Tony Dean

Enacting legislative changes addressing the use of parental alienation and associated pseudo-concepts, so that our justice system can begin protecting women and children without waiting for a slow change in case law precedent. Banning parental alienation accusations in family court. Federal Budget with respect to sustained funding for WAGE and for Women's Rights organizations. Bill C-21: An Act to amend certain Acts and to make certain consequential amendments (firearms), with respect to banning assault-style firearms and domestic/family violence provisions.

We are dedicated to advocating on behalf of, and improving the regulatory landscape for, the legal psychedelics industry in Canada.

We are supporting the client for various procurement programs related to defence and security including the Canadian Surface Combatant Program, Arctic Over the Horizon Radar, Stinger and Javelin missiles as well as various other types of Air to Air and Air to Ground missiles.

Regulations affiliated with Bill C- 45 regarding the legalization of cannabis. Formerly known as Bill C-45: An Act Respecting Cannabis and to amend the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, the Criminal Code and other Acts. Governmental policy towards medical cannabis research, product quality standards, medical cost coverage, and displacement of harder and more addictive drugs Formerly known as Bill C-45: An Act Respecting Cannabis and to amend the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, the Criminal Code and other Acts. Cannabis Act SC 2018 S16 Cannabis Act; phased implementation of the Act and its impact on medical patients; development of regulations for the industry and the resulting tax implications of these regulations. Canada's policy regarding the rules governing the legalization of marijuana

Les représentations ont comme objectif de faire valoir les intérêts du client en marge de l'Accord entre l'Union européenne et le Canada concernant la participation au titre de l'Instrument SAFE (Agir pour la sécurité de l'Europe par le renforcement de l'industrie européenne de la défense). Suivis pour garantir le respect des dispositions et des règlements inscrits à l'Accord Économique et Commercial Global entre le Canada et l’Union européenne (AECG), notamment ceux de l'accès aux marchés publics des pays membres. Représentations ayant comme objectifs: a) la promotion des biens et des services du Client sur les marchés extérieurs par le biais des ministères et organismes pertinents du gouvernement du Canada, b) l'ouverture des marchés extérieurs (privés et publics) par le biais des ministères et organismes pertinents du gouvernement du Canada Programme d'acquisition d'hélicoptères par la Gendarmerie Royale du Canada Mise en place de politiques favorisant la maximisation des retombées financières et industrielles au Canada pour d'éventuels programmes d'acquisition de biens et de services reliés à la défense et à la sécurité nationale/territoriale. Le but des représentations est d’offrir au gouvernement du Canada une solution canadienne pour l'approvisionnement d’hélicoptères fabriqués au Canada pour venir en aide aux forces militaires de l’Ukraine et ainsi qu’en appui aux opérations humanitaires et de sauvetage auprès des populations civiles en Ukraine. Eventual provision of aircraft under the nTACS project (next Tactical Aviation Capability Set) to the Department of National Defence

Monitoring provided to ensure compliance with the provisions and regulations of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between Canada and the European Union, particularly those concerning access to public procurement markets in member countries. The representations are intended to promote Bell's interests in relation to the Agreement between the European Union and Canada concerning participation under the SAFE Instrument (Security Action for Europe) through the Reinforcement of the European Defence Industry. Représentations auprès du gouvernement du Canada ayant comme objectif l'obtention de financement pour le développement et la commercialisation de nouveaux hélicoptères Bell ou pour la réalisation de programmes de recherche et développement. Fourniture éventuelle d'appareils dans le cadre du projet nTACS (next Tactical Aviation Capability Set) au ministère de la défense nationale. Représentations dans le but d'encourager l'achat et/ou la location d'hélicoptères Bell et leurs services et support associés par le gouvernement du Canada. Représentations afin d'offrir au gouvernement du Canada une solution canadienne pour l'approvisionnement d'hélicoptères fabriqués au Canada afin de venir en aide aux forces militaires ainsi qu'aux services publics à travers le monde en appui aux opérations humanitaires et de sauvetage auprès des populations civiles. Discussions et représentations afin que le gouvernement du Canada maintienne, bonifie et/ou mettre en place des programmes et des politiques d'appui à l'industrie canadienne de l'aérospatiale.

