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Simon Kennedy

Deputy Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)0 communications in the past year

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Volkswagen AG

25

Development of manufacturing plant, supply chain, labour force and training programs; Strategic Innovation Fund; Investigation of other potential financial incentives, programs or policies

Investigation of potential development of manufacturing plant and raw material supply, Strategic Innovation Fund, Investigation of other potential financial incentives

Heidelberg Materials

13

Seeking funding from Innovation Science and Economic Development, Strategic Innovation Fund, for the construction of a Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage Facility Advocating for a Carbon Capture Utilization Storage Investment Tax Credit

BlackBerry

8

Cybersecurity capacity development Discuss public safety related initiatives including border security Cybersecurity laws, policies and regulations National Security Technologies and Solutions International Trade to help expand Canadian trade internationally Trade Policy, with respect to BlackBerry market access issues experienced internationally, specifically tariffs and non-tariff trade barriers Strategic Innovation Fund, specifically application for funding for corporate R&D project Investment Canada Act - specifically with respect to technologies Intellectual property - specifically related to IP policies that encourage private investment in development of technologies that support supply chain resiliency Innovation - discussions regarding the Canadian government's Innovation Agenda; including programs government may be considering to foster innovation in the Canadian ICT industry (e.g. skills & training, centres of excellence, R&D funding and incentives, government use of technology) Government Procurement - specifically Government priorities and role for private industry in helping to achieve government objectives - e.g. remote work, IT modernization, innovation and R&D intensive products, and crisis communications Government funding for private sector R&D technology projects Discuss Canada's Defence and Procurement Strategies

Trade Policy, with respect to BlackBerry market access issues experienced internationally, specifically tariffs and non-tariff trade barriers Strategic Innovation Fund, specifically application for funding for corporate R&D project Investment Canada Act - specifically with respect to technologies Intellectual property - specifically related to IP policies that encourage private investment in development of technologies that support supply chain resiliency Innovation - discussions regarding the Canadian government's Innovation Agenda; including programs government may be considering to foster innovation in the Canadian ICT industry (e.g. skills & training, centres of excellence, R&D funding and incentives, government use of technology) Income Tax Act - specifically the provisions dealing with Foreign Accrual Property Tax income Government Procurement - specifically Government priorities and role for private industry in helping to achieve government objectives - e.g. remote work, IT modernization, innovation and R&D intensive products, and crisis communications Government funding for private sector R&D technology projects Foreign temporary workers program, with respect to intercompany transfers COVID-19 Disclosure Notification Application "COVID Alert" - specifically assisting the Government of Canada with the security assessment and engaging in discussion on the importance of data privacy, security and integrity of the app COVID-19 Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) program - specifically to help prevent job losses and better position the company to resume normal operations following the crisis. COVID-19 and the workplace - specifically the Government's return to work plan and policies for Canadian companies

Telesat

8

Work with the Government of Canada on international engagements as it relates to the digital economy and Internet connectivity. Work with government to promote and support Canada's digital economy, specifically in regards to advancing rural broadband. Work with Government of Canada to promote and support Canada's space economy Providing input to discussions or proceedings regarding support for expansion of broadband service to rural areas. Providing industry input to the Government on the Canadian Space Agency regarding the future of the Agency. Provide input to Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada regarding spectrum and orbital slot allocation procedures, as well as spectrum fees. Engage with the Strategic Innovation Fund regarding communication technologies. Engage with the government of Canada on funding programs aimed at advancing the deployment of rural broadband Engage with the government of Canada on federal funding programs aimed at supporting communication technologies. Engage in discussions with the Government of Canada on the creation of a National Space Council Encourage the Government of Canada to fulfill unique communications, scientific or military requirements through new satellite programs Discussions with the Government of Canada on immigration as it relates to attracting and retaining a highly skilled workforce Changes to the regulatory fees charged by government for spectrum and orbital slots

Canada's Space Innovators (Space Canada)

