New Process to Request Substance Assessments under CEPA

Beginning in June 2024, the Canadian public will have an important new tool to protect the environment and public health. Under subsection 76(1) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA),...

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CEPA 1999: Amendments to Storage Tank Systems Regulations

The Canadian Department of the Environment oversees several regulations under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA), including the Storage Tank Systems for Petroleum Products and Allied Petroleum Products Regulations. These...

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Canada's Landmark Bill C-226 Paves the Way for Environmental Justice and Combats Environmental Racism

On June 21, 2024, in Gatineau, Quebec, the Government of Canada marked a significant milestone in its pursuit of environmental justice with the Royal Assent of Bill C-226 - An Act...

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Canada Updates Mercury Regulations: Expanded Prohibitions and Improved Compliance

In a significant move to improve environmental protection and public health, the Canadian government recently updated its regulations on mercury-containing products. These changes, announced on June 19, 2024, mark a critical...

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Canada updates Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist: Bans Basic Green 4 and restricts three ingredients

Canada updates Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist: Bans Basic Green 4 and restricts three ingredients  On May 17, 2024, Health Canada released its latest update to the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist, adding Basic Green...

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Canada proposes to amend the DSL for the Piperazine notification process.

On 11 May 2024, the Canadian Department of Environment published a notice proposing amendments to the Domestic Substance List (DSL) and introducing significant new activity (SNAC) notification requirements for certain consumer...

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Canadian Government to Restrict Gas Oils and Kerosene Substances in Consumer Products Due to Health Risks

The Canadian government has announced plans to restrict more than a dozen gas oil and kerosene substances in certain consumer products, citing potential risks to human health. The decision follows a...

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Canada Moves to Label Polymers of Low Concern Polymers on the Domestic Substances List

On May 11, 2024, the Minister of the Environment published a Notice of Intent to amend the Domestic Substances List (DSL) under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA) by adding...

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Health Canada Announces Updates to Hazardous Materials Information Review Act for Confidential Business Information Exemptions

On March 26, 2024, Health Canada introduced significant changes to the Hazardous Materials Information Review Act (HMIRA) aimed at simplifying the process for companies seeking Confidential Business Information (CBI) exemptions for...

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Government of Canada Releases Acids and Bases Group Assessment: Concludes Substances Are Not Harmful to Health or the Environment

On April 27, 2024, the Government of Canada has published the Acids and Bases Group Assessment, which concludes that these substances are not harmful to human health or the environment. A...

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