Liberal Party of Canada leader Justin Trudeau may have chosen Vancouver to present his environmental promises, but proponents say his plans will have a positive impact on Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound.

"Stephen Harper refused to take meaningful action on climate change, slashed environmental protections, and allowed other countries to take the lead on creating new clean jobs," stated Liberal candidate Kimberley Love. "Our Liberal plan will ensure that the people in Bruce Grey Owen Sound can tap into the vast economic opportunities of our environment and create the sustainable prosperity families deserve. I'd love to see a green technology hub in Bruce Grey that could create the stimulus for an emerging green economy here."

Trudeau pledged an annual investment of $200 million in clean technologies for the agricultural, energy and forestry sectors and another $100 million to support clean technology companies themselves, and emphasized the inter-dependence of the environment and the economy.

When asked for a comment, Meaford Councillor Jaden Calvert said, "I am in alignment with the plan of the Liberal party of Canada to grow the Canadian economy and create clean jobs, while protecting the environment. As a councillor in the Municipality of Meaford, I am garnering support for a municipal declaration that recognizes everybody's right to live in a healthy environment. The plan of the Liberal Party of Canada for Canada's environment and economy demonstrates a commitment to upholding these rights."

"The environment has suffered greatly during the Harper decade. As Canadians, we cannot afford to let this inaction continue – the cost is too high," Kimberley Love concluded. "A Liberal government is committed to undoing the damage done by Harper, and giving to our children and our grandchildren a country even more beautiful and prosperous than the one we have today. This week's announcement is actually visionary for Canada."

source: media release, Liberal campaign, Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound