This Memorandum of Understanding establishes a bilateral working group on the protection of transboundary waters, consisting of officials from state and provincial agencies. The working group focuses on the following matters: development and implementation of a joint water quality monitoring programme for transboundary waters; establishing reciprocal procedures that facilitate the invitation and on-going involvement of interested governmental representatives and their designated scientists in environmental assessments; developing opportunities for interested Tribes, First Nations, and stakeholders to better access information about mining and other development projects, in or affecting transboundary watersheds; seeking alternate public or private sector funding of costs and other needed resources; sharing Best Practices on workforce development and training to reduce the risk of pollution of trans boundary waters; collaborating to promote marine transportation reliability and safety; improving infrastructure development and transportation services.
Canada, United States of America · 2015-11-25