Vasken Vosguian

Discuss the government of Canada’s restrictions on the importation and flying of Black Hawk helicopters.

Promotion de l'avancement de la cybersécurité dans les transports publiques. Advocating for the rail sector in relation to changes to clean technology investment tax credit. Recherche de financement via le programme de fonds stratégiques pour l'innovation (FSI) afin d'offrir des solutions ferroviaires innovantes. Establishment or modification of appropriate regulations regarding trade. Research and Development funding for advanced manufacturing and developing mobility low to zero carbon technologies. Infrastructure projects related to transit systems, including rolling stocks and signalling. Establishment or modification of appropriate regulations regarding public transportation.

Environment and international trade: to advance the good management practices that are implemented on canola farms that contribute to environmental stewardship and competitive markets for farmers and to advance the canola biodiesel market domestically and abroad. Canada's Clean Fuel Regulations incentivizes the use of canola-based biofuels. Ensure Government recognizes and works with the agriculture sector to ensure farmers have access to skilled, competitive on-farm labour. Discussions concerning railway and port strikes as it relates to economic development and trade labour disruptions. Support right to repair and interoperability programs, policies, laws, and regulations that support farmer's choice and right to repair. Agricultural Trade - Support multi-lateral and bi-lateral trade negotiations and policies that provide more free and open access to existing and new markets through reduced tariffs and non-tariff trade barriers on canola and its products. Provide farmers necessary support through trade disruptions. Support the modernization of the World Trade Organization (WTO) as a mechanism to promote rules-based trade. Support additional government resources to help solve technical trade barriers. The creation and implementation of the Canada Water Agency and adoption of a pan-Canadian water monitoring framework have positive impacts for canola farmers. Support a review of the Canada Grains Act to modernize role of Canadian Grain Commission to align with needs of the grain sector. Income Tax Act and other financial regulations, policies or programs: to promote the fair treatment of farmers in any proposed changes to the Income Tax Act or other financial mechanism that may impact farmers financially. Ensure governments recognize the benefits that farmers provide to the environment. Including in relation to polices and regulations concerning carbon pricing, as it pertains to on-farm exemptions, offset protocols, rebates, and research. Climate change laws, policies, programs and regulations related to agriculture promote competitiveness and production on farms. Climate/Environment- Advance canola- based biofuel as part of the solution for climate change. Canada's Clean Fuel Standard (CFS) incentivizes the use of canola-based biofuels. Canadian Environmental Protection Act and Pest Control Products Act and regulations as it relates to agricultural pest control products. Support enhanced resources for federal regulatory bodies to make science-based decisions on crop protection products and seed varieties. Advocate for clear, science and risk-based approach to regulation of pesticides and new plant breeding innovation and that it is facilitative for trade. Canada Transportation Act and regulations as it relates to the transportation of grain. Advocate for a fair and efficient railway transportation system that serves the needs of grain producers. Agriculture - Work to ensure the existing and upcoming Agricultural Policy Framework addresses the needs of canola farmers including business risk management, marketing and research. Maintain support for federal and shared funded programs.

