PolitiKit

Share perspectives on the upcoming artificial intelligence strategy (AI) and related AI legislative perspectives.

Raise the profile of Pelorus VC companies and share programming and policy concerns, policy needs and ideas with officials; particular focus points include the venture capital strategy, the Venture Capital Catalyst Initiative (VCCI) and incentive programs and policies to encourage investment.

Lead discussions and meetings on policies and programs linked to the development of capital for venture-backed companies in Canada.

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

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 space regulatory framework modernization; international cooperation agreements; broadband regulations; spectrum policy and auctions

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

Budget, with respect to Canadian space program investment

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

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

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

Building government interest and support for an integrated critical minerals manufacturing facility

Communicating with the Government of Canada about the Excise Tax Act and the Income Tax Act, more specifically taxes and duties on the oil and gas industry and capital cost allowance (“CCA”) deductions for the oil and gas industry, Qualifying Environmental Trusts (“QETs”), the excessive interest and financing expenses limitation (“EIFEL”) rules and the Canadian Development Expenses (“CDE”) and Canadian Exploration Expenses (“CEE”) deductions for the oil and gas industry.

Communicating with the Government of Canada, in general, about opportunities and challenges facing the oil and gas sector in Canada, including as it relates to investor confidence, competitiveness and export market development. The goal of these communications is to increase investment in Canada.

Clean Electricity, Electrification & Energy Security: Policies, programs and regulatory frameworks related to clean electricity, electrification and energy security, including the role of nuclear energy in Canada’s net-zero objectives, emissions-free baseload electricity, grid readiness, electrification initiatives, and energy affordability and reliability.

Indigenous Partnership & Reconciliation: Federal policies, programs and frameworks related to Indigenous consultation, participation, equity ownership, economic reconciliation, capacity building and long term partnerships in the nuclear and clean energy sectors.

Federal Fiscal Measures: Taxation, fiscal policy and financial measures administered by the Department of Finance, including clean energy investment tax credits, capital cost allowance, pension related policies, and other federal fiscal measures relevant to major infrastructure and energy projects.

Promoting the recognition and adoption of modern digital payments infrastructure as a foundation for Canada’s economic resilience and innovation

Supporting the development and implementation of policies, programs, and regulatory measures aimed at preventing and combating fraud, scams, and financial crime, including measures that enhance information sharing, consumer protection, and the integrity of Canada’s financial system.

Supporting an open and competitive technology environment for mobile payments to maximise consumer choice and strengthen Canada’s participation in the digital economy.

Loi sur les banques - Dispositions ayant trait à l’organisation, au fonctionnement et à l’encadrement de l’écosystème des coopératives de crédit fédérales en vue de favoriser une concurrence accrue dans le marché canadien.

Postsecondary infrastructure funding, including capital projects, deferred maintenance, and research and innovation facilities.

Funding university science and technology research.

Industrial carbon pricing in Canada. Industrial carbon pricing gives large industrial emitters an incentive to reduce emissions that cause climate change. Points of discussion: commitment to annual price increases, periodic review of provincial and territorial systems, oversupply of emission reduction credits, offset credits, transparency, expanded scope of the federal Benchmark, potential conflicts with the Alberta-Canada MOU.

Work with the Government of Canada to seek funding and support for RHF national initiatives designed to educate and engage Canadians about the importance of promoting accessibility, in coordination with National AccessAbility Week.

Work with Government of Canada to endorse and support the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification Program as the national standard to assess and certify the built environment, by working to maintain or expand government funding.