PolitiKit

Strengthening equipment manufacturing in Canada through agreements with trading partners.

Programs and policies developed in regard to the off-road equipment sector (construction, forestry and agriculture).

New Nuclear Development & Supply Chains: Policies, programs and regulatory considerations related to the development, deployment, financing and operation of new nuclear facilities, including nuclear fuel supply, uranium and conversion services, domestic manufacturing capacity, critical supply chains, and clean energy industrial development.

International Trade & Nuclear Exports: Trade, export and international cooperation policies affecting Canadian nuclear technologies, services and fuels, including export financing, international agreements and strategic trade alignment.

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.

Impact Assessment & Federal Permitting: Legislative and regulatory matters related to the Impact Assessment Act and the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, including federal review processes, permitting requirements, timelines, and coordination for nuclear life extension, refurbishment and new nuclear projects.

Science, Research & Medical Isotopes: Federal science, research and innovation policies and programs related to nuclear research and development, technology innovation, and the production and supply of medical isotopes, including collaboration with industry, research institutions and Indigenous partners.

Continue discussion with government officials to provide input on the implementation of the Clean Fuel Regulations based on the successes and challenges confronted by similar programs in the US at the state level.

Changes to Student aid and Grants to ensure equitable access to regulated career colleges in budget 2025 and its impact on our members.

Workforce Development -- supporting the transition to low carbon economy

Reducing or eliminating barriers to trade in HVACR products within the federation and with other nations.

Discussions regarding existing and updates to existing Canada Free Trade Agreements and the trade agenda with additional countries such as CUSMA, TPP, Japan, China, ASEAN, UK and the impacts on the auto industry.

Ongoing National ZEV strategy discussions National ZEV sales mandate requirements for automotive sales in Canada. National ZEV charging infrastructure discussions National GHG emissions credit requirements for automotive sales in Canada.

Provide an overview of Canada's integrated auto sector and Canada's role in the global auto sector

Bilateral and plurolateral trade agreements comprehend the North American integration of the Automotive industry

U.S. policies regarding the auto sector as it relates to Canadian automotive, steel, aluminum and critical mineral exports and imports.

Section 232 - Participating in discussions to highlight impact of steel and aluminum tariffs on Canadian automotive industry

Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (1999, c. 33 ): Promoting practical vehicle emission standards, greenhouse gas standards and facility environmental requirements in effort to reduce emissions and greenhouse gases.

U.S. policies regarding tariffs as it relates to Canadian automotive, steel, aluminum and critical mineral exports.

USMCA: Participation in consultation group in the renegotiation of the United States, Mexico, Canada agreement, administered by Global Affairs Canada.

Ensure an automotive strategy provides for a competitive environment that encourages maintenance of current and new automotive investment.

Discussion concerning policies that relate to import and export of vehicles and parts, including impact on Canada's automotive sector and national security.

Ensure that federal ZEV policies support consumer uptake and demand, and comprehend the integrated nature of the auto industry and the need for alignment with U.S. federal ZEV policies and programs.

Ensure an automotive strategy provides for a competitive environment that encourages maintenance of current and new automotive investment.

Bilateral and plurilateral trade agreements that comprehend the North American integration of the automotive industry.

Trade agreement negotiation and implementation that maximizes commercial benefits and export opportunities.

Work with Government of Canada to promote and support Canada's space economy

Pharmaceutical pricing policy issues arising from the jurisdiction of the Patented Medicines Prices Review Board (PMPRB)

Canada's Drug Agency policies as it relates to reimbursement recommendation decision-making process and framework

Pharmaceutical pricing policy issues arising from the jurisdiction of the Patended Medicines Prices Review Board (PMPRB) and R&D reporting.

Common Drug Review Policies as it relates to reimbursement recommendation decision-making process and framework.