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ANNUAL REPORT 2015 – 2016

M A N I T O B A R O U N D T A B L E

F O R

S U S T A I N A B L E D E V E L O P M E N T

ANNUAL REPORT 2015 – 2016

M A N I T O B A R O U N D T A B L E

f o rS U S T A I N A B L E D E V E L O P M E N T1 April 2015 to 31 March 2016

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T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S

MESSAGE FROM THE MINISTER ............................................................................1

MESSAGE DE LA MINISTRE ................................................................................... 2

HIGHLIGHTS OF 2015-16 ....................................................................................... 3

INTRODUCTION TO THE MANITOBA ROUND TABLE ............................................. 3

DUTIES OF THE MANITOBA ROUND TABLE .......................................................... 4

POWERS OF THE MANITOBA ROUND TABLE ....................................................... 5

MEMBERS OF THE MANITOBA ROUND TABLE ..................................................... 6

ACTIVITIES OF THE MANITOBA ROUND TABLE .................................................... 7

May29,2015Meeting–ManitobaLegislature............................................... 7

October14,2015Meeting-ManitobaLegislature.......................................... 7

January6,2016Meeting–ManitobaLegislature............................................ 7

COMMITTEES AND TASK GROUPS OF THE MANITOBA ROUND TABLE ............... 7

MANITOBA EXCELLENCE IN SUSTAINABILITY AWARDS ....................................... 8

MEMBER BIOGRAPHIES ....................................................................................... 11


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M E S S A G E F R O M T H E M I N I S T E R

The Honourable Janice Filmon

Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba

Room 235 Legislative Building

Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 0V8

Your Honour:

This report marks another year for the Manitoba Round Table for Sustainable

Development in its legislated role as an advisory body to the Manitoba government in

accordance with The Sustainable Development Act.

I am pleased to present Your Honour with the 2015-16 Annual Report for the

Manitoba Round Table for Sustainable Development.

Sincerely,

Original signed by

Honourable Cathy Cox

Minister

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M E S S A G E D E L A M I N I S T R E

Son Honneur l’honorable Janice Filmon

Lieutenante-gouverneure du Manitoba

Palais législatif, bureau 235

Winnipeg (Manitoba) R3C 0V8

Madame la Lieutenante-Gouverneure,

Ce rapport marque, pour la Table ronde manitobaine sur le développement

durable, une année de plus au cours de laquelle elle a rempli son rôle d’organisme

consultatif du gouvernement du Manitoba, comme le prescrit la Loi sur le

développement durable.

J’ai le plaisir de vous soumettre le Rapport annuel de 2015-2016 de la Table ronde

manitobaine sur le développement durable.

Je vous prie d’agréer, Madame la Lieutenante-Gouverneure, l’expression de ma

considération distinguée.

La ministre,

Original signé par

Madame Cathy Cox


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H I G H L I G H T S O F 2 0 1 5 - 1 6

In 2015-16, the Manitoba Round Table for Sustainable Development held the

Manitoba Excellence in Sustainability Awards to honour contributions to sustainability

in Manitoba. The winners and honourable mentions were announced at an awards

reception at the Manitoba Legislature on January 6, 2016.

I N T R O D U C T I O N T O T H E M A N I T O B A R O U N D T A B L E

The Manitoba Round Table for Sustainable Development was established on

proclamation of The Sustainable Development Act on July 1, 1998. This is the 2015-16

Annual Report of the Manitoba Round Table as required by Section 4 of the Act.

The Manitoba Round Table is an advisory body to the Manitoba government.

Its role is to advise and support government in making decisions that are

environmentally, socially and economically responsible. The Round Table is an integral

component of Manitoba’s Sustainable Development Strategy.

Members are appointed by the Minister of Sustainable Development. Bringing

a broad range of experience and technical expertise, and representing regions and

sectors across the province, Round Table members contribute to sound and informed

implementation of sustainable development strategies in every aspect of public

administration. To reflect government’s commitment to sustainable development

and to emphasize the cross-departmental responsibilities in implementation, cabinet

ministers serve as members of the Manitoba Round Table. During 2015-16, there were

23 members of the Manitoba Round Table.


