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Fourth Consolidated Annual Progress Report of the Sustainable Energy for All Multi-Partner Trust Fund Report of the Administrative Agent of the Sustainable Energy for All MPTF for the period of 1 January – 31 December 2016 Participating Organizations Contributors Executive Office of the Secretary-General, United Nations (EOSG) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Definitions and Acronyms Allocation: Amount approved by the Executive Committee for AA Action Agenda a project/program. ADB Asian Development Bank AfDB African Development Bank Approved Project/Program: A project/program including ARE Alliance for Rural Electrification budget that is approved by the Executive Committee for fund BAML Bank of America Merrill Lynch allocation purposes. BNDES Banco Nacional de Desenvolvimento Economico e Social (Brazilian Development Bank Contributor Commitment: Amount(s) committed by a donor to C2E2 Copenhagen Centre on Energy Efficiency a Fund in a signed Standard Administrative Arrangement with CEM Clean Energy Ministerial the UNDP Multi-Partner Trust Fund Office (MPTF Office), in its CEMG Clean Energy Mini-Grids capacity as the Administrative Agent. A commitment may be COP Conference of the Parties paid or pending payment. CSO Civil Society Organization DFID Department for International Development (UK) Contributor Deposit: Cash deposit received by the MPTF Office E4A Efficiency for Access for the Fund from a contributor in accordance -
Flooding the Border: Development, Politics, and Environmental Controversy in the Canadian-U.S
FLOODING THE BORDER: DEVELOPMENT, POLITICS, AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROVERSY IN THE CANADIAN-U.S. SKAGIT VALLEY by Philip Van Huizen A THESIS SUBMITTED IN PARTIAL FULFILLMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DEGREE OF DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY in The Faculty of Graduate Studies (History) THE UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA (Vancouver) June 2013 © Philip Van Huizen, 2013 Abstract This dissertation is a case study of the 1926 to 1984 High Ross Dam Controversy, one of the longest cross-border disputes between Canada and the United States. The controversy can be divided into two parts. The first, which lasted until the early 1960s, revolved around Seattle’s attempts to build the High Ross Dam and flood nearly twenty kilometres into British Columbia’s Skagit River Valley. British Columbia favoured Seattle’s plan but competing priorities repeatedly delayed the province’s agreement. The city was forced to build a lower, 540-foot version of the Ross Dam instead, to the immense frustration of Seattle officials. British Columbia eventually agreed to let Seattle raise the Ross Dam by 122.5 feet in 1967. Following the agreement, however, activists from Vancouver and Seattle, joined later by the Upper Skagit, Sauk-Suiattle, and Swinomish Tribal Communities in Washington, organized a massive environmental protest against the plan, causing a second phase of controversy that lasted into the 1980s. Canadian and U.S. diplomats and politicians finally resolved the dispute with the 1984 Skagit River Treaty. British Columbia agreed to sell Seattle power produced in other areas of the province, which, ironically, required raising a different dam on the Pend d’Oreille River in exchange for not raising the Ross Dam. -
Hélène Desmarais, C.M., O.Q., LL.D
23.02.2018 Hélène Desmarais, C.M., O.Q., LL.D. Biographical Notes (written by Michael Carin, Editor of Montréal Business Magazine from 1994-2005) A Life of Engagement: Hélène Desmarais is a graduate in finance of the École des hautes études commerciales (HEC Montréal). For the past twenty years, she has committed herself in diverse ways to the economic, educational and cultural development of her province and country. She has brought vision and resolve to the commercialization of innovation, and uncompromising rigor to economic policy. Mrs. Desmarais has made significant contributions in supporting the development of new economy entrepreneurs. Her endeavours have been driven by passion, distinguished by perseverance, and repeatedly crowned by success. Her personal missions and public contributions have pursued a common goal – excellence. All of her abilities have been directed