Nicholas Winfield

Exploring innovative conservation and stewardship financing initiatives. • Encouraging the creation of policies that would support boreal conservation and forest-related climate change action across the country. Encouraging the creation of policies that would support Indigenous leadership in conservation efforts, such as Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas. Encouraging the creation of policies that would support Indigenous Guardians and create jobs and economic development in Indigenous communities.

• Exploring innovative conservation and stewardship financing initiatives. • Encouraging the creation of policies that would support Indigenous leadership in conservation efforts, such as Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas. • Encouraging the creation of policies that would support Indigenous Guardians and create jobs and economic development in Indigenous communities. • Encouraging the creation of policies that would support boreal conservation and forest-related climate change action across the country.

Develop, implement and coordinate the The Wilder Canada Action Plan, a 10-year action-focused effort for species recovery through conservation translocation, reintroduction, and breeding.

Develop, implement and coordinate the Canadian Biodiversity Recovery Initiative; a national approach to conservation of Canadian at-risk species, primarily through conservation translocations.

Pew is working with Indigenous and non-Indigenous partners to help build public and political support to designate 110 million acres of Arctic tundra and other valuable lands under the Nunavut Land Use Plan. Pew is working with partners to ensure that Canada finalizes marine protected areas and enacts sustainable management policies for fishing and shipping outside protected areas. Pew is working with Indigenous leaders and local partners to develop project finance for permanence deals in Canada to support protected and conserved areas, livelihood development and create durable finance. Pew is working to establish regulations regarding fisheries management, that improve management of Canada’s resources, reduce impact on non-target marine species, and protect important marine habitats and ecosystems.

Seek funding to boost tourism at the Wilder Institute Calgary Zoo, one of the top tourism attractions west of Ontario. Request funding to support capital, research and animal care activities associated with a joint federal/provincial and other initiatives on species at risk or in serious decline. sources include Environment and Climate Change Canada and Parks Canada Agency Propose and advance robust standards and credible accreditation to govern keeping of non-domestic and exotic species in human care. Major capital infrastructure funding to update, renew or replace exhibits and facilities. Sources may include Prairies Economic Development and Canadian Heritage Contribute input on Senate and House animal welfare bills and regulation such as on Senate bills S-241 (An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act (great apes, elephants and certain other animals) and S-15 (An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act) Canadian Food Inspection Agency processing of animal movement permit applications for international imports and exports. Canadian Cultural Spaces Fund or other funding to enhance/upgrade facilities for conservation, education and experiential learning. Business development funding to promote investment in facilities and infrastructure, programs and research.

Federal housing policies, programs, and regulatory frameworks affecting the supply and affordability of housing in Canada, including initiatives that support increased residential construction, innovative building approaches, and the use of Canadian wood products in sustainable and efficient housing development. Federal policies and programs supporting youth employment, workforce participation, and career development opportunities connected to Canada’s forest sector. Federal infrastructure policies and programs affecting economic development and transportation systems relevant to Canada’s forest sector and the communities it supports. Federal rail safety regulations and transportation of dangerous goods frameworks affecting the safe and efficient movement of products and inputs relevant to forest sector operations. Federal budget measures, fiscal policy developments, and economic policy frameworks affecting the forest sector, including measures that support investment, growth, competitiveness, and long-term economic resilience. Federal regulatory frameworks affecting commercial transportation of forest products that support safe and efficient transportation. Federal workforce development and labour market policies affecting employment in Canada’s forest sector, including skills development, labour mobility, immigration pathways, and workforce supports. Canada Transportation Act and related transportation regulatory frameworks affecting freight service, system reliability, and cost competitiveness for forest sector shippers. Federal policies affecting transportation system costs and shipping competitiveness for Canadian forest products, including regulatory and service frameworks. Canadian Environmental Protection Act and the Chemicals Management Plan, including substance assessments conducted under the Pest Control Products Act, with respect to science-based regulatory approaches that protect environmental outcomes while supporting industrial competitiveness. Federal tax policy and investment incentive frameworks affecting capital investment, research and development, productivity, and long-term competitiveness in Canada’s forest sector. Federal innovation, clean technology, and industrial development programs that support modernization, advanced manufacturing, and the growth of next-generation forest products. Federal policies and programs supporting Indigenous partnerships, economic participation, and long-term opportunities connected to Canada’s forest sector. Migratory Birds Convention Act and Migratory Birds Regulations as they relate to land management activities and environmental stewardship practices within the forest sector. Pulp and Paper Effluent Regulations under the Fisheries Act, including Environmental Effects Monitoring requirements and regulatory approaches affecting pulp and paper operations, environmental performance, and sector competitiveness. Fisheries Act habitat protection provisions and associated regulatory tools affecting forestry operations and land management activities, with respect to effective environmental oversight and practical implementation. Species at Risk Act and related policies regarding species protection, recovery planning, and conservation measures affecting forest landscapes, environmental stewardship, and natural resource activity. Federal policies, programs, and legislative initiatives supporting the development of forest-based bioeconomy opportunities, including biomass energy, biofuels, and other innovative forest-derived products that contribute to economic and environmental objectives. Federal programs and initiatives supporting climate change mitigation, adaptation, and resilience within Canada’s forest sector and forest-dependent communities. Federal transportation infrastructure policies and programs affecting the movement of forest products, including rail, port, and trade corridor infrastructure that supports economic growth and supply chain efficiency. Federal policies a

