Alberta Congress 2018

Transcription

1 Alberta Congress 2018 Policy Workshop Handbook Canadian's Economy Stream 2 Version /02/21 E) Fiscal F) Economic Development G) Trade H) Transportation Q) Rural Canada R) Agriculture S) Fisheries

2 Calgary Rocky Ridge New policy proposal Rationale E) Fiscal Transparent Tax Penalties The CPC believes that when a tax paying entity is being assessed a penalty on taxes, a detailed penalty assessment calculation must be provided to the tax paying entity at the time the penalty is assessed. It only seems fair that any entity being assessed a penalty should have the right to have a detailed assessment provided Version 2 Steam 2 1/75

3 Calgary Centre New Policy Proposal Rationale Section: E) Fiscal Repeal Federally-Mandated Carbon Tax We believe that there should be no federally imposed carbon taxes or cap and trade systems on either the provinces or on the citizens of Canada. The provinces should be free to develop (or not develop) their own climate change policies, without federal interference or federal penalties or incentives. Consumer based carbon taxes unfairly disadvantage lower and middle income Canadians who often live in older homes and drive older vehicles, and also Canadians who live in rural areas, in northern communities, and in parts of Canada with more severe winters making transportation, home heating, and food much more expensive. Version 2 Steam 2 2/75

4 Sherwood Park-Fort Saskatchewan Amendment Rationale Section: E) Fiscal 20. Tax Code Simplification The Conservative Party supports a simplified and understandable Income Tax Act. 20. Tax Code Simplification The Conservative Party supports a simplified and understandable Income Tax Act. In order to achieve simplified and understandable legislation for all Canadians, we support a comprehensive non-partisan, independent review of the Income Tax Act and Canada s fiscal framework. Canada needs a tax system for the 21st century, one that reduces compliance costs and increases transparency while promoting growth, investment, entrepreneurship and job creation. The new income tax rules create further complexity to our tax system. A full review of the tax system is needed to ensure it works well for Canadians by identifying the broadest base possible, with lower rates and fewer preferences, and eliminates poorly targeted and inefficient tax measures. " Version 2 Steam 2 3/75

5 Edmonton-Manning Amendment Rationale Section: I) Environment 48. Environmental Principles 48. Environmental Principles In order to have a strong economy and maintain good health, Canada must have strong, coordinated and achievable environmental policies. The Conservative Party believes that responsible exploration, development, conservation and renewal of our environment are vital to our continued well-being as a nation and as individuals. We believe that it is the responsibility of government to ensure that the sometimes competing values of preserving the environment and creating jobs are maintained in proper balance. We believe that all environment and energy initiatives should be reviewed. We believe that an effective international emissions reduction regime on climate change must be truly global and must include binding targets for all the world s major emitters, including China and the United States. We believe that Canada should create a program to heighten public awareness to the economic benefits of environmental solutions which minimize the waste of resources. In order to have a strong economy and maintain good health, Canada must have strong, coordinated and achievable environmental policies. The Conservative Party believes that responsible exploration, development, conservation and renewal of our environment are vital to our continued well-being as a nation and as individuals. We believe that it is the responsibility of government to ensure that the sometimes competing values of preserving the environment and creating jobs are maintained in proper balance. We believe that all environment and energy initiatives should be reviewed. We believe that an effective international emissions reduction regime on climate change must be truly global and must include binding agreed upon targets for all the world s major emitters, including China and the United States. We believe that Canada should create a program to heighten public awareness to the economic benefits of environmental solutions which Remove binding replace with agreed upon. There are other major emitters no need to mention United States and China. Version 2 Steam 2 4/75

6 We believe that Canada should establish a program of tax credits to promote environmental solutions in the areas of transportation and entrepreneurial innovation, among others. We believe that the federal and territorial governments should make joint investments to study and address climate change adaptation in the North. minimize the waste of resources. We believe that Canada should establish a program of tax credits to promote environmental solutions in the areas of transportation and entrepreneurial innovation, among others. We believe that the federal and territorial governments should make joint investments to study and address climate change adaptation in the North. Version 2 Steam 2 5/75