toward achieving the paramount aim: advancement for society in business, the academy and the arts. A Career of Community Involvement: Mrs. Desmarais has taken the lead in formulating solutions to many of the major challenges of her time. With foresight, spirit and sustained determination she has involved herself as an entrepreneur, builder, strategist and key influencer. Her work has encompassed numerous fields including the high-tech economy, the support of entrepreneurship among youth, university education, healthcare and the life sciences, growth of the biotechnology industry, public policy strategies, and Montreal’s vocation among the great cities of the world. A Canadian Ambassador: Hélène’s role has been no less significant in advancing the influence of Canadian institutions abroad. By applying the same energy and long-term commitment to her activities in the international sphere, she has brought many benefits to Canada. -
Canada's Unfinished Business
NOVEMBER 2014 Canada’s unfinished business How efforts to liberalize trade within Canada have failed and how to finally realize George Brown’s vision that Confederation would make a “citizen of one, citizen of the whole” With contributions from: Martha Hall Findlay, Anna Maria Magnifico, Ian Blue, Brian Kingston and Ailish Campbell, Monique Moreau and Brian Lee Crowley. Plus, Robin Sears profiles Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall, a rare politician who’s unafraid to think big. Also in this issue: Stanley Hartt on whether Social Enterprise is an oxymoronic concept or the next big thing; Brian Lee Crowley says that the Ottawa shooting shows that treason isn’t going away; Benjamin Perrin on how to avoid falling into the trap of “Lone-Wolf ” terrorists Published by the Macdonald-Laurier Institute Brian Lee Crowley, Managing Director, [email protected] PublishedJames Anderson, by the Macdonald-LaurierManaging Editor, Inside Policy Institute Brian Lee Crowley,Contributing Managing writers: Director, [email protected] James Anderson, Managing Editor, Inside Policy ThomasThomas S. Axworthy S. Axworthy Tom FlanaganContributingAndrew Griffith writers:Audrey Laporte Benjamin PerrinMike Priaro Donald Barry Chrystia Freeland Ian Lee Richard Remillard DonaldThomas Barry S. Axworthy StanleyAndrew H. GriffithHartt BenjaminMike PriaroPerrin Ken Coates Guy Giorno Meredith MacDonald Robin V. Sears Brian Lee CrowleyKen CoatesDonald Barry Stephen GreenePaulStanley Kennedy H. HarttJanice MacKinnon ColinMike RobertsonPriaroMunir Sheikh Laura Dawson Andrew Griffith Linda Nazareth Alex Wilner Ken Coates Paul Kennedy Colin Robertson ElaineBrian Depow Lee Crowley Stanley H. HarttAudrey LaporteDwight Newman Roger Robinson Jeremy DepowBrian Lee Crowley Carin Holroyd Audrey LaporteGeoff Norquay Roger Robinson Carlo Dade Ian Lee Robin V. Sears Martha Hall Findlay Paul Kennedy Benjamin Perrin Carlo Dade Ian Lee Robin V. -
Pragmatism and Cooperation: Canadian-American Defence Activities in the Arctic, 1945-1951
Pragmatism and Cooperation: Canadian-American Defence Activities in the Arctic, 1945-1951 by Peter Kikkert A thesis presented to the University of Waterloo in fulfillment of the thesis requirement for the degree of Master of Arts In History Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, 2009 © Peter Kikkert 2009 Author’s Declaration I hereby declare that I am the sole author of this thesis. This is a true copy of the thesis, including any required final revisions, as accepted by my examiners. I understand that my thesis may be made electronically available to the public. ii Abstract During the early Cold War, as the Soviet menace placed Canada in between two hostile superpowers, the Canadian government decided to take steps to ensure that its sovereignty and national interests were not threatened by the Americans in the new strategic environment. This study examines the extent to which the Canadian government actually defended its sovereignty and rights against American intrusions in the early Cold War. At its core is an examination of the government’s policy of gradual acquisition in the Arctic between 1945 and 1951. This thesis explores the relationships that existed at the time, the essence of the negotiations, the state of international law and the potential costs and benefits of certain Canadian courses of action. It also explains how Canada’s quiet diplomacy allowed it to avoid alienating its chief ally, contribute to continental defence, and strengthen its sovereignty during this period. iii Acknowledgements I would like to express my sincere gratitude to my supervisor, Dr. Whitney Lackenbauer, for his insight, constant encouragement and advice. -
