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About The Report: The Impact Assessment Act (IAA) came into force in August 2019, replacing the widely criticized Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, 2012 . Is the IAA meeting the government’s…
Read MoreOur work is based on research, science, and a strong understanding of the facts. Below you will find our archive of reports, guides and media backgrounders that are available for download. You can find our government submissions here.
Safeguarding Freshwater
About The Report: TransCanada’s proposed Energy East oil pipeline project threatens the drinking water of over 5 million Canadians. This alarming finding is the result of a detailed examination of Energy East’s proposed route across Canada. From Manitoba to New Brunswick, nearly 3,000 lakes, rivers, streams and aquifers, which are relied upon by millions of...
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About The Guide: Canadians are exposed to toxic chemicals every day, but you can reduce your exposure if you know where they lurk. Cancer-causing, hormone-disrupting, and allergy-inducing substances are still in many everyday products on Canadian store shelves and in our homes. Find out more about how these ten harmful chemicals affect you and how...
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About The Report: Ontario has announced it will be putting a price on carbon pollution by implementing a cap-and-trade system. The system will be an important part of Ontario’s climate strategy, but it alone will not be enough for Ontario to meet its carbon reduction target. Other complementary polices will also be needed. Ontario has...
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About The Guide: The most common dry cleaning methods in Canada add to air pollution while putting dry clean workers and nearby residents at risk. But Canadians don’t have to risk their health for stain-free clothing. Take a look at our pocket guide with handy info and tips how to avoid nasty dry cleaning chemicals....
Toxics
About The Report: Did you know that popular cleaning products are adding to indoor air pollution in Canadian homes? In a first-of-its-kind study, Environmental Defence tested the impact of cleaning products on indoor air quality. In all 14 studied households, levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) went up during cleaning. VOCs are a group of...
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