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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

January 26, 2012 – Life Cycle Approaches: Exploring Barriers and Policy Responses READ
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January 26, 2012 – Life Cycle Approaches: Exploring Barriers and Policy Responses

The NRT hosted a stakeholder session to support its research on how Life Cycle Approaches can be used and supported by the Government of Canada.

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January 25, 2012 – Rear Admiral Neil Morisetti Visit READ
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January 25, 2012 – Rear Admiral Neil Morisetti Visit

The NRT hosted the visit and roundtable discussion with Rear Admiral Neil Morisetti, the UK Government Climate and Energy Security Envoy.

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January 24, 2012 – Building Business Resilience in a Changing Climate: A Path Forward for Business and Government READ
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January 24, 2012 – Building Business Resilience in a Changing Climate: A Path Forward for Business and Government

The actions of Canadian business to build resilience to the consequences of climate change will shape our country’s ability to adapt and prosper in a warming world.

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NRT Water Forum – January 12, 2012 READ
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NRT Water Forum – January 12, 2012

The purpose of this forum was to bring attention to critical aspects of water use by Canada’s natural resource sectors, and raise the profile of actions required to better manage our water.

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NRT Plenary Session – December 7-8, 2011 READ
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NRT Plenary Session – December 7-8, 2011

December 7-8, 2011 The NRT builds consensus, beginning with our Members. NRT Members are appointed by the Government of Canada for up to three years. Our Members are themselves a group of distinguished sustainability leaders active in businesses, universities, environmental groups, labour and public policy from across Canada. They meet in a round table format…

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2011 State of the Federation Conference: The Changing Federal Environment: Rebalancing Roles? READ
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2011 State of the Federation Conference: The Changing Federal Environment: Rebalancing Roles?

December 1-3, 2011 – The Institute of Intergovernmental Relations at Queen’s University held its 2011 State of the Federation Conference on December 1-3, 2011, in Montreal, Quebec. NRT President and CEO David McLaughlin spoke at a session on environmental federalism.

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