Stronger Than Ever Toronto to Be the Host City for a Global Leaders' Bu
Toronto, Ontario and Canada are Making a Come Back – Stronger Than Ever Toronto to be the host city for a global leaders’ business summit celebrating the beginning of the end to the restrictions imposed by COVID-19 City Mayor John Tory and Ontario Premier Doug Ford to kick off summit C Vijaykumar, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, HCL Technologies and Ravi Kumar S., President, Infosys, among panellists TO REGISTER: https://www.strongerthanever.ca/ Toronto, ON – September 6, 2021 – Toronto Global and the International Economic Forum of the Americas announced that on September 9, 2021, they will co-host a global business summit to celebrate the re-opening of the Canadian and global economies. Representing the fastest growing urban metropolitan region and tech hub in North America, Toronto Global and its partners are committed to continuing that pace of growth and investment - not only to get back to where the Toronto Region was before the pandemic but to go beyond what has been achieved already. The primary goal is to ensure that the Toronto Region leads the country’s recovery and cements its place as the best location for investment in North America. This come back celebration will be staged live in-person at Billy Bishop Airport in Toronto and virtually around the world. The theme for the event, Stronger Than Ever, is a celebration of the team at Toronto Global and all the partners in the region, in the province and in the country, that are working together to reimagine how to emerge from this pandemic even stronger. Toronto Mayor John Tory and Ontario Premier Doug Ford will kick off the summit by showcasing how the City of Toronto, the Province of Ontario, and Canada are safely re-opening the economy, safely re-opening business, re-igniting business investment and creating new, diverse and inclusive jobs. -
Canadian Official Historians and the Writing of the World Wars Tim Cook
Canadian Official Historians and the Writing of the World Wars Tim Cook BA Hons (Trent), War Studies (RMC) This thesis is submitted in fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy School of Humanities and Social Sciences UNSW@ADFA 2005 Acknowledgements Sir Winston Churchill described the act of writing a book as to surviving a long and debilitating illness. As with all illnesses, the afflicted are forced to rely heavily on many to see them through their suffering. Thanks must go to my joint supervisors, Dr. Jeffrey Grey and Dr. Steve Harris. Dr. Grey agreed to supervise the thesis having only met me briefly at a conference. With the unenviable task of working with a student more than 10,000 kilometres away, he was harassed by far too many lengthy emails emanating from Canada. He allowed me to carve out the thesis topic and research with little constraints, but eventually reined me in and helped tighten and cut down the thesis to an acceptable length. Closer to home, Dr. Harris has offered significant support over several years, leading back to my first book, to which he provided careful editorial and historical advice. He has supported a host of other historians over the last two decades, and is the finest public historian working in Canada. His expertise at balancing the trials of writing official history and managing ongoing crises at the Directorate of History and Heritage are a model for other historians in public institutions, and he took this dissertation on as one more burden. I am a far better historian for having known him. -
Canadian Infantry Combat Training During the Second World War
