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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.

On the Road to Brazil: The Earth Summit

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RELEASED
1992

The United Nations Conference on Environment and Development was held in Brazil, opening on World Environment Day — June 5, 1992. This book presents an overview of the main issues that faced the international decision makers at the conference: environment and development, protecting the atmosphere and the oceans, waste management, land resources, biological diversity, fresh water resources and biotechnology.