Global Automakers of Canada / Constructeurs mondiaux d'automobiles du Canada
Registration:
20
of
35
(2016-02-26
to
2016-08-24)
Legislative Proposal, Bill or Resolution
- Canada EU CETA working to ensure timely implementation and broader regulatory cooperation leading to the incorporation of UNECE safety standards or mutual recognition of same
- Elimination of tariff on finished vehicles
- Extended Producer Responsibilty - proposals for end of life management for ozone depleting substances and VOC's
- Motor Vehicle Safety Act - any proposed changes to the Act are consistent with provisions in the United States
Legislative Proposal, Bill or Resolution, Policies or Program
- Regulatory Cooperation Council work on Transportation and Environment sub-committees to align vehicle safety standards, connected vehicle infrastructure and emission standards on a North American basis
Legislative Proposal, Bill or Resolution, Regulation
- Canadian Environmental Protection Act - the implementation of the regulations regarding GHG emissions from motor vehicles from 2017-2025 and Canada's research and analysis leading to 2018 U.S. mid-term review process
- renewable fuels, altnerantive fuels and associated fuel quality issues to ensure motor vehicles and vehicle systems are not adversely impacted
Policies or Program
- Beyond the Borders Working Group - Activities to harmonize and streamline trade and border processes between Canada and the United States
- Industry Canada - Strategic Policy for Automotive Sector - pertaining to retention of North American production footprint as well as incentives or other mechanisms employed to ensure all manufacturers and distributors are treated equitably
- NRCan fuel consumption test methods - Ensuring consistency of test methodology with the United States as well as ensuring appropriate provisions for Canada-unique vehicles
- Privacy and protection of consumer information as vehicles become more connected and automated
- Transport Canada - Federal infrastructure - New crossing between Windsor and Detroit. Vancouver Gateway, Halifax Gateway -to facilitate international trade
- World Trade Organization decisions affecting the automotive industry in Canada - Doha Round and MFN tariff reductions
Regulation
- Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards - Consultation and discussion on proposed amendments to various standards to align with similar Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) in the United States with consideration to UNECE standards
- Chemical Management Plan under Canadian Environmental Protection Act,1999 - risk management plans for chemical substance of concern potentially contained within the automobile or its components. Recent chemical plans impacting the automobile include BNST, HBCD, decaBDE
- On-Road Vehicle and Emissions Regulations - ensure alignment of standards with the United States