7

Transportation, with respect to rocket launch regulations Transportation, with respect to Canada's launch capacity Telecommunications, with respect to satellite technology for connectivity; advanced communications technologies; digital economic strategies; spectrum policy and auctions Security, with respect to the Government of Canada creating a National Space Council Security, with respect to space technologies as part of Canada's Critical Infrastructure Science and technology, with respect to space technology policies and programs Research and development, with respect to space technology R&D policies and programs; Canadian involvement in international space programs Regional development, with respect to utilization of satellite technology for connectivity; advanced communications technologies Mining, with respect to space resource utilization policy Labour, with respect to discussions with the Government of Canada on immigration as it relates to attracting and retaining a highly skilled workforce International trade, with respect to remote Space Systems Sensing Act (RSSSA) regulations and procedures; satellite mission data policy International trade, with respect to remote Space Systems Sensing Act (RSSSA) legislation, regulations and procedures; international trade agreements; modernization of space regulatory framework; international cooperation agreements; international cooperation agreements; international space norms and regulations International trade, with respect to Canada's trade policy; Export and Import Permits Act; Export Control List; international trade agreements; export permit applications; Trade Commissioners Service (TCS) assistance; Export Development Canada (EDC) assistance; Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) assistance International relations, with respect to the Government of Canada creating a National Space Council International relations, with respect to Canadian involvement in international space programs Intellectual property, with respect to protection and ownership of Intellectual Property (IP) Infrastructure, with respect to space technologies as part of Canada's Critical Infrastructure Industry, with respect to space regulatory framework modernization; international cooperation agreements; broadband regulations; spectrum policy and auctions Industry, with respect to future space regulatory framework changes Industry, with respect to Canadian space program policy and governance; space strategies; advocacy for a National Space Council; Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) program; commercial space policy and programs; future government space mission concepts; Canadian involvement in international space programs; international cooperation agreements Immigration, with respect to discussions with the Government of Canada on immigration as it relates to attracting and retaining a highly skilled workforce Government procurement, with respect to procurement policies; Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) program Fisheries, with respect to space techologies to monitor Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing Environment, with respect to space techologies to measure climate change and to monitor ecosystems. Economic development, with respect to the Government of Canada creating a National Space Council Economic development, with respect to space regulatory framework modernization; international cooperation agreements; broadband regulations; spectrum policy and auctions Economic development, with respect to Canadian space program policy and governance; space strategies; advocacy for a National Space Council; Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) program; commercial space policy and programs; future government space mission concepts; Canadian involvement in international space programs; international cooperation agreements Defence, with respect to the Government of Canada creating a National Space Council Defence, with respect to current and future defence space programs and

Concordia University

7

Teacher training in Quebec. Explore opportunites to obtain funding from the New Media Research and Development Initiative and/or the Development of Official-language Communities Program to adapt a digital learning tool into French to offer opportunities for use in both official languages. Post-secondary education research. Press for an increased contribution from the Government of Canada regarding the indirect costs of research. Make representations to the Minister regarding the funding levels of various research granting agencies. Discuss Canada's Science and Technology research orientations. Explore experiential learning opportunities that would allow students to work directly with departments and agencies, including posting and providing opportunities for students. Obtain infrastructure funding under the Building Canada Plan, the Knowledge Infrastructure Program and Recreational Infrastructures Canada to: renovate and expand our athletics facilities; renovate and expand our teaching and research capability in Fine Arts at the Grey Nuns facility and; enhance and improve our overall research and development infrastructure. Obtain historic site designation for our Grey Nuns property under the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada (administered by Parks Canada). Improvement of federal student aid for certain categories of students Examine the possibility of reducing the time required by Citizenship and Immigration Canada to issue study permits. Public Service Concordia Champion. Discussed how Concordia students can learn about existing opportunities in the Canadian public service.

MDA SPACE

7

Discussions related to corporate taxation, SR&ED and ITCs Discussions related to funding for technology development and research and development (R&D) involving space, maritime, aerospace and defence initiatives Discussions relating to intellectual property protection Discussions related to achievement of Indigenous Participation Plans Discussions related to timely, streamlined immigration approvals for skilled talent recruitment Promoting MDA CHORUS to address government need for Earth observation data Discussions relating to spectrum policy, applications and auctions, broadband regulations, satellite band interference, satellite registration and modernization of space regulations Discussions relating to defence export promotion and international cooperation agreements Seeking coverage of space infrastructure as part of Canada’s critical infrastructure strategy Discussions relating industrial security, security clearances, controlled goods and export permits Discussions relating to Strategic Partnerships, the Buy Canadian Policy and the Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) program Discussions relating to international trade agreements Advocacy for a commitment to, or funding for, policies and programs related to space (civil, defence and commercial) and non-space initiatives Discussions related to amendments to space regulations including the Remote Space Systems Sensing Act (RSSSA), the development of a National Space Act, and coverage of currently unregulated space capabilities (In-space Servicing, Assembly and Manufacturing, Launch) Advocating for the modernization of Canada’s space regulatory framework for Earth observation, telecommunications, in-space servicing, assembly and manufacturing, and launch Discussions relating to national defence programs to reinforce national security priorities using space and non-space technology Discussions relating to current and future space and defence programs such as satellite connectivity, Earth observation, communications and space exploration missions

