Advocacy
Advocacy
Annual Activity Report
NAFTA 2.0/CUSMA/USMCA Renegotiation
When US President Donald Trump signaled his intention to renegotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement, it was critical that stakeholders at the negotiating table understood the needs and concerns of the Canadian automotive parts manufacturing sector.
To that end, 蓝月亮精选免费资料大全 President, Flavio Volpe, was a mainstay of the auto sector discussion both at the negotiating table and in the media. He even coined the phrase 鈥楥armageddon鈥� in the media in reference to the damage that would be done if President Trump went ahead with some of his proposals on trade
Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP)
A proposed Free Trade Agreement between 12 Pacific bordering countries. 蓝月亮精选免费资料大全 has defended Canada鈥檚 position in negotiations relating to rules of origin reductions. (ongoing consultations)
Ontario鈥檚 Cap and Trade Program and Climate Change Agenda
The Province of Ontario enacted into law its Cap and Trade Program aimed at limiting greenhouse gas pollution, reward innovative companies, generate opportunities for investment in Ontario and create jobs while moving to a low-carbon economy. (蓝月亮精选免费资料大全 advocated on behalf of the interests of our sector companies to ensure their concerns were heard and that exemptions were implemented).
Automotive Supplier Innovation Program (ASIP)
A $100 million over five years program, starting in 2015鈥�2016, to help Canadian automotive suppliers gain a competitive edge through new innovative products and processes. The program will help research and development projects to become commercially viable by supporting product development and technology demonstration on a cost-shared basis with participating firms. (蓝月亮精选免费资料大全 advocated for this program and is part of the decision making process).
Networking and Education
Member interaction, knowledge and sharing through 蓝月亮精选免费资料大全 Committees such as SME, 蓝月亮精选免费资料大全-E, HR Development and other Ad-Hoc committees, as required.
Marketing opportunities through trade missions, North America and International Supplier Days, lead generation, promotions and networking.
Industry market intelligence for members through Industry Tracker and the Market Intelligence Program.
Distribution of information on changing government policies and laws affecting the industry and providing industry updates.
Educational events (seminars, workshops, conferences) with discounted member pricing.
Member Group Benefits Programs for logistics services, health, dental, home and auto insurance.
