Miled Hill

Federal appointments to the boards of directors of Canadian Port Authorities and Crown corporations. Issues concerning railway safety, operations and investment. Regulatory and policy alignment between Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. Changes to, or pursuant to, the Canada Transportation Act, Railway Safety Act, or other acts impacting railway operations, including with respect to regulations, rules, and exemptions. International trade and tariff policies, including implications from related government support programs. Infrastructure funding and projects that support Canada’s supply chains, enable trade, and improve safety. Changes to, or government actions pursuant to, the Canada Labour Code respecting labour stability in Canadian supply chains or otherwise affecting federally regulated employees. Tax policies to improve the competitiveness of the Canadian economy and support trade diversification.

Funding for on-reserve housing Renewal of BC salmon farming licences in Indigenous territories

Advancing biofuels policy and the benefits of biofuels for canola farmers, processors, and rural communities. Working to secure market access for Canadian canola products Working on sustainability and biodiversity policy as it relates to the Canadian canola industry and agriculture sector. Working on rail and labour policy as it relates to the movement and export of canola and canola products. Working on innovation policy to drive growth and investment in the Canadian canola industry. Supporting multi-lateral and bi-lateral trade negotiations and the implementation of existing agreements to reduce tariffs and non-tariff trade barriers on canola and its products. Implementing a national water monitoring program that supports the environmental safety of plan protection products. Ensuring that the regulation of crop protection products and seed innovations are made using the best available science. Encouraging the development of an Agriculture Policy Framework that supports the competitiveness and growth of the canola sector, including support for the federal and shared funded programs through the Agricultural Policy Framework. Encouraging health/safety/environment approval framework for Plants with Novel Traits and plant breeding innovations that support innovation. Continue obtaining support to resolve market access issues and enhance canola utilization from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's "Agri-Marketing" Program. Continue obtaining support for federal and jointly funded research programs though the Agricultural Policy Framework such as the AgriScience Cluster. The Cluster is a partnership between Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and the canola industry to produce research that reduces production risk, improves yield, increases market demand and enhances focus on sustainability.

Providing updates to officials on efforts by the BCMEA, its members, and its labour partners to enhance the health and safety of waterfront workers, while ensuring the continuity of critical waterfront operations that support Canadians. Communicating with government officials about the Canada Labour Code, specifically the application of the Canada Labour Code to waterfront employers and employees. Communicating with government officials about port operations, competitiveness and supply chain stability Communicating with government officials about policies and measures in relation to the transportation sector including employment policies/policies specific to federally regulated industries

Consultations to strengthen labour relations and better support workers with respect to the Canada Labour Code and the collective bargaining process at West Coast ports. Consultations on Strengthening One Canadian Economy through trade and transportation with respect to supply chain stability. Communicating with government officials about safety and training priorities and programs for waterfront employees (including those offered at the BCMEA Training Centre), more specifically as it relates to operator responsibilities, physical demands, safety, process, equipment and controls and operating procedures. Communicating with government officials about the importance of labour stability at ports, including with respect to the renewal of coastwide collective agreements. Communicating with government officials about the Canada Labour Code, specifically the application of the Canada Labour Code to waterfront employers and employees. Communicating with government officials (in general) about port operations and competitiveness.

Advancing Roberts Bank terminal expansion as a project of national significance and inclusion in the One Canadian Economy: An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act appendix A project list. Port Modernization Review implementation through re-introduction of Bill C-52 equivalent or similar; Transport Canada is undertaking a review of Canada Port Authorities to optimize their current and future role in the transportation system as innovative assets that support inclusive growth and trade. Canada's international trade policy with respect to demand, capacity forecasting and supply chains between Canada and the Asia-Pacific and how it relates to GCT Global Container Terminal's current operations as a majority Canadian-owned terminal operator and future corporate development and investment plans. Canada's economic development policies and sustainable trade enabling infrastructure capacity planning as it relates to GCT Global Container Terminals’ current operations, future corporate development plans and matters impacting the Canadian marine transportation sector.

Policy development activities and outreach to Government of Canada representatives related to Global Container Terminals’ current operations, future corporate development plans and matters impacting the Canadian marine transportation sector.

Policy and program recommendations regarding the government's priorities in delivering major transportation projects. Communications with public office holders regarding provision of consulting and operational services (solutions) for transportation infrastructure projects. Communications with public office holders regarding funding programs which support infrastructure projects, research and development and training, and economic opportunities in the transportation and rail space.

Discussions with officials on the audit of CPA infrastructure. Discussions with officials with regards to cruise tourism. Seeking changes to the Canada Marine Act. Discussions with officials with regards to the Ports Canada Conference. Discussions with officials with regards to Canada and U.S. trade and Trump trade measures. Discussions with officials with regards to border security. Discussions with officials with regards to trade relations between Canada and the United States of America. Supply chain fluidity and the role of the National Supply Chain Office in supply chain challenges. The provision of border services by CBSA at sufficient levels to support new and existing trade. Meeting Canada's supply chain infrastructure deficit and how it will be financed and funded. Seeking funding from Transport and Finance. Influencing the National Supply Chain Strategy by submitting detailed recommendations. Seeking changes to the Marine Transportation Security Regulations (MTSR) to improve security capabilities of port authorities. Privacy and Access to Information: Ensuring a fair and competitive framework for ports as commercially viable entities. National Trade Corridors Fund: Seeking funding for port infrastructure needs, also seeking funding under NTCF or other programs for decarbonization and deferred maintenance of infrastructure. Impact assessments: seeking clarity and precision on timelines for reviews. Environment and Energy: promoting ports as an environmentally progressive transport hubs integral to global supply chains and regional economic development.

