2022-23 Departmental Plan, supplementary tables, chapter 5: Environment and Climate Change Canada

United Nations 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals

UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)	Planned initiatives	Associated domestic targets or “ambitions” and/or global targets
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.	The Substances and Waste Management Program aims to reduce threats to the health of Canadians and their environment from harmful substances and waste through various actions and activities including stakeholder engagement, information gathering, research, monitoring, tracking and reporting of harmful substances, and assessing and managing their risks to the environment. Other useful information on substances and waste management: Managing and reducing waste Managing substances in the environment The Air Quality Program aims to improve the quality of ambient air and to reduce outdoor air pollution and its effects on human health and the environment. The Program performs air quality science (research, monitoring and modeling) and, analysis, generates emissions data, and provides technical and policy advice. The Program develops Canadian Ambient Air Quality Standards, monitors and reports on ambient air quality, and develops and administers regulations and other risk management instruments to reduce air pollutant emissions from industry, vehicles, engines and fuels, and consumer and commercial products. The Program collaborates with provinces and territories to implement Canada’s Air Quality Management System and works internationally to reduce transboundary air pollution. Other useful information on air quality: Air quality Air quality research and science Air pollution	These ECCC programs contribute to advancing: Canadian Indicator Framework (CIF) ambitions: 3.9 Canada prevents causes of premature death Target: No specific target Global targets: 3.9 By 2030, substantially reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from hazardous chemicals and air, water and soil pollution and contamination 3.9.1 Mortality rate attributed to household and ambient air pollution 3.9.2 Mortality rate attributed to unsafe water, unsafe sanitation and lack of hygiene (exposure to unsafe Water, Sanitation and Hygiene for All (WASH) services) 3.d Strengthen the capacity of all countries, in particular developing countries, for early warning, risk reduction and management of national and global health risks 3.d.1 International Health Regulations (IHR) capacity and health emergency preparedness
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.	The Water Quality and Ecosystems Partnerships Program aims to contribute to the integrated management of Canada’s priority ecosystems, including improving their water quality and restoring them to a healthy, productive and sustainable state. Priority ecosystems include the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence River system, Lake Winnipeg Basin, Other Major Basins (Fraser River, Mackenzie River, and St. John River), and other Regional Initiatives (Gulf of Maine and Atlantic Ecosystem Initiative). Key science activities include research on the effects of nutrients and other contaminants on aquatic ecosystems, and monitoring Canada’s freshwater and shellfish harvesting areas. Other useful information on water quality and ecosystems: Natural resources Water and the environment Cleaning up our lakes and rivers Protecting freshwater The Community Eco-Action Program aims at increasing Canadians’ participation in activities to protect, conserve and restore the environment. The Eco-Action Community Funding Program encourages local action-focused projects that will protect, rehabilitate, or enhance the natural environment, and build the capacity of communities to sustain these activities into the future. The Environmental Damages Fund (EDF) is a Specified Purpose Account (SPA) administered by ECCC to direct funds received from fines, court orders and voluntary payments to priority projects that will benefit Canada’s natural environment. Other useful information on community eco-action: Environmental conservation and protection Environmental funding The Substances and Waste Management Program aims to reduce threats to the health of Canadians and their environment from harmful substances and waste through various actions and activities including stakeholder engagement, information gathering, research, monitoring, tracking and reporting of harmful substances, and assessing and managing their risks to the environment. Other useful information on substances and waste management: Pollution and waste management Managing and reducing waste Managing substances in the environment	These ECCC programs contribute to advancing: Canadian Indicator Framework (CIF) ambitions: 6.4 Canadians have access to drinking water and use it in a sustainable manner Target: No specific target Global targets: 6.3 By 2030, improve water quality by reducing pollution, eliminating dumping and minimizing release of hazardous chemicals and materials, halving the proportion of untreated wastewater and substantially increasing recycling and safe reuse globally 6.5 By 2030, implement integrated water resources management at all levels, including through transboundary cooperation as appropriate 6.5.1 Degree of integrated water resources management implementation (0–100) 6.5.2 Proportion of transboundary basin area with an operational arrangement for water cooperation 6.6 By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes 6.6.1 Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time 6.a By 2030, expand international cooperation and capacity-building support to developing countries in water- and sanitation-related activities and programmes, including water harvesting, desalination, water efficiency, wastewater treatment, recycling and reuse technologies 6.b Support and strengthen the participation of local communities in improving water and sanitation management
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.	The Clean Growth and Climate Change Mitigation Program’s activities include supporting, coordinating developing and implementing Canada’s environmental and climate change policies, programs, regulations and plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs). This program supports the Government of Canada’s commitment to meeting Canada’s GHG emission reduction target of 40 to 45% below 2005 levels by 2030, and putting Canada on a path to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Other useful information on clean growth and climate change mitigation: A Healthy Environment and a Healthy Economy Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act Net-Zero Emissions by 2050 Canada’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan ECCC is consulting on the development of a Clean Electricity Standard to accelerate the transition to a net-zero clean electricity grid by 2035, and a 100% net-zero emitting electricity future.	These ECCC programs contribute to advancing: Canadian Indicator Framework (CIF) ambitions: 7.3 Canadians have access to clean and renewable energy Target: By 2030, 90%, and in the long term 100%, of Canada's electricity is generated from renewable and non-emitting sources Global targets: 7.1 By 2030, ensure universal access to affordable, reliable and modern energy services 7.2 By 2030, increase substantially the share of renewable energy in the global energy mix
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation.	The Clean Growth and Climate Change Mitigation Program’s activities include supporting, coordinating, developing and implementing Canada’s environmental and climate change policies, programs, regulations and plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs). This program supports the Government of Canada’s commitment to meeting Canada’s GHG emission reduction target of 40 to 45% below 2005 levels by 2030, and putting Canada on a path to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Other useful information on clean growth and climate change mitigation: A Healthy Environment and a Healthy Economy Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act Net-Zero Emissions by 2050 Canada’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan	These ECCC programs contribute to advancing: Canadian Indicator Framework (CIF) ambitions: 9.1 Canada fosters sustainable research and innovation Target: No specific target 9.5 Canadians have access to modern and sustainable infrastructure Target: No specific target Global targets: 9.1 Develop quality, reliable, sustainable and resilient infrastructure, including regional and trans-border infrastructure, to support economic development and human well-being, with a focus on affordable and equitable access for all 9.4 By 2030, upgrade infrastructure and retrofit industries to make them sustainable, with increased resource-use efficiency and greater adoption of clean and environmentally sound technologies and industrial processes, with all countries taking action in accordance with their respective capabilities 9.5 Enhance scientific research, upgrade the technological capabilities of industrial sectors in all countries, in particular developing countries, including, by 2030, encouraging innovation and substantially increasing the number of research and development workers per 1 million people and public and private research and development spending 9.b Support domestic technology development, research and innovation in developing countries, including by ensuring a conducive policy environment for, inter alia, industrial diversification and value addition to commodities
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.	The Clean Growth and Climate Change Mitigation Program’s activities include supporting, coordinating, developing and implementing Canada’s environmental and climate change policies, programs, regulations and plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs). This program supports the Government of Canada’s commitment to meeting Canada’s GHG emission reduction target of 40 to 45% below 2005 levels by 2030, and putting Canada on a path to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Other useful information on clean growth and climate change mitigation: A Healthy Environment and a Healthy Economy Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act Net-Zero Emissions by 2050 Canada’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan The Program includes the Green Municipal Fund (GMF), which provides funding to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) to administer a revolving fund for grants, loans and loan guarantees to encourage investment in municipal environmental projects. The Substances and Waste Management Program aims to reduce threats to the health of Canadians and their environment from harmful substances and waste through various actions and activities including stakeholder engagement, information gathering, research, monitoring, tracking and reporting of harmful substances, and assessing and managing their risks to the environment. Other useful information on substances and waste management: Managing and reducing waste Managing substances in the environment Municipal solid waste management The Habitat Conservation and Protection Program aims to secure, protect, connect, improve and restore ecologically sensitive habitat, including wetlands, to contribute to the conservation and protection of migratory birds, species at risk and other wildlife. Other useful information on habitat conservation and protection: Wildlife, plants and species Biodiversity The Air Quality Program aims to improve the quality of ambient air and to reduce outdoor air pollution and its effects on human health and the environment. The Program performs air quality science (research, monitoring and modeling) and, analysis, generates emissions data, and provides technical and policy advice. The Program develops Canadian Ambient Air Quality Standards, monitors and reports on ambient air quality, and develops and administers regulations and other risk management instruments to reduce air pollutant emissions from industry, vehicles, engines and fuels, and consumer and commercial products. The Program collaborates with provinces and territories to implement Canada’s Air Quality Management System and works internationally to reduce