Commission for Environmental Cooperation

Commission for Environmental Cooperation Three countries working together to protect our shared environment

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The Commission for Environmental Cooperation is a trinational organization through which the governments of Canada, Mexico and the United States collaborate, with input from civil society, on the protection, conservation, and enhancement of North America’s environment.

⚖️ : The CEC Secretariat publishes a factual record under / on the effective enforcement of environmental law reg...
01/07/2026

⚖️ : The CEC Secretariat publishes a factual record under / on the effective enforcement of environmental law regarding the protection of the North Atlantic Right Whale (NARW) ✍️🤝

In a submission filed in 2021, the submitters asserted that the US is failing to effectively enforce its environmental laws to protect the North Atlantic right whale.

The submission also asserts that the US is failing to effectively enforce its environmental laws to protect NARW from vessel strikes and entanglement in commercial fishing gear. Enforcement tools include education, outreach, compliance assistance, administrative sanctions and other penalties.

🐋 The is considered one of the world’s most endangered large whale species.

To learn more read the full media release here:
👉 https://www.cec.org/media/factual-record-north-atlantic-right-whale/
To learn more about the CEC’s or view the Registry of Submissions visit:
👉http://www.cec.org/submissions-on-enforcement/

🌎🚀 Are you part of a youth-led team or organization in North America working to support communities and preserve our sha...
01/05/2026

🌎🚀 Are you part of a youth-led team or organization in North America working to support communities and preserve our shared waters, lands and air?

We have an opportunity to network, receive seed funding, one-year mentorship and present your solution to like-minded peers and environmental officials! 🤝🏛️

Apply to the Program by submitting your solution by Sunday 1st February 2026 at 11:59 pm (your local time)!

📸 Sonia Vinogradova and Joe Workentin, 2025 GELP Cohort, Canada.


👉https://www.cec.org/topics/youth-engagement/gelp/

📰🚀 Sign up to the CEC’s newsletter be the first to hear about our reports, data and tools on a wide array of North Ameri...
01/02/2026

📰🚀 Sign up to the CEC’s newsletter be the first to hear about our reports, data and tools on a wide array of North American environmental issues.

We will also inform you of:
🟠 Workshops
🟠 Webinars
🟠 Events
🟠 Public consultations
🟠 Grants and youth programs

Sign up today to receive our newsletter and be part of our network:
👉 https://cec.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=5fa638f92a1d9b74d1d595b81&id=58d3fb1a25

💫🌝 We are all experiencing environmental shifts, so let’s start 2026 with actions that help to create a more sustainable...
01/01/2026

💫🌝 We are all experiencing environmental shifts, so let’s start 2026 with actions that help to create a more sustainable future!

Consider setting these eco-resolutions for the new year:
♻️🥤 Swap single-use plastics for reusable bottles, containers and bags.
🏞️📵 Reduce screen time and choose outdoor and social activities.
🥗🥬 Add more plant-based food to your diet to help lower emissions.
🗑️♻️ Sort your recyclables correctly and start composting.
👕🛍️ Buy second hand, donate what you no longer wear or swap clothes with friends.
🍴🍞 Plan your meals ahead to eat well and avoid food waste.

Every small action counts! It’s never too late to make choices that benefit both your health and the planet 🌎♻️✨

📌 Make sure you add sustainable choices in your 2026 Vision board!

To learn more about CEC work visit our website:
👉https://www.cec.org/

🚀💻 Are you on social media frequently? If you are and are interested in learning about how the CEC brings together Canad...
12/26/2025

🚀💻 Are you on social media frequently? If you are and are interested in learning about how the CEC brings together Canada, Mexico and the US to work on a wide array of North American environmental issues 🌎 stay connected with us!

Don’t miss out on webinars, events, public consultations, consultant and grant opportunities, youth engagement activities and more.

Connect with us in one (or several) of our eleven social media platforms in English, Spanish and French.

Check them out here:
👉https://linktr.ee/CEC_social

Follow us today and be part of our network!

As we approach the end of this year and the holiday period, the CEC sends you warm wishes and encourages you to take a p...
12/23/2025

As we approach the end of this year and the holiday period, the CEC sends you warm wishes and encourages you to take a pause and connect with nature!

We also want to thank for your commitment to protecting and restoring our shared environment. 🌲💚

Have a wonderful start to 2026!

