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Québec Consolidates Approach to Sustainable Development

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The Québec Port Authority (QPA) has retained a consulting firm to help shape its sustainable development strategy. 

"Making the Port of Québec a leader in sustainable development was a commitment I made when I took the helm two years ago," said Mario Girard, the QPA’s president and CEO. "We have already taken steps in this direction, such as the establishment of a community relations committee, but now we want to build a structured framework that will be a foundation for our activities. This is the natural evolution of our vision." 

The consultant will begin by identifying the most pressing sustainable development issues. This approach will include not only an analysis of international best practices implemented by large ports that are leaders in the field, but also consultations with QPA stakeholders to get the most accurate portrait possible and identify potential risks and opportunities. The portrait will make it possible to set strategic directions for sustainable development, allowing the QPA to prioritize the actions required to position itself as a responsible company. 

"The deadline for the delivery of the sustainable development strategy is set for the end of 2013, and the entire port community of Québec will be engaged in the approach," said Mr. Girard. "Having this kind of strategy is important for the Port of Québec’s future development."
 

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