SHARPENING THE SABRE: CANADIAN INFANTRY COMBAT TRAINING DURING THE SECOND WORLD WAR By R. DANIEL PELLERIN BBA (Honours), Wilfrid Laurier University, 2007 BA (Honours), Wilfrid Laurier University, 2008 MA, University of Waterloo, 2009 A thesis submitted to the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy degree in History University of Ottawa Ottawa, Ontario, Canada © Raymond Daniel Ryan Pellerin, Ottawa, Canada, 2016 ii ABSTRACT “Sharpening the Sabre: Canadian Infantry Combat Training during the Second World War” Author: R. Daniel Pellerin Supervisor: Serge Marc Durflinger 2016 During the Second World War, training was the Canadian Army’s longest sustained activity. Aside from isolated engagements at Hong Kong and Dieppe, the Canadians did not fight in a protracted campaign until the invasion of Sicily in July 1943. The years that Canadian infantry units spent training in the United Kingdom were formative in the history of the Canadian Army. Despite what much of the historical literature has suggested, training succeeded in making the Canadian infantry capable of succeeding in battle against German forces. Canadian infantry training showed a definite progression towards professionalism and away from a pervasive prewar mentality that the infantry was a largely unskilled arm and that training infantrymen did not require special expertise. From 1939 to 1941, Canadian infantry training suffered from problems ranging from equipment shortages to poor senior leadership. In late 1941, the Canadians were introduced to a new method of training called “battle drill,” which broke tactical manoeuvres into simple movements, encouraged initiative among junior leaders, and greatly boosted the men’s morale. -
The Search for Continental Security
THE SEARCH FOR CONTINENTAL SECURITY: The Development of the North American Air Defence System, 1949 to 1956 By MATTHEW PAUL TRUDGEN A thesis submitted to the Department of History in conformity with the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy Queen’s University Kingston, Ontario, Canada September 12, 2011 Copyright © Matthew Paul Trudgen, 2011 Abstract This dissertation examines the development of the North American air defence system from the beginning of the Cold War until 1956. It focuses on the political and diplomatic dynamics behind the emergence of these defences, which included several radar lines such as the Distant Early Warning (DEW) Line as well as a number of initiatives to enhance co-operation between the United States Air Force (USAF) and the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). This thesis argues that these measures were shaped by two historical factors. The first was several different conceptions of what policy on air defence best served the Canadian national interest held by the Cabinet, the Department of External Affairs, the RCAF and the Other Government Departments (OGDs), namely Transport, Defence Production and Northern Affairs. For the Cabinet and External Affairs, their approach to air defence was motivated by the need to balance working with the Americans to defend the continent with the avoidance of any political fallout that would endanger the government‘s chance of reelection. Nationalist sentiments and the desire to ensure that Canada both benefited from these projects and that its sovereignty in the Arctic was protected further influenced these two groups. On the other hand, the RCAF was driven by a more functional approach to this issue, as they sought to work with the USAF to develop the best air defence system possible. -
Bank of Canada Liquidity Actions in Response to the Financial Market Turmoil
Bank of Canada Liquidity Actions in Response to the Financial Market Turmoil Lorie Zorn, Carolyn Wilkins, Financial Markets Department, and Walter Engert, Financial Stability Department* • The Bank of Canada intervened repeatedly during he Bank of Canada fosters the safety and the recent fi nancial crisis to provide extraordinary effi ciency of the fi nancial system, both in liquidity directly to fi nancial market participants in T Canada and internationally. One of the means order to stabilize the fi nancial system. used by the Bank to achieve this goal is to provide liquidity to the fi nancial institutions, fi nancial markets, • Over this period, the Bank’s traditional liquidity and payment, clearing, and settlement systems that framework was expanded in four key areas: terms form Canada’s fi nancial system. During the recent to maturity, amounts, counterparties, and eligible fi nancial crisis, the Bank of Canada developed a securities. series of new liquidity tools, and used its traditional tools as well, to stabilize the fi nancial system and limit • New liquidity tools were developed in accordance the repercussions to the Canadian economy. with a set of guiding principles. At the onset of the crisis, which began in August 2007 • Although the regular term PRA facility was the and continued into 2009, global credit markets most heavily used, the availability of all of the experienced sharp reductions in market liquidity, Bank’s extraordinary liquidity facilities may have which caused some fi nancial institutions to experi- mitigated market stress and helped to restore ence considerable trading losses.1 Financial institu- well-functioning markets. -