7 Co-Sponsored by: Sherwood Park Fort Saskatchewan St. Albert-Edmonton Section: F) Economic Development 41. Long-Term Energy Framework We believe the government should support and encourage the private development of the Energy East pipeline. In 2013, Canada was forced to import 634,000+ barrels of oil every single day, or 42.8% of the oil Canadians used. This was imported from foreign countries at world prices, while we exported oil produced in Canada to the USA at discounted prices. The Energy East pipeline will replace our dependence on foreign crude with Canadian crude to be refined in Canadian refineries. The $26 billion Canada spent purchasing foreign crude in 2013 would remain in Canada to create jobs for Canadians, taxes and royalties to fund healthcare, education, and prosperity for all Canadians. Amendment 41. Long-Term Energy Framework We believe the government should support and encourage the private development of the Energy East pipeline. In 2013, Canada was forced to import 634,000+ barrels of oil every single day, or 42.8% of the oil Canadians used. This was imported from foreign countries at world prices, while we exported oil produced in Canada to the USA at discounted prices. The Energy East pipeline will replace our dependence on foreign crude with Canadian crude to be refined in Canadian refineries. The $26 billion Canada spent purchasing foreign crude in 2013 would remain in Canada to create jobs for Canadians, taxes and royalties to fund healthcare, education, and prosperity for all Canadians. Rationale The one-sentence policy declaration as amended is clear and is not directly tied to specific out-of-date numbers used to describe the volume and percentage and dollar value of oil imports in We believe the government should continue to support and encourage the private development of the Energy East pipeline Version 2 Steam 2 6/75

8 Battle River-Crowfoot Amendment Rationale Section: G) Trade 42. International Trade The Conservative Party of Canada strongly supports international trade initiatives that will generate increased economic activity, jobs, and a greater understanding and collaborative relationship between emerging economies and our democratic, streamlined regulatory, free enterprise approach to governance. The Conservative Party believes that the government is responsible for taking the lead in working with its provincial partners to eliminate interprovincial trade barriers in transportation, commerce, labour, and capital mobility. We support bringing more security to existing trade related jobs. To create new employment opportunities, our trade agenda will focus on diversifying both the products we sell abroad and the markets into which we sell those products. We emphasize the importance of secure access to international markets through a rules-based trading system. We believe that Canada should strive to maximize the benefits we have 42. International Trade The Conservative Party of Canada strongly supports international trade initiatives that will generate increased economic activity, jobs, and a greater understanding and collaborative relationship between emerging economies and our democratic, streamlined regulatory, free enterprise approach to governance. The Conservative Party believes that the government is responsible for taking the lead in working with its provincial partners to eliminate inter-provincial trade barriers in transportation, commerce, labour, and capital mobility. We support bringing more security to existing trade related jobs. To create new employment opportunities, our trade agenda will focus on diversifying both the products we sell abroad and the markets into which we sell those products. We emphasize the importance of secure access to international markets through a rules-based trading system. We believe that Canada should strive to maximize the benefits we have as a free trading nation, and emphasizes the need to establish trading relationships beyond North America. In future rounds of trade negotiations, we believe the government should: Australia, New Zealand, and the UK all have various import and export needs that Canada can satisfy. Given our Commonwealth roots and similar GDP/Capita ratios, a free trade agreement between all four countries should be simple and quick to negotiate, resulting in economic advantages for all nations involved. Version 2 Steam 2 7/75

9 as a free trading nation, and emphasizes the need to establish trading relationships beyond North America. In future rounds of trade negotiations, we believe the government should: i. vigorously pursue the reduction of international trade barriers and tariffs; ii. pursue the elimination of tradedistorting government export subsidies within clearly established time limits; and iii. seek a clear definition of what constitutes an export subsidy. We support efforts by the government to develop new markets for Canadian goods and services by emphasizing the development of trade ties with emerging markets. In recognition of freshwater as a critical resource to the future of Canadians, we believe that there should be an investigation into the protection and security of our long-term freshwater resources as they pertain to exportation as a commodity. We believe the government should strive to maximize the benefits of our cross border trade by reducing or removing impediments to the efficient flow of goods, services and people at border crossing points. The government should also pursue agreement on standards for secure identification of cross-border travelers that are both i. vigorously pursue the reduction of international trade barriers and tariffs; ii. pursue the elimination of trade-distorting government export subsidies within clearly established time limits; and iii. seek a clear definition of what constitutes an export subsidy. We support efforts by the government to develop new markets for Canadian goods and services by emphasizing the development of trade ties with emerging markets. In recognition of freshwater as a critical resource to the future of Canadians, we believe that there should be an investigation into the protection and security of our long-term freshwater resources as they pertain to exportation as a commodity. We believe the government should strive to maximize the benefits of our cross border trade by reducing or removing impediments to the efficient flow of goods, services and people at border crossing points. The government should also pursue agreement on standards for secure identification of cross-border travelers that are both affordable and convenient. We believe Canada should stimulate the economy by initially focusing on easy-tonegotiate bilateral and/or small-scale multilateral trade deals with Commonwealth nations of similar GDP/Capita ratios that Canada does not presently have formal trade relationships with. Version 2 Steam 2 8/75