12/19/2025

🗣️🌎 Are you ready to be part of a network of young environmental leaders?

Here’s your chance to:
💡Receive CAD $15k in seed funding for your impactful project
🤝Connect with experts and North America’s top environmental officials
💼 Get mentorship to design engaging tools and master project development

Apply for the Program today by submitting your solution to preserve our shared waters, lands and air!

Learn more about here:
👉https://www.cec.org/topics/youth-engagement/gelp/

Small choices can make a big difference ♻️✨Here are simple ways to celebrate more sustainably this year:🎄 Opt for a pott...
12/18/2025

Small choices can make a big difference ♻️✨

Here are simple ways to celebrate more sustainably this year:
🎄 Opt for a potted tree you can plant later or buy a reusable tree that can last for many years.
🎁 Wrap gifts using newspapers, magazines or other materials you already have at home to reduce waste.
💝 Give gifts that last by choosing durable items or offering meaningful experiences like meals, outings, or events.
🍲 Reduce food waste by planning realistic portions or freezing leftovers for the following days.

Let’s celebrate thoughtfully and join us on having a greener holiday season! 💚

To learn more about CEC work visit our website:
👉https://www.cec.org/

🚀⚖️ The CEC is seeking candidates for various internship opportunities in the Legal Affairs and Submissions on Enforceme...
12/17/2025

🚀⚖️ The CEC is seeking candidates for various internship opportunities in the Legal Affairs and Submissions on Enforcement Matters (SEM) Unit during 2026. 🌱

This Unit is charged with administering the public submissions process under Chapter 24 of the USMCA/CUSMA.

Support the SEM Unit in:
🟢 Conducting research and preparing legal memoranda on a variety of topics of interest to the CEC, as well as on environmental issues in Canada, Mexico and the United States;

🔵 Reviewing submissions and other documents, and preparing determinations, notifications and factual records.

📌 Apply by Saturday 31 January 2026:
👉https://www.cec.org/about/secretariat/work-with-us/2026-legal-internships/

12/16/2025

🎉 This year is the 15th anniversary of our North American Partnership for Environmental Community Action ( ) grant program!

As part of our ongoing campaign, today we are highlighting the 2013-2015 United States grant recipient project, “Sol not coal: leveraging solar energy to strengthen community-based nonprofit organizations,” from New Energy Economy.

This inspiring project sought to increase the self-sufficiencyand economic durability of vital community-serving agencies, as well as demonstrate the benefits and scale-ability of solar energy in the State of New Mexico. ☀️⚡️🌱

The CEC’s support contributed to local economic development and strengthened community education that helped generate understanding and support for further solar power deployment.

Join us in celebrating NAPECA’s 15-anniversary and listen from the voice of the grant recipients about the impact their project is having in their community:
👉 https://www.cec.org/grant-programs/north-american-partnership-for-environmental-community-action/

New Energy Economy

12/11/2025

🎉 This year is the 15th anniversary of our North American Partnership for Environmental Community Action ( ) grant program!

As part of our ongoing campaign, today we are highlighting the 2022-2024 Mexico’s grant recipient project, “Community School for Mayan Regenerative Agriculture and Agroforestry Techniques,” from CULTIVA Alternativas de Regeneración.

This inspiring project implemented an intergeneration and intercultural educational program on traditional Mayan agriculture, regenerative agriculture and agroforesty to strengthen local collective intiatives that offer sustainable economic alternatives for families in Sotuta, Yucatán, Mexico. 🌱🌾🌳

The CEC’s support has helped to scale up agroecological production in the region and helped to strengthen a system of community organizing through the active involvement of youth and women.

Join us in celebrating NAPECA’s 15-anniversary and listen from the voice of the grant recipients about the impact their project is having in their community:
👉 https://www.cec.org/grant-programs/north-american-partnership-for-environmental-community-action/

Cultiva: Alternativas de regeneración

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In 1994, the North American Free Trade Agreement was signed by the leaders of Canada, Mexico, and the US, creating what was at the time the largest free-trade zone in the world. Parallel to this agreement, the Commission for Environmental Cooperation was born as a commitment by the three countries to accompany trade liberalization with effective cooperation and continuous improvement in the environmental protection provided by each country.

Today, the CEC facilitates collaboration and public participation to foster conservation, protection and enhancement of the North American environment for the benefit of present and future generations, in the context of increasing economic, trade, and social links among Canada, Mexico, and the United States.