The creation and implementation of the Canada Water Agency and adoption of a pan-Canadian water monitoring framework have positive impacts for canola farmers. Support passage of C-294, An Act to amend the Copyright Act (interoperability), to support production, competitiveness, and working capital on farm. Support passage of C-244, An Act to amend the Copyright Act (diagnosis, maintenance and repair), to support production, competitiveness, and working capital on farm. Support passage of Bill C-234, An Act to Amend the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act, to further enable farmers' role as climate solutions providers and support competitiveness. Support Bill C-359, An Act to amend the Feeds Act, the Seeds Act and the Pest Control Products Act (provisional registration and approval), to promote production, innovation, and competitiveness on farm. Support a review of the Canada Grains Act to modernize role of Canadian Grain Commission to align with needs of the grain sector. Income Tax Act and other financial regulations, policies or programs: To promote the fair treatment of farmers in any proposed changes to the Income Tax Act or other financial mechanism that may impact farmers financially. Ensure governments recognize the benefits that farmers provide to the environment. Including in relation to polices and regulations concerning carbon pricing, as it pertains to on-farm exemptions, offset protocols, rebates, and research. Climate change laws, policies, programs and regulations related to agriculture promote competitiveness and production on farms. Concern Bill C-282, An Act to amend the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Act (supply management) will cause negative impacts to Canada’s trade agenda. Climate/Environment- Advance canola- based biofuel as part of the solution for climate change. Canada's Clean Fuel Standard (CFS) incentivizes the use of canola-based biofuels. Canadian Environmental Protection Act and Pest Control Products Act and regulations as it relates to agricultural pest control products. Support enhanced resources for federal regulatory bodies to make science-based decisions on crop protection products and seed varieties. Advocate for clear, science and risk-based approach to regulation of pesticides and new plant breeding innovation and that it is facilitative for trade. Canada Transportation Act and regulations as it relates to the transportation of grain. Advocate for a fair and efficient railway transportation system that serves the needs of grain producers. Agriculture - Work to ensure the existing and upcoming Agricultural Policy Framework addresses the needs of canola farmers including business risk management, marketing and research. Maintain support for federal and shared funded programs. Agricultural Trade - Support multi-lateral and bi-lateral trade negotiations and policies that provide more free and open access to existing and new markets through reduced tariffs and non-tariff trade barriers on canola and its products. Support the modernization of the World Trade Organization (WTO) as a mechanism to promote rules-based trade. Support additional government resources to help solve technical trade barriers.

Agricultural trade: multi and bi-lateral trade negotiations to maintain and expand opportunities for canola farmers through reduction in tariffs and non-tariff trade barriers. Provide farmers necessary support through trade disruptions. Support the modernization of the World Trade Organization (WTO) as a mechanism to promote rules-based trade. Support additional government resources to help solve technical trade barriers. Inter-provincial regulations support canola production, market access, and growth. Agriculture Policy Framework: ensure that business risk management programs and strategic initiatives are suitable for canola farmers. Federal research programming and initiatives support production needs on farm. Support right to repair and interoperability programs, policies, laws, and regulations that support farmer's choice and right to repair. Canada Transportation Act and regulations as it relates to the transportation of grain. Support development of transportation and trade infrastructure that facilities market demand and growth for canola. Ensure governments recognize the benefits that farmers provide to the environment, including in relation to offset protocols, ecological goods and services, and rebates. Support on-farm exemptions for carbon pricing. Climate change laws, policies, programs, research, and regulations related to agriculture promote competitiveness and production on farms. Environment and international trade: to advance the good management practices that are implemented on canola farms that contribute to environmental stewardship and competitive markets for farmers and to advance the canola biodiesel market domestically and abroad. Canada's Clean Fuel Regulations incentivizes the use of canola-based biofuels. Transportation: to advocate for a fair and efficient railway transportation system that serves the needs of grain producers. The creation and implementation of the Canada Water Agency and adoption of a pan-Canadian water monitoring framework have positive impacts for canola farmers. Support enhanced resources for federal regulatory bodies to make science-based decisions on crop protection products and seed varieties. Seeds Act and regulations as it pertains to seed variety registrations. Plant Breeders Rights Act and regulations as it relates to intellectual property rights. Patent Act and regulations as it pertains to intellectual property rights specific to seed technologies. Income Tax Act and other financial regulations, policies or programs: To promote the fair treatment of farmers in any proposed changes to the Income Tax Act or other financial mechanism that may impact farmers financially. Fisheries Act regulations and polices as it relates to fish habitats on farmland. Ensure Government recognizes and works with the agriculture sector to ensure farmers have access to skilled, competitive on-farm labour. Discussions concerning railway and port strikes as it relates to economic development and trade labour disruptions. Canadian Food Inspection Act and regulations as it relates to canola production and trade. Canadian Environmental Protection Act and Pest Control Products Act and regulations as it relates to agricultural pest control products. Canada Grain Act and Canada Grain Act Regulations as it relates to grain handling and transportation. Broadband: Expedite and support efforts to bring affordable, reliable high-speed internet and mobile coverage to rural and remote communities. Agricultural Marketing Programs Act and regulations as it pertains to the Advance Payments Program.

