1.

Calls For Delegates

1. Conference Calls on Proposed Regulatory Provisions for the export and import of non-hazardous waste

2.

Calls For Input / Calls For Comments / Calls For Nominations / Calls For Participation

1. Call for Proposals – Research in Environmental Assessment

3.

Action Alerts

1. Atlantic Canadians’ Declaration Against Atlantica

4.

Announcements

1. New RCEN Staff

5.

Resources

1. New Weekly Bulletin About Corporate Social Responsibility

6.

Events

1. Americas' Bird Trek 2006

7.

Employment

1. Accounting and Finance Manager, Canadian Environmental Network
2. Alaska Mining Reform Campaign Director, Alaskans for Responsible Mining

1.

Calls For Delegates

i.

Conference Calls on Proposed Regulatory Provisions for the export and import of non-hazardous waste

Environment Canada (EC) is seeking 5 ENGO delegates to take part in three conference calls regarding proposed regulatory provisions for the export and import of non-hazardous waste, on which EC has drafted a discussion document. The first of the three teleconferences will take place on Monday, June 12th 2006. Each delegate will receive $1,000 to review information and to attend the 3 conference calls. A final consolidated ENGO position paper is expected by July 31st, 2006. Funds in the amount of $2,500 are available for research, writing, reviewing, and editing. The deadline to apply is Monday, May 29, 2006.

The discussion document, contains an abridged description of the objectives, structure, and content of the proposed regulatory provisions, as well as the operational procedures to be followed once they are put into place. Many of the ideas this document puts forward reflect input from multi-stakeholder consultations that have taken place on the subject over the past four years.The purpose of the current consultations is to invite all stakeholders to provide their comments on the proposed regulatory provisions, raise awareness of their concerns, and contribute to the development of recommendations that are based on a common understanding of the environmental benefits to be achieved through these provisions.
To apply or for more information, visit EC’s website or contact Olivier Bertin-Mahieux, RCEN Caucus Coordinator, tel.: (613) 728-9810 ext. 30.

2.

Calls For Input / Calls For Comments / Calls For Nominations / Calls For Participation

i.

Call for Proposals –Research in Environmental Assessment

The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (the Agency) is presently soliciting proposals from interested parties who wish to conduct research in one of the priority areas of the Research and Development Program. The purpose of the program is to help the federal government meet future challenges and improve the practice of environmental assessment in a manner which is relevant, credible, efficient, and encourages innovation and excellence. The Agency will contribute toward research that furthers the practice of environmental assessment, and/or improves the level of understanding of environmental assessments in support of sustainable development issues.  The Agency will fund up to two projects per year for up to $75 000 per project. The deadline to submit proposals is June 30, 2006.
For more information on the Call for Proposals, visit the Agency’s website.

3.

Action Alerts

i

Atlantic Canadians’ Declaration Against Atlantica

ENGOs are invited to sign onto Atlantic Canadians’ Declaration Against Atlantica before June 8, 2006. According to some ENGOs, Atlantica, the International Northeast Economic Region (AINER), is charting a course towards breaking down barriers for big business in Atlantic Canada, Eastern Quebec, and the Northeast United States. They maintain that, while Atlantica acknowledges economic distressed regions of Newfoundland, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia, it seeks to perpetuate local economic hardship in these regions by lowering minimum wage and concentrating economic wealth in a proposed Atlantica triangle. This proposed triangle includes Connecticut and spreads to the three points of Boston, Albany and New
York. Lakes and water bodies on both sides of the border are threatened by
relaxing of environmental regulations. For more information on the protests being planned, visit the Stop Atlantica webpage.

4.

Announcements

i.

New RCEN Staff

The Canadian Environmental Network (RCEN) would like to welcome Alain Pigeon, who was recently hired as the RCEN’s new Computer Technician. Alain will be assisting the RCEN with the implementation of an upgraded database, in collaboration with the Regional Affiliates, and with the global development and upgrade of the website. He will also be assisting the staff and Regional Affiliates with troubleshooting and other related tasks. Alain can be reached at (613) 728-9810 ext. 26, in English or French.

The RCEN would also like to welcome Mark Mysak, who will be responsible for organizing the RCEN’s Annual Conference and Annual General Meeting, which will take place this year in Montreal on October 19-22, 2006. This is Mark’s second year at the RCEN as a summer intern. Mark can be reached at (613) 728-9810 ext. 21, in both English and French.

Welcome, Alain and Mark!

5.

Resources

i.

New Weekly Bulletin About Corporate Social Responsibility

A new weekly bulletin, Novae, is currently available. Novae is the first Quebec’s information site dedicated to sustainable development and corporate social responsibility. With a mission to assist professionals in adopting new business practices, efficient, and respecting individuals and environment-friendly. Novae acts as a meeting point between different economic stakeholders committed to live and work in a healthier world.

6.

Events

i.

Americas' Bird Trek 2006

Imagine thousands of children from Lesser Slave Lake in Alberta, to Quito, Ecuador, all going on a field trip to a nature center at the same time. Now imagine students visiting four nature centers - in Ecuador, Mexico, the U.S., and Canada - all during the same trip!  As part of a major outreach campaign in spring 2006 centered around a hemisphere-wide celebration called International Migratory Bird Day, a consortium of non-profits and technology firms, led by Parks and Protected Areas a division of Alberta Community Development, Boreal Song Bird Initiative and SciQ, will host one of the world's most innovative combinations of Internet technology and environmental education to help celebrate this year's theme, the Boreal Forest.  For more information, please visit the SciQ website.

7.

Employment

i.

Accounting and Finance Manager, Canadian Environmental Network

The Canadian Environmental Network (RCEN) is seeking an experienced Accounting and Finance Manager to perform the following tasks, under the supervision of the Executive Director: Maintain regular communications with the Budget Committee on RCEN’s finances; Ensure the books are in order including accounts payable and receivable; Enhance support to all projects and Caucuses; Enhance support to the Regions; Maintain all administrative procedures related to staff; Maintain responsibilities to the bank; Laise with the Auditors and Funders and; Maintain all office lease renewals.

Qualifications include a college diploma or university degree in accounting, minimum CGA levels 3-4, and 3 years of previous accounting experience, excellent communication and organizational skills, a strong ability to manage time and multiple projects, a strong knowledge of MS Office applications and Simply Accounting, an excellent ability to work cooperatively in a team environment, independently and under pressure, as well as a strong affinity with the organization’s mission and activities. Excellent written and verbal skills in both English and French are mandatory.

The position is full-time permanent, and the starting salary is $40,000 plus generous benefits package after probation. Please send your resume, a letter of interest as well as 3 references to info@cen-rce.org or by fax at 613-728-2963 before May 26, 2006 at 5:00pm. For more information, visit the RCEN website at: www.cen-rce.org. We will not accept any phone inquires.

ii.

Alaska Mining Reform Campaign Director, Alaskans for Responsible Mining

The Alaskans for Responsible Mining (ARM) are seeking a Campaign Director, to perform the following tasks, under the supervision of the ARM Administrative Committee: providing strategic advice and direction to the work of their member organizations; carrying out a coordinated statewide mining reform campaign to limit the adverse environmental, economic and social impacts of the mining industry in Alaska, which includes establishing goals and priorities for the campaign and developing an annual campaign plan in consultation with ARM members. The position is full-time and the salary is $45-50,000. The position is located in Anchorage, Alaska.
For more information, visit the ARM website.