Nicole Folliet
Executive Director, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)·11 communications in the past year
Lobbied by
Suncor Energy
7Discussions with government about federal climate and environmental policies, legislation and regulations, such as but not limited to the Emission Cap, the Clean Fuel Regulations, the Output Based Pricing System, the ZEV mandate and the Multi-Sector Air Pollutants Regulations. Discussions on sanctions related to jurisdictions in which Suncor operates or in relation to the loading and unloading of purchased goods. Discussions with government on the Impact Assessment process and impact assessments for energy projects. Discussions of impacts and barriers to the competitiveness of Canadian oil and gas industry, including market access issues such as tanker bans, pipelines as well as new green washing provisions included in the Competition Act. Discussions with government on policy and fiscal supports, and regulatory challenges related to decarbonization, including projects like Pathways. Discussion with government on Canada's biofuel security including incentives and refinery competitiveness. Discussion with the government on any proposed tax changes, specifically relating to the Income Tax Act and associated regulations. Discussions will include all forms of investment tax credit including Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) projects, hydrogen, as well as production tax credits for biofuels. Discussion with the federal government on First Nations and Indigenous consultation processes including provisions under the Indigenous Loan Guarantee program and the Environmental Justice Act. Discussions with government on issues and challenges to Suncor's operational continuity, including cybersecurity threats, work stoppages, and infrastructure challenges. Discussions with government on regulatory frameworks to enable successful closure & reclamation of oil sands mines, including regulations and practices that enable water release. Advocacy related to both export and import tariffs imposed on our industry both by the US and/ or the Canadian government as well as export bans, if applicable. Discussions with government on Fisheries Act in regard to the implementation of the Codes of Practice, related guidance's and enhanced coordination and alignment between the federal and provincial government. Advocate for timely, streamlined immigration approvals for workers supporting Suncors operations both in Canada and internationally.
Elk Valley Resources
2Climate action policies including effective and competitive federal carbon pricing Policies to support green transportation and logistics activities Policies and programs to support commercial opportunities abroad Policies and programs to support the development and deployment of new technologies in mining Policies to increase electrical grid infrastructure to support new green mining technologies Labour Market Impact Assessment and Visa Applications Policies and programs relating to human resources and skills development and training for Indigenous Peoples in mining Development of the Coal Mining Effluent Regulations Canada Transportation Act, Canada Shipping Act and others with regard to international shipping, railway and port operations and infrastructure Policies to support the competitiveness of Canada's mining industry Policies to support mining-specific and mining-related project development in Canada Policies and programs to support supply chain efficiency and resiliency in Western Canada
Policies to support the competitiveness of Canada's mining industry Natural resource development and Canada-U.S. transboundary affairs Policies to support mining-specific and mining-related project development in Canada Policies to support green transportation and logistics activities Policies to increase electrical grid infrastructure to support new green mining technologies Policies and programs to support the development and deployment of new technologies in mining Policies and programs to support supply chain efficiency and resiliency in Western Canada Policies and programs to support commercial opportunities abroad Policies and programs relating to human resources and skills development and training for Indigenous Peoples in mining Climate action policies including effective and competitive federal carbon pricing Development of the Coal Mining Effluent Regulations. Canada Transportation Act, Canada Shipping Act and others with regard to international shipping, railway and port operations and infrastructure
Vantage Canada
Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation
1Seek a remission order for taxes levied on individuals living on lands now recognized as reserve lands Discussing the Client's priorities relating to tailings, release and transboundary water issues on the reserves Advance accountability on the status of the environmental contamination at the dock in Fort Chipewyan. Work with government on addition-to-reserve proposals to enhance economic development opportunities and recognize the client's presence in Fort Chipewyan. Strengthening Canada's oil sands mining effluent regulations. Species at risk protection for wood bison and caribou in northern Alberta. Seek government support for the development of essential infrastructure and housing on the client's reserve lands. Seek government support for economic development opportunities in Fort Chipewyan and the client's reserve lands. Seek acknowledgement and a formal apology from the Government of Canada for the client's forced relocation from its traditional territory in Wood Buffalo National Park. Expediting the addition to reserve process. Ensure enforcement of federal government laws and regulations regarding the protection of treaty lands, at risk wildlife and rivers in proximity to the proposed Frontier Project near Wood Buffalo National Park. Engagement around the establishment of a national framework for indigenous policing and related justice reforms. Engage in discussions regarding the recognition of the client's rights & self-determination. Engage in discussions regarding the enhancement of primary education for the client's members. Development of a baseline health study to monitor the impacts of the Athabasca oil sands on the client's members. Carbon pricing, and government measures to mitigate climate change Arranging meetings to obtain information regarding Indigenous investment and ownership opportunities regarding the Government of Canada's ownership of the Trans Mountain pipeline. Addressing severe shortfalls and capacity issues in education delivery for indigenous youth.
