The objective of the Canada/US Transboundary Steering Committee, or 'Steering Committee' is to
ensure bi-annual discussion between Canada and the United States on transboundary integrated ecosystem
management issues associated with the Gulf of Maine and Georges Bank marine environment. It strives to
develop complementary and integrated approaches that can be implemented domestically, as required by both countries.
The Steering Committee is comprised of Canadian co-chair Faith Scattolon, Regional Director-General Maritimes
Region, and USA co-chair Patricia Kurkul, Northeast Regional Administrator. Additional delegation members serve
as advisors at the invitation of the co-chairs.