transboundary air pollution. Other useful information on air quality: Air quality Air quality research and science Air pollution	These ECCC programs contribute to advancing: Canadian Indicator Framework (CIF) ambitions: 11.3 Canadians live in healthy, accessible, and sustainable cities and communities Target: Increase the percentage of Canadians living in areas where air pollutants concentrations are less or equal to the standards from 60% in 2005 to 85% in 2030 Global targets: 11.4 Strengthen efforts to protect and safeguard the world’s cultural and natural heritage 11.6 By 2030, reduce the adverse per capita environmental impact of cities, including by paying special attention to air quality and municipal and other waste management 11.7 By 2030, provide universal access to safe, inclusive and accessible, green and public spaces, in particular for women and children, older persons and persons with disabilities 11.a Support positive economic, social and environmental links between urban, peri-urban and rural areas by strengthening national and regional development planning
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.	The Substances and Waste Management Program aims to reduce threats to the health of Canadians and their environment from harmful substances and waste and to reduce threats to Canada’s aquatic system and prevent marine pollution, and contributes to ecosystem health in oceans and the Antarctic. ECCC works towards achieving Canada’s goal of zero plastic waste by 2030, and supporting the transition to a circular plastics economy. As the federal government member of the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment (CCME), ECCC works with the provinces and territories, to implement the 2018 Canada-wide Strategy on Zero Plastic Waste, and its Phase 1 and 2 Action Plans. The comprehensive Strategy targets each stage in the lifecycle of plastics through a suite of activities described in its Action Plans. In particular, the CCME is developing guidance on consistent extended producer responsibility policies. Priorities for ECCC in 2022–23 include finalizing the ban on select harmful single use plastic products and developing recycled content requirements for plastic products. Other useful information on substances and waste management: Pollution and waste management Waste management in Canada Plastic waste and pollution reduction Solid waste diversion and disposal Through the Chemicals Management Plan (CMP), the Government of Canada works with domestic and international partners to reduce the risks posed to Canadians and the environment by exposure to harmful substances. The CMP is conducting national consultations to help ensure that businesses and consumers have access to the information required in order to support sustainable products and sustainable decision-making by consumers, including through regulatory or other equally effective actions. Canada has championed the Ocean Plastics Charter since 2018. The Charter takes a unique and comprehensive approach to addressing plastic pollution by encouraging ambitious action by signatory governments, businesses and organizations across the full lifecycle of plastics. In support of the Charter, Canada is delivering $100M to help address plastic waste in developing countries, spark innovation to beat plastic pollution, and support innovative private-public partnerships. More recently, Canada played a leadership role during the UN Environment Assembly negotiations (early spring 2022), and helped secure the mandate needed to move the world forward in establishing an international legally binding agreement on plastic pollution. Canada stands ready to work with all countries and partners towards developing this agreement and ending plastic pollution globally. The Clean Growth and Climate Change Mitigation Program’s activities include supporting, coordinating, developing and implementing Canada’s environmental and climate change policies, programs, regulations and plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs). This program supports the Government of Canada’s commitment to meeting Canada’s GHG emission reduction target of 40 to 45% below 2005 levels by 2030, and putting Canada on a path to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Other useful information on clean growth and climate change mitigation: A Healthy Environment and a Healthy Economy Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act Net-Zero Emissions by 2050 Canada’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan	These ECCC programs contribute to advancing: Canadian Indicator Framework (CIF) ambitions: 12.1 Canadians consume in a sustainable manner Target: Zero-emission vehicles represent 10% of new light duty vehicle sales by2025, 30% by 2030 and 100% by 2040 12.2/12.3 Canadians consume in a sustainable manner Target: No specific target Global targets: 12.1 Implement the 10-Year Framework of Programmes on Sustainable Consumption and Production Patterns, all countries taking action, with developed countries taking the lead, taking into account the development and capabilities of developing countries 12.2 By 2030, achieve the sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources 12.3 By 2030, halve per capita global food waste at the retail and consumer levels and reduce food losses along production and supply chains, including post-harvest losses 12.4 By 2020, achieve the environmentally sound management of chemicals and all wastes throughout their life cycle, in accordance with agreed international frameworks, and significantly reduce their release to air, water and soil in order to minimize their adverse impacts on human health and the environment 12.5 By 2030, substantially reduce waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling and reuse 12.6 Encourage companies, especially large and transnational companies, to adopt sustainable practices and to integrate sustainability information into their reporting cycle 12.7 Promote public procurement practices that are sustainable, in accordance with national policies and priorities 12.8 By 2030, ensure that people everywhere have the relevant information and awareness for sustainable development and lifestyles in harmony with nature 12.a Support developing countries to strengthen their scientific and technological capacity to move towards more sustainable patterns of consumption and production 12.b Develop and implement tools to monitor sustainable development impacts for sustainable tourism that creates jobs and promotes local culture and products
SDG 13: Climate Action Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.	The Clean Growth and Climate Change Mitigation Program’s activities include supporting, coordinating, developing and implementing Canada’s environmental and climate change policies, programs, regulations and plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs). This program supports the Government of Canada’s commitment to meeting Canada’s GHG emission reduction target of 40 to 45% below 2005 levels by 2030, and putting Canada on a path to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Other useful information on clean growth and climate change mitigation: A Healthy Environment and a Healthy Economy Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act Net-Zero Emissions by 2050 Canada’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan The Climate Change Adaptation Program coordinates action on the adaptation and climate resilience elements of the Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change and Canada’s strengthened climate plan. Included here is the climate science, modelling and analysis to inform decision-making. This Program is also directly delivering on the commitment to establish a Canadian Centre for Climate Services to improve access to foundational climate science, information, and services. Other useful information on climate change adaptation: Adaptation and climate resilience Adapting to climate change in Canada Canadian Centre for Climate Services Canada’s National Adaptation Strategy The International Climate Change Action Program leads Canada’s efforts in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change process with a focus on the implementation of the Paris Agreement and provides leadership, expertise and advances Canada’s priorities in other international fora. The Program helps developing countries transition to sustainable, low-carbon, climate–resilient, nature-positive and inclusive development through delivering on Canada’s international climate finance commitments. Financing is also provided to domestic and international organizations, and to climate science and other environmental organizations that work to advance global climate change action. The Program co-leads the negotiation of environmental commitments in Canada’s Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) including the promotion of substantive climate change provisions. The program is also responsible for the implementation of environmental provisions in FTAs and environmental cooperation instruments, as well as promoting the adoption of Canadian cleantech solutions globally to advance climate action. Other useful information on Canada’s international climate change actions: Canada’s international action on climate change Canada’s Achievements at COP26 Canada's priorities on climate change Canada's international climate finance Compendium of Canada’s Engagement in International Environmental Agreements and Instruments	These ECCC programs contribute to advancing: Canadian Indicator Framework (CIF) ambitions: 13.1 Canadians reduce their greenhouse gas emissions Target: By 2030, reduce Canada's total greenhouse gas emissions by 40 to 45%, relative to 2005 emission levels. By 2050, achieve economy-wide net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. 13.2/13.3 Canadians are well-equipped and resilient to face the effects of Climate change Target: No specific target Global targets: 13.1 Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate related hazards and natural disasters in all countries. 13.2 Integrate climate change measures into national policies, strategies and planning. 13.a Implement the commitment undertaken by developed country parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change to a goal of mobilizing jointly $100 billion annually by 2020 from all sources to address the needs of developing countries in the context of meaningful mitigation actions and transparency on implementation and fully operationalize the Green Climate Fund through its capitalization as soon as possible. 13.b Promote mechanisms for raising capacity for effective climate change-related planning and management in least developed countries and small island developing States, including focusing on women, youth and local and marginalized communities. 13.3 Improve education, awareness-raising and human and institutional capacity on climate change mitigation, adaptation, impact reduction and early warning
SDG 14: Life below Water Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development.	The Substances and Waste Management Program aims to reduce threats to the health of Canadians and their environment from harmful substances and waste and to reduce threats to Canada’s aquatic system and prevent marine pollution, and contributes to ecosystem health in oceans and the Antarctic. As part of its work towards achieving Canada’s goal of zero plastic waste by 2030, ECCC supports projects that help to capture and remove plastic pollution or prevent plastic waste from entering the environment including freshwater, marine, and terrestrial environments. The Program also implements regulations to reduce and prevent environmental emergencies and responds to environmental emergencies 24/7, by providing scientific and technical advice and ensuring measures are taken to protect the environment. Other useful information on substances and waste management: Pollution and waste management Waste management in Canada Plastic waste and pollution reduction Pollution emergencies Canada has championed the Ocean Plastics Charter since 2018. The Charter takes a unique and comprehensive approach to addressing plastic pollution by encouraging ambitious action by signatory governments, businesses and organizations across the full lifecycle of plastics. In support of the Charter, Canada