Counsel Public Affairs
CVW CleanTech
1To advocate for and funding support to advanced clean technologies related to the oil and gas sector.
Cenovus Energy
1Discussion regarding federal support for employment and training programs related to the industry. Discussion regarding Canada-US relations The Canada Shipping Act with respect to safe marine transportation Discussions regarding tax structure to support emissions reduction investments Species at Risk Act with regards to conservation initiatives to protect species and habitat Seeking potential community infrastructure funding to support Cenovus's Indigenous Housing Initiative Regulatory discussions through CAPP - participation through the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) to discuss ways to make the Atlantic offshore oil and gas industry more competitive. Petroleum Research - Participating in meetings with government to collaborate with industry peers on research of benefit to industry and government in Newfoundland. Discussion regarding Marine safety and spill response management Implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Discussion regarding environmental assessment processes and requirements for major projects Discussions regarding Federal Real Property Act Extractive Sector Transparency Measures Act implementation of the mandatory reporting standards for the extractive sector Discussion with Government regarding the Competition Act Discussion with government regarding efficiency, effectiveness, cost, and safety of the Vancouver Metro Port Authority Discussion with government regarding economic support for indigenous participation in infrastructure and energy projects Discussion with government regarding accurate economic assumptions and calibration of economic models Discussion with government regarding accurate calibration of emissions related policies Discussions with regulator about how to improve and align technical standards across provincial and federal jurisdictions Discussions with Government regarding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) Discussions with government regarding Atlantic Offshore Health and Safety Regulations Discussions with Government on policy levers to support emission reduction technologies Discussions regarding trade and infrastructure policies to support market access. Discussions regarding the Government of Canada's Intellectual Property (IP) Strategy with the goal of ensuring Canada's IP system fosters research and development in Canada Discussions regarding government support for Indigenous community requests of skills training programs, facilities, infrastructure, and housing Discussions about potential policy levers to enable pathways to net-zero Discussion regarding federal fuel charge rebates and associated tax treatments. Development of regulations and implementation framework to ensure the safe operation of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems for applications in oil and gas industry. Consultation on Federal/Provincial alignment of greenhouse gas policies. Areas of focus include cost of carbon, provincial equivalency, trading mechanisms, and compliance mechanisms. Discussions regarding Canadian Environmental Protection Act related to greenhouse gas and other air emissions. Discussions regarding policy changes on water and a possible Canadian Water Agency. Canadian Energy Strategy related to national level alignment on energy priorities Canada Wildlife Act with regards to the environmental impacts from mineral resources activities Bill C-26 Discussion with Government regarding effective and efficient design and implementation of Bill C-26 Aboriginal Constitutional and Treaty Rights in relation to aboriginal consultation policy pertaining to resource management
Chemistry Industry Association of Canada
1Discussion re: joint government/industry work on chemical and plastics in Canadian supply chains + development of joint consultation process. Discussion on policies and programs related to chemicals management, including the safe use, handling, and oversight of substances within the chemical and plastics industries, and their connection to sustainability and Responsible Care® practices. General introduction to the chemistry and plastics industries and their role in Canadas economy and sustainability objectives. Advocating for CIACs pre-budget recommendations to strengthen investment attraction, advance climate policy, and improve plastics sector competitiveness. Addressed the impacts of rail labour disruptions on supply chain efficiency and overall industry performance. Environment, Health, and Industry policies related to plastics, in terms of providing input on the development and implementation of the Federal Plastics Registry and Recycled Content Requirement. Engaging on Canadas participation in the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) process on a global treaty to address plastic pollution, including impacts on the marine environment. International Trade Issues associated with cross border trade between Canada and the USA. This includes negotiations with the USA on the implementation of the Canada, US, Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) and other trade agreements. Impact of US Tariffs on Canadian industry. Communicating with public office holders to promote the industry cluster in Sarnia-Lambton and its long term sustainability Accelerated Capital Cost Allowance Program: