Smog Summit 2001
From June 11-21, 2001, community, industry and government leaders from around the world met in Toronto to explore solutions to smog. An international declaration was signed by 16 cities from Europe, Central/South/North America, and Africa, calling for governments around the world to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions by 50 per cent.
At the same time, Canadian federal, provincial and municipal governments signed an inter-governmental declaration committing to the establishment of a GTA Clean Air Council to tackle smog and climate change emissions.
In addition, a community conference was held at Metro Hall, bringing together 400 leaders to share best practices and inspire action.
