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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.

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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. We meet Canadians from every region of the country to engage them in our deliberations. In fact, the NRT is the only national organization with a direct mandate from Parliament to engage Canadians in the generation and promotion of sustainable development advice and solutions.

Upcoming Events

April 27, 2012

Facing the Elements: Building Business Resilience in a Changing Climate

The National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy is pleased to release two more reports as part of our Climate Prosperity series on how business can and should adapt to climate change. Our “Advisory Report” to government and “Business Primer” for companies set out practical information, advice, and recommendations on the business case for climate adaptation and how this can positively affect bottom lines. With practical case studies and real-world examples from “climate pacesetting companies”, we show what business and government can do now to build business resilience and ensure continued prosperity while facing the elements. [Read the reports]

Latest Events

Mining Sector Roundtable – October 16, 2009 READ
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Mining Sector Roundtable – October 16, 2009

The National Round Table, in collaboration with the Mining Association of Canada (MAC), hosted a roundtable meeting of stakeholders/experts from the mining community to discuss issues pertaining to the existing and future use of Canada’s water resources by the mining sector.

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The Sustainability Project – Roundtable 1

Do the challenges of sustainable development and climate change require a more collaborative approach to governance? Does the existing policy process falls short of what is needed, and is some form of collaborative governance a viable alternative? Is there a common understanding of what we mean by ‘sustainable development’?

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NRT Plenary Session – September 15-16, 2009 – Willson House, Meech Lake, Quebec READ
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NRT Plenary Session – September 15-16, 2009 – Willson House, Meech Lake, Quebec

NRT Members are distinguished sustainability leaders active in businesses, universities, environmental groups, labour and public policy from across Canada.

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NRT Plenary Session – June 2-3, 2009 – Ottawa, Ontario READ
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NRT Plenary Session – June 2-3, 2009 – Ottawa, Ontario

NRT Members are distinguished sustainability leaders active in businesses, universities, environmental groups, labour and public policy from across Canada.

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Energy Efficiency in Canada’s Commercial Building Sector – Vancouver Outreach Session – March 26, 2009 READ
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Energy Efficiency in Canada’s Commercial Building Sector – Vancouver Outreach Session – March 26, 2009

NRTEE-SDTC report on Energy Efficiency in Commercial Building Sector builds momentum among industry stakeholders eager to learn how to reduce emissions and increase energy efficiency. The National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy together with Sustainable Development Technology Canada presented “Geared for Change: Energy Efficiency in Canada’s Commercial Building Sector” at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver

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Energy Efficiency in Canada’s Commercial Building Sector – Montreal Outreach Session – March 13, 2009 READ
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Energy Efficiency in Canada’s Commercial Building Sector – Montreal Outreach Session – March 13, 2009

NRTEE-SDTC report on Energy Efficiency in Commercial Building Sector builds momentum among industry stakeholders eager to learn how to reduce emissions and increase energy efficiency. The National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy together with Sustainable Development Technology Canada presented “Geared for Change: Energy Efficiency in Canada’s Commercial Building Sector” to a packed audience in Montreal.

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