making it permanent or extending it to align with Canadas ITCs for emissions reduction. Water policy in terms of providing input on the impact of chemical manufacturing operations and the substances used/produced by the industry Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act: providing input related to the Transportation Code contained in the chemical industry's Responsible Care® Ethic and the safe management of chemicals in transport Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) Tax Credit: providing input on its applicability to research in the chemical industry Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) and Globally Harmonized System (GHS): input on the impact of the chemical industry within the context of the Responsible Care® Ethic Impact of Carbon Pricing or emission intensity criteria on industry. Environmental Policy: input on chemical manufacturing operations and the substances produced and used by the industry Energy Policy: greater federal/provincial alignment on energy policies and streamlined environmental assessments for energy projects. Economic and Fiscal Policy: input on federal financial and tax issues Competition Act: impact of federal policies on the competitiveness of the Canadian chemical and plastic industries; Bill C-59 and amendments to greenwashing provisions. Concerns regarding climate change policies: impact of carbon pricing and emissions criteria on the industry. Climate Change Policy: input on federal federal strategies and processes to address greenhouse gas emissions Clean Air Regulatory Framework and Comprehensive Air Management System: Impact on the chemical and plastic industries. Chemical Industry Statistics: Data related to the chemical and plastic industries. Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA): Application to substances produced or used in the chemical and plastic industries. Canadian Environmental Assessment Act and Regulations: impact on assessments of projects in the chemical and plastic industries. Canada Transportation Act: provisions related to railways and impact on the Canadian chemical and the plastic industries. Bill S-5 An Act to Amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act 1999, to make related amendments to the Food and Drugs Act and to repeal the Perfluorooctane Sulfonate Virtual Elimination Act (CEPA Modernization). Key areas: changes to the
Fort McKay First Nation
1Engage in discussions regarding finalizing and implementing royalty regulations for resource development projects on Fort McKay First Nation's reserve land. Speaking to and meeting with Members of Parliament, Ministers, and senior staff to discuss and request funding for the Fort McKay First Nation priorities, including government support for economic development opportunities in Fort McKay First Nation reserve lands. Input into the strengthening of oilsands tailings management and reclamation and mining effluent regulations. Engage in discussions regarding the strengthening of oilsands tailings management and reclamation and mining effluent regulations. Engage in discussions regarding economic development activities related to the federal and provincial designation of land for economic development purposes.
Proof Strategies
Pembina Pipeline
1Discussions surrounding the development of additional crude oil pipeline egress on B.C.'s West Coast Pan-Canadian energy strategy – discussions regarding the development of a national energy strategy, Canadas role in the North American and global energy markets, US-Canada energy and trade relations and other trade related issues, including tariffs Discussions regarding the implementation of grants and investment tax credits for energy transition projects, such as carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS). Discussions and updates related to Pembinas export projects in BC West Coast, such as the Prince Rupert propane export terminal, Vancouver wharves, and Cedar liquified natural gas (LNG) export terminal. Clean Fuel Regulations – discussions and input related to the implementation of the Clean Fuel Regulations and compliance pathways. Discussions around enabling policy and incentives for data centres and accompanying power generation Regulatory efficiency – discussions regarding the governments approach towards streamlining regulatory process as they related to large energy infrastructure projects and pipelines. Market access and competitiveness - discussion regarding the governments approach to opening new markets for Canadian oil and gas resources and related products to ensure full market value for Canadian hydrocarbons and other projects as yet in the proposal stage. Discussions related to the implementation of federal environmental assessment and environmental protection legislation. Discussions regarding the competitiveness of Canadas energy sector, particularly related to pipelines and midstream energy issues, including environmental protection and safety, Indigenous engagement, federal procurement decisions, and sector investment. Climate change policies with respect to considerations for greenhouse gas reduction targets, cap and trade and carbon pricing provisions.
Power Metallic
1Advocating on behalf of Power Nickel for funding to advance their NISK project.
Sussex Strategy Group
Rio Tinto Canada Management
1Discussions 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 Canadas 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.