Postponed Consultation

Approach to Air Pollutants under the Regulatory Framework for Air Emissions (RFAE)

When: * this meeting has been postponed until further notice
Where: Ottawa, Ontario

The Canadian Environmental Network (RCEN) has been invited by Environment Canada to select twenty (20) ENGO delegates for at least one meeting related to consultations being undertaken on the approach to the air pollutant component of the Regulatory Framework for Air Emissions (RFAE), recognizing there might be a series of follow-up meetings. To facilitate understanding and seek input, the Federal Government will hold meetings with relevant stakeholders.

General Information

The purpose of this initiative is to seek input on suggested improvement to the approach for air pollutants outlined in the Regulatory Framework. The Government has already received many comments on the Framework from previous consultation meetings, but during these meetings will be seeking constructive input to the approach on air pollutants.

Although no compensation will be provided for participants, travel and accommodation expenses and reimbursement details will be provided as per Treasury Board guidelines.

For more information go to:
http://www.ecoaction.gc.ca/turning-virage/index-eng.cfm

Selection Criteria:

• Knowledge of the development of provincial or federal measures respecting air pollutants and air quality
• Knowledge of industrial sources of air pollutant emissions
• Thorough understanding of, and the ability to engage on, air pollutants and air pollution issues
• Understanding of the national, regional and local nature of air pollution and its effects on health and the environment.  On this point, we would like representation from across Canada, and to ensure that each of the following regions: pacific, prairie, central, and Atlantic are included in the list of delegates
• Ability to participate constructively in dialogue with other stakeholders and with government representatives
• Commitment to bringing the outcomes of meetings back to respective constituencies and RCEN member organizations
• Previous experience in consultation processes with government
• Personal commitment to fulfilling the responsibilities of this consultation and possible subsequent consultations (eg. meeting attendance, etc.)
• RCEN member in good standing

Delegate Expectations

• Input to the approach on air pollutants
• Provide suggestions on how to improve the approach
• Adequately reflect the views of Canadian ENGOs
• Prepare a report on the workshop for the RCEN following the workshop

For more information, please contact Daniel Casselman, RCEN National Caucus Coordinator, at (613) 728-9810 ext. 236.