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KICLEI Printables

Flyers, Pamphlets, fillable posters to share the message.

Here’s a quick guide to help you navigate our key sections:

  • About Us – Learn more about KICLEI’s mission, my background, and our goals.

  • Engage – Discover ways to join the movement, including monthly Zoom meetings.

  • Initiatives – Participate in our active campaigns with links to our Survey, Petition, Letter Campaign, and details for our upcoming Localism Over Globalism Rally.

  • Resources – Access our media, reports, newsletters, and more.

  • Strategy – Review our strategic documents, including the Council Opt-Out Resolution and guidance on participating effectively in council matters.

  • Support Us – Find ways to support KICLEI through donations, merchandise, or learning more about our recent expenses.

  • KICLEI Coast to Coast – View ongoing efforts and initiatives across different provinces and territories.

Introduction to the PCP Program Report

This overview examines the challenges Canadian municipalities face under the Partners for Climate Protection (PCP) program, influenced by UN sustainability frameworks like Agenda 21. While environmental protection remains essential, this report highlights critical issues tied to PCP’s goals that may clash with local autonomy, financial priorities, and community-specific needs.

Key Findings

  • Privacy and Data Concerns: The PCP mandates extensive data collection on energy and waste, raising concerns about data security and privacy, particularly with ICLEI’s partnerships with corporate funders like Google and BlackRock.

  • Financial Impact: PCP’s initiatives add financial strain on municipalities, with costly requirements like electric vehicle fleets, green building standards, and energy audits, which could lead to increased taxes or cuts to essential services.

  • Local Autonomy Risks: PCP’s global targets may interfere with local governance, aligning more with international agendas than community-specific needs. This shift challenges local decision-making power and risks undermining Canada’s jurisdictional autonomy.

  • Sector-Specific Impacts: The program influences critical sectors:

    • Housing and Construction: Rising costs from green standards exacerbate Canada’s housing crisis.

    • Agriculture: Land use restrictions affect farmers’ control and local food security.

    • Energy Security: Net-zero targets could undermine energy affordability, vital in Canada’s vast, cold climate.

Alternative Recommendations

The report suggests that municipalities withdraw from the PCP program and adopt locally-driven environmental initiatives, that prioritize community well-being and are more adaptable to local needs.

For a detailed examination, including case studies and alternative strategies, read the full report.