Government of Canada Policy

The Minerals and Metals Policy of the Government of Canada

VIII. Measurement and Follow-Up

Criteria and Indicators

The Government recognizes that criteria and indicators are essential because they help us to measure progress by industry toward the achievement of sustainable development. Accordingly, the Government views the development of sustainability criteria related to environmental, economic and social objectives and indicators for minerals and metals as a priority. It also acknowledges that the formulation of criteria and indicators should be a collaborative undertaking involving all stakeholders, and is prepared to work with the provinces and territories, and other stakeholders, in this area.

Implementation and Accountability

The Government acknowledges that the implementation of the Minerals and Metals Policy will only be successful through ongoing accountability for, and assessment of, results. For this reason, the Minister of Natural Resources will, in cooperation with other federal departments and agencies, issue periodic progress reports on the implementation of this Policy.

In implementing this Policy, the Government will take into account appropriate internationally established standards and Canada’s international commitments to sustainable development and to free trade. By working bilaterally and multilaterally with other countries, and through international fora such as the United Nations and its agencies, the OECD, and the WTO, Canada will promote the Policy’s objectives and strategies, including the sustainable development of minerals and metals, both domestically and internationally.