December 8, 2023 Gatineau, Quebec Employment and Social Development Canada
The Government of Canada is committed to reporting annually to Canadians on its progress toward the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Canada and internationally. The 15-year action plan provides Canadians with an ambitious roadmap to build a better world by combatting inequalities, protecting the planet, and providing every person with the opportunities they need to succeed.
Today, the Honourable Jenna Sudds, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, announced the launch of an online questionnaire aimed at gathering input from organizations and individuals for the upcoming 2024 Annual Report on the 2030 Agenda and the SDGs. The questionnaire will be open from December 8, 2023, until February 29, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. (PST).
Canada's 2024 Annual Report is an opportunity for Canada to showcase its commitment to sustainable development and to demonstrate leadership and accountability on this important global commitment by incorporating diverse perspectives from organizations and individuals. Additional engagement activities that will inform the report include targeted outreach to various stakeholder groups, including provinces and territories, municipalities, Indigenous Peoples, youth, civil society organizations, and key SDG stakeholders.
The Annual Report will focus on five specific SDGs that will be reviewed at the 2024 United Nations High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development:
- SDG 1 - No Poverty
- SDG 2 - Zero Hunger
- SDG 13 - Climate Action
- SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
- SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals
All 17 SDGs have always been an integral part of the Government of Canada's programs and policies. Canada remains dedicated to advancing the 2030 Agenda, which began in 2015, to build stronger, safer, more inclusive communities that leave no one behind. In 2018, the Government of Canada committed $59.8 million over 13 years to support Canada's implementation of the 2030 Agenda by strengthening partnerships and engagement with Canadians and fostering local and community results.
To participate in the online questionnaire and contribute to a more sustainable future, visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/programs/agenda-2030/sustainable-development-goals-consultation.html
