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FINDING SUSTAINABLE PATHWAYS

OUR PROCESS

Our process helps Canada achieve sustainable development solutions that integrate environmental and economic considerations to ensure the lasting prosperity and well-being of our nation.

RESEARCH

We rigorously research and conduct high quality analysis on issues of sustainable development. Our thinking is original and thought provoking.

CONVENE

We convene opinion leaders and experts from across Canada around our table to share their knowledge and diverse perspectives. We stimulate debate and integrate polarities. We create a context for possibilities to emerge.

ADVISE

We generate ideas and provide realistic solutions to advise governments, Parliament and Canadians. We proceed with resolve and optimism to bring Canada’s economy and environment closer together.

Annual Report 2007-2008 – Statement of Financial Position

At March 31

2008 ($) 2007 ($)
ASSETS
Financial Assets
Due from Consolidated Revenue Fund 533,369 530,825
Receivables (Note 4) 94,886 148,465
628,256 679,290
 
Non-Financial Assets
Publication inventory for resale (Note 2) 25,426
Prepaid expenses 32,614 49,483
Tangible capital assets (Note 5) 158,601 203,426
191,215 708,730
     

TOTAL ASSETS

819,471 957,625
       
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY OF CANADA
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities (Note 6) 705,145 746,432
Employee future benefits (Note 7) 427,731 192,309
1,132,876 938,741
     
EQUITY OF CANADA (313,404) 18,884
       

TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY OF CANADA

819,471 957,625

Contractual obligations (Note 8)

The accompanying notes form an integral part of these financial statements.

Approved by:

David McLaughlin
President and Chief Executive Officer
Lisa Woodward
Director, Corporate Services