IISD Mourns the Loss of Brian Mulroney
Winnipeg — The International Institute for Sustainable Development is deeply saddened at the passing of The Right Honorable Brian Mulroney, former Prime Minister of Canada (1984 – 93).
It was in 1988 that Mulroney announced the creation of IISD at the United Nations, promising “Mankind is not destined to destroy itself; war is not inevitable; poverty can be alleviated; the environment can be preserved; injustices can be made right.”
These powerful words have continued to drive IISD for more than 30 years, as we strive to fulfill this commitment and create a world where people and the planet thrive.
In 1987, Mulroney played an integral role in convincing more than 40 world leaders to drastically cut the use of ozone-destroying CFCs, signing what would become known as the Montreal Protocol (since then, more than 150 other nations have signed the treaty).
A year later, he hosted the landmark World Climate Change Conference in Toronto, a conference that represented a major stepping stone in getting climate change on the global agenda. And in 1991, Mulroney signed the Canada-United States Air Quality Agreement with President George H. W. Bush to reduce pollution caused by acid rain.
“Brian Mulroney was a visionary when it comes to the environment, and we are proud to be part of his legacy,” said Patricia Fuller, IISD President and CEO. “We are filled with profound sadness at his passing, and express our deepest condolences to his wife Mila, and to his family.”
He is survived by his wife and four children, Caroline, Ben, Mark, and Nicholas.
For further information or press inquiries, please contact [email protected].
About IISD
The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) is a globally recognized think tank with 3 decades of experience working to solve the world’s most pressing sustainable development challenges. We combine deep expertise in a wide range of issues with a collaborative approach to research, policy advice, and hands-on support to ensure these solutions are brought to life. Headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba, we are a diverse team of over 300 professionals working from offices in Canada, Switzerland, and other locations around the world.
You might also be interested in
Summary Report | Natural Solutions for Water Security: Canada’s policy path forward
Summary of Natural Solutions for Water Security: Canada’s Policy Path Forward, highlighting key opportunities and an emerging action agenda to scale natural infrastructure.
Canadians increasingly feeling effects of water-related challenges and want governments to act: New poll
Almost three in four Canadians say improving water infrastructure is urgent, with growing support for natural infrastructure solutions.
The Strait of Hormuz Crisis Emphasizes Why Canada Should Move Away From Oil and Gas—Not Expand It
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz cut off roughly 25% of the world’s seaborne oil and 20% of LNG trade. In response, many countries are diversifying supply chains and increasingly ramping up domestic renewable capacity to improve energy security. Meanwhile, the Government of Canada has taken steps to expand oil and gas production.
Rules and Tools From Australia’s Sustainable Finance Roadmap
This report provides an overview of the rules and tools employed in Australia’s Sustainable Finance Roadmap along with five recommendations that Canada should consider.