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Justin Trudeau wants to make Canada a global environmental brand

Click to play video: 'Justin Trudeau speaks at Smart Prosperity launch in Vancouver'
Justin Trudeau speaks at Smart Prosperity launch in Vancouver
WATCH: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks about the new Smart Prosperity initiative launched in Vancouver, Tuesday, March 1 – Mar 1, 2016

A new group that includes business leaders, academics and government officials says it’s time to make Canada a global environment brand.

The members of Smart Prosperity want to accelerate the transition to a high-efficiency, low-carbon economy.

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The group launches in Vancouver today, with a boost from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

The Liberal government’s climate policies appear to dovetail with the group’s vision of an economic transformation.

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