10 affordable and convenient. Version 2 Steam 2 9/75

11 42. International Trade Calgary Midnapore Amendment Rationale Section: G) Trade The Conservative Party of Canada strongly supports international trade initiatives that will generate increased economic activity, jobs, and a greater understanding and collaborative relationship between emerging economies and our democratic, streamlined regulatory, free enterprise approach to governance. 42. International Trade The Conservative Party of Canada strongly supports international trade initiatives that will generate increased economic activity, jobs, and a greater understanding and collaborative relationship between emerging economies and our democratic, streamlined regulatory, free enterprise approach to governance. Many top executives in the natural resource industry have affirmed how domestic regulations have been a major obstacle to preventing the global export of our natural resources. The inability to export our resources reduces capital investment, leaves fewer job opportunities, limits wage growth, and makes it harder to fund needed social programs like health care and education. The Conservative Party believes that the government is responsible for taking the lead in working with its provincial partners to eliminate interprovincial trade barriers in transportation, commerce, labour, and capital mobility. The Conservative Party believes that the government is responsible for taking the lead in working with its provincial partners to eliminate interprovincial trade barriers in transportation, commerce, labour, and capital mobility. We support bringing more security to existing trade related jobs. To create new employment opportunities, our trade agenda will focus on diversifying both the products we sell abroad and the markets into which we sell those products. We emphasize the importance of secure access to international markets through a rules-based trading system. We believe that Canada should strive to maximize the benefits we We support bringing more security to existing trade related jobs. To create new employment opportunities, our trade agenda will focus on diversifying both the products we sell abroad and the markets into which we sell those products. We emphasize the importance of secure access to international markets through a rules-based trading system. We believe that Canada should strive to maximize the benefits we Version 2 Steam 2 10/75

12 have as a free trading nation, and emphasizes the need to establish trading relationships beyond North America. In future rounds of trade negotiations, we believe the government should: i. vigorously pursue the reduction of international trade barriers and tariffs; ii. pursue the elimination of tradedistorting government export subsidies within clearly established time limits; and iii. seek a clear definition of what constitutes an export subsidy. We support efforts by the government to develop new markets for Canadian goods and services by emphasizing the development of trade ties with emerging markets. In recognition of freshwater as a critical resource to the future of Canadians, we believe that there should be an investigation into the protection and security of our long-term freshwater resources as they pertain to exportation as a commodity. We believe the government should strive to maximize the benefits of our cross border trade by reducing or removing impediments to the efficient flow of goods, services and people at border crossing points. The government should also pursue have as a free trading nation, and emphasizes the need to establish trading relationships beyond North America. In future rounds of trade negotiations, we believe the government should: i. vigorously pursue the reduction of international trade barriers and tariffs; ii. pursue the elimination of tradedistorting government export subsidies within clearly established time limits; and iii. seek a clear definition of what constitutes an export subsidy. We support efforts by the government to develop new markets for Canadian goods and services by emphasizing the development of trade ties with emerging markets. In recognition of freshwater as a critical resource to the future of Canadians, we believe that there should be an investigation into the protection and security of our long-term freshwater resources as they pertain to exportation as a commodity. We believe the government should strive to maximize the benefits of our cross border trade by reducing or removing impediments to the efficient flow of goods, services and people at border crossing points. The government should also pursue agreement on standards for secure identification of cross- Version 2 Steam 2 11/75

13 agreement on standards for secure identification of cross-border travelers that are both affordable and convenient. border travelers that are both affordable and convenient. We are committed to ensuring market access for our natural resource products through reduced regulation for the betterment of the economy and standard of living for Canadians. Version 2 Steam 2 12/75

14 Calgary Nose Hill New Proposal Rationale Section: H) Transportation 48. Pipeline Energy Transportation The Conservative Party believes that transportation of energy products by pipeline is proven to be the safest, most efficient and environmentally responsible method of transportation. Inter-provincial pipelines are national infrastructure that benefit all Canadians. The basis for this is that there is currently no statement about pipeline energy transportation in the CPC policy. This is even more relevant now with the cancellation of the inter-provincial Energy East Pipeline proposal. Version 2 Steam 2 13/75

15 Foothills Amendment Rationale Section: F) Economic Development 31. Infrastructure 31. Infrastructure The Conservative Party believes the government should allocate a portion of federal retail gasoline taxes to the provinces and territories to fund infrastructure. To augment direct Government support for infrastructure, the Conservative Party supports using the P3 funding model to expand and hasten the renewal of Canada s infrastructure. The Conservative Party believes the government should allocate a portion of federal retail gasoline taxes to the provinces and territories to fund infrastructure. To augment direct Government support for infrastructure, the Conservative Party supports using the P3 funding model to expand and hasten the renewal of Canada s infrastructure. The Conservative Party supports investment in foreign lending institutions only when those institutions operate in line with free market principles, and with a strong human rights and environmental policy. The 1 billion dollar investment by the Liberal government in the AIIB (Asian International Infrastructure Bank) could directly finance and facilitate the expansion and influence of states that oppress their citizens through government regulation, human rights abuses and lack of environmental protections. Version 2 Steam 2 14/75

