2023–2024 Departmental Results Report – United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals

Pacific Economic Development Canada

PacifiCan contributed to the Government of Canada’s efforts to support the United Nations (UN) 2030 Agenda and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by promoting growth and diversification, sustainability, and inclusivity. This included investments in clean technology and clean resource projects ($24.5 million in approved funding in 2023-24), which supported sustainable, inclusive economic growth for British Columbians.

The Agency’s programs and services contributed to the following Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

• SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) – Promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.
• SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) – Reduce inequality within and among countries
• SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) – Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
• SDG 13 (Climate Action) – Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts

More information on PacifiCan’s plans can be found in the Departmental Sustainable Development Strategy (DSDS). The Agency’s 2023-24 DSDS Report will be published in fall 2024.