Bill C-12, Strengthening Canada's Immigration System and Borders Act with respect to changes being made to the Customs Act to allow the Canada Border Services Agency with facilities free of charge.

Clean electricity regulations and emissions cap Investing in Employment Insurance, care workers, unionized jobs and strong workplace standards Addressing the high cost of living and investing in affordable housing Implementation of universal pharmacare, dental care, long term care and mental health care Labour provisions in the Canada-Ecuador Trade Agreement and Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement. The regularization of undocumented workers, update and possible next steps for the CLC Out-of-status Construction Workers in the GTA project Bill C-65, Canada Elections Act With interest in provisions that impact Third Parties and contributions to Third Parties Bill C-27, Digitial Charter Implementation Act - Part III of C-27 and the impact of artificial intelligence on jobs and workers.

To advance policy and regulatory considerations related to prepaid as a method of disbursement of government funding to citizens. To respond to any potential amendments to Canada’s Prepaid Payment Products Regulations, Canada's Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorist Financing Regime and its Regulations, and to inform the development of regulations required to support the implementation of the Retail Payments Oversight Framework and the development of Canada’s Open Banking system. To advance policy and regulatory considerations related to Canada’s prepaid payment card market with respect to Financial Literacy, Consumer Protection, Open Banking and the Retail Payments Oversight Framework, and security and anti-money laundering. Legislation related to the prepaid payments industry in Canada, including the Canadian Payments Act, and upcoming legislation to enable the Retail Payments Oversight Framework and the development of Canada’s Open Banking system

Calling on the Government to develop a comprehensive strategy to eradicate the illicit market. This involves coordination with the PTs to tackle illegal production, illegal sale (both bricks and mortar and online), interdict the shipment of illegal product through legal means and to launch a public awareness and education campaign on the dangers of buying illegal product. The Cannabis Council of Canada seeks to assist its members with International Trade issues, specifically, to help navigate unclear issues around exporting cannabis to various locations around the world. Israel recently issued a determination in an anti dumping case which lacked transparency, fairness and due process among other concerns. The Cannabis Council will work with government partners to defend the cannabis industry and it's world class reputation - as well as pursue all possible avenues to remedy the situation. The Cannabis Council is looking to actively engage the Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and to gain support for efforts to improve consistency and quality of the value - added agricultural crop cannabis. The Cannabis Act and Excise Act: Revising the application of excise tax on medical cannabis. The Cannabis Act: Working to develop an appropriate marketing and branding regime that allows for producers to Differentiate their products through communication with consumers about product attributes. Seeking to eliminate the 2.3% regulatory fees charged by Health Canada. Working to improve the service standards for license changes, security clearance, export permits. Regional Economic Development. Seeking to build awareness about the sector and to encourage support from government regional and rural economic development programs. Helping to highlight the need for Diversity, Inclusion and Gender strategies within the cannabis sector. We are seeking to gain encouragement from the Government for progress in these areas. Excise Tax Framework on Cannabis products was fashioned on a premise of $ 1 in $ 10 as tax whereas in practical reality the tax is far more aggressive than planned, often coming in at or nearly 3 times higher at 30 %. This is severely compressing the financial viability of many licensed producers and processors, while keeping product prices high in comparison to competition in the legacy, illicit marketplace. CRA Excise stamp logistics and placement on adult consumer use cannabis products and co packing supply chain realities that run up against the Excise Tax Act. Cannabis Economic Development. The cannabis industry is engaging with ISED which has a new mandate to promote economic development activity stemming from the legalization of cannabis and the emergence of a robust eco system across the country. Cannabis Amnesty. The Council is actively engaged in encouraging government officials to take a proactive stance in the elimination/ expungement of Canadians with Criminal records for the posession of Cannabis for personal consumption. Calling for enhanced inclusion in Government Agency Programs at Business Development Bank (BDC) and Farm Credit Canada (FCC) as well as Export Development Canada (EDC) for the Cannabis Sector.