16 Sherwood Park-Fort Saskatchewan Amendment Rationale Section: E) Fiscal 21. Tax Relief The Conservative Party supports both immediate and long-term broad-based tax relief. Reducing personal income taxes is a priority for the Conservative Party because it increases the takehome pay and raises the living standard of all Canadians. We encourage the government to continue the process of reducing business taxes. Reducing business taxes encourages both foreign and domestic businesses to invest in Canada, meaning more and better jobs for Canadian workers. Lower business taxes mean more jobs as well as greater returns for pension plan members and those who own RRSPs, mutual funds and common shares. We believe that government should reduce capital gains tax and eliminate tax on capital gains that are reinvested. Lower capital gains taxes encourage saving and investment which means more capital for Canadian businesses, more jobs for Canadian workers and bigger returns for Canadian investors. Therefore, we support new measures in which the lifetime capital gains exemption for small business owners, 21 Tax Relief The Conservative Party supports both immediate and long-term broad-based income tax relief for individuals, families and businesses. Reducing personal income taxes is a priority for the Conservative Party because it increases the after-tax income of individual taxpayers and improves the standard of living for all Canadians. We encourage the government to continue the process of reducing corporate income taxes. Reducing business taxes encourages both foreign and domestic businesses to invest in Canada, meaning more and better jobs for Canadian workers. Lower business taxes mean more jobs as well as greater returns for pension plan members and those who own RRSPs, mutual funds and common shares. We believe that government should reduce capital gains tax and eliminate tax on capital gains that are reinvested. Lower capital gains taxes encourage saving and investment which means more capital for Canadian businesses, more jobs for Canadian workers and bigger returns for Canadian investors. The previous policy contained errors and required changes and edits to reflect proper terms and tax practices. We also felt it was better to remove specific policy details that narrowed the focus of the policy to just a few sectors. Version 2 Steam 2 15/75

17 farmers, wood-lot operators, and fishermen were increased. We believe that payroll taxes should not exceed the amount necessary to properly fund Employment Insurance because unnecessarily high payroll taxes are a tax on job creation. Lower payroll taxes encourage hiring and business expansion. Canada s tax system must be built on a foundation of fairness. In this regard, we encourage the government to continue to close loopholes such as the use of offshore tax havens which erode the Canadian tax base and allow companies to avoid paying Canadian taxes. The Conservative Party supports the concept that all taxation must be fair and be reasonable. The government should work to eliminate instances of taxation on taxation. We encourage the Conservative Party to move to a less progressive tax system by reducing the number of personal income tax brackets. Therefore, we support new measures in which the lifetime capital gains exemption for small business owners, farmers, wood-lot operators, and fishermen were increased. We believe that payroll taxes should not exceed the amount necessary to properly fund Employment Insurance because unnecessarily high payroll taxes are a tax on job creation. Lower payroll taxes encourage hiring and business expansion. Canada s tax system must be built on a foundation of fairness. In this regard, we encourage the government to continue to close loopholes such as the use of offshore tax havens which erode the Canadian tax base and allow companies to avoid paying Canadian taxes. The Conservative Party supports the concept that all taxation must be fair and be reasonable. The government should work to eliminate instances of taxation on taxation. We encourage the Conservative Party to move to a less progressive tax system by reducing the number of personal income tax brackets. The reduction of federal corporate income tax rates encourages both foreign and domestic businesses to invest in Canada, meaning more and better jobs for Canadian Version 2 Steam 2 16/75

18 workers. Lower federal corporate tax rates also translates into greater returns for pension plan members and those who invest in RRSPs, TFSA s, mutual funds and common shares of Canadian corporations. Version 2 Steam 2 17/75