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D U T I E S O F T H E M A N I T O B A R O U N D T A B L E

The duties of the Manitoba Round Table, as legislated by The Sustainable

Development Act are:

• Creating awareness and understanding of sustainable development

• Co-operating with public-sector organizations, private industry, non-government

organizations and the public to share knowledge and experience

• Reviewing the principles and guidelines of sustainable development to ensure they

are comprehensive and contemporary

• Advising on development and review of the Sustainable Development Strategy

• Advising on development and review of sustainability indicators

• At the request of the minister, reviewing existing or proposed policy, legislation,

regulations or programs for consistency with the principles and guidelines, and

reporting to the minister with recommendations

• Establishing mechanisms for monitoring and evaluating implementation of

sustainable development strategies and activities

• Other tasks and activities related to sustainable development, at the request of

the minister


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P O W E R S O F T H E M A N I T O B A R O U N D T A B L E

The Manitoba Round Table may:

• Make its own rules of procedure, including procedures of committees

• Identify, promote and encourage projects and activities that exemplify sustainable

development practices

• Initiate, sponsor and support seminars, workshops and conferences related to

sustainable development

• Conduct studies and investigations, and advise and make recommendations to

the minister, on matters related to sustainable development, other than matters

involving the gathering of evidence to determine whether or not specific persons

or bodies are complying with the provisions of the act and the regulations

• Publish reports and other materials

• Do all things necessary for the effective carrying out of its duties under The

Sustainable Development Act


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Honourable Tom Nevakshonoff, Minister of Conservation and Water Stewardship (Chair)

Honourable James Allum, Minister of Education and Advanced Learning

Honourable Steve Ashton, Minister of Infrastructure and Transportation

Honourable Kevin Chief, Minister of Jobs and the Economy

Honourable Deanne Crothers, Minister of Healthy Living and Seniors

Honourable Ron Kostyshyn, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development

Rob Altemeyer, Member of the Manitoba Legislative Assembly for Wolseley

Robert Brunel, Mayor of the Municipality of Ste. Rose and Grain Producer, Ste. Rose

Brian Dempsey, Environmental Engineer with Standard Aero, Winnipeg

Bruce Duggan, Director of the Buller Centre for Business, Providence University College and Principal, Boke Consulting, Otterburne

Kaeryn Gregory, Sustainable Building Consultant, Stantec, Winnipeg

Zack Gross, Overseas Projects Officer and Fair Trade Manitoba Outreach Coordinator, Manitoba Council for International Cooperation, Sandy Hook

Curt Hull, Climate Change Connection Program Manager, Manitoba Eco-Network, Winnipeg

Kristina Hunter, Environmental Health and Sustainable Development Instructor, Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Earth, Environment, and Resources, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg (Vice Chair)

Sharon McKay, Executive Director, Aboriginal Knowledge & Culture Division, University College of the North, Thompson

Shaunna Morgan Siegers, Regional Advisor for Manitoba, Indigenous Leadership Initiatives, Winnipeg

Diane Orihel, Freshwater Ecologist, Winnipeg

Karen Peters, Freelance Writer and Researcher, Winnipeg

Andrea Redsky, Principal, Faraday Elementary School, Winnipeg

Dimple Roy, Director of the Water Program, International Institute for Sustainable Development, Winnipeg

Anika Terton, Project Officer, International Institute for Sustainable Development, Winnipeg

Ron Thiessen, Executive Director, Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society Manitoba, Winnipeg

Scott Tibble, Grain and Cattle Producer, Realtor, Certified Auctioneer and Appraiser, Swan River


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A C T I V I T I E S O F T H E M A N I T O B A R O U N D T A B L E

In 2015-16, the Manitoba Round Table continued to explore and make

recommendations related to sustainable development. The group provided advice to

government to help make responsible environmental, social and economic decisions

for Manitoba.

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Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship staff presented Manitoba’s draft

Climate Change Strategy, after which the Round Table members had a thorough

discussion about the strategy and provided their comments and feedback.