National Trade Corridors Fund: Seeking funding for port infrastructure needs. Environment and Energy: promoting ports as an environmentally progressive transport hubs integral to global supply chains and regional economic development. Privacy and Access to Information: Ensuring a fair and competitive framework for ports as commercially viable entities. Ports Modernization Review. Engaging on various provisions included in Bill C-33, Strengthening the Port System and Railway Safety in Canada Act Engagement with respect to the debate, adoption and implementation of Bill C-52, the Enhancing Transparency and Accountability in the Transportation System Act Canada Marine Act: seeking changes to letters patent processes to provide greater financial flexibility for ports. Canadian Environmental Assessment Act (CEAA): seeking clarity and precision on timelines for reviews. Seeking changes to the Marine Transportation Security Regulations (MTSR) to improve security capabilities of port authorities.

Supports for the forestry, steel and aluminum industry, by way of government programs and incentives. Changes to, or government actions pursuant to, the Canada Labour Code respecting labour stability in Canadian supply chains or otherwise affecting federally regulated employees. Canada Labour Code as it relates to Sick leave benefits, dispute resolution and Right to Disconnect Operations of Passenger Rail along CN Corridor Extended Interswitching and related pilot projects. Accelerated Depreciation, Capital Cost Allowance and better alignment with US policies. Subjects related to Canada-US Relations, Tariffs and Trade Matters pertaining to the operation of company in both official languages. Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act The Canada Transportation Act and other Acts respecting transportation and to make related and consequential amendments to other Acts (Transportation Modernization Act) The Canada Transportation Act and other Acts respecting transportation Revisions to the Railway Locomotive Inspection and Safety Rules Revisions to the Canadian Railway Operating Rules (Various) Revision of the Duty and Rest Period Rules for Railway Operating Employees and fatigue Regulatory and policy alignment between Canada and the U.S. Regulations governing Enhanced Train Control Regulation of transportation of grain and oilseeds Issues of approval related to the CN Milton Hub Infrastructure projects that support Canada’s supply chain. Infrastructure funding related to Railway Crossing Safety Improvement Infrastructure funding related to port and terminal access upgrades Funding related to the National Transportation Corridor Fund Funding related to Green Transportation Initiatives including renewable fuels and alternative propulsion methods. Emergency Preparedness and response as it relates to response by government to natural disasters, access to telecommunications and planning for potential climate related emergencies.

Tourism - Program or policy to promote tourism to Canada. Including, renewal and continued funding and associated federal financial commitments for the International Convention Attraction Fund Tourisme – Programme ou politique pour promouvoir le tourisme au Canada. Incluant le renouvellement et la poursuite du financement ainsi que les engagements financiers associés pour le Fonds d’attraction des congrès internationaux Transportation – Aviation related policies, legislation and regulations, such as the Air Passenger Rights Regulations. Transport - Politiques, législations et réglementations liées à l’industrie du transport aérien telles que le règlement sur la protection des passagers aériens. Taxation and Finance – Policies related to the competitiveness of the aviation industry at the international and domestic level. Fiscalité et finances – Politiques liées à la compétitivité de l’industrie du transport aérien à l’échelle internationale et nationale. Official Languages- Obligations under the Official Language Act in the context of the aviation industry and the modernization of the Official Languages Act. Langues officielles – Obligations en vertu de la Loi sur les langues officielles dans le contexte de l’industrie du transport aérien, et modernisation de la Loi sur les langues officielles. Labour –Labour laws and regulations, health and occupational safety standards impacting the airline industry. Relations du travail – Lois et règlements sur le travail et normes de santé et de sécurité au travail qui ont une incidence sur l’industrie du transport aérien. International Trade - Canada's international trade and aviation agreements under Canada's Blue Sky policy. Commerce international – Accords du Canada en matière de commerce international et de transport aérien dans le cadre de la politique Ciel bleu. Industry - Overall competitive position of Canada's aviation and tourism industry. Industrie – Position concurrentielle globale des secteurs canadiens du transport aérien et du tourisme. Environment - International Civil Aviation Organization process on emission management and domestic policies related to aviation. Environnement – Processus de gestion des émissions de l’Organisation de l’aviation civile internationale et politiques nationales liées au secteur du transport aérien. Accessibility – Accessibility-related policies, laws and regulations as they relate to the airline industry, including the Accessible Canada Act and all related standards and regulations.

The Chamber of Marine Commerce (CMC) is calling for: Expansion of CBSA container clearance services to additional Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway ports to unlock trade and supply chain capacity. Regulatory and policy adjustments allowing inland and regional ports to process international containers directly, removing current bottlenecks. Federal investment and operational commitment to support this CBSA expansion, an initiative that would rapidly repay itself and strengthen national trade resilience. 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. Policy, regulatory proposals and potential legislation dealing with ballast water and aquatic invasive species. 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. General Pilotage Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services Canada Marine Act: working towards an efficient, safe, cost-effective marine transportation system, especially regarding Canada's ports and Seaway systems.

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

The Chamber of Marine Commerce (CMC) is calling for: Expansion of CBSA container clearance services to additional Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway ports to unlock trade and supply chain capacity. Regulatory and policy adjustments allowing inland and regional ports to process international containers directly, removing current bottlenecks. Federal investment and operational commitment to support this CBSA expansion, an initiative that would rapidly repay itself and strengthen national trade resilience. 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. Policy, regulatory proposals and potential legislation dealing with ballast water and aquatic invasive species. 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. General Pilotage Regulations: in respect of ensuring efficient and cost-effective pilotage services