19 Sturgeon River-Parkland Amendment Rationale Section: F) Economic Development 41. Long-Term Energy Framework We believe the government should support and encourage the private development of the Energy East pipeline. In 2013, Canada was forced to import 634,000+ barrels of oil every single day, or 42.8% of the oil Canadians used. This was imported from foreign countries at world prices, while we exported oil produced in Canada to the USA at discounted prices. The Energy East pipeline will replace our dependence on foreign crude with Canadian crude to be refined in Canadian refineries. The $26 billion Canada spent purchasing foreign crude in 2013 would remain in Canada to create jobs for Canadians, taxes and royalties to fund healthcare, education, and prosperity for all Canadians. 41. Energy Independence We believe the government should support and encourage the private development of the Energy East pipeline. In 2013, Canada was forced to import 634,000+ barrels of oil every single day, or 42.8% of the oil Canadians used. This was imported from foreign countries at world prices, while we exported oil produced in Canada to the USA at discounted prices. The Energy East pipeline will replace our dependence on foreign crude with Canadian crude to be refined in Canadian refineries. The $26 billion Canada spent purchasing foreign crude in 2013 would remain in Canada to create jobs for Canadians, taxes and royalties to fund healthcare, education, and prosperity for all Canadians. The Conservative Party believes in Canada achieving energy independence and will work to clear bureaucratic barriers preventing this goal. We also believe that we must end the practice of importing oil from countries with poor human rights and environmental records. Canada must create a strategic reserve stockpile of oil for emergency situations. Canada has more than enough supply of oil and natural gas for all of its citizens. While the global market is integrated, it is an accident of history that eastern Canadian refineries do not have pipeline access to Canadian petroleum for refining. This must be resolved with haste. This replacement policy eliminates a title that was shared with policy 39. Version 2 Steam 2 18/75

20 Version 2 Steam 2 19/75

21 Calgary Midnapore Amendment Rationale Section: F) ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 29. Science, Research and Development The Conservative Party supports the establishment of a single authority or single window to review big science projects according to published guidelines. These types of projects are often tied up in the bureaucracy because, under the current system, they are forced to seek funding from a myriad of departments and agencies. A single-window approach would be more transparent for the research community and more accountable to Canadian taxpayers. We support the creation of an independent Chief Scientist who would advise and report to Parliament on scientific matters, and help coordinate science policy issues within government, and internationally. This office would be modeled on the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology in the United Kingdom. The Chief Scientist should be mandated by Parliament to provide independent and balanced analysis of public policy issues related to science and technology. This information should be provided openly to Parliamentarians and Canadians to enable informed decisions. 29. Science, Research and Development Conservative Party believes we have a large role to play in innovation and are committed to being a world class centre for research and development. The Conservative Party We supports the establishment of a single authority or single window to review big science projects according to published guidelines. These types of projects are often tied up in the bureaucracy because, under the current system, they are forced to seek funding from a myriad of departments and agencies. A single-window approach would be more transparent for the research community and more accountable to Canadian taxpayers. We support the creation of an independent Chief Scientist who would advise and report to Parliament on scientific matters, and help coordinate science policy issues within government, and internationally. This office would be modeled on the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology in the United Kingdom. The Chief Scientist should be mandated by Parliament to provide independent and balanced analysis of public policy issues related to science and We have many resources and the ability to attract some of the top talent from around the world. Canada should be doing everything so our people, and corporations, are competitive in the research and development field. Version 2 Steam 2 20/75

22 We support the funding of innovation, technology and research through the granting councils. We support a competitive peer review process and enhanced transparency and accountability to determine who shall receive grants through these councils. We recognize the importance of private sector investment in research and development of commercial applications. We recognize that the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax credit has been successful in spurring private investment in research and development. The government should work with stakeholders in all fields of research and various industry sectors to expand this tax credit. We support the elimination of the capital tax and the reduction of the capital gains tax because the effectiveness of the SR&ED tax credit relies upon the general level of tax on capital and investment. In principle, we believe the government should provide more scientific research and experimental development tax incentives. technology. This information should be provided openly to Parliamentarians and Canadians to enable informed decisions. We support the funding of innovation, technology and research through the granting councils. We support a competitive peer review process and enhanced transparency and accountability to determine who shall receive grants through these councils. We recognize the importance of private sector investment in research and development of commercial applications. We recognize that the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax credit has been successful in spurring private investment in research and development. The government should work with stakeholders in all fields of research and various industry sectors to expand this tax credit. We support the elimination of the capital tax and the reduction of the capital gains tax because the effectiveness of the SR&ED tax credit relies upon the general level of tax on capital and investment. In principle, we believe the government should provide more scientific research and experimental development tax incentives. Version 2 Steam 2 21/75

