PolitiKit

Working to secure market access for Canadian canola products

Discuss financial sector policy matters, in particular: privacy legislation; payments system developments; government policies related to payments, e-commerce and data security; Bank Act legislative and regulatory changes.

Financing infrastructure projects, as it relates to investments by insurers

Regulatory efficiency – discussions regarding the government’s approach towards streamlining regulatory process as they related to large energy infrastructure projects and pipelines.

Discussions regarding the competitiveness of Canada’s energy sector, particularly related to pipelines and midstream energy issues, including environmental protection and safety, Indigenous engagement, federal procurement decisions, and sector investment.

Discuss policy options and industry evolution with respect to the Department of Finance's ongoing review of Open Banking, also know as Consumer Directed Finance.

The Income Tax Act in relation to corporation taxation and the use of fiscal policy with regard to the mineral industry.

Retail Payments Oversight Framework and the development of draft legislation. ETA is focused on an open and flexible system which has objective risk based rules.

Contribution to the Government Public consultations on Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement to inform Canada’s priorities in preparation for the first joint review of CUSMA by Canada, the United States and Mexico in 2026 and ahead of Canada’s chairing of the 5th meeting of the CUSMA Free Trade Commission, in 2025.

Monitor development of cybersecurity policies with respect to payments.

The government's review of the financial sector legislative framework with a focus on the digitalization of money

Work with the federal government to develop policies that seek greater transparency and a frictionless experience for Canadian consumers, promoting greater competition in the financial sector.

The Canadian Payments Act, with respect to membership, governance, funding, liability, and other provisions, as well as payment system modernization.

INTERNATIONAL TRADE: Communicating with government officials about international trade, more specifically trade issues and support measures related to the automotive industry and automotive manufacturing, including potential tariffs on automobiles, automotive parts and batteries.

Advocate for changes and further consultation on Environment and Climate Change Canada's proposed ban on the manufacture, use, sale and import of decabromodiphenyl ethane (DBDPE) - specifically amendments to address the potential negative health and safety; economic; and trade impacts.

Advocate for the recreational boating sector and propose targeted funding and supports in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Advocate for tariff remission on recreational marine products impacted by cross-border duties.

CanExport for Associations application for trade mission; Boating safety contribution program

Funding for research and development in marine hybrid and electric propulsion. Incentives to promote green, carbon-neutral manufacturing processes. Support for Electric Vehicle charging infrastructure at marinas and boating access points.

Oppose the government's luxury tax on new boats over $250,000.

Promote modernized marine regulations that strengthen on-water safety and minimize burden on recreational boaters and businesses. This includes improvements to the pleasure craft licensing system and Pleasure Craft Operator Competency Program.

Advocate for free trade and work with officials to address non-tariff barriers as they arise.

Market Access for Canadian Meat Exports Program: The Canadian Meat Council is advocating for a 5-year $10 million Market Access for Canadian Meat Exports Program to help Canada’s meat packing and processing industry take full advantage of the export opportunities created by new international trade agreements.