U15-Group of Canadian Research Universities

7

Advocacy regarding the Government of Canada’s innovation and economic development agenda, including policies, programs and regulations developed by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada and other relevant departments and agencies that directly or indirectly impact the post-secondary education sector. Advocacy regarding the Government of Canada’s health research and life sciences agenda, including policies, programs and regulations developed by Health Canada and other relevant departments and agencies that directly or indirectly impact the post-secondary education sector. Advocacy regarding immigration policies, programs and regulations related to international students, faculty, and highly qualified research personnel developed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and other relevant departments and agencies that directly or indirectly impact the post-secondary education sector. Advocacy regarding housing strategy issues, policies and programs that directly or indirectly impact the post-secondary education sector. Advocacy regarding Government of Canada training, employment and skills policies or programs, developed by Employment and Social Development Canada and other relevant departments and agencies, that directly or indirectly impact the post-secondary education sector with respect to their research and education activities. Advocacy regarding Canada’s research and development agenda, including research funding administered through the granting agencies and other federal departments and agencies, program design, and regulatory concerns related to research, including research security. Advocacy to ensure that proposals to develop or amend federal legislation, regulations, policies or programs that directly or indirectly impact the post-secondary system reflect the needs of universities and support research and education activities, including communication with public office holders in the House of Commons of Canada, the Senate of Canada and relevant departments and agencies. Activities related to the operation of U15 digital initiatives including Cognit.ca and SecureScholar.

ATCO

6

To discuss and support government initiatives related to critical infrastructure resilience, cybersecurity, digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and resilient energy infrastructure modernization. Discussions regarding Immigration program considerations related to manufacturing labour shortages, including coordinating with provinces and the inclusion of manufacturing National Occupation Classifications (NOC) in federal pathways to permanent residency and regional workforce needs. Discussions regarding energy transition legislation, federal investment tax credits and regulations. To explore areas of alignment and compatibility with federal policies and programs in the context of deploying temporary and permanent modular housing, including medium density housing, workforce housing, affordable housing, and community infrastructure. Pursuing international trade and expanding markets for infrastructure development. Federal policies and programs with respect to transition to a lower carbon energy system, renewable energy, and energy infrastructure. Discussions regarding provision of buildings, camps, and logistical services. Discussions regarding federal frameworks with regards to the environment, including climate change and air pollutant regulation.

Bell Canada

6

Discussions regarding procedures and policies as well as best practices and reducing costs in procurement associated with end user devices, networks, support services and solutions, including development and deployment of sovereign AI capacity. Seeking to raise awareness about Bell’s technological innovations, including AI, with an aim to convey how policies affect investments in innovation and research. Copyright Act amendments affecting internet service providers and/or broadcasting distribution undertakings and/or broadcasting programming undertakings Discuss and sharing of best practices with respect to Bell Let’s Talk mental health initiative. Proposed government broadband programs, policies and initiatives including in rural and Northern Canada. The Comprehensive Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), provisions related to copyright, culture, telecommunications and broadcasting. The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), provisions related to copyright, culture, telecommunications and broadcasting. Spectrum policy framework with respect to technological and financial implications of government policies. Replacement Worker Legislation - legislation that bans replacement workers during a labour dispute hindering our ability to operate our networks and serve our customers Regulatory modernization of the Canada Labour Code. Proposing amendments pursuant to Income Tax Act. Potential Amendments to the Broadcasting Act. Potential Amendments to the Broadcast Act and Telecommunications Act as per legislative review. Policies relating to signal piracy, and copyright infringement Policies Relating to Broadcasting Distribution Undertakings with regard to the terms of carriage of our services by terrestrial and satellite television distributors Pension plan regulations with regard to their impact on the solvency funding and other requirements for Bell as a plan sponsor Legislation regulation or policies focused on critical infrastructure, cyber security and lawful access Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) labour force -- policies related to increasing the talent supply in Canada Broadcasting Policies Relating to Specialty and Pay Television Broadcasting Policies Relating to Conventional Television Broadcasting Policies Relating to Commercial Radio Broadcasting Licence Fee Regulations, 1997 under section 11 of the Broadcasting Act. An Act to amend the Consumer Privacy Protection Act and the Personal Information and Date Protection Tribunal Act, as well legislation, policies or regulation having impact on Bell customers from a privacy perspective, and with respect to obligations imposed on carriers with respect to intercept and subscriber information. Act respecting online communications platforms that make news content available to persons in Canada

Recent activity

Sep 12, 2024
Sep 9, 2024
Marc Desmarais contacted Simon Kennedy on behalf of Delpharm
Sep 5, 2024
Aug 27, 2024
Aug 20, 2024
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Aug 8, 2024
Marc Desmarais contacted Simon Kennedy on behalf of Delpharm
Jul 23, 2024
Marc Parent contacted Simon Kennedy on behalf of cae
Jul 17, 2024
Jun 21, 2024
Nancy C Southern contacted Simon Kennedy on behalf of ATCO
Jun 19, 2024
Jun 11, 2024
Daniel Goldberg contacted Simon Kennedy on behalf of Telesat
Jun 7, 2024