23 Co-Sponsored by: Edmonton-Manning St. Albert-Edmonton Section: G) Trade 42. International Trade The Conservative Party of Canada strongly supports international trade initiatives that will generate increased economic activity, jobs, and a greater understanding and collaborative relationship between emerging economies and our democratic, streamlined regulatory, free enterprise approach to governance. The Conservative Party believes that the government is responsible for taking the lead in working with its provincial partners to eliminate inter-provincial trade barriers in transportation, commerce, labour, and capital mobility. We support bringing more security to existing trade related jobs. To create new employment opportunities, our trade agenda will focus on diversifying both the products we sell abroad and the markets into which we sell those products. We emphasize the importance of secure access to international markets through a rules-based trading system. We believe that Canada should strive to maximize the benefits we have as a free trading nation, and emphasizes the need to establish trading relationships beyond North America. In future rounds of trade negotiations, we believe the government should: i. vigorously pursue the reduction of Amendment 42. International Trade The Conservative Party of Canada strongly supports international trade initiatives that will generate increased economic activity, jobs, and a greater understanding and collaborative relationship between emerging economies and our democratic, streamlined regulatory, free enterprise approach to governance. The Conservative Party believes that the government is responsible for taking the lead in working with its provincial partners to eliminate inter-provincial trade barriers in transportation, commerce, labour, and capital mobility and the movement of natural resources/products. We support bringing more security to existing trade related jobs. To create new employment opportunities, our trade agenda will focus on diversifying both the products we sell abroad and the markets into which we sell those products. We emphasize the importance of secure access to international markets through a rules-based trading system. We believe that Canada should strive to maximize the benefits we have as a free trading nation, and emphasizes the need to establish trading relationships beyond North Rationale The elimination of interprovincial barriers to the movement of natural resources within Canada is essential if business is to be free to invest and develop major projects that will create new jobs and increase the level of national income and output within the nation. Version 2 Steam 2 22/75

24 international trade barriers and tariffs; ii. pursue the elimination of trade-distorting government export subsidies within clearly established time limits; and iii. seek a clear definition of what constitutes an export subsidy. We support efforts by the government to develop new markets for Canadian goods and services by emphasizing the development of trade ties with emerging markets. In recognition of freshwater as a critical resource to the future of Canadians, we believe that there should be an investigation into the protection and security of our long-term freshwater resources as they pertain to exportation as a commodity. We believe the government should strive to maximize the benefits of our cross border trade by reducing or removing impediments to the efficient flow of goods, services and people at border crossing points. The government should also pursue agreement on standards for secure identification of cross-border travelers that are both affordable and convenient. America. In future rounds of trade negotiations, we believe the government should: i. vigorously pursue the reduction of international trade barriers and tariffs; pursue the elimination of trade-distorting government export subsidies within clearly established time limits; and iii. seek a clear definition of what constitutes an export subsidy. We support efforts by the government to develop new markets for Canadian goods and services by emphasizing the development of trade ties with emerging markets. In recognition of freshwater as a critical resource to the future of Canadians, we believe that there should be an investigation into the protection and security of our longterm freshwater resources as they pertain to exportation as a commodity. We believe the government should strive to maximize the benefits of our cross border trade by reducing or removing impediments to the efficient flow of goods, services and people at border crossing points. The government should also pursue agreement on standards for secure identification of cross-border travelers that are both affordable and convenient. Version 2 Steam 2 23/75

25 Edmonton-Strathcona Amendment Rationale Section: G) Trade 43. Inter-provincial Trade 43. Inter-provincial Trade The Conservative Party of Canada believes that the inefficiency and economic constraints posed by interprovincial trade barriers should be eliminated to as full extent as possible. We believe that free trade principles should apply to all sectors of the economy. The Conservative Party of Canada believes that the inefficiency and economic constraints posed by interprovincial trade barriers should be eliminated to as full extent as possible. We believe that free trade principles should apply to all sectors of the economy. Provincial trade barriers in the liquor, wine, and beer industries prevent the growth of these profitable businesses, and the encouragement of interprovincial trade in this area could incentivize the growth of many small businesses across Canada. We believe the government should take the lead with its provincial partners, especially to modernize and eliminate inter-provincial trade barriers in transportation, commerce, labour, and capital mobility. The Conservative Party of Canada supports and encourages cooperation between provinces toward the standardization of certification processes. If interprovincial harmonization is not possible, we recognize and support that professional certification obtained through a recognized certification process in one province or territory shall entitle that person to work in their profession in any other province or territory. We believe the government should take the lead with its provincial partners, especially to modernize and eliminate inter-provincial trade barriers in transportation, commerce, labour, and capital mobility. The Conservative Party of Canada supports and encourages cooperation between provinces toward the standardization of certification processes. If interprovincial harmonization is not possible, we recognize and support that professional certification obtained through a recognized certification process in one province or territory shall entitle that person to work in their profession in any other province or territory. We believe that the federal government should work with the provinces and We believe that the federal government should work with the provinces and Version 2 Steam 2 24/75

