“What Does the Canada-U.S. Beyond the Border Action Plan Mean for Security and Economic Prosperity?
The Canadian and U.S. Perspectives”

Monday, January 23, 2012
1:30-3:00pm
Senate Room, 608 Robertson Hall
Carleton University

Chair:                    Michael Hart, Simon Reisman Chair in Trade Policy, Carleton University;
Senior Distinguished Fellow, CTPL

Presenters:           David Heyman, Assistant Secretary for Policy, U.S. Department of Homeland
               Security

                               Paul MacKinnon, Assistant Deputy Minister, Strategic Policy, Public Safety
               Canada

Prime Minister Harper and President Obama agreed last February on a new initiative aimed at developing

a shared vision for perimeter security and economic competitiveness.  Following several months of

consultations and preparation by groups of officials in both capitals, the two leaders announced a

detailed action plan on December 7 setting out specific goals and objectives to be met over the next five

years. David Heyman and Paul MacKinnon are two of the principals engaged in bringing the “Beyond the

Border” action plan to fruition. They will use this opportunity to explain their current priorities and work

program.  Discussion, based on Chatham House rules, will follow their presentation.

This event is in partnership with the U.S. Embassy and Fulbright Canada and as well as the U.S. Department

of Homeland Security and Public Safety Canada.

A map of Carleton University and the location of Robertson Hall is available here. Metered visitor parking

is available on Level 2 and 3 in the Parking Tower located directly next to Robertson Hall.

If you have any questions or require further information, please contact Teale Irwin via email or at

613-520-2600 x8313.