Regenerating North America’s Future: Join the JPAC Public Forum on 2 December 2025
Tiohtià:ke (Montreal), 5 November 2025— The Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC) and its Joint Public Advisory Committee (JPAC) are pleased to invite all interested individuals and groups to participate in the next JPAC Public Forum, in person and online, on 2 December in Montreal, Canada, to discuss “Regenerating North America’s Future.”
Persistent environmental pollutants—including pesticides, forever chemicals (PFAS) and microplastics—and their effects will be discussed as we explore pathways to systems that can restore ecological integrity while safeguarding community well-being. Designed to aid open participation and diversity of opinion, the discussions will inspire collaborative action and support the CEC’s long-term environmental and sustainability objectives.
Agenda
The JPAC Public Forum is open to the public, with live-streamed events featuring simultaneous interpretation in English, French and Spanish. The event can be attended in person or virtually at no cost.
2 December 2025
Time zone: Eastern Standard Time
| 9:00–9:45 | Traditional Welcoming Ceremony, Opening and Welcoming Remarks |
| 9:45–11:00 | Session 1. Regenerating Soils and Protecting Health: Breaking Free from Pesticides |
| 11:15–12:30 | Session 2. Forever Chemicals in Our Food and Water: Understanding the Risks and Acting Now |
| 13:30–14:45 | Session 3. From Oceans to Our Bodies: Tackling the Microplastics Crisis |
| 15:00–16:15 | Session 4. Voices from North America: Multi-Actor Storytelling Circles and Dialogue |
| 16:15–16:30 | Presentation of the Public Consultation on H-2030 |
| 16:30–16:45 | Traditional Ecological Knowledge Expert Group (TEKEG) Intervention |
| 16:45–17:00 | Closing remarks and closing traditional ceremony |
This event will offer a valuable opportunity for individuals, organizations and communities from North America and globally, to engage in meaningful discussions and contribute to actionable solutions. Whether you join us in Montreal or participate virtually, come ready to share insights, learn from experts and network with leaders driving environmental change across North America.
We look forward to your participation in this dialogue for a sustainable future!
Media Contact
Members of the media are encouraged to register for access and coverage opportunities. For any media inquiries, please contact:
Georgina O’Farrill
Head of Unit, Communications, Outreach and Engagement
+1 514 350 4336