Runa Angus

PIPEDA modernization including Bill C-36 Bill C-27, Digital Charter Implementation Act, 2022 - application to federal political parties Bill C-4, Part 4 - privacy and data protection regimes applicable to federal political parties Bill C-27 Digital Charter Implementation Act and Bill C-65 Act to Amend the Canada Elections Act - privacy and data protection regimes applicable to federal political parties

Discussions on the collection, handling, and use of data by companies and government institutions. Engagement with government on taxation matters, including proposed digital services tax. Provide input on immigration and training policies that support Canadians in finding meaningful employment and assist employers in securing skilled workers, particularly in areas such as marketing and AI. Engage in dialogue on the impact of trade agreements and tariffs, including the CUSMA, on marketing and its’ related services. Engage in discussions and consultations regarding the evolution of legislation, such as privacy, artificial intelligence and intellectual property laws that impact the competitiveness of marketing practices. Contribute insights to policy development aimed at growing Canada's digital economy to support competitiveness, including AI activities in the marketing sector. Engage in discussions regarding the evolution of privacy laws and regulations that impact marketing practices. Our aim is to contribute to the development of policies that effectively protect consumers while supporting innovation and economic growth in Canada's marketing sector. Competition Act: Discussions with government to ensure competition law and enforcement (with regards to deceptive marketing, misleading advertising provisions, and new measures related to competition in the digital economy) serves marketers and consumers.

The Council of Canadian Innovators (CCI) is engaging with government officials to discuss the alignment between CCI’s priorities and the federal government’s efforts to foster innovation in Canada. These discussions focus on ensuring that government programs and policies effectively support high-growth Canadian technology firms and strengthen the country’s innovation ecosystem. Canadian Sovereign AI Compute Strategy: advocacy was focused on bringing domestic firms into the value chain through policies and measures that provide equal opportunity for Canadian Head Quartered companies. Discussion on the intangible economy, SR&ED, and economic growth as it relates to domestic expenditures for intellectual property filing, as well as a focus on small and medium-sized companies. US Trade - discussed Tariffs and handling of Canada US Mexico Trade Agreement. Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) to establish a sponsorship agreement related to CCI's Board education training program for the intangible economy. Small Business and Tourism, Changes to Canadian Export Program (CanExport) so it allows more technology companies to apply Procurement – Changes to Request for Proposal (RFP) process to break down large bundles into smaller amounts for Medium and Small Business (SMEs) can apply Health Canada: advocate for an increase of resources for Therapeutics Canada for them to speed up processing times and efficiencies within their department; create working groups and framework with industry leaders and health Canada on digital and data health, and create a therapeutics working group with industry and health Canada. Finance – Changes to Scientific research and experimental development (SR&ED) tax incentive program to make the process easier for Medium and Small Business (SMEs) to apply and report on the current program, to further increase the maximum a SME can apply for Export Development Canada (EDC) to establish a sponsorship agreement related to CCI's Board education training program for the intangible economy. Environment and Climate Change Canada, give input and feedback on the PanCanada Framework, Canada-China agreement for scientific and technological cooperation, and the relationship between Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emitters & CO2 Reducers. Our focus is on involving Canadian high-growth firms in the policies and programs the government is working on regarding climate change and the greening of government. Discussions on international trade, specifically on the North American Free Trade Agreement with respect to data localisation, labour mobility and tariffs. Defence & Security: advocate for a domestic-focused cybersecurity ecosystem that has Canadian companies at the centre of a national cybersecurity defence policy. Citizenship and immigration – Change the current work visa time lines, seek changes to the the Labour Market Impact Assessment for expatiating and a faster process Changes to Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP) to make the process easier for Medium and Small Business (SMEs) to apply and report on the current program, to Increase the maximum amount a SME can apply for Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) - changes to (scientific research and experimental development) SR&ED program with how it is administered and reviewed. Discussed companies SR&ED claims and issues with their processing. Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) to establish a sponsorship agreement related to CCI's Board education training program for the intangible economy.