Securing grants and contributions to support terminal expansion projects conducting outreach on behalf of Picton to gain export/import verification from CBSA Conducting outreach and advocacy on strengthening Canadian supply chains and highlighting the strategic role of Picton Terminals in alleviating supply chain bottlenecks

Discussion of process following Government response to Nunavut Impact Review Board report re Phase Two Application. Discussion of Steensby component including financing through EDC. To raise awareness with respect to impacts that legislative, regulatory, policy or program changes may have on operations in Nunavut. Reviews of the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, the Fisheries Act and the Navigation Protection Act regarding potential impacts to arctic mining projects. Environmental Assessment recommendations. Policies or programs that pertain to trade-enabling infrastructure investment in northern regions at Infrastructure Canada, Transport Canada. CANNOR and other departments and agencies. Climate Change in relation to providing input and feedback regarding federal strategies/programs/policies to address Green House Gas emissions

Climate change in relation to providing input and feedback regarding federal strategies/programs/policies to address greenhouse gas emissions Discussion of process following Government response to Nunavut Impact Review Board report re Phase Two Application. Discussion of Steensby expansion project including financing through EDC Government Response to Nunavut Impact Review Board Report and Recommendation re Mary River Mine Phase Two Application. Briefing on mitigation measures and progress achieved by Baffinland since the Nunavut Impact Review Board Report.

Consultations to strengthen labour relations and better support workers with respect to the Canada Labour Code and the collective bargaining process at West Coast ports. Consultations on Strengthening One Canadian Economy through trade and transportation with respect to supply chain stability. Communicating with government officials about safety and training priorities and programs for waterfront employees (including those offered at the BCMEA Training Centre), more specifically as it relates to operator responsibilities, physical demands, safety, process, equipment and controls and operating procedures. Communicating with government officials about the importance of labour stability at ports, including with respect to the renewal of coastwide collective agreements. Communicating with government officials about the Canada Labour Code, specifically the application of the Canada Labour Code to waterfront employers and employees. Communicating with government officials (in general) about port operations and competitiveness.

Providing updates to officials on efforts by the BCMEA, its members, and its labour partners to enhance the health and safety of waterfront workers, while ensuring the continuity of critical waterfront operations that support Canadians. Communicating with government officials about the Canada Labour Code, specifically the application of the Canada Labour Code to waterfront employers and employees. Communicating with government officials about port operations, competitiveness and supply chain stability Communicating with government officials about policies and measures in relation to the transportation sector including employment policies/policies specific to federally regulated industries