Support for federal government policies and regulations that reduce whale entanglements Review by the Standing Committee on Fisheries and Oceans of the Fisheries Act specifically with respect to potential impacts on fish and wildlife. Policies and regulations in support of the Sustainable Agriculture Strategy Policies and programs that support Canada meeting its obligations under Target 2 of the Global Biodiversity Framework and the Bonn Challenge, including the implementation of the National Native Seed Strategy Budget with respect to environment and wildlife conservation.

Wildlife Policy for Canada with respect to the health and diversity of Canada's wildlife and ecosystems Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act with respect to the use of the act to control the movement of invasive species across provincial borders The Next Agricultural Policy Framework with respect to environmentally sustainable agriculture Species at Risk Act with respect to supporting research and projects focused on the recovery of species at risk, the implementation of SARA, Boreal Caribou recovery Public Outreach, raising awareness encouraging personal action, and connecting Canadians with nature programs with respect to implementing programs. This will include requesting funding from ECCC and Parks Canada for encouraging personal actions to conserve nature and reduce climate impacts. Oceans Act, Ocean Action Plan, Action Plan for Clean Water, Fisheries Act, Canadian Environmental Protection Act, Canada Water Act, Proposed Wastewater Systems Effluent Regulations with respect to water quality issues Ocean Protection Program with respect to implementation. This will include requesting funding from DFO for ocean and coastline habitat conservation. National Wildlife Disease Strategy in respect of diseases affecting wildlife National Wildlife Areas Act in regards to implementation National Conservation Plan with respect to input in the development of policy. National Animal Health Strategy in respect of wildlife and ecosystem health Migratory Birds Convention Act with respect to incidental take of migratory birds, bird conservation region plans, and effects of wind power on migratory birds Marine Mammal Response Program with respect to implementation. This will include encouraging funding from DFO for organizations that rescue entangled whales. Hinterland Who's Who Program with respect to implementation. This will include funding from ECCC to improve environmental literacy and awareness of Canada's wildlife. Green Infrastructure Program with respect to implementation and wildlife and habitat conservation. This will include requesting funding from ECCC for habitat conservation, restoration and help mitigate effects of climate change. Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Seaway Plan 1958-D in respect to returning the seaway to a healthier and more biologically diverse ecosystem Fisheries Act with respect to implementation of the Fish Protection Program. This will include requesting funding from DFO for habitat conservation and restoration. FISHERIES ACT AMENDMENTS - Fisheries Act, in respect of habitat provisions, public access and public consultations Environmental Assessment Act with respect to potential impacts on fish & wildlife CRA policy with respect to political activities by charities; changes to policy or programs with respect to "B" Corps. Community Pasture Program with respect to wildlife and habitat conservation Climate Change: Action on Climate Change - Impacts & Adaptation Program with respect to mitigation and adaptation relating to climate change and its effects on wildlife and habitat. Canadian Conservation Corps and Wild Outside programs with respect to experiential environmental education and training . This will include requesting funding from ESDC. Canada Shipping Act with respect to the ballast water regulations for reducing aquatic species introductions Budget with respect to environment and wildlife conservation Biodiversity - Wildlife & Habitat Program with regard to implementation. This will include requesting funding from ECCC and DFO for habitat restoration and conservation. AQUACULTURE - Canada's policy for the Conservation of Wild Pacific Salmon, Fisheries Act and Canadian Environmental Assessment Act in respect to deposit and accummulation of deliterious substances; disease and parasite transfer to wild populations; escapes of non-indigenous species