Discussions concerning policies, that relate to Canadian defense spending, including opportunities to Canada's automotive sector Auto Innovation Fund, Strategic Innovation Fund, Strategic Response Fund, and R&D/Innovation Funds: Financial assistance and funding with ongoing manufacturing investments in Canada for vehicle and engine manufacturing facilities and R&D centres. Discussions about federal efforts to address automotive theft as they relate to vehicle tracking, law enforcement collaboration, and regulatory measures. Discussions about Transport Canada’s connected vehicle security policies as they relate to industry standards, cybersecurity risks and regulatory compliance Review of Canada's Bank Act and financial regulations in Canada U.S. policies regarding the auto sector as it relates to Canadian automotive, steel, aluminum and critical mineral exports and imports. U.S. policies regarding tariffs as it relates to Canadian automotive, steel, aluminum and critical mineral exports. U.S. policies regarding trade as it relates to Canadian automotive, steel, aluminum and critical mineral exports. Provide an overview of Canada's integrated auto sector and Canada's role in the global auto sector Promote investments and improvements to new and existing trade infrastructure to support the automotive manufacturing supply chain. Ensure an automotive strategy provides for a competitive environment that encourages maintenance of current and new automotive investment. Discussion concerning policies that relate to import and export of vehicles and parts, including impact on Canada's automotive sector and national security. Discussions concerning investments in Canada as it relates to automotive and automotive parts manufacturing, EV battery and EV battery supply chain manufacturing, critical minerals, including incentive support and taxation. Budget recommendations related to attracting investment to Canada, business competitiveness, taxation, grants and incentives, and any other policies or regulations related to automotive sector, advanced manufacturing and R&D Discussions regarding transportation, vehicle electrification and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, including the government's light-duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) sales mandate regulation, ZEV charging and refueling infrastructure development, and consumer issues. Discussions related to the broad range of electrified vehicles and multi-energy technologies Discussions regarding consultations, policies and regulations related to technology and IT Communications Discussions regarding consultation, outreach, policies and opportunities related to investment, development, export/import of critical minerals Transportation system policies and disruptions, CBSA Assessment & Revenue Management (CARM); Beyond the Border; Trusted Trader; Customs Self Assessment (CSA); support border policies and administration by CBSA supports and enhances trans-border shipments of goods, cross-border movement of workers who perform essential services, and security. Trade agreement negotiation and policies/regulations/tariffs related to import/exports to support the Canadian automotive sector Bilateral and plurolateral trade agreements comprehend the North American integration of the Automotive industry USMCA: Participation in consultation group in the renegotiation of the United States, Mexico, Canada agreement, administered by Global Affairs Canada. Technology Partnerships Canada (PSIP Project 494063 - Government Support to Renew Oakville Assembly Complex) Section 232 - Participating in discussions to highlight impact of steel and aluminum tariffs on Canadian automotive industry Pan Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change: Participation in working groups (ZEV strategy) administered by various ministries including ISED, Natural Resources Canada and Transport Canada. Other trade agreements (ie: Mercosur, China) - Participating in working groups to promote fair trade agreement supportin

Federal taxation policy as it pertains to Bill C-15, An Act to implement certain provisions of the budget tabled in Parliament on November 4th, 2025 (Budget 2025 Implementation Act, No. 1). Policies and legislation related to the adoption, governance, and regulation of artificial intelligence, including algorithmic pricing practices. Policies and legislation related to federal consumer privacy protection and data governance, including the former Bill C-27, An Act to enact the Consumer Privacy Protection Act, the Personal Information and Data Protection Tribunal Act and the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act and to make consequential and related amendments to other Acts (Digital Charter Implementation Act, 2022). All matters related to Canada’s food supply chain, food pricing, and food labelling, including Bill C-226, An Act to develop a national framework for food price transparency (National Framework for Food Price Transparency Act). All matters related to independent and flexible work opportunities in Canada, including federal policies, programs, and legislation affecting gig economy workers.

Issues related to manufacturing, supply chain development, and Canada's new industrial strategy. Issues affecting the automotive industry, including supply chain and innovation and infrastructure requirements of the future. North American cross-border commerce.

Seeking opportunities to work with the Government to improve efficiencies, cost savings and increased productivity in relation to the Deficit Reduction Action Plan. Legislative and regulatory developments with respect to online data gathering Legislative and regulatory developments Copyright and trademark law as it relates to intellectual property Developments in relation to the developing of a Government cloud policy An Act to amend the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act and to make a consequential amendment to another act, with respect to the potential impacts on Privacy/Cross Border Data Flows An Act to Amend the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) Act, with respect to requirements for multinational and foreign based enterprises

Seeking opportunities to work with the Government to improve efficiencies, cost savings and increased productivity in relation to the Government's Information Technology Strategy Plan Seeking opportunities to work with the Government to improve efficiencies, cost savings and increased productivity in relation to the Deficit Reduction Action Plan. Legislative and regulatory developments with respect to online data gathering Legislative and regulatory developments Copyright and trademark law as it relates to intellectual property Discussions regarding C-63, An Act to enact the Online Harms Act, to amend the Criminal Code, the Canadian Human Rights Act and An Act respecting the mandatory reporting of Internet child pornography by persons who provide an Internet service and to make consequential and related amendments to other Acts. Discussions regarding C-27, Digital Charter Implementation Act, including the Consumer Privacy Protection Act, the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act, and the Personal Information and Data Protection Tribunal Act. Discussions regarding C-26, An Act respecting cybersecurity, amending the Telecommunications Act and making consequential amendments to other acts. Discussions regarding C-18, Online News Act Discussions regarding C-11, Online Streaming Act. Developments in relation to the developing of a Government cloud policy An Act to amend the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act and to make a consequential amendment to another act, with respect to the potential impacts on Privacy/Cross Border Data Flows An Act to Amend the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) Act, with respect to requirements for multinational and foreign based enterprises

Discuss the benefits of information sharing and safe harbour status in reducing fraud Bill C-27 Digital Implementation Act regarding the privacy provisions Enhancing the mandate and structure of the Canadian Financial Crimes Agency.