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Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship staff presented Manitoba’s

Climate Change and Green Economy Action Plan, after which the Round Table

members discussed the plan and provided their comments and feedback. Manitoba’s

Sustainable Development Act was also discussed and the Round Table provided

recommendations on how to enhance the act.

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The development of new environmental rights legislation for Manitoba

was discussed and the Manitoba Round Table provided their comments and

recommendations. The Round Table chairperson and Manitoba Conservation and

Water Stewardship staff provided the Round Table with an update on the activities

of Manitoba’s delegation participating in discussions at the United Nations Climate

Change Conference, COP21, in Paris in December 2015.


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C O M M I T T E E S A N D T A S K G R O U P S O F T H E M A N I T O B A R O U N D T A B L E

Priority issues and responsibilities of the Manitoba Round Table are handled

through task groups or committees focused on specific aspects of sustainable

development as prioritized by the Round Table. The following committees were active

during 2015-16:

S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y A W A R D S S E L E C T I O N P A N E L

Members: Kaeryn Gregory, Zack Gross, Kristina Hunter, Karen Peters, Dimple Roy

• Evaluated submissions for the 2015 Manitoba Excellence in Sustainability Awards and

recommended winners and honourable mentions to the Round Table for approval.

S U S T A I N A B L E D E V E L O P M E N T A C T R E V I E W C O M M I T T E E

Members: Bruce Duggan, Curtis Hull, Kristina Hunter, Karen Peters, Andrea Redsky,

Dimple Roy

• Reviewed The Sustainable Development Act to ensure the act remains relevant and

is adequate to achieve its purpose, which is to create a framework through which

sustainable development will be implemented in the provincial public sector and

promoted in private industry and in society generally.

M A N I T O B A E X C E L L E N C E I N S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y A W A R D S

To recognize Manitobans who embrace the spirit and principles of sustainable

development, the Manitoba Round Table established the Manitoba Excellence in

Sustainability Awards in 2008. The awards recognize and honour people, projects

and ideas that successfully apply the Principles and Guidelines of Sustainable

Development in concrete and lasting achievements.

For the 2015 awards, the Sustainability Awards Selection Panel reviewed

submissions in eight categories. The Manitoba Round Table announced the 2015

winners at an awards reception on January 6, 2016, at the Manitoba Legislature.


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A C T I O N O N C L I M A T E C H A N G E , A I R Q U A L I T Y A N D E N E R G Y E F F I C I E N C Y A W A R D

Aki Energy, Winnipeg

• This Indigenous-led social enterprise partners with the Fisher River Cree Nation,

the Peguis First Nation, the Sagkeeng Cree Nation and the Long Plain First Nation

to install community-wide geothermal energy systems. These geothermal projects

have significant benefits for Aki Energy’s First Nation partners including long-term

employment in the community, green economy business development opportunities,

energy bill reductions and environmental benefits.

S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y I N W A T E R A N D N A T U R A L A R E A S T E W A R D S H I P A W A R D

Skownan First Nation, Skownan

• Skownan First Nation was instrumental in the designation of Chitek Lake Provincial

Park. This is the first provincial park with Manitoba’s new Traditional Indigenous

Use designation, which supports cultural and economic integrity by honouring the

Aboriginal and treaty rights of the Skownan First Nation’s members to continue

traditional land-use practices within the park.

Honourable Mention: Municipality of Westlake-Gladstone

• The former municipalities of Lakeview and Westbourne, now the Municipality of

Westlake–Gladstone, donated a package of conservation agreements to the Manitoba

Habitat Heritage Corporation. Taken together, these agreements comprise the

largest perpetual conservation agreement in Canada. These agreements will ensure

the land remains available for grazing while also protecting wetlands that provide

flood control, water quality enhancement, protection from drainage, carbon storage

and wildlife habitat.

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Lake Friendly, South Basin Mayors and Reeves, Winnipeg

• Lake Friendly has developed the Lake Friendly Marking System, a voluntary

continuous improvement certification program that recognizes individuals and

organizations that have adopted ‘lake friendly’ practices. The initial focus is on

municipal governments and workbooks were developed to help local government

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leaders demonstrate excellence in water management through governance and

leadership across their operations.

