Presentation to China Forum

Maureen Copley
Canada’s NPA Secretariat
Environment Canada

Canada’s Commitment
Eleven years ago, Canada pledged to protect its marine environment against pollution and habitat destruction resulting from human activities on land

Canada’s Approach
Delivering on the principles of the GPA requires consideration of the domestic context
Canada considered:
Geography & Size
Governments and responsibilities
Regional differences and major concerns

 China & Canada
Similarities
Geography – large diverse countries with long coastlines; major river basin inputs
Governance – multi-level governments

Opportunity for China
Growing economy
Incorporate sustainable development from start
Knowledge and lessons learned

Lessons Learned
Adapt the methodology set out in the GPA to your own country
Strengthen partnerships between ministries with shared interests
Communicate the goals of your NPA and promote your achievements
Establish a national secretariat to provide guidance and support
Use your NPA to improve efficiency by linking existing programs
Establish methods for setting priorities, monitoring, measuring progress

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Maureen Copley
Canada’s NPA Secretariat
Environment Canada
Gatineau, Québec
CANADA