Jul 14, 2021
On June 3, 2021, Ontario enacted the HSP Regulation under the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act, 2016, which shifts financial and operational responsibilities of collecting, managing...
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Jun 18, 2021
Why liability insurance did not cover the defence of a remediation order
An eastern Ontario municipality does not have coverage with any of its four former liability insurers for a dispute with the provincial environment ministry over alleged pollution occurring more than six decades ago.
May 05, 2021
Ontario’s New Excess Soil Regulations – Construction Contract Implications
On January 1, 2021, Phase One of Ontario’s new On-Site and Excess Soil Management Regulation, and supporting amendments took effect under the Province’s EPA.
Apr 28, 2021
Study says easing rules on transfer of unreclaimed oil wells could speed cleanup
Alberta should lower regulatory barriers that discourage businesses from reusing abandoned and unreclaimed oil and gas well sites.
Apr 06, 2021
“Weakened Environmental Rules,” COVID, and a Strengthening Economy
2020 was a year like no other. COVID lead to changes in just about every aspect of our lives, including how regulators enforced environmental rules.
Nov 24, 2020
Bill 48 Proposes to Create Single Land and Property Rights Tribunal in Alberta
A key goal of Alberta's Recovery Plan is to create jobs and drive Alberta's economy forward. The Government has implemented several measures in an effort to reduce the red tape associated with regulatory tribunals.
Oct 06, 2020
Making Ontario Better for People and Smarter for Business
The Ontario government continues to deliver on its commitment to remove regulatory roadblocks, cut red tape and support job creation.