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NPRI Reporting Changes for Hexavalent Chromium RY 2018 & 2019
February 12, 2018 - Federal, Laws & Regulation, News
Environment and Climate Change Canada have published a change in Canada Gazette, Vol. 152, No. 3 dated January 20, 2018 with respect to reporting hexavalent chromium (and its compounds). PART 1 CRITERIA FOR REPORTING SUBSTANCES LISTED IN PART 1 OF SCHEDULE 1 7. Despite subsection 6(1), a person subject to the Chromium Electroplating, Chromium Anodizing […]
Read NewsNotice with Respect to Reporting Greenhouse Gases
February 2, 2018 - Federal, Laws & Regulation
Notice with respect to reporting of greenhouse gases (GHGs) for 2017 Notice is hereby given, pursuant to subsection 46(1) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (the Act), that, with respect to emissions of GHGs identified in Schedule 1 to this notice and for the purpose of conducting research, creating an inventory of data, formulating […]
Read NewsNRCan Energy Efficiency Program Cost-Shared Assistance
December 28, 2017 - Federal, News, Publications
Natural Resources Canada has funding available to help companies with energy management related projects and studies. We offer up to 50% of eligible projects costs to a maximum of $40K for items such as consulting fees, training and salaries. Our programs are stackable with funding from other sources including provincial governments, municipalities and utilities. For […]
Read NewsENERGY STAR for Industry Program
December 28, 2017 - Federal, News, Publications
ENERGY STAR for Industry program is delivered by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) in cooperation with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and recognizes verifiable energy achievements. Participation in the program demonstrates the willingness of Canadian businesses and organizations to drive the transition to a low-carbon, clean-growth economy. There are two components to the program: ENERGY STAR […]
Read News“Let’s Talk Transportation of Dangerous Goods”
November 9, 2017 - Federal, Laws & Regulation
As per the Government of Canada there is a White Paper published with respect to: Part 6 (Training) of the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations The transportation of dangerous goods connects Canadians with the high value goods they use every day. From the gasoline in your car to the pharmaceuticals that keep you healthy, dangerous […]
Read NewsNonylphenol Ethoxylates (NPEs)
November 9, 2017 - European Union, Federal, Laws & Regulation
As per the Government of Canada (2007), “Nonylphenol ethoxylates (NPEs) are a class of the broader group of compounds known as alkylphenol ethoxylates (APEs). NPEs are high-volume chemicals that have been used for more than 40 years as detergents, emulsifiers, wetting agents and dispersing agents. Nonylphenol polyethoxylate-containing products are used in many sectors, including textile […]
Read NewsRegulatory Cooperation Council 2016 Work Plan Update: Chemicals Management
August 23, 2016 - Federal, Laws & Regulation, Publications, USA
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has published the Regulatory Cooperation Council 2016 Work Plan update on Chemicals Management. This is joint effort on Chemicals Management between ECCC, Health Canada and the US Environmental Protection Agency. Their objectives are to reduce risk to humans and the environment posed by chemicals. To meet their objectives they […]
Read NewsMinister of Environment and Climate Change Mandate Letter
November 16, 2015 - Federal, News
Rt. Hon. Justin Trudeau, P.C., M.P.Prime Minister of Canada has published the Mandate Letter for Ms. McKenna, Canada’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change as part of his commitment to raise the bar for openness and transparency. The key mandates for Ms. McKenna follow: “In particular, I will expect you to work with your colleagues […]
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