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Examine the enhancement of section 83.18 of the Criminal Code, which prohibits the participation in the activity of a terrorist group. Membership in, recruiting others to become members of, and the promotion or glorification of a listed terror entity should also be criminalized using this section.

Spearhead reforms in regard to the repercussions imposed following the listing of a terrorist entity. For example, membership in or recruiting for a listed terror entity must be made a criminal offence in Canada.

Mandate a comprehensive review and designation of all the presently un-listed entities of concern and to designate those who meet the legislated criteria as terrorist entities

Make new investments to support and strengthen Canada’s ability to monitor and prevent terrorism. Funding should be provided to enhance the capacity and expand the capabilities of Canada’s Integrated National Security Enforcement Teams (INSETs).

Propose amendments to the Criminal Code to criminalize the public display of the emblems and symbols of listed terror entities to effectively prevent the glorification and promotion of the ideologies and actions of listed terror entities. This could be included in section 83.18

Ensure that Public Safety Canada fulfills its mandate to protect Canada from the spread of extremist ideologies, especially those that could radicalize young Canadians or incite violence against Jewish communities.

Increased number of federal parole officers working in the community and in institutions

Repeal SOR/2020-96, Regulations Amending the Regulations Prescribing Certain Firearms and Other Weapons, Components and Parts of Weapons, Accessories, Cartridge Magazines, Ammunition and Projectiles as Prohibited, Restricted or Non-Restricted.

Issues related to pensions and the implementation of equitable retirement after 25 years of service for Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) personnel. This will involve discussions around amending: Public Service Superannuation Act Income Tax Act regulations Public Service Superannuation Act regulations

We will be lobbying on the importance for Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and the federal government to rely on the expertise of trained CBSA officers.

Myanmar/Burma/Uighurs: Rohinga refugees and displaced persons: For Canada to augment humanitarian allocations to assist the Rohinga refugees in Burma and Bangladesh and implement elements of the recommendations submitted by The Hon. Bob Rae regarding the Rohinga refugee population.

Diplomatic relations with Iran should not be renewed until specific conditions are met, including an end to calls for the destruction of Israel, an end to state-sponsored terrorism, and the provision of all evidence related to Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752. The entirety of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps should be banned by the government.

Update the Criminal Code of Canada with respect to combating antisemitism and online hate. Create a national strategy to tackle online hate and radicalization using the 2019 Justice Committee report, "Taking Action to End Online Hate", as a foundation. A strategy should draw upon the Christchurch Call, and use the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of antisemitism.

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.

Federal infrastructure program funding, including (but not limited to) Infrastructure Canada Canada Community Building Fund; Infrastructure programs and funding; Permanent Public Transit Fund; Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) financing; Investing in Canada infrastructure Plan; Universal Broadband; Rural, remote and northern infrastructure;

Municipal Finance and Intergovernmental Arrangements Revenue sharing with the federal and provincial governments: Federal policies and programs with regard to the payments in lieu of taxes (PILTs) system, intergovernmental partnerships, recognition of municipal governments contributions to economic growth, the fiscal imbalance between each order of governments revenues options and their responsibilities to provide services and programs to Canadians. Municipal Growth Framework.

Federal infrastructure program funding, including (but not limited to) Infrastructure Canada Canada Community Building Fund; Infrastructure programs and funding; Permanent Public Transit Fund; Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) financing; Investing in Canada infrastructure Plan; Universal Broadband; Rural, remote and northern infrastructure;

Municipal Finance and Intergovernmental Arrangements Revenue sharing with the federal and provincial governments: Federal policies and programs with regard to the payments in lieu of taxes (PILTs) system, intergovernmental partnerships, recognition of municipal governments contributions to economic growth, the fiscal imbalance between each order of governments revenues options and their responsibilities to provide services and programs to Canadians. Municipal Growth Framework.

Advocating concerns on C-282 and impact on trade and market access.

Advocating concerns for Bill C-293 and the agriculture references w

Supporting the passing of Bill C-234

Canadian Agriculture Policy - business risk management programming, environmental programming, Canada Food Policy

Trade policy and regulations as it relates to import and export of cattle to the United States and increased market access to global markets for Canadian beef products.

Advocating concern for Bill C-293 and agriculture references.

Canadian Agriculture Policy - business risk management programming, environmental programming, Canada Food Policy

Trade policy and regulations as it relates to import and export of cattle to the United States and increased market access to global markets for for Canadian beef products

Advocating concerns on C-282 and impact on trade and market access.

Supporting the passing of Bill C-234

Chicken Farmers of Canada’s Raised by a Canadian Farmer Animal Care Program.

Supply management system as it relates to the chicken sector.

Animal Health Products (antimicrobials, vaccines, feed/water additives) availability in Canada.

Health of Animals Act and Regulations dealing with the development and refinement of animal disease preparedness and response protocols.