Honourable Mention: Simplot Canada II, Portage la Prairie

• Simplot Canada II produces frozen French fries and formed potato products at a

plant in Portage la Prairie. The company undertook a pilot scale composting project

for industrial waste that was successful in producing ‘class A’ quality compost.

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Sigurbjorg Stefansson School, Gimli

• Education for sustainability has been a key focus at Sigurbjorg Stefansson School

and it has participated in the Eco-Globe Recognition Program since 2009. The

school has focused on enhancing the classroom culture by utilizing the natural

environment. Successful initiatives include the creation of outdoor learning

spaces, an outdoor classroom, a greenhouse and raised crop gardens that create

opportunities for hands-on learning.

Honourable Mention: Environmental Activist Team and Teacher Colleen Dawson, Lord

Selkirk School, Winnipeg

• Students in grades four to six have created and lead the Environmental Activist

Team at Lord Selkirk School. The students learned about sustainable practices and

healthy living, and have shared that information with the student body, staff and

community. The team also learned about and took charge of composting, recycling

and biodiversity within the school, school yard and community.

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Village of Dunnottar

• The Village of Dunnottar undertook almost 10 years of research and testing to

develop a low-cost, low-maintenance method of reducing nutrients in the effluent

being released from municipal lagoons. Following a successful pilot project, a full-

scale passive filter using natural media was constructed in 2014 that has met or

exceeded all testing parameters.


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C H A M P I O N F O R S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y A W A R D

Stantec, Winnipeg

• Stantec is using its local operations to showcase, enhance and promote

sustainability initiatives in the community. The consolidation of staff at the new

central downtown location created an opportunity to introduce a partnership with

Peg City Car Co-op, a bike fleet, carpooling, a bus pass program, organic waste

collection and a green cleaning program.

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NorWest Community Food Centre, Winnipeg

• This community food centre in northwest Winnipeg focuses on access to healthy

food, food skill development and community engagement. The centre meets

immediate needs for free meals while also building a strong community and skills for

personal change through community gardens and programs that teach people how

to grow and cook healthy food.

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FortWhyte Alive, Winnipeg

• FortWhyte Alive is an environmental and sustainable living centre that teaches and

demonstrates the cornerstones of sustainability. The centre provides environmental

education, natural and cultural heritage programs and outdoor recreation

opportunities. FortWhyte Alive is working to enhance the sustainability of its

operations through their 2015 Sustainability Action Plan which includes actions and

targets to increase sustainability in energy, emissions and transportation, water use,

waste diversion and procurement.

Honourable Mention: Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre, Oak Hammock Marsh

• Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre increases public understanding of the

values of wetlands and encourages public support for their conservation through

innovative education and outreach programs. The centre has welcomed more than

two million visitors since it opened in 1993, connecting them with the natural and

cultural heritage of the area.


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M E M B E R B I O G R A P H I E S(As of March 31, 2016)

Honourable Tom Nevakshonoff – Chair Minister of Conservation and Water Stewardship

MemberoftheLegislativeAssemblyfortheInterlake

Tom Nevakshonoff was first elected to the Manitoba Legislative Assembly in 1999,

as the member for the Interlake and was re-elected in 2003, 2007 and 2011. In 2009,

he was appointed legislative assistant to the Minister of Conservation as well as to the

Minister of Infrastructure and Transportation. He was also appointed deputy speaker

in 2011. Tom was raised in the Interlake communities of Poplarfield and Fisher Branch.

He graduated from Carleton University in 1987 with a Bachelor of Arts (Hon.) in Eastern

European studies.

Honourable James AllumMinister of Education and Advanced Learning

MemberoftheLegislativeAssemblyforFortGarry-Riverview

James Allum was elected to the Manitoba Legislative Assembly in 2011, as the

member for Fort Garry-Riverview. He was appointed Minister of Education and Advanced

Learning in 2013. Prior to that, he served as legislative assistant to the Minister of

Finance.

James came to the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba following a fifteen-year career

with the City of Winnipeg. In 2001, he joined the Chief Administrative Officer Secretariat

where he served in a variety of positions including Corporate Projects Officer, Executive

Assistant and Policy Advisor to the CAO, Acting Environmental Coordinator, and Senior

Consultant in Strategic Management. His last post was as the Manager of Aboriginal

Initiatives in the Office of the CAO.