is delivering $100M to help address plastic waste in developing countries, spark innovation to beat plastic pollution, and support innovative private-public partnerships. More recently, Canada played a leadership role during the UN Environment Assembly negotiations (early spring 2022), and helped secure the mandate needed to move the world forward in establishing an international legally binding agreement on plastic pollution. Canada stands ready to work with all countries and partners towards developing this agreement and ending plastic pollution globally. The Compliance Promotion and Enforcement - Pollution Program works to minimize damage to the environment from pollution by promoting compliance and applying a risk-based approach to enforce environmental laws, regulations and other instruments administered by Environment and Climate Change Canada. Other useful information on enforcement activities related to the protection of water resources : Compliance and enforcement policy for habitat and pollution provisions of Fisheries Act Understanding the Canadian Environmental Protection Act Canadian Environmental Protection Act: compliance and enforcement policy Policy framework to implement the Environmental Violations Administrative Monetary Penalties Act The Habitat Conservation and Protection Program aims to secure, protect, connect, improve and restore ecologically sensitive habitat, including wetlands, to contribute to the conservation and protection of migratory birds, species at risk and other wildlife. Other useful information on habitat conservation and protection: Wildlife, plants and species Biodiversity	These ECCC programs contribute to advancing: Canadian Indicator Framework (CIF) ambitions: 14.1 Canada protects and conserves marine areas and sustainably manages ocean fish stocks Target: Conserve 25% of Canada's oceans by 2025, working towards 30% by 2030 Global targets: 14.1 By 2025, prevent and significantly reduce marine pollution of all kinds, in particular from land-based activities, including marine debris and nutrient pollution 14.2 By 2020, sustainably manage and protect marine and coastal ecosystems to avoid significant adverse impacts, including by strengthening their resilience, and take action for their restoration in order to achieve healthy and productive oceans 14.3 Minimize and address the impacts of ocean acidification, including through enhanced scientific cooperation at all levels 14.4 By 2020, effectively regulate harvesting and end overfishing, illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing and destructive fishing practices and implement science-based management plans, in order to restore fish stocks in the shortest time feasible, at least to levels that can produce maximum sustainable yield as determined by their biological characteristics 14.5 By 2020, conserve at least 10 per cent of coastal and marine areas, consistent with national and international law and based on the best available scientific information 14.a Increase scientific knowledge, develop research capacity and transfer marine technology, taking into account the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission Criteria and Guidelines on the Transfer of Marine Technology, in order to improve ocean health and to enhance the contribution of marine biodiversity to the development of developing countries, in particular small island developing States and least developed countries 14.c Enhance the conservation and sustainable use of oceans and their resources by implementing international law as reflected in the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, which provides the legal framework for the conservation and sustainable use of oceans and their resources, as recalled in paragraph 158 of “The future we want”
SDG 15: Life on Land Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss.	The Habitat Conservation and Protection Program aims to secure, protect, connect, improve and restore ecologically sensitive habitat, including wetlands, to contribute to the conservation and protection of migratory birds, species at risk and other wildlife. Other useful information on habitat conservation and protection: Wildlife, plants and species Biodiversity The Biodiversity Policy and Partnerships Program aims to conserve biodiversity and to develop and meet Canada’s biodiversity commitments and obligations, to influence international policy related to biodiversity conservation and sustainable use. As such, ECCC leads in the negotiation and implementation of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and other conventions, including on resource mobilization and biodiversity financing. This work aims to ensure adequate financing for biodiversity policy in order to achieve the goals and targets under the SDGs related to the protection, restoration, and sustainable use of biodiversity and nature. Other useful information on biodiversity: Wildlife, plants and species Biodiversity Migratory Birds Financial Reporting Framework: Reporting on progress towards 2020 The Species at Risk Program aims to prevent wildlife species from being extirpated or becoming extinct, to provide for the recovery of wildlife species that are extirpated, endangered or threatened, and to manage species of special concern to prevent them from becoming endangered or threatened. Independent actions on single species are complemented with strategic multi-species and ecosystems-based actions – focused on a set of shared priority places, species, and sectors with provinces and territories across Canada – through the implementation of the Pan-Canadian Approach to Transforming Species at Risk Conservation in Canada. Other useful information on species at risk: Wildlife, plants and species Species at risk The Migratory Birds and Other Wildlife Program contributes to maintaining healthy populations of migratory birds and other wildlife by reducing threats to populations and by conserving, protecting and enhancing priority habitats. Other useful information on migratory birds and other wildlife: Wildlife, plants and species Migratory birds Wildlife research and landscape science The Compliance Promotion and Enforcement – Wildlife Program