Trade war with U.S. an opportunity to clean up Canada’s approach to toxic pesticides

When it comes to ensuring pesticide regulations reflect the latest science, Canada is painfully behind the times.

Amid the current trade war, Canada will likely face pressure to ramp up domestic food production, and some may argue that this makes increased pesticide use a necessary evil. But pesticides don’t always lead to better yields, writes Anelyse Weiler is an assistant professor of sociology at the University of Victoria.Photograph by freestocks.org

Opinion

BY ANELYSE WEILER

March 12, 2025

Many people in Canada feel a tug of nostalgia when imagining our rural landscapes as a peaceful place to slow down and breathe in clean air. The desire to protect the places we love looms especially large amid threats from south of the border to absorb Canada as the "51...

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 Mondays: Environment Newsletter

From climate change to natural resources, dive into environmental legislation, policy, and advocacy.

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