James holds a Ph.D. in Canadian and Environmental History from Queen’s University.

James taught part-time in the Department of History at the University of Winnipeg from

1999 to 2006, served as Chair of the Manitoba Heritage Council from 2002 to 2006,

and was named Chair of the Council on Post-Secondary Education for the Province of

Manitoba in 2008.


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Honourable Steve AshtonMinister of Infrastructure and Transportation

MemberoftheLegislativeAssemblyforThompson

Steve Ashton was first elected to the Manitoba Legislature in 1981. He was re-

elected in the general elections of 1986, 1988, 1990, 1995, 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2011.

He was appointed Minister of Highways and Government Services in October 1999

(later changed to Transportation and Government Services) and Minister responsible

for The Gaming Control Act in July 2000. He was appointed Minister responsible for

Emergency Measures in October 2001. In September 2002, Steve was appointed Minister

of Conservation and in November 2003, became the first appointed Minister of Water

Stewardship. In September 2006, Steve was appointed as Minister of Intergovernmental

Affairs and Minister responsible for Emergency Measures. In October 2009, he was

appointed as Minister of Infrastructure and Transportation, Minister Responsible for

Emergency Measures and Minister Responsible for the Manitoba Lotteries Corporation.

Steve is a graduate of R.D. Parker Collegiate in Thompson. He received a Bachelor of

Arts (Hon.) in Political Studies from the University of Manitoba and a Master of Arts in

Economics from Lakehead University. Steve has lived in Thompson since 1967.

Honourable Kevin ChiefMinister of Jobs and the Economy

MemberoftheLegislativeAssemblyforPointDouglas

Kevin Chief was first elected to the Manitoba Legislative Assembly in 2011, as

the member for Point Douglas. He was appointed Minister of Children and Youth

Opportunities in 2012 and Minister responsible for the City of Winnipeg in 2013. Kevin

currently serves as the Minister of Jobs and the Economy.

Before entering politics, Kevin spent a decade working in education as Coordinator

of the Innovative Learning Centre at the University of Winnipeg, Director of the Winnipeg

Aboriginal Sport Achievement Centre and Community Networker with the River East

Transcona School Division. Kevin graduated from the University of Winnipeg with a

Bachelor Degree majoring in Justice.

Honourable Deanne CrothersMinister of Healthy Living and Seniors

MemberoftheLegislativeAssemblyforSt.James

Deanne Crothers was first elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for

St. James in 2011. In 2014, she was appointed Minister of Healthy Living and Seniors.

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and communities. She holds an Honours degree in Cultural Studies from Trent University

and specializes in literacy and English as an Additional Language. For five years Deanne

worked with adults who had lost their jobs to improve their literacy skills before re-

entering the job market. Prior to this, she worked as an adult literacy instructor and

helped adults obtain their GED diplomas while improving their reading, writing and

math skills.

Honourable Ron KostyshynMinister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development

MemberoftheLegislativeAssemblyforSwanRiver

Ron Kostyshyn was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for

Swan River in 2011. Ron has served as the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural

Development since 2012. Ron was also appointed to hold office as Minister of

Infrastructure and Transportation and the Minister responsible for Emergency Measures

Operations, from December 2014 to April 2015.

Ron also served as Reeve of the RM of Mossey River and was on council for two

decades. He has also served on various boards including the Association of Manitoba

Municipalities, Manitoba Conservation Commission, Intermountain Conservation District,

Ethelbert District Veterinary Board, Farm Stewardship Association of Manitoba, and the

Ethelbert Curling Club and Skating Rink.

Rob Altemeyer Member of Legislative Assembly for Wolseley

Winnipeg,MB

Rob Altemeyer was first elected to the Manitoba Legislative Assembly in 2003 as

the member for Wolseley and was re-elected in 2007 and 2011. Rob has served as

Legislative Assistant to a variety of departments, and most recently was appointed to

be Legislative Assistant to the Minister of Family Services, the Minister of Housing and

Community Development, and the Minister of Conservation and Water Stewardship. Rob

also serves as Assistant Deputy Speaker at the Legislature. His political focus reflects

the priorities of his constituents, namely poverty reduction, strong public services and

environmental sustainability. Rob graduated from the University of Manitoba with a

Bachelor of Arts and Master of Natural Resources Management.


