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Amendments made to Water Sustainability Act Regulations in British Columbia
January 2, 2018 - British Columbia, Laws & Regulation
As per the Government of British Columbia: Minor amendments are being made to two regulations under the Water Sustainability Act to support existing groundwater users and clarify requirements for authorizing water use. Read full article here
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 NewsChris Ballard Ontario’s New Minister of the Environment and Climate Change
July 31, 2017 - News, Ontario
As per the Media Release by MOECC July 31, 2017, Glen Murray Minister of Environment and Climate Change resigns his position and Chris Ballard appointed. Read full article here. Full list of cabinet members here.
Read NewsWaste Free Ontario & Building A Circular Economy
June 12, 2017 - Laws & Regulation, Ontario
As a result of the statistics that Ontario continues to generate more and more waste each year (Ontario Government, 2017), the Minister of the Environment has introduced a Strategy for a Waste-Free Ontario Building the Circular Economy (Ontario Government, 2017). A Circular Economy approach aims to look at ‘material streams’ throughout their life cycle and identify ways to […]
Read NewsOntario Strengthening Protections for Water Resources
June 12, 2017 - Laws & Regulation, Ontario
On June 8, 2017 the MOCEE published a news release in regard to strengthening protection for water resources. As part of the province’s plan to strengthen groundwater protection for future generations, Ontario will be charging water bottling companies an additional $500 fee to take groundwater. “Beginning Aug. 1, 2017, water bottlers will pay $503.71 for […]
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