works to conserve and protect the natural environment through compliance promotion and apply a risk-based approach to enforce the Species at Risk Act, Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994, Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act, Antarctic Environmental Protection Act and Canada Wildlife Act. Other useful information on wildlife compliance, promotion and enforcement: Information about the Canada Wildlife Act Information about the Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994 Information about the Species at Risk Act Information about the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act Information about the Antarctic Environmental Protection Act Compliance and Enforcement Policy for Wildlife Legislation	These ECCC programs contribute to advancing: Canadian Indicator Framework (CIF) ambitions: 15.1/15.2 Canada ensures all species have healthy and viable populations Target: No specific target 15.3 Canada conserves and restores ecosystems and habitat Target: Conserve 25% of Canada's land by 2025, working towards 30% by 2030 15.4/15.5 Canada sustainably manages forests, lakes and rivers Target: No specific target Global targets: 15.1 By 2020, ensure the conservation, restoration and sustainable use of terrestrial and inland freshwater ecosystems and their services, in particular forests, wetlands, mountains and drylands, in line with obligations under international agreements 15.2 By 2020, promote the implementation of sustainable management of all types of forests, halt deforestation, restore degraded forests and substantially increase afforestation and reforestation globally 15.4 By 2030, ensure the conservation of mountain ecosystems, including their biodiversity, in order to enhance their capacity to provide benefits that are essential for sustainable development 15.5 Take urgent and significant action to reduce the degradation of natural habitats, halt the loss of biodiversity and, by 2020, protect and prevent the extinction of threatened species 15.6 Promote fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising from the utilization of genetic resources and promote appropriate access to such resources, as internationally agreed 15.7 Take urgent action to end poaching and trafficking of protected species of flora and fauna and address both demand and supply of illegal wildlife products 15.8 By 2020, introduce measures to prevent the introduction and significantly reduce the impact of invasive alien species on land and water ecosystems and control or eradicate the priority species 15.9 By 2020, integrate ecosystem and biodiversity values into national and local planning, development processes, poverty reduction strategies and accounts 15.a Mobilize and significantly increase financial resources from all sources to conserve and sustainably use biodiversity and ecosystems 15.c Enhance global support for efforts to combat poaching and trafficking of protected species, including by increasing the capacity of local communities to pursue sustainable livelihood opportunities
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.	The International Climate Change Action Program leads Canada’s efforts in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change process with a focus on the implementation of the Paris Agreement, provides leadership and expertise, and advances Canada’s priorities in other international fora. The Program helps developing countries transition to sustainable, low-carbon, climate–resilient, nature-positive and inclusive development through delivering on Canada’s international climate finance commitments. Financing is also provided to domestic and international organizations, and to climate science and other environmental organizations that work to advance global climate change action. The Program co-leads the negotiation of environmental commitments in Canada’s Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) including the promotion of substantive climate change provisions. The program is also responsible for the implementation of environmental provisions in FTAs and environmental cooperation instruments, as well as promoting the adoption of Canadian cleantech solutions globally to advance climate action. Other useful information on Canada’s international climate change actions: Canada’s international action on climate change Canada’s Achievements at COP26 Canada's priorities on climate change Canada's international climate finance Compendium of Canada’s Engagement in International Environmental Agreements and Instruments The Biodiversity Policy and Partnerships Program aims to conserve biodiversity and to develop and meet Canada’s biodiversity commitments and obligations, to influence international policy related to biodiversity conservation and sustainable use. As such, ECCC leads in the negotiation and implementation of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and other conventions, including on resource mobilization and biodiversity financing. This work aims to ensure adequate financing for biodiversity policy in order to achieve the goals and targets under the SDGs related to the protection, restoration, and sustainable use of biodiversity and nature. Other useful information on biodiversity: Wildlife, plants and species Biodiversity Migratory Birds Financial Reporting Framework: Reporting on progress towards 2020	These ECCC programs contribute to advancing: Canadian Indicator Framework (CIF) ambitions: 17.1/17.2 Canada fosters collaboration and partnerships to advance the SDGs Target: No specific target Global targets: 17.3 Mobilize additional financial resources for developing countries from multiple sources 17.10 Promote a universal, rules-based, open, non-discriminatory and equitable multilateral trading system under the World Trade Organization, including through the conclusion of negotiations under its Doha Development Agenda.

For more information on actions that contribute to the United Nations 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals, please consult ECCC’s 2022-23 Departmental Plan and 2020 to 2023 Departmental Sustainable Development Strategy.

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