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Robert BrunelMayor of the Municipality of Ste. Rose and Grain Producer

Ste.Rose,MB

Rob Brunel is a farmer and the Mayor of the Municipality of Ste. Rose. He has served

as President and Vice President of Keystone Agricultural Producers. He has chaired the

Keystone Agricultural Producers’ Grains, Oilseeds and Pulses committee as well as the

Environment and Water Management committee. He also chaired the Manitoba Young

Farmers committee and served on the Canadian Young Farmers Forum board.

Brian DempseyEnvironmental Engineer

Winnipeg,MB

Brian Dempsey is an Environmental Engineer with Standard Aero. He is the former

Environmental Coordinator and Corporate Ethics Director at Standard Aero. Brian

has experience in ISO 14001 implementation, electroplating, and chemical handling

and disposal. Brian is a chemical engineering graduate of the Georgia Institute of

Technology.

Bruce DugganDirector, Buller Centre for Business at Providence University College and Principal, Boke Consulting

Otterburne,MB

Bruce Duggan is the Director of the Buller Centre for Business at Providence

University College. He also operates Boke Consulting, which focuses on “green”

economic development. Bruce is a member of the Green Faith Alliance, an alliance of

various faith-based members to address climate change. He has a Master of Business

Administration.

Kaeryn Gregory Sustainable Building Consultant

Winnipeg,MB

Kaeryn Gregory is a Sustainable Building Consultant with Stantec and Past-Chair of

the Board of the Green Building Council – Manitoba Chapter. Kaeryn is the Team Lead

for Stantec’s Manitoba and Saskatchewan High Performance Buildings Team. She is

responsible for the development and delivery of sustainable building services within the

Buildings Engineering group.


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Zack Gross Overseas Projects Officer and Fair Trade Manitoba Outreach Coordinator Manitoba Council for International Cooperation

SandyHook,MB

Zack Gross has spent over 40 years working in international development assistance

and global citizenship education, including 25 years as Executive Director of the Marquis

Project in Brandon and 10 years at the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation

(MCIC). Zack is also a sessional instructor in International Development Studies through

Menno Simons College at the University of Winnipeg and facilitates online courses in

the University of British Columbia’s Diploma Program in International Development

Studies. For the past twenty years, he has written a regular column for the Brandon Sun

on global social and environmental issues. Currently living in the Interlake, Zack leads

Youth Community Partnership, a program that supports active youth citizenship in the

Gimli area. In 2002, Zack received the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal for his local and

global community efforts.

Curt HullClimate Change Connection Program Manager with Manitoba Eco-Network

Winnipeg,MB

Curt Hull is project manager with Climate Change Connection. Curt has a passion

for climate change education and action, a strong background in project and financial

management, and a history of community involvement. Curt is a professional engineer.

Prior to coming to the Manitoba Eco-Network, he worked for 25 years as Director of

Quality Systems with a Winnipeg-based electronics design and manufacturing company.

While there, he helped that company grow from 12 people in a small, local facility to

an international concern with manufacturing plants in three countries, offices in five

countries, and over 1,000 employees.

Since 2007, Curt has been educating Manitobans on climate change and connecting

with groups seeking solutions. In 2010, Curt was trained by the Honorable Al Gore in

Nashville and became part of the global Climate Reality Project.

Kristina Hunter – Vice ChairEnvironmental Health and Sustainable Development InstructorUniversity of Manitoba

Winnipeg,MB

Kristina Hunter is an instructor in the University of Manitoba’s Clayton H. Riddell

Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources. She teaches in the fields of environmental

health and sustainable development. She has also taught in the Master of Business


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Administration Program since 1999. Kristina is active in many community environmental

organizations including the Manitoba Eco-Network, Manitoba Environmental Industries

Association, Friends of Churchill Parkway and Earth Day Manitoba. She has been

involved with research in environment and health, specifically indoor air quality and

environmental tobacco smoke, as well as environmental conservation, restoration and

communication. Kristina is an advocate for greater environmental accountability in post-

secondary educational institutions.

