PolitiKit

Highly skilled workforce; in-demand occupations.

Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council, College and Community Innovation Program; tri-council structure and funding; eligibility of polytechnics and colleges for research funding and research support; Horizon Europe and opportunities for polytechnics to engage in international research partnerships.

Policies, programs, and funding opportunities related to advanced manufacturing.

Policies and programs with respect to AI applications in manufacturing.

Seeking recognition that vaping and nicotine use are key points of initiation for youth (not harm reduction) and the commitment to review the Tobacco and Vaping Products Act, specifically to include the integration of nicotine reduction targets (such as the federal 5% by 2035 goal) into all relevant national policies and mandates.

Seeking the commission of a comprehensive report to define the scale and understand the impact of respiratory health issues using reliable data to identify urgent gaps, set clear national targets, and lay the foundation for tracking measurable progress towards improving respiratory health.

Implement a smoke free generation by limiting legal access to smoke and vape products for youth born after a cut off date. Request for public consultations on policies to limit access to nicotine products.

Renewing funding of the Global Innovation Cluster Initiative delivered by ISED Canada after the program expires.

Monitor development of cybersecurity policies with respect to payments.

Establish a security rebate program for places of worship, schools and community centres. Institutions that pay for security personnel (such as guards from licensed companies or paid duty police officers) could submit those receipts with their annual filing to Canada Revenue Agency and be reimbursed for a portion of the total cost.

Hate speech and internet-based hate: For Canada to adopt policies – either/and through legislation or policies adjustments that will provide measurable standards for internet-based dissemination of hate speech, including explicit provisions within the Crimical Code and/or the Human Rights Act.

Advocacy for expanding the Veterans Affairs Education & Training Benefit (ETB), developing scholarship programs for military spouses, and supporting veteran employment and transition strategies.

Promotion of employer-driven training, support for standardized national credential recognition (e.g., “Blue/Red Seal” programs), and advocacy for increased labour mobility and rapid response to workforce needs.

Matching funding to support training for military personnel, their spouses, and dependents to secure in-demand jobs.

Advocacy for federal support of digital/remote program delivery, increased youth employment pathways, and partnership on public awareness campaigns about the role of regulated career colleges.

Bill C-27: An Act to enact the Consumer Privacy Protection Act, the Personal Information and Data Protection Tribunal Act and the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act and to make consequential and related amendments to other Acts, with respect to the AI provisions.

Regional development, with respect to utilization of satellite technology for connectivity; advanced communications technologies

Economic development, with respect to Canadian space program policy and governance; space strategies; advocacy for a National Space Council; Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) program; commercial space policy and programs; future government space mission concepts; Canadian involvement in international space programs; international cooperation agreements

Telecommunications, with respect to satellite technology for connectivity; advanced communications technologies; digital economic strategies; spectrum policy and auctions

Industry, with respect to Canadian space program policy and governance; space strategies; advocacy for a National Space Council; Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) program; commercial space policy and programs; future government space mission concepts; Canadian involvement in international space programs; international cooperation agreements

Industry, with respect to future space regulatory framework changes

International trade, with respect to Canada's trade policy; Export and Import Permits Act; Export Control List; international trade agreements; export permit applications; Trade Commissioners Service (TCS) assistance; Export Development Canada (EDC) assistance; Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) assistance

Security, with respect to space technologies as part of Canada's Critical Infrastructure

Budget, with respect to the Government of Canada prioritizing space and creating a National Space Council

Defence, with respect to current and future defence space programs and to encourage the Government of Canada to fulfill unique communications, scientific or military requirements through new satellite programs

Defence, with respect to the Government of Canada creating a National Space Council

Work with the government to protect Canadians against fraud and scams

Financial Institutions, as it relates to consumer protection

Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Regulations, with respect to a number of issues including identification requirements

Soutenir le développement d’un écosystème de paiements innovant, efficace et sécurisé au Canada au bénéfice des consommateurs

Collaboration avec le gouvernement pour protéger les Canadiens contre la fraude et les arnaques

Fournir des commentaires sur l’élaboration du Cadre canadien des services bancaires pour les gens

To advocate for the development of a national strategy to support the growth of Canada’s Web3 economy and digital assets. Particularly two projects: 1. Fiat-backed Stablecoins 2. Modernizing Canada's Qualified Investment regime and including digital assets like bitcoin

Discussing details pertaining to Canada's open banking framework that will be established under the Consumer-Driven Banking Act (CDB Act), which is part of the Budget Implementation Act, 2024, No. 1 (Bill C-69). Engaging on the draft legislation, introduced by the federal government in April 2024, and discussing issues like accreditation, scope and other items.

To engage federal financial sector regulators with respect to the supervision of crypto assets under Canada’s anti-money laundering and terrorist financing regulations.

The Canadian Payments Act, as it relates to management of Canada’s payment system and payments modernization

Federal government programs and policies to combat financial crimes

Working with government to protect Canadians against fraud and scams

General discussions regarding Anti-Money Laundering and Proceeds of Crime and the PCMLATF legislation

Providing input on the development of the Consumer-Driven Banking Framework

Consumer Issues as it pertains to government changes in policies in relation to financial institutions

Financial Services Policy in respect to adhering to banking.

Providing input on the development of the Consumer-Driven Banking Framework

Work with the government to protect Canadians against fraud and scams.

Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act and Regulations with respect to a number of issues including identification requirements

Work with the government to protect Canadians against fraud and scams

Providing input on the development of the Consumer-Driven Banking Framework