Mr. Speaker, two years ago the first session of the United Nations commission on sustainable development was held in New York. It was agreed at that time that members would report on activities undertaken to implement agenda 21, the global plan of action for sustainable development.
I am pleased to announce that Canada delivered its second report to the United Nations last week. This is a report to the United Nations from all Canadians. It reflects Canadians' efforts to embrace and promote sustainable development.
Canada has made progress this year in parks, agriculture, forests and in conserving Canada's plants and animals. We are developing Canada's resources and maintaining their health for the future.
Canada continues this week to share its own experiences with other United Nations members at the session, thereby helping to further promote sustainable development among all UN members and encouraging all member states to learn from each other.