Simone Racanelli

Engaging with federal departments and agencies to advance Project Vigilance, a Canadian-led proposal to replace the Kingston-class vessels through the Continental Defence Corvette (CDC) program under the National Shipbuilding Strategy, supporting Canada’s NATO defence investment commitments. Arranging meetings with public office holders and senior officials to leverage existing shipyard capacity, supply chains, and provincial investments to strengthen Canada’s defence-industrial base and accelerate capability delivery through the new Defence Investment Agency. Assist client in raising profile within government, to secure procurement contracts for ship repair

Assist client in raising profile within government, to secure procurement contracts for ship repair

Arranging meetings with public office holders and senior officials to leverage existing shipyard capacity, supply chains, and provincial investments to strengthen Canada’s defence-industrial base and accelerate capability delivery through the new Defence Investment Agency. Engaging with federal departments and agencies to advance Project Vigilance, a Canadian-led proposal to replace the Kingston-class vessels through the Continental Defence Corvette (CDC) program under the National Shipbuilding Strategy, supporting Canada’s NATO defence investment commitments. Assist client in raising profile within government, to secure procurement contracts for ship building and repair

Policy and program recommendations regarding the government's priorities in delivering major transportation projects. Communications with public office holders regarding provision of consulting and operational services (solutions) for transportation infrastructure projects. Communications with public office holders regarding funding programs which support infrastructure projects, research and development and training, and economic opportunities in the transportation and rail space.

Transport Canada Rail Program related to support for logistics to ship product to Western Canada. Air Quality regulations and compliance pertaining to the ongoing operations of Coke Plants as part of integrated steelmaking. CUSMA review, USA Tariffs and Internal trade Strategic Response Fund (SRF) Entry Visa's to facilitate investment discussions Buy Canada Initiative SIF Net Zero accelerator Fund Requesting that Consular Offices assist in facilitating employees' return to Canada. Communicating with the Government of Canada about Ballast Water Control and Management Regulations SOR/2011-237, more specifically management of ballast on vessels. Communicating with government officials about the Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) for Canada's steel sector and Finance Canada about the Investment Tax Credits for investment in equipment to reduce carbon intensity. Communicating with government officials about the imposition of countermeasures (surtaxes) on steel imports from the United States Communicating with government officials about the imposition of national security tariffs on steel exports to the United States. Communicating with government officials about the Federal carbon Pricing backstop, specifically the Output-Based Pricing System (OBPS) Communicating with government officials about the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), specifically those provisions related to the steel sector.

FedDev Ontario funding under the Regional Defence Investment Initiative and funding through DMAC to purchase our drones and donate back to Ukraine. High-level discussions to advise on how defence procurement policy can (1) enhance capacity for domestic manufacturing of single and dual use remotely piloted aircraft systems, and (2) facilitate the sale and export of such technology to allied nations.

Engaging with the government of Canada to learn more about, and consult on the design of the Canada Strong Fund. Assistance understanding and navigating import/export permits under the Controlled Goods Program. Strategic Innovation Fund assistance to build defence manufacturing capacity in Canada. Advocating for support under the FedDev program. Help understanding and applying for Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems certification.

To discuss AirBoss’ capabilities with the Government of Canada, including research and development, advanced manufacturing, and opportunities to strengthen sovereign industrial capability and drive job creation in Canada. Engaging with government officials to discuss the procurement of supplies and equipment for Ukraine.

Work with government to promote and support Canada’s digital economy, including ensuring the availability of a high-skilled tech workforce. Work with government to facilitate the process of selling goods and services online, and delivering them to consumers.

Engage government regarding black mass recycling, imports and hazardous waste classification. To participate and help shape the government's EV and critical minerals strategy through open-ended discussions. Engagement with government officials to seek funding for critical mineral refining and recycling, in support of Canada's zero emission vehicle supply chain.

Federal funding for clean technology manufacturing expansion and research and development for next-generation building-integrated photovoltaic systems through FedDev Ontario BSP, NRC IRAP, and Strategic Response Fund Net-Zero Accelerator. Building-integrated photovoltaic cladding systems for federal housing, infrastructure, and facility construction aligned with the Buy Canadian Policy procurement framework and net-zero building standards. International market expansion for building-integrated photovoltaic technology through federal export development programs and trade commissioner services.

The Gwich'in Tribal Council is eager to work with the federal government to increase job opportunities, develop quality infrastructure, promote health and wellness, and preserve the culture and language of the Gwich'in people.

Arranging meetings to discuss the Government of Canada’s defence capabilities and procurement. PwC seeks to support the Government of Canada's digital government, expenditure review, nation building projects and infrastructure priorities, providing solutions that help strengthen operations and government productivity. Arranging meetings to discuss the government of Canada’s artificial intelligence (AI) policies including adoption of AI, government productivity and digital transformation. Arranging meetings to discuss policy approaches to modernizing the Government of Canada’s procurement and capital asset management systems. Arranging meetings to discuss the Government of Canada’s housing policies and the Build Canada Homes (BCH) agency.