COVID-19 prevented 31 billions of ocean pollution being dumped on Canada’s coast. What happens once it’s over?

The decision to stop cruise ships while we wait for widespread vaccination is a smart move that is consistent with public health and preventative practises to fight COVID-19. It is also an opportunity.

Canada has the weakest regulations along the West Coast, and as a result, ships are holding onto pollution and then dumping it when they get to Canada—using our coast as a toilet bowl.

News

BY ANNA BARFORD

February 15, 2021

Transport Minister Omar Alghabra recently announced that the cruise ship ban in Canada would be extended until February 2022 due to COVID-19, a decision that was not to be taken lightly. This pause provides us with a critical ...

To keep reading, subscribe and become a political insider.

Only $7.76 a week for an annual subscription.

Enjoy unlimited website access and the digital newspaper.

Cancel anytime.

Already a Subscriber?

Get Today’s Headlines Newsletter

Your quick scan of the news you need each weekday to be the smartest person in the room.

By entering your email address you consent to receive email from The Hill Times containing news, analysis, updates and offers. You may unsubscribe at any time. See our privacy policy