The Honourable Shafqat Ali, President of the Treasury Board announced today Canada's joining of the Belém Declaration on Sustainable Public Procurement. The Declaration, originally launched at COP30 in Belém do Pará, reinforces Canada and Brazil's shared commitment to leveraging public procurement to support sustainable development, foster innovation, and advance climate, environmental and economic objectives.
The Declaration promotes the integration of sustainability into government purchasing decisions and encourages international collaboration to strengthen sustainable procurement practices. By joining the Declaration, Canada reaffirms its commitment to using procurement as a strategic tool to support economic growth and reduce environmental impacts while delivering value for Canadians. The Declaration also supports cooperation among governments to share knowledge, best practices, and innovative approaches to sustainable procurement.