Sharon McKayExecutive Director, Aboriginal Knowledge & Culture DivisionUniversity College of the North

Thompson,MB

Sharon McKay is the Executive Director of the Aboriginal Knowledge & Culture

Division of the University College of the North. Prior to this, Sharon was the Chief

Executive Officer of the Keewatin Tribal Council, a position she held for over 10

years. Sharon has significant experience in Aboriginal and Indigenous government

and Aboriginal non-profit organizations, having worked for Keewatin Tribal Council in

Education and Administration for over 30 years.

Shaunna Morgan SiegersIndigenous Leadership Initiatives Regional Advisor for Manitoba

Winnipeg,MB

Shaunna Morgan Siegers is the Indigenous Leadership Initiative’s Regional Advisor

for Manitoba. She is a Cree from the Waskaganish First Nation and has a long history of

living and working in remote First Nations. Shaunna has degrees in Botany and nearly

20 years of research, Indigenous knowledge and environment science experience.

Diane OrihelFreshwater Ecologist

Winnipeg,MB

Diane Orihel is a freshwater ecologist. She has 12 years of experience investigating

human impacts on aquatic ecosystems through large-scale, multi-disciplinary,

collaborative research programs. Diane has a strong track record of attracting funding,

building project teams, designing robust experiments, supervising students, and

publishing in leading environmental science journals. She is recognized as a strong

voice for freshwater science in Canada.


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Karen PetersFreelance Writer and Researcher

Winnipeg,MB

Karen Peters is currently a freelance writer and researcher. She is the former

Executive Director of the Point Douglas Residents Committee where she was in charge

of community economic development projects. Karen has a Master of Environment and

undergraduate degrees in Community Economic Development and Philosophy.

Andrea RedskyPrincipal of Faraday Elementary School

Winnipeg,MB

Andrea Redsky is the Principal of Faraday Elementary School. Her career began with

a teaching assignment at Children of the Earth High School. It was there that Andrea

developed an appreciation for education for sustainable development practices, which

include social, cultural, environmental, economic and Aboriginal perspectives.

Dimple RoyDirector of the Water ProgramInternational Institute for Sustainable Development

Winnipeg,MB

Dimple Roy is the Director of the Water Program at the International Institute for

Sustainable Development (IISD). She has a Master of Environmental Design from

the University of Calgary and a Bachelor of Architecture from India. She has worked

on various aspects of watershed management, including the watershed bioeconomy

approach, water-energy-food security, and water policy and governance.

Anika TertonProject Officer of the International Institute for Sustainable Development

Winnipeg,MB

Anika is a Project Officer for the International Institute for Sustainable Development

and works with the Resilience and Energy programs. She completed a thesis on climate

change and Canadian foreign policy for her Master degree in Political Science from

the Free University of Berlin. Anika’s work in sustainable development has included

experience in the Manitoba Eco-Network’s Water and Climate Change program and

serving as an advisor on the Storm Water Master Plan Advisory Committee for the City

of Winnipeg. Anika’s international training has given her strong intercultural experience

that supports her work with diverse teams.


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Ron ThiessenExecutive Director, Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society Manitoba

Winnipeg,MB

Ron Thiessen is the Executive Director of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society

Manitoba. He has worked professionally in the non-profit wilderness conservation field

for over 20 years. Ron employs his experience in Aboriginal, media, public, industry and

government relations to achieve protected areas and safeguard wildlife.

Scott TibbleGrain and Cattle Producer, Realtor, Certified Auctioneer and Appraiser

SwanRiver,MB

Scott Tibble is a Grain and Cattle Producer, Realtor, Certified Auctioneer and

Appraiser. He owns and operates a purebred cattle ranch in the Swan River Valley,

which has participated in the Habitat Canada program. Scott was a member of the

advisory committee tasked with the formation of the Federal Agricultural Policy

Framework in 2001-2003. In the past, he was co-chair of the Manitoba Bovine

Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) Task Force.

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