AST101H1 Lecture Notes - Infotrac, Environmental Impact Assessment, Miningwatch Canada
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Environmental issues have plagued politicians for decades and they have now become vital issues throughout canada. There are numerous environmental issues that the world faces today, however, the most common issues that are under the spotlight are climate change, ozone depletion and pollution. In canada, the environmental laws were enacted in 1999, to enforce an eco-friendly environment where pollution and damage to large bodies of water is eliminated1. Environmental law is a complicated body of treaties that regulate the emission standards in order to protect the public, provide guidance to industry and allow government enforcement. Due to high levels of pollution and toxic chemicals produced by industries, we as human beings are becoming more vulnerable to various diseases such as cancer2. By developing treaties and statutes, the society would be more concerned and responsive about the environmental damage. Damage towards the environment would lessen and more protection for natural habitats can be established.
