Grants and Contributions:
The expected outcomes of the Program include: .• Increased public awareness of the SDGs;.• Establishment/fostering of new partnerships and networks to advance progress on multiple SDGs;.• Identification of gaps in Canada’s efforts to meet the SDGs and improved understanding of the social, economic and environmental needs of under-represented populations who are at risk of being left behind;.• Identification and development of new and innovative approaches to address gaps in SDG implementation; and.• Establishment of Indigenous peoples as key partners in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda..
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development presents Canada, and the world, with a historic opportunity to positively shape how societies of tomorrow grow and develop sustainably and inclusively for the shared benefit of all. The Program is intended to complement existing Government of Canada efforts by supporting priorities and initiatives related to the 2030 Agenda that do not fall under existing departmental programs.