United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change-Kyoto protocol The Government of Canada is required to: prepare a Climate Change Plan; prepare a statement on GHG emissions; and ensure that Canada meets its obligations under the Kyoto Protocol The mission of the Green Budget Coalition is to present an analysis of the most pressing issues regarding environmental sustainability in Canada and to make a consolidated annual set of recommendations to the federal government regarding strategic fiscal and budgetary opportunities. Species at Risk Act The purposes of this Act are to prevent wildlife species from being extirpated or becoming extinct, to provide for the recovery of wildlife species that are extirpated, endangered or threatened as a result of human activity and to manage species of special concern to prevent them from becoming endangered or threatened. Secured funding from Canadian International Development Agency Partnership Branch Funding for projects in the Americas Oceans Act WHEREAS Canada holds that conservation, based on an ecosystem approach, is of fundamental importance to maintaining biological diversity and productivity in the marine environment National Parks Act and Canada National Marine Conservation Areas Act Maintenance or restoration of ecological integrity, through the protection of natural resources and natural processes, shall be the first priority of the Minister when considering all aspects of the management of parks and marine conservation areas. Migratory Bird Convention Act This Act and its complementary Regulations ensure the conservation of migratory bird populations by regulating potentially harmful human activities. Metal Mining Effluent Regulation Seeking regulatory change to strengthen processes by which the owner or operator of a mine can obtain the Government's approval to deposit a deleterious substance into a natural water body or a tailings impoundment area that is added to Schedule 2 of the Regulations. Great Lakes Fisheries Convention Act An Act to implement a Convention on Great Lakes Fisheries between Canada and the United States Federal Marine Protected Areas sestablished under the Oceans Act to ensure the conservation and protection of species at risk and their habitats, the conservation and protection of unique habitats, and the conservation and protection of marine areas of high biodiversity or high biological productivity. Convention on Biodiversity To promote the conservation of biodiversity, the sustainable use of its components, and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising out of the utilization of genetic resources Canadian Wildlife Act and Complimentary Regulations. The Act allows for the creation, management and protection of wildlife areas for wildlife research activities, or for conservation or interpretation of wildlife, seeking regulatory and legislative change to strengthen the prohibitions in the Act. Canadian Environmental Protection Act. CEPA regulates toxins and 'animate products of biotechnology'. We are seeking to ensure the Act adequately protects biodiversity from toxins and other harmful products. Canadian Environmental Assessment Act to ensure that projects are considered in a careful and precautionary manner before federal authorities take action in connection with them, in order to ensure that such projects do not cause significant adverse environmental effects

Enhancement of ecological gift program - increase in tax incentives for land donors, including cash donors towards conservation of land. Attendance in meetings with Green Budget Coalition- recommendations for budget associated with Nature asks but particularly the NHCP and Canada Investment Conservation Fund. Endorse ACLT as the national representative of regional and local land trusts within the CNPF- Land Trust Conservation Fund (LTCF) to enhance the program through delivery of the outcomes related to expanding protected areas, restoring degraded landscapes, protecting species at risk, adapting to climate change, improving land management, and mobilizing private resources. 1. Renew, Expand, and Enhance Canada’s Natural Heritage Conservation Fund (NHCP); Support the renamed NHCP “Delivering the Canadian Nature Protection Fund (CNPF)” at 250M for 5 years with 1:1 match from private sector. 2. Create a Canada Conservation Investment Fund Establish a new $150 million endowment fund that will create a long-term funding stream to strengthen the capacity of local and regional land trusts to care for natural spaces in perpetuity. By creating an endowment fund, the Canada Conservation Investment Fund will help ensure the long-term care of Canada’s network of privately conserved areas.

Federal labour and employment policy. Federal tourism policy, specifically the development of a federal tourism strategy Federal rail transportation policy in respect of safe operations and regulations.

Seeking support for Indigenous leadership in conservation efforts, such as Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas. Seeking support for Indigenous Guardians that would create jobs and economic development in Indigenous communities. Seeking support for boreal conservation and forest-related climate change action across the country. Exploring innovative conservation and stewardship financing initiatives.