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Sophie Goyette-Hamels

Regional Advisor, Canadian Heritage (PCH)0 communications in the past year

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Confederation Centre of the Arts

3

Seeking increased funding for the Centre through the Canada Arts Presentation Fund. Explore funding opportunities through Canadian Heritage's Canada Cultural Spaces Fund, ACOA and Infrastructure Canada to fund the revitalization and renovation of the Confederation Centre of the Arts.

Explore funding opportunities through Canadian Heritage's Canada Cultural Spaces Fund, ACOA and Infrastructure Canada to fund the revitalization and renovation of the Confederation Centre of the Arts.

National Ballet of Canada

3

Eligibility and application to funding programs created by Canada Council for the Arts Examination of funding opportunities related to infrastructure, tourism, and regional development. Creation of new cultural export programs under the Budget plan for Showcasing Cultural Exports Abroad Advocating for an annual increase to Canadian Heritage's Canada Cultural Investment Fund - Endowment Incentives component.

New funding programs created by Canada Council for the Arts. Examination of funding opportunities for facility improvement under the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund. Creation of new cultural export programs under the Budget plan for Showcasing Cultural Exports Abroad. Advocating for a $20 million annual increase to Canadian Heritage's Canada Cultural Investment Fund - Endowment Incentives component. Advocate for COVID-19 economic supports to incentivize charitable donations and support operating expenses for the arts and culture sector.

New funding programs created by Canada Council for the Arts Examination of funding opportunities for facility improvement under the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund Creation of new cultural export programs under the Budget plan for Showcasing Cultural Exports Abroad Changes to the Endowment Incentives Program of the Canada Cultural Investment Fund related to the cap on maximum funding

PAA Advisory | Conseils

Canadian Opera Company

2

Increased funding for the Canada Cultural Investment Fund and Canadian Heritage core funding

Pursue infrastructure funding through the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund for the redevelopment of the Canadian Opera Company's Front Street, Toronto location. Increased funding for the Canada Cultural Investment Fund

PAA Advisory | Conseils

Toronto Symphony Orchestra

2

Government funding for the orchestra sector, notably through the Canada Council for the Arts, Department of Canadian Heritage, and FedDev Ontario.

PAA Advisory | Conseils

Atlantic Ballet

1

Secure funding for programs being run by Atlantic Ballet Receive investment through the Canada Arts Training Fund and Community Support, Multiculturalism, and Anti-Racism Initiatives Program

Canadian Alliance of Student Associations

1

Dedicate 35 million of the existing funding commitment for student and Indigenous housing under Build Canada Homes towards the construction of student residences by post-secondary institutions Increase post-secondary student funding to the First Nations, Inuit and Métis education strategies by $200 million per year, permanently Research funding for graduate students, and adjusting the funding envelope for student research by inflation. Funding for non-profit housing and post-secondary institution residences. Investment in the Student Work Placement Program to strengthen work-integrated learning opportunities for students in small and medium enterprises. On-campus student mental health resources, with respect to implementing the new fund of $500 million over 4 years for more and improved mental health services on post-secondary campuses. Double the Express Entry Program immigration points in Part D of the Comprehensive Ranking System allocating 60 points for a three or more year Canadian post-secondary credential, or 30 points for a one or two year Canadian post-secondary credential to retain those most likely to economically succeed in Canada. Contracts for federal infrastructure construction and maintenance contracts ensure hours worked on federal projects are worked by apprentices. Also establish that apprenticeship hours requirement for recipients of grants and contributions for federal housing programs such as the Affordable Housing Fund, Apartment Construction Loan Program, and Federal Lands Initiative. The Off-Campus Work Permit Program, with respect to extending the benefits of off-campus work permits to international students studying part-time at recognized universities and colleges in Canada. The Copyright Act, with respect to Educational exemptions listed under fair dealing provisions. The Canada Student Financial Assistance Program, with respect to ensuring the weekly loan limit rises with the needs of students by increasing the weekly loan limit amount from $210 to $300. The Canada Student Financial Assistance Program, with respect to eliminating the expected parental and spousal contribution in the assessment of resources for borrowers. The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), with respect to including student households in its rental market data. The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), with respect to including post-secondary institutions and university residences in existing housing funding programs and projects. SSHRC, CIHR, and NSERC, with respect to increasing the number, and value of scholarships provided to student researchers through the federal granting agencies. SSHRC, CIHR, and NSERC, with respect to improving governance and broadening considered perspectives via the addition of a student seat on the governing boards of the federal granting agencies. Repayment Assistance Program, with regard to changing eligibility requirements, removing entry barriers for students in loan default, exempting EI recipients, and creating program streams for underrepresented groups. Protecting student intellectual property rights at Canada's universities and colleges, with respect to creating a set of criteria for institutions to abide by in order to be eligible for research funding granted by the CIHR, SSHRC, and NSERC. Post-Secondary Student Support Program Funding, with respect to lifting the 2% cap on this funding, increases in the number of students funded, and the amount given to each student. International Student working hours, with respect to permanently eliminating the off-campus working hour limit for students while studying in Canada. International Student visas, with respect to allowing for visa holders to participate in co-op opportunities without having to apply for an additional permit. Indirect Costs Program, with respect to increasing the funding provided by the Indirect Costs Program to qualified universities, colleges, and affiliated institutions. Federal-Provincial Fiscal Arrang

Discovery Centre

1

Funding for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math)-based innovation and entrepreneurial outreach programs and infrastructure for youth, including First Nations, at-risk youth, girls, First Nations, persons with disabilities, recent immigrants and citizens of Acadien and African-decent.

Music Canada

1

Regulations pursuant to the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act (Bill C-27) to ensure that creators and their works are protected in the digital environmentRegulations pursuant to the Broadcasting Act - Ensuring that CRTC regulations that affect the Canadian recording industry appropriately promote Canadian artists and creative industries. Regulations pursuant to the Copyright Board of Canada. Enforcement and Amendment of the Customs Act - Seeking amendment and adequate enforcement of provisions of the Customs Act to ensure that intellectual property rights holders are protected against counterfeiting and piracy and trade in counterfeiting or pirated goods. Amendments to the Copyright Act - To bring the Copyright Act in line with advances in technology and current international standards and provide fair and predictable rules for copyright in the digital environment. Amendments to the Broadcasting Act - to ensure that the Broadcasting Act protects and supports Canadian music creators and their works in the digital environment.

Crestview Strategy

NSCAD University

1

Seeking government support for the campus relocation project.

University of New Brunswick

1

Seeking funding for new learning centres on Fredericton and Saint John campuses

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