26 territories to modernize the Agreement on Internal Trade in accordance with international trade agreements, including a national dispute resolution process. territories to modernize the Agreement on Internal Trade in accordance with international trade agreements, including a national dispute resolution process. The Conservative Party of Canada shall work with provincial partners to ensure the trade of beer, wine, and liquor across provincial borders is in line with the principles of free trade and that barriers to this trade are eliminated in the spirit of cooperation and efficiency. Version 2 Steam 2 25/75

27 Edmonton-West Deletion of existing policy Rationale Section: R) Agriculture 122. Supply Management The Conservative Party believes it is in the best interest of Canada and Canadian agriculture that the industries under the protection of supply management remain viable. A Conservative Government will support supply management and its goal to deliver a high quality product to consumers for a fair price with a reasonable return to the producer Supply Management The Conservative Party believes it is in the best interest of Canada and Canadian agriculture that the industries under the protection of supply management remain viable. A Conservative Government will support supply management and its goal to deliver a high quality product to consumers for a fair price with a reasonable return to the producer. The Conservative Party stands for free markets, free trade, and improving the lives of Canadian families. Supply management is a legalized cartel which artificially inflates grocery prices for Canadian families by preventing competition from either within Canada or from our trade partners. Supply management is inconsistent with our essential principles. Version 2 Steam 2 26/75

28 Edmonton Mill Woods Amendment Rationale Section: F) Economic Development 39. Long-Term Energy Framework 39. Long Term Energy Framework. The Conservative Party believes that Canada has a natural economic advantage due to an abundance of fossil fuels, uranium, renewable sources of biomass fuel, hydro power generation, and some of the world s best wind regimes. We believe that government should develop a renewable and nonrenewable energy framework which takes into account outstanding obligations and which will meet our long-term requirements for domestic consumption and export. We believe that strengthening energy market integration will ensure greater reliability of energy supplies across Canada. We encourage the government to explore ways to reduce barriers to the movement of energy products across provincial and other borders. The government of Canada should provide leadership and work closely with provincial and territorial governments to align energy goals in the best interests of all Canadians and seek to achieve a positive impact on energy infrastructure development, energy supply and energy demand in Our nation has a rich diversity of domestic energy sources, both renewable and nonrenewable, such as hydro, wind, oil, natural gas, uranium and more. The Conservative Party believes these. that Canada has a natural economic advantage due to an abundance of fossil fuels, uranium, renewable sources of biomass fuel, hydro power generation, and some of the world s best wind regimes Canadian based energy sources are the long term solution to replace and reduce our dependence on foreign energy supplies. We believe that government should develop a renewable and non-renewable energy framework which takes into account outstanding obligations and which will meet our long-term requirements for domestic consumption and export. We believe that strengthening energy market integration will ensure greater reliability of energy supplies across Canada. We encourage the government to explore ways to reduce barriers to the 14 movement of energy products across provincial and other borders. The government of Canada should provide leadership and work closely with provincial and territorial governments to align energy goals in the best interests of all Canadians and seek to achieve a positive impact on energy This proposal makes sec. 39 more succinct and comprehensive. It names categories of resources and actions rather than long or incomplete detail; it provides more purview and is reader-friendly. Version 2 Steam 2 27/75

29 Canada by removing artificial barriers to interprovincial and international energy trade. We continue to support exploration for fossil fuels, pipeline construction, transportation efficiencies and plant improvements to increase energy conversion efficiencies and reduce pollutant and greenhouse gas discharges. We support the application of nuclear energy and its associated industries to provide energy to Canadians while reducing negative impacts on the environment. infrastructure development, energy supply and energy demand in Canada by removing artificial barriers to interprovincial and international energy trade. We will continue to support the development exploration for fossil fuels, pipeline construction, transportation efficiencies and plant improvements to increase energy conversion efficiencies and reduce pollutant and greenhouse gas discharges of these resources, safe transportation methods for them, and the research and development of alternative sources of energy as well as clean air technologies. We support the application of nuclear energy and its associated industries to provide energy to Canadians while reducing negative impacts on the environment. We believe the government should support and encourage the private development of alternative sources of energy and fuels, including: wind, solar, and geothermal sources of energy; alternative transportation fuels including bio-diesel from oil seed crops and methanol, ethanol or methane from biomass and organic waste; fuel cell technology and the use of hydrogen as transportation fuel. We believe that pipelines provide effective and efficient transportation of fossil fuels and will work to insure that Canada has an efficient pipeline We believe the government should support and encourage the private development of alternative sources of energy and fuels, including: wind, solar, and geothermal sources of energy; alternative transportation fuels including bio-diesel from oil seed crops and methanol, ethanol or methane from biomass and organic waste; fuel cell technology and the use of hydrogen as transportation fuel. We believe that pipelines provide effective and efficient transportation of fossil fuels and will work to insure that Canada has an efficient pipeline network, and that legislation implemented through the National Energy Board ensures any liability from pipeline operation and abandonment is assumed by the Version 2 Steam 2 28/75

