Montreal – of Veer au Vert A coalition of 21 Quebec civil society organizations has issued a statement to the federal political parties represented in the House of Commons. Quebec Environmental Consensus as they develop their respective political platforms for the upcoming federal election campaign.
“Policies adopted by the federal government can have significant implications for provincial jurisdictions. Adhering to the principles of this agreement will help federal parties ensure that the environmental elements of future election platforms are visible to Quebec voters. This is an opportunity to ensure that the product is trustworthy.” said a coalition member.
of Veer au Vert The coalition has written to each federal political party asking them to take a position on the Quebec environment agreement and is awaiting a response.
Quebec’s environmental ambitions are non-negotiable
“Throughout its history, Quebec has embraced strong, structured environmental principles that have guided its economic and social development: the choice of hydroelectric power and the nationalization of its production and distribution, the adoption of zero-emission vehicle standards; Adoption, the introduction of a carbon market that puts a price on pollution and limits emissions, these are all choices made by Quebecers, and they are packaged into our set of plans, strategies, laws and regulations. It forms the foundation upon which the future continues to be built.” Added group members.
“The Quebec Environmental Consensus is the standard by which federal political parties must respect environmental issues if they want Quebec voters to take them seriously. What is in the consensus? Policies and principles are basic common sense. said a member of the coalition.
of Veer au Vert The Coalition has outlined the key elements of the consensus and called on federal parties to refer to it as they prepare for the next election and ensure that their proposals respect Quebec’s environmental aspirations. I’ve confirmed it.
About Veer au Vert
Veer au Vert is a citizen mobilization initiative to bring environmental issues to the forefront during election campaigns. This initiative encourages the public and elected officials to be informed and take action on environmental issues during elections.
members of Veer au Vert In preparation for the 2025 federal election
Accès transports viable materials. Association for the Environment and Environmental Medicine (AQME), Urbaine Center, Haut Secours, Environment Jeunesse, Equiterre, David Suzuki Foundation, Rivière Foundation, Front Commune de Québec, Front étudiant d’Action Climatic, Greenpeace Canada , Mer-aux-Fronts, Nature Québec, Piéton Québec, Quebec Mayeur Mine, Real Climatique Canada, Quebec Environmental Administration Regrouping, Trajectoire Québec, Vero Québec, Vigilance OGM, Vivre-en・Vill
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