Registry of Lobbyists
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Agriculture, International Trade
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Agriculture Trade - multi-lateral and bi-lateral trade negotiations and discussions to reduce tariffs and non-tariff trade barriers on soybeans and soy products.
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Grant, Contribution or Other Financial Benefit, Policies or Program, Regulation
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Agriculture, International Trade
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Bill C 282 An Act to amend the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Act (supply management), with respect to how future international trade negotiations and outcomes are are affected by the Bill.
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Legislative Proposal, Bill or Resolution
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Agriculture, International Trade, Science and Technology
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Ensure that modifications to the Seeds Regulations take into account the distinct requirements of both oilseed/crushing and identity-preserved/"food grade" soybeans.
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Regulation
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Agriculture, International Trade, Research and Development, Science and Technology
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Health/Safety/Environment approval framework for Plants with Novel Traits (PNTs) and products of Plant Breeding Innovation (PBIs) Soy Canada supports a timely, science, and risk-based assessment processes for domestic and foreign approvals of PNTs and PBIs.
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Regulation, Policies or Program
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Agriculture, International Trade
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Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) - Select national, international and foreign maximum residue limits that reflect science-based risk analyses and take into account both the availability and effectiveness of alternative products and the maintenance of competitiveness with foreign counterparts. Ensure adequate funding for both the Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) and Canadian capacity to negotiate MRLs with foreign and international standards-setting agencies.
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Regulation
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Agriculture, International Trade, Research and Development, Science and Technology
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Retain support from the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada "Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership" Program for international market development and market access, sustainability programming, and a Canadian soy quality program.
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Grant, Contribution or Other Financial Benefit
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Agriculture, International Trade, Transportation
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Support a competitive and efficient grain transportation systems across Canada, including road and port infrastructure, bulk and container rail service, as well as bulk and containerized marine service.
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Policies or Program
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Agriculture, Environment, Internal Trade
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Support the development and use of Canadian soy-based biofuels through the Clean Fuel Standard and Clean Fuel Regulations. Sustainability criteria in the Clean Fuel Regulations should apply on an aggregate basis to Canadian producers and reflect the longstanding and positive impact producers have on land-use and biodiversity.
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Regulation
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Agriculture, International Trade, Research and Development, Science and Technology
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The Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP) is the next policy framework for federal and provincial agricultural programs. Maintain support and full funding for federal and shared funded programs, including support for soybean research through the Agri-Science program
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Grant, Contribution or Other Financial Benefit
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Soy Canada is the national association that represents the soybean value chain in Canada. The organization facilitates cooperation among members and represents the value chain on both domestic and international issues that impact the growth and development of the sector.
Brian Innes, Executive Director
End date of the last completed financial year: 2024-03-31
| Government Institution | Funding Received in Last Financial Year | Funding Expected in Current Financial Year |
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| Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) | $294,831.38 | Yes |
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