30 network, and that legislation implemented through the National Energy Board ensures any liability from pipeline operation and abandonment is assumed by the operator of the pipeline and not the public, or the property owner through which the pipeline passes. operator of the pipeline and not the public, or the property owner through which the pipeline passes. Responsible long term domestic energy policies are the key to ensuring prosperity for Canadians and a sustainable environment for future generations. Version 2 Steam 2 29/75

31 Calgary Centre New Policy Proposal Rationale Section: E) Fiscal Repeal The Trudeau Tax The Conservative Party of Canada believes in a progressive tax system to support the Government s activities without overburdening Canadians through overly complicated and unfair tax practices. The Party believes in repealing the new 33% federal income tax bracket introduced by Prime Minister Trudeau's Liberals Version 2 Steam 2 30/75

32 21. Tax Relief Calgary Midnapore Amendment Rationale Section: E) Fiscal The Conservative Party supports both immediate and long-term broad-based tax relief. Reducing personal income taxes is a priority for the Conservative Party because it increases the takehome pay and raises the living standard of all Canadians. We encourage the government to continue the process of reducing business taxes. Reducing business taxes encourages both foreign and domestic businesses to invest in Canada, meaning more and better jobs for Canadian workers. Lower business taxes mean more jobs as well as greater returns for pension plan members and those who own RRSPs, mutual funds and common shares. We believe that government should reduce capital gains tax and eliminate tax on capital gains that are reinvested. Lower capital gains taxes encourage saving and investment which means more capital for Canadian businesses, more jobs for Canadian workers and bigger returns for Canadian investors. Therefore, we support new measures in which the lifetime capital gains exemption for small business owners, farmers, wood-lot operators, and fishermen were increased. 21. Tax Relief The Conservative Party supports both immediate and long-term broad-based tax relief. Reducing personal income taxes is a priority for the Conservative Party because it increases the takehome pay and raises the living standard of all Canadians. We encourage the government to continue the process of reducing business taxes. Reducing business taxes encourages both foreign and domestic businesses to invest in Canada, meaning more and better jobs for Canadian workers. Lower business taxes mean more jobs as well as greater returns for pension plan members and those who own RRSPs, mutual funds and common shares. We believe that government should reduce capital gains tax and eliminate tax on capital gains that are reinvested. Lower capital gains taxes encourage saving and investment which means more capital for Canadian businesses, more jobs for Canadian workers and bigger returns for Canadian investors. Therefore, we support new measures in which the lifetime capital gains exemption for small business owners, farmers, wood-lot operators, and fishermen were increased. We are committed to tax relief for new Version 2 Steam 2 31/75

33 project capital. Version 2 Steam 2 32/75

34 Sturgeon River-Parkland Amendment Rationale Section: H) Transportation 45. Air Transportation The Conservative Party believes the government must negotiate reciprocal Open Skies type agreements where it is deemed to be in Canada s overall interest. We support strong accountability mechanisms for the corporate governance of Canada s airport authorities. We support ensuring airlines are represented on the board of NAV Canada. 47. Increasing Airline Choice for Canadians In close partnership with provincial/territorial governments, airport authorities across the country, and industry partners, the Conservative Party will both introduce & actively promote a new framework for increased domestic & foreign airline competition in Canada, including with cabotage on a trial basis on select routes. 45. Air Transportation The Conservative Party believes the government must negotiate reciprocal Open Skies type agreements where it is deemed to be in Canada s overall interest. We support strong accountability mechanisms for the corporate governance of Canada s airport authorities. We support ensuring airlines are represented on the board of NAV Canada. 47. Increasing Airline Choice for Canadians In close partnership with provincial/territorial governments, airport authorities across the country, and industry partners, the Conservative Party will both introduce & actively promote a new framework for increased domestic & foreign airline competition in Canada, including with cabotage on a trial basis on select routes. The Conservative Party believes in lowering the rents charged to National Airport System (NAS) airports to improve their bottom lines as a precursor to privatization. New updated policy reflects issues identified in the Canadian Transportation Act Review that Ottawa treats our airports as cash cows, has long since recovered invested dollars, and fails to adequately reinvest in the sector. Airports like Ottawa and Calgary must lower their debts or passengers face higher airfares under privatization. We support using the airport rents paid in order to fund capital improvements to regional and remote airports that feed traffic into the NAS Version 2 Steam 2 33/75