What is the federal government’s position on pesticide use?
” The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that Canadians are better protected from health and environmental risks posed by pesticides. (Government of Canada web site) Anne McLellan, Minister of Health, recently introduced in the House of Commons a bill to enact a new Pest Control Products Act (PCPA). The bill is designed to safeguard Canadians, especially children, and will help ensure a safe and abundant food supply. Pesticides must receive registration from the federal government, under the Pest Control Products Act, in order to be used in Canada. Update: As of 2002, Canada now has a new PCPA. However, regulations as of this date are not finalized so the old rules are still in place.
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