A sustainable development vision for Canada
Our goals
Thirteen aspirational goals support our sustainable development vision and reflect the Canada we want:
- Effective action on climate change – A low-carbon economy contributes to limiting global average temperature rise to well below two degrees Celsius and supports efforts to limit the increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius
- Greening government – The Government of Canada will transition to low-carbon, climate-resilient, and green operations
- Clean growth – A growing clean technology industry in Canada contributes to clean growth and the transition to a low-carbon economy
- Modern and resilient infrastructure – Modern, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure supports clean economic growth and social inclusion
- Clean energy – All Canadians have access to affordable, reliable and sustainable energy
- Healthy coasts and oceans – Coasts and oceans support healthy, resilient and productive ecosystems
- Pristine lakes and rivers – Clean and healthy lakes and rivers support economic prosperity and the well-being of Canadians
- Sustainably managed lands and forests – Lands and forests support biodiversity and provide a variety of ecosystem services for generations to come
- Healthy wildlife populations – All species have healthy and viable populations
- Clean drinking water – All Canadians have access to safe drinking water and, in particular, the significant challenges Indigenous communities face are addressed
- Sustainable food – Innovation and ingenuity contribute to a world-leading agricultural sector and food economy for the benefit of all Canadians
- Connecting Canadians with nature – Canadians are informed about the value of nature, experience nature first hand, and actively engage in its stewardship
- Safe and healthy communities – All Canadians live in clean, sustainable communities that contribute to their health and well-being
