New members appointed to 
National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy

Prime Minister Jean Chrétien today announced the appointment of three new members to the National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy.

The Round Table brings together eminent Canadians from all sectors of society -- government, industry, labour, academia, and environmental organizations -- dedicated to the the promotion of sustainable development in Canada.

The new members are:

Jean M. Bélanger - past president, Canadian Chemical Producers' Association;

Michael Harcourt - former premier of British Columbia;

Carol Phillips - Director of Education and International Affairs, Canadian Automobile Workers; former advisor to Ontario Premier Bob Rae; former executive vice-president, Canadian Labour Congress.

The Round Table formally reports to the Prime Minister and, as such, is in a key position to influence ongoing efforts to meet the goals of sustainable development.

Environment Minister Sergio Marchi will continue to lead the government's regular interface with the Round Table. Federal and provincial ministers are encouraged to attend Round Table meetings and participate actively in its deliberations.

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