| dc.description | For World Environment Day 2017, the global host country Canada demonstrated
its commitment to environmental action on the occasion of its 150th anniversary
of confederation. The theme adopted by the Canadian government, “Connecting
People to Nature,” resonated around the world as thousands of people spent time
outdoors, while governments and organizations announced bold new initiatives to
safeguard our planet.
On June 5, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Environment Minister Catherine
McKenna joined UN Environment Chief Erik Solheim to connect with nature by
paddling kayaks on the Niagara River close to the famous Falls. The Prime Minister
called on Canadians to follow through with the day’s theme “to get outside and
appreciate the healthy ecosystems that contribute to our well-being, and to do our
part to protect the planet we share.” | en_US |