Back in the Black Stanley Hartt Examines Finance Minister Joe Oliver’S Options for Dealing with the First Surplus Since 2007
OCTOBER 2014 Back in the Black Stanley Hartt examines Finance Minister Joe Oliver’s options for dealing with the first surplus since 2007. Also in this issue: Elaine Depow analyzes Canada’s intellectual property regime; Ken Coates suggests a “problem-solver’s movement,” to examine issues involving Canada’s Aboriginal community; Aurel Braun calls on the Canadian government to fortify its military presence in the Arctic; ER doctor Brett Belchetz on healthcare reform; the MLI-inspired debate over subsidies for biofuels rages on; Brian Lee Crowley comments on the Scottish referendum, the fight over who speaks for Islam and the federal government’s complacency on military spending; and an excerpt from The Once and Future King, F.H. Buckley’s examination of the American Constitution. Published by the Macdonald-Laurier Institute Brian Lee Crowley, Managing Director, [email protected] PublishedJames Anderson, by the Macdonald-LaurierManaging Editor, Inside Policy Institute Brian Lee Crowley,Contributing Managing writers: Director, [email protected] James Anderson, Managing Editor, Inside Policy Thomas S. Axworthy ContributingAndrew Griffith writers: Benjamin Perrin Thomas S. Axworthy Tom Flanagan Paul Kennedy Geoff Norquay Donald BarryDonaldThomas Barry S. AxworthyChrystia FreelandStanleyAndrew H. GriffithHarttAudrey Laporte BenjaminMike PriaroPerrinBenjamin Perrin Ken Coates Guy Giorno Ian Lee Mike Priaro Donald Barry Stanley H. Hartt Mike Priaro Brian Lee CrowleyKen Coates Stephen GreenePaul KennedyMeredith MacDonald Colin RobertsonRichard Remillard Laura Dawson Andrew Griffith Janice MacKinnon Robin V. Sears Brian Lee KenCrowley Coates AudreyPaul LaporteKennedy ColinRoger Robertson Robinson Elaine Depow Stanley H. Hartt Linda Nazareth Munir Sheikh Brian Lee Crowley Audrey Laporte Roger Robinson Jeremy DepowCarlo Dade Carin Holroyd Ian Lee Dwight Newman Robin V. -
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11 th edition PROGRAM REDEFINING GLOBALIZATION PRESENTED BY OCT 30 - NOV 1, 2017 | FAIRMONT ROYAL YORK | forum-americas.org/toronto PARTNERS PRESENTING PARTNER STRATEGIC PARTNERS GOLD PARTNERS SILVER PARTNERS Z G170 B255 2 | 11 th EDITION | TORONTO GLOBAL FORUM PROGRAM | #TGF PARTNERS BRONZE PARTNERS OFFICIAL AIRLINE GOVERNMENT PARTNERS MEDIA PARTNERS INSTITUTIONAL & KNOWLEDGE PARTNERS 11 th EDITION | TORONTO GLOBAL FORUM PROGRAM |#TGF | 3 MESSAGES MESSAGE FROM THE PRIME MINISTER OF CANADA MESSAGE FROM THE PREMIER OF ONTARIO It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the On behalf of the Government of Ontario, I am 2017 Toronto Global Forum, hosted by the delighted to welcome you to the 11 th Edition of the International Forum of the Americas. Toronto Global Forum – Redefining Globalization. This year, Canadians celebrate our 150 th anniversary There is no doubt that we are in a period of great of Confederation, an opportunity for us to reflect on economic transformation — from climate change to that which has shaped our country since its artificial intelligence, to ecommerce, advanced founding. We are, at our core, a nation that thrives manufacturing and trade. I firmly believe that we because of our differences, one which has found can harness today’s change to create more Justin success because we know that a diversity of Kathleen opportunity for people and businesses. But it won’t Trudeau opinions and experiences makes us all better off. Wynne happen without a concerted, coordinated effort. Prime Minister Premier Government and the private sector have to work of Canada It is this diversity that has made Canada uniquely of Ontario together to drive growth and ensure fairness.