Accélérer la transition verte du secteur maritime en travaillant avec Transports Canada, ainsi que Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada et Finances Canada pour s’assurer que le secteur maritime est pris en compte lors de la création ou l’application de programmes d’investissements en infrastructures majeures. Travailler avec l’Agence du revenu du Canada, Finances Canada, Affaires mondiales et Commerce international pour mettre en place des conventions fiscales et autres mesures de taxes permettant aux entreprises canadiennes d’être plus compétitives lors de leur croissance à l’international. Supporter le renouvellement et la mise en oeuvre de l'Accord entre le Canada, les États-Unis d'Amérique et les États-Unis du Mexique afin de favoriser une stabilisation des relations commerciales et une harmonisation réglementaire entre le Canada et les États-Unis, deux des principaux marchés du Groupe CSL. Assurer une prise en compte et application efficace des mesures du Fonds pour la diversification des corridors commerciaux annoncé dans le Budget 2026 tels qu'appliquées au secteur maritime. Encourager le gouvernement fédéral à mettre en place des mesures favorisant le commerce inter-provinces et l'harmonisation des réglementations concernant le transport maritime entre ces mêmes provinces, notamment l'acceptation des normes des navires spécialisées en voyages à proximité du littoral, classe 2 à travers l'entiereté des agences réglementaires des Grands Lacs. Modification de l'application de l'Avis des douanes 25-11 : Décret imposant une surtaxe aux États-Unis (acier et aluminium, 2025), notamment pour ajuster le paragraphe 10 afin de renverser l’exception des marchandises classées sous le numéro tarifaire 9971.00.00. Travailler avec Transports Canada, Environnement et Changement climatique Canada, Infrastructure Canada et Finances Canada pour assurer une application efficace des mesures de L’accélérateur net zéro telles que définis dans le Budget 2021 à la section 5.1 et en modifiant les dispositions du Règlement sur les combustibles propres, en visant la création d'un système de décarbonisation maritime propre au Canada qui mise sur la production, la distribution et l'utilisation de carburants renouvelables, notamment le biodiésel. Travailler avec l'Agence de revenu du Canada et les autres ministères responsables pour définir et appliquer les dispositions de la Loi sur la tarification de la pollution causée par les gaz à effet de serre (L.C. 2018, ch. 12, art. 186) au secteur maritime, et faire reconnaitre le caractère distinct du transport maritime dans l'application de la loi. Supporter la mise en place des dispositions de la "Loi portant sur l'exécution de certaines dispositions du budget déposé au Parlement le 19 mars 2019 et mettant en oeuvre d'autres mesures", anciennement connu comme projet de loi C-97 de 2019. Nous visons notamment ce qui touche à la section 11 - Loi sur le pilotage. Nous comptons aussi travailler avec Transport Canada sur la mise en place des changements annoncés dans la Loi afin de rendre le secteur maritime canadien plus compétitif, dans le respect des expertises des pilotes. Obtenir les autorisations, dans le cadre de la Loi de 2001 sur la marine marchande du Canada, pour développer, tester et appliquer de nouvelles technologies visant à réduire l'émission de gaz à effets de serre (GES) dans le secteur du transport maritime. Encourager le ministre des Transports à utiliser les dispositions de la Loi de 2001 sur la marine marchande du Canada, notamment les sections 88(2) et 89(1), en conformité avec les autres lois en place et en collaboration avec les acteurs du milieu. Assurer le maintien des dispositions du Règlement sur les provisions de bord (DORS/96-40) telles qu'elles sont actuellement définies. Assurer le maintien d'un contexte d'opérations optimal lors de l'application du Règlement sur l'eau de ballast : DORS/2021-120 paru dans la Gazette du Canada, Partie II, volume 155, numéro 1

Collaborate with the government to mitigate any surcharges, fees, and/or tariffs related to Canada's international trade agreements and relations. Discussions with officials regarding the Canada-US bilateral relationship, possible tariffs, and the impacts on the marine transportation sector and Canadian supply chains. Encourage the federal government to implement measures to promote interprovincial trade and the harmonization of regulations regarding maritime transportation between the provinces. Work with the federal government to promote stable trade relations and regulatory harmonization between Canada and the United States on the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence, including on the classification of vessels, ballast water regulations, and other measures impacting short-sea shipping over shared waters. Work with Transport Canada, Employment and Social Development Canada, and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada to ensure seafarer skill development and credential recognition programs effectively support the Canadian marine shipping industry address critical labour market needs. Work with Transport Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada and Finance Canada to ensure effective application of the Net Zero Accelerator measures as defined in Budget 2021 in section 5.1, in particular aiming at the creation of a decarbonization system Canada's own marine industry that relies on the use of renewable fuels, including biodiesel. Work with the Canada Revenue Agency and other responsible departments to define and apply the provisions of the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act (SC 2018, c. 12, s. 186) to maritime sector, and to recognize the distinct character of maritime transport in the application of the law. Working with Transport Canada and Global Affairs Canada to ensure that regulations around water treatments affecting operations of the Canadian fleets, who are sharing trade routes with USA fleets, are harmonized with the USA regulatory body to maintain Canada's competitive on the market. Obtain authorizations, under the Canada Shipping Act, 2001, to develop, test and apply new technologies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the maritime transport sector.

