Politique ou Programme

• Canada Border Services Agency with respect to the regulatory amendments under the Customs Act as it pertains to timelines for ACI reporting and container examinations.
• Canadian Food Inspection Agency with respect to Plant Protection and export measures as they relate to vessel and cargo requirements and inspections.
• Policies considered to establish oversight of anchorages outside of the jurisdiction of port authorities.
• Seek improvements to expedite the issuance of crew visas to expedite crew changes in Canada.
• Supporting green shipping corridors and funding opportunities to establish alternate fuels and shore power for domestic and international ocean carriers.

Proposition législative, Projet de loi ou résolution

• Amendments to Marine Transportation Security Act and the Canada Marine Act with respect to the governance of Canadian port authorities in Bill C-33 and Bill C-52.
• Canada Shipping Act 2001 with respect to its review and potential amendment to address concerns associated with marine safety, the management of vessel traffic, and marine pollution preparedness and prevention.
• Proposal to expand Canada's marine and coastal protected areas with respect to a target of 30% by 2030.
• The Pilotage Act and its implementation with respect to pilot certificates, compulsory areas, and safety management systems.

Règlement

• Cargo, Fumigation & Tackle Regulations with respect to vessel inspections and the safety associated with the movement of cargo. Supporting best practices and streamlined inspections.