Guilbeault Announces Federal Plan to Track Canadian Plastic Production

Guilbeault Announces Federal Plan to Track Canadian Plastic Production
Minister of Environment and Climate Change Steven Guilbeault speaks during a news conference in Ottawa, on Nov. 20, 2023. The Canadian Press/Justin Tang
Matthew Horwood
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Ottawa plans to introduce a national plastics registry to track how much plastic is being produced in Canada, Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault has announced.

“We’re implementing a comprehensive plan to reduce plastic waste and pollution, and today I’m excited to announce a new federal plastic registry which will increase transparency and help make producers responsible,” Mr. Guilbeault said during an April 22 press conference.