Reduction in federal taxation regarding the collection of airport rents, aeronautical fees, aviation fuel excise taxes, air navigation charges and the Air Transport Security Charge. Labour laws and regulations, health and occupational safety standards impacting the airline industry, including collective bargaining and labour relations. COVID-19 Pandemic: Communications and interactions regarding potential economic and financial assistance / relief in the context of the revenue collapse resulting from the COVID-19 crisis and post-pandemic recovery. Competitiveness of Canada's air transportation network and underlying infrastructure including airports, air traffic control, customs and security pre-screening services. Canada's post-pandemic strategy as it relates to travel and tourism, including financial support for Transat. Canada's national tourism strategy and enhancement of the overall competitiveness of Canada's travel and tourism industry. Canada's international air policy (Blue Sky) and resulting negotiating mandates extended to the Chief Air Negotiator in establishing international air transport framework. Designation and allocation of frequencies to Air Transat under applicable air agreements. Aviation environmental policy concerning the application of emissions trading schemes, carbon taxes and domestic policies related to aviation, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Air transportation policies, legislation and regulations. Accessibility-related policies, laws and regulations as they relate to the airline industry and all related standards and regulations.

Seeking funding to facilitate the development of a new glass manufacturing facility and to expand current roofing and cladding business.

Communicating with government officials about international trade, more specifically trade issues related to the cement industry, including potential tariffs. Federal initiatives on Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage to support investment by the cement industry in projects to reach the industry's net-zero ambition. Engaging Parliamentarians on federal government policies impacting Canada’s economic security, supply chain resilience and sustainability and potential impacts on the Cement Industry in Canada and its ability to remain competitive in a global market The Investing in Canada Plan, National Infrastructure Assessment and the Building Canada Plan: Gas Tax Fund in respect of funding to municipalities for infrastructure investments. The Federal Hydrogen Strategy and the role of the cement and concrete industry as hydrogen end users The Federal Clean Fuel Regulations (CFR) and their impact on cost competitiveness of the cement and concrete industry The announced climate plan, A Healthy Environment and a Healthy Economy and the role of cement and concrete to reach Canada’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan Scientific Research and Development Tax Incentive Program and the design scope of programs applicable to the cement industry. Renewable Fuels Regulations in respect of incentives for energy from renewable sources. Public-Private Partnership and in respect of the P3 Crown Corporation. National Sustainable Development Act, in respect of materials and design consideration in sustainable construction. National Pollutant Release Inventory policy regarding air emissions. National highways policies and programs and the design and life cycle assessment and costing of roads and highways. National Building Code of Canada with respect to proposed amendments to include lower carbon materials and fire safety Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF) policy or program in respect of advocating for concrete highways and concrete infrastructure Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program: Provincial-Territorial Funding in regards to infrastructure spending and promoting sustainability and life-cycle assessment and costing requirements for projects. Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program: GST Rebate in respect of manufacturing tax costs. Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program: Gateways & Border Crossings Fund in respect of improvements to the flow of goods across borders through the promotion of concrete infrastructure. Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program, the National Infrastructure Assessment and Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund (CSIF) and is respect of life cycle assessment and costing and design requirements for projects. Introduction of carbon contracts for difference to support long-term investment by the cement industry in projects to support lower carbon cement and concrete Input regarding federal policies that can help enhance the competitiveness of the Canadian cement industry. Infrastructure Canada Program (ICP) in respect of funding design, requirements and implementation. Import Tariff on Manufacturing Machinery and Equipment in respect of lowering or elimination of tariffs on imported machinery and equipment. Greening of Federal Government procurement policies and programs in respect of sustainability and adoption of lower carbon concrete. Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act and related Output-Based Pricing System regulations in respect of GHG and air emissions and carbon pricing. Greenhouse gas inventory policy or program in respect of the consultations with industry and federal-provincial harmonization and greenhouse gas emission reporting under a national single window system. Federal Contaminated Sites Management in respect of design and funding requirements for projects. Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan regarding brownfield sites and the promotion of cement based solidification and stabilization technology choices for projects. Clean Energy Fund Program in respect of renewable and clean energy a