PRTR Officials Meeting
Meeting of the North American PRTR Officials to discuss data quality issues and other activities under the North American PRTR Initiative.
Info Session: 2026 Generation of Environmental Leaders Program
Join us to learn more about the CEC’s Generation of Environmental Leaders Program (GELP)! In this webinar, you will learn about the key evaluation and eligibility criteria, how to access and navigate the online application platform and additional information that will help you submit a strong proposal. During this event, participants will be able to […]
Engaging Local Communities to Prevent, Reduce and Retrieve Ghost Gear in North America
Every year an estimated 640,000 tonnes of abandoned, lost or discarded fishing gear (ALDFG)—commonly referred to as ghost gear—enter the ocean, harming marine life, reducing fish stocks and impacting livelihoods. Since 2022, the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC) has partnered with the Global Ghost Gear Initiative (GGGI) to engage local communities to prevent, reduce, and […]
JPAC Public Forum: Regenerating North America’s Future
North America is increasingly affected by persistent environmental pollutants—including pesticides, forever chemicals (PFAS) and microplastics—that accumulate in soils, water, air and ecosystems. These pollutants not only impact the environment and biodiversity but also pose significant risks to human health, via direct exposure, food consumption, water contamination or inhalation. The 2025 JPAC Public Forum, Regenerating North […]
2025 Youth Engagement Week Webinar Series: Youth Breaking Silos
Are you passionate about environmental stewardship and intergenerational collaboration? Join us for the 2025 Youth Engagement Week! Themed “Youth Breaking Silos,” this three-part webinar series brings together youth leaders and organizations that support youth from across North America to share insights and explore how youth are driving innovative solutions for a more sustainable future. Throughout […]
New Guides to Support the Uptake of Nature-based Solutions to Reduce Flood Risks in Coastal Communities
Join us for the launch of the new CEC guides on Nature-based Solutions (NBS), a set of four new publications designed to support the uptake of NBS to reduce coastal flood risks in North American communities. These guides cover topics of NBS co-benefits, retrofitting existing infrastructure using NBS, monitoring the efficacy of NBS and NBS […]
Building Community Resilience in North America Webinar Series
Join the Commission for Environmental Cooperation for a webinar series on community resilience and adaptation in North America. This three-part webinar series will bring together experts, communities and the public-at-large from Canada, Mexico and the United States to discuss pressing environmental challenges in the region. These webinars will be held in English, Spanish and French, […]
Air Quality Improvement for Environmental Justice: Project partners meeting
This meeting will bring together the community organizations and experts involved in the project to share their progress and experiences on implementing monitoring activities, and to conduct a workshop on community-led air quality data management and analysis.
What Businesses Need to Know: Circular Economy for a Sustainable Future in North America
Join the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC) for an insightful conversation on how Circular Economy can drive innovation, efficiency and sustainable growth for your business! During this webinar, you’ll learn about the foundations and core principles of Circular Economy, hear from regional experts and industry leaders on the benefits of circular models, and learn practical […]
#CEC32: 32nd Annual Council Session and JPAC Public Forum
Mark your calendar for the Commission for Environmental Cooperation’s (CEC) 32nd annual Council Session and Joint Public Advisory Committee (JPAC) Public Forum, to be held 24–25 July 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico, under the theme “Nexus Between Circular Economy and Nature-based Solutions in North America.” #CEC32 will bring together the top environmental officials from Canada, Mexico […]
The Impact of Pollution and Biodiversity Loss on Women
Join the Commission for Environmental Cooperation for an inspiring conversation on the impact of pollution and biodiversity loss on women. During this facilitated discussion, leading women experts will explore the deep connection between women and the environment. They’ll examine how environmental degradation, biodiversity loss, pollution and extreme events affect women’s access to clean air, water, […]
North American Land Change Monitoring System (NALCMS) Group Meeting
Discussion on the recent NALCMS publication, latest updates of the North American Land Cover products, and future activities of the NALCMS Initiative.