Pierre-Marc Perreault

Spectrum policy development; seeking to promote Indigenous access to spectrum in order to support more Indigenous-led community network solutions to get fast, affordable, and reliable Internet. Online Streaming Act regulation; Seeking to prevent Act from contributing to Internet fragmentation that would harm and restrict Canada’s access to an open, globally connected, secure and trustworthy Internet Online safety legislation; Seeking to prevent upcoming legislation from contributing to Internet fragmentation that would harm and restrict Canada’s access to an open, globally connected, secure and trustworthy Internet Online News Act regulations; seeking to prevent Act from contributing to Internet fragmentation that would harm and restrict Canada’s access to an open, globally connected, secure and trustworthy Internet Internet resiliency; Seeking to provide recommendations that would contribute to more resilient Internet infrastructure in Canada Bill S-210, An Act to restrict young persons’ online access to sexually explicit material, with respect to its negative impact on an open, globally connected, secure and trustworthy Internet.

Bill S-211, National Framework on Advertising for Sports Betting Act, with respect to gambling advertising regulation in Canada Meetings with federal government will discuss the enactment of legislation to protect Canadians from illegal operators ongoing operations of illegal gambling websites within Canada and to discuss the role of the provincial gaming authorities.

Discussions about parliamentary appropriation for CBC/Radio-Canada; changes to enable statutory funding for CBC/Radio-Canada and other updates to CBC/Radio-Canada's mandate and governance Regulating ad tech and digital platforms to provide more transparency and accountability around advertising practices; amendments to the Income Tax Act that will incentivise Canadian companies to support domestic media publishers Discussing C-63 The Online Harms Act and C-270 An Act to amend the Criminal Code (pornographic material) - Proposing amendments to C-63 The Online Harms Act and C-270 An Act to amend the Criminal Code (pornographic material) Canadian Heritage Committee study of online hate and illegal content and promised legislation Possible amendment to Section 19 of the Income Tax Act respecting the deductibility of digital advertising on non-Canadian platforms Review of the Broadcasting and Telecommunications Acts with respect to the promotion of Canadian culture and democracy. CBC mandate review Online Harms Act - proposals to address ad tech C-270 An Act to amend the Criminal Code (pornographic material) - proposals to address ad tech Broadcasting policy: regulation, funding, licensing, Canadian programming, media concentration and restrictions on foreign ownership, equal enforcement of the Broadcasting Act, application of the Broadcasting Act to non-traditional media, support for public broadcasting, independence of CBC/Radio Canada and other related governance concerns, protecting Canadian content on air and online.

The Online Streaming Act and the regulation of online content The Online News Act, and the regulation of online news content for digital news intermediaries. the Digital Charter Implementation Act, and the protection of, and consent to, the use of data by consumers on online platforms Tax policy as it relates to a digital services tax on technology companies Proposed Online Harms legislation and its requirements and impact upon online platforms Policy focused on mental health and creating a safer online experience for Canadians Policies related to the adoption and regulation of artificial intelligence Policies related to public safety in a digital world Policies related to cybersecurity and national security Online broadcasting policy as it relates to requirements for social media platforms Copyright Act and possible changes to user rights and intermediary liability An Act respecting cyber security, amending the Telecommunications Act and making consequential amendments to other Acts, and cybersecurity requirements for businesses under Part 2, the Critical Cyber Systems Protection Act

Discussion of upskilling cyber security capabilities within the workforce of law enforcement to combat domestic and transnational crime. A conversation regarding AI-focused data centre infrastructure in Canada, including dedicated sovereign capacity, to retain economic value, strengthen domestic innovation capacity, and reinforce Canada’s position as a global AI leader. Introduction to the Rogers' Cybersecure Catalyst's mandate and scope of work across cybersecurity training, entrepreneurship, research, policy development, and public education for individuals, entrepreneurs, and organizations of all sizes. Discussion to support robust government regulation to curb harmful content, with calls for measures addressing online harms such as removing child sexual abuse material, labelling AI-generated content, and increasing parental controls. Discussion regarding the development of an AI Intelligence Unit to supplement the work of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Technology Measurement Program (TechStat) Briefed about community based seniors services sector. Discussed Aging with Dignity bilateral agreements. Suggested amendments on Bill C-16 about coercive control to include non-intimate partner relationships (relatives and caregivers) to ensure equal protection for older adults. Email with an endorsed letter supporting TMU's National Institute on Aging's proposal for amending the Canadian Pension Plan to implement a Pension Delay Guarantee policy Conversation about TMU's Creative School and the implications of Artificial Intelligence and workforce development, SME adoption, applied research, and sector-wide innovation in the creative sector Conversation about TMU's National Institute on Aging's proposal for amending the Canadian Pension Plan to implement a Pension Delay Guarantee policy Discussion about the innovation economy, emerging technology, and business adoption with government leaders as part of the Innovative Economy table with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce Discussion of National Cyber Strategy and its integration with specific needs for small and medium businesses related to workforce development Discussion of cyber capacity building in Indo-Pacific Region and Latin America Conversation about innovation in housing as a follow-up to funding that was received from Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario for the Centre for Housing Innovation Conversation regarding the development and adaption dual-use technology Conversation about IP Clinic Program, specifically regarding client and student experiences within the program and about Canada’s IP landscape. Conversation with FedDev ON to discuss a funding proposal for building national defence capacity and a discussion about programming to include supporting ON based SMBs to position themselves to sell into Canadian defence supply chains Discussion to introduce the Diversity Institute and it's work to the policy team at WAGE Conversation about the Industrial Research Program with the new advisor to help with advice, connections, and to help with Canadian small and medium-sized businesses increase their innovation capacity. Discussion about a potential project at TMU's School of Engineering Discussing artificial intelligence, adoption, and impacts on workforce skills/labour market. Conversation about veteran transition and mental health initiatives that the university offers Conversation about financial literacy and tax education research Conversation about arctic and northern community research Conversation about workforce development to drive innovation and collaboration in the labour market by developing digital solutions and fostering partnerships that enhance connectivity and inclusivity and creating Northern Ontario partnerships Conversation about the modernization of student financial aid and digital inclusion Discussion about school of medicine and health force expansion Conversation around capital funding and student housing Conversation about primar

Engagement with the government of Canada on federal funding programs devoted to the development of technologies aimed at supporting online content regulation and consumer privacy protection. Engagement with government and parliamentarians on policies and programs impacting online digital platforms, more specifically on the regulation of online content and consumer privacy protection, such as Law C-18 ( the Online News Act, 2023), Law C-11 (the Online Streaming Act, 2023), Bill C-36 (amendments to the Code and the Canadian Human Rights Act to address hate propaganda, hate crimes and hate speech), as well as Bill C-27 (Digital Charter Implementation Act, 2022).