimize debt. Canada should triple climate finance to $15.9 billion for 2026-2031. The 5-year pledge announced in spring 2026 was much lower. We “welcomed” it and will continue to work on quality issues. The purpose of the meeting was to introduce the Humanitarian Policy and Advocacy Group (HPAG) and position HPAG as a thought-partner and ally for Canada's Permanent Mission to the United Nations in New York, gaining the ear of the Ambassador and his team for future influencing; highlight the prominence of Canadian international non governmental organizations (INGOs) within the humanitarian sector globally, highlighting the proportion and significance of Canadian aid; and to understand the Ambassador’s priorities and key next steps as he embarks on a new mandate. International Development. Discussion showcasing the results from our Nature Positive project which is part of the Partnering for Climate (P4C) program. The project responds to poverty and hunger, addressing climate change and building long-term economic resilience in sub-Saharan Africa. We asked for support in ensuring Canada’s next climate finance commitment prioritizes smallholder farmers and their communities in the Global South in adapting to climate change. International development. Discussion on Canada's official development assistance (ODA) and the need for it to prioritize food security. As a global leader in agriculture and food, Canada should help communities around the world dealing with rising food prices, climate change and conflict by prioritizing support for agriculture and food systems in its ODA. International development and international relations. Discussion on the importance of focusing on food security in humanitarian efforts, in light of the expected cuts to development funding. Additionally, discussion on the importance of official development assistance (ODA), alongside trade and economic stability to Canada, highlighting that ODA facilitates other aspects of international relationships. Discussion about Canada's official development assistance, its value to Canadian foreign policy and an appeal for Canada not to reduce aid but to show global leadership following the USAID cuts and decreases in aid budgets by some donor countries. Discussion about Canada's official development aid (ODA) and its valu

Engaging the federal government on policy, regulatory, and infrastructure initiatives related to the reliable and efficient movement of essential crop input products throughout Canada. This includes discussions on supply chain resiliency, transportation corridors, and trade-enabling infrastructure necessary to support domestic agriculture. Sensibiliser le gouvernement quant aux impacts financiers négatifs liés à l'imposition de tarifs par des partenaires commerciaux du Canada sur les produits de porc exportés. Création d'une dispense pour les travailleurs étrangers temporaires (TET) invités au Programme de sélection des travailleurs qualifiés (PSTQ)ou en attente de Certificat de Sélection du Québec (CSQ), dont le permis expire avant l’obtention du CSQ et travaillant dans un établissement dépassant 20 % de travailleurs étrangers, afin d'assurer la stabilité de la main-d’œuvre et la continuité des opérations. Reconnaissance par le gouvernement fédéral de l’expérience en emploi, sans diplôme, des travailleurs étrangers temporaires (TET) dans le cadre du Programme de sélection des travailleurs qualifiés (PSTQ) du Québec. Providing input to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) on the regulatory oversight of fertilizer products, including policies related to product approvals, labelling requirements, and the transportation, storage and sale of fertilizer. Changes to the Fertilizers Act and regulations regarding the use, registration, or safety of fertilizer products. Obtenir du financement par l'entremise du Fonds stratégique pour l'innovation Obtenir du financement par l'entremise du Partenariat canadien pour une agriculture durable Modifier la Loi de l’impôt sur le revenu (LIR) pour assurer la pérennisation du programme de parts à imposition différée. Maintenir et ne pas aller en deçà du seuil de 20% pour la main-d'oeuvre pouvant provenir du Programme des travailleurs étrangers temporaires, volet des bas salaires, dans le secteur agroalimentaire, notamment pour la transformation des viandes, qui est un prolongement du secteur agricole. Inclure dans la « dispense à l’exigence de la limite des postes liés à l’agriculture primaire » les Classification nationale des professions (CNP) de manœuvres à la transformation alimentaire (9617) et les bouchers industriels (9462)

Information sharing related to Canada’s defence policy and the opportunities for leveraging existing resourcing at UM. Advocacy for dual-use proposals. Information sharing related to opportunities for collaboration concerning development of Canada’s north, including the greater Churchill area. Advocacy for utilization of UM resources such as the Churchill Marine Observatory for Canada’s plans in Hudson’s Bay and the high arctic. Information sharing regarding UM’s research strengths and capacity to assist the Government of Canada. Information sharing on research and innovation opportunities/capacity including facilities and research focus areas. Information sharing and collaboration related to northern and arctic food security. Information sharing on UM’s research strengths in designing resilient all-weather roads and rail-line relocations that improve northern connectivity while minimizing impacts on local wildlife and traditional ways of life. Information sharing and advocacy for support regarding UM’s work with Indigenous communities to increase access and opportunities for Indigenous learners in Manitoba. Advocacy of proposals related to the Build Strong Communities Fund. Advocacy for federal, long-term solution to address challenges experienced by dental college and clinic since the onset of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDPC). Advocacy for changes to immigration policy limiting the number of international students Canada accepts, and advocacy to address the consequences of Canada’s diminished international reputation. Advocacy and information sharing on opportunities for fostering a collaborative and impactful innovation ecosystem that supports researchers, the institutions they represent, and commercialization of ideas and property. Support, advocacy and information sharing related to the mandate of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation’s ongoing activities. Accessing Government records and archives related to residential schools. Advocacy for support for annual events and programming.