Tess Whillans

Working with the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw to seek support from the Government of Canada for the acquisition of timber leases in their traditional territory and associated infrastructure. Working w/ the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw to address housing and infrastructure concerns in their home community. Working in support of the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Nation (GNN) in helping them reach their Reconciliation and Treaty goals. Salmon Aquaculture: supporting KEDC in convincing DFO and the Government of Canada at large to allow Indigenous people to continue responsibly farming salmon on the Pacific coast.

Aboriginal Affairs policy with regard to economic empowerment, clear decision processes, certainty and private property rights Environment, Energy and Aboriginal Affairs Policy in regard to concerns about timeliness and adequacy of government consultations on development of, and amendments to, consequential regulations. Transportation Policy with regard to Metro Vancouver Port and Gateway, Cascadia Innovation Corridor high speed rail, digital twinning technology The Cascadia Corridor with respect to Economic Development and International Trade policy with a focus on foundational issues related to immigration, taxation, technology and innovation Taxation Policy with regard to personal and corporation taxation and fiscal matters Species at Risk policies with respect to project review and approval and current business operations in energy and natural resources Interprovincial trade policy in regards to committee on internal trade and the Canada Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) Infrastructure policy with regard to British Columbia priorities Fisheries policy with regard to salmon farms, aquaculture Environment policy with regard to possible changes to the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, the Canadian Environmental Protection Act and the Fisheries Act Environment policy with regard to Environmental Impact Assessment Environment policy in regards to permitting review and compliance Energy policy with regard to electricity regulations, oil and gas cap, clean fuel regulations, and methane. Cumulative Effects policies with respect to project assessment and environmental regulation Climate policy with regard to emissions pricing, energy efficiency standards, innovation, adaptation and border carbon adjustments and offsets. Budget policy with regard to deficits and debt Budget and Finance policy with regard to the measure of inflation in Canada

Working with the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxdaxw to seek support from the Government of Canada for the acquisition of timber leases in their traditional territory and associated infrastructure. Working with the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw to address and gain access to funding for housing and infrastructure concerns in their home community through Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada, as well as other related government entities. Working in support of the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Nation (GNN) in helping them reach their Reconciliation and Treaty goals. Salmon Aquaculture: supporting KEDC in convincing DFO and the Government of Canada at large to allow Indigenous people to continue responsibly farming salmon on the Pacific coast

Funding for infrastructure projects in Klemtu Resolution of ongoing service and policing provided by the RCMP in Klemtu Renewal of BC salmon farming licenses in Indigenous territories Indigenous led management and conservation for Kitasu Bay Funding for the construction of a community wellness centre Funding for mineral sector development Funding for major housing development and sub development infrastructure Financial support for Reconciliation Framework Agreement