EC238 Lecture 9: lesson9 notes
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There are relatively few constitutional powers that pertain to the environment and the division of power between the federal government and the provinces and territories can sometimes be unclear. The fisheries act is an example of a policy established under the first set of powers and the canadian environmental protection act (cepa) which deals with toxic materials is an example of a policy established based on pogg powers. Within provinces, overlap between federal and provincial regulations is seen between the fisheries act and provincial water pollution policies, regulations on accidental spills into waterways and some air pollution regulations. The federal government regulates the distribution, use and sale of pesticides although provinces also have their own pesticide regulations. When pollution occurs between provinces or territories the federal government"s powers can be in conflict with the individual provinces and this is certainly a tricky area in terms of regulation.
