Canada Announces Public Consultation on Plastic Pollution Reporting Requirements

The Government of Canada, through Environment and Climate Change Canada, has initiated a 45-day public comment period, ending on February 13, 2024, for the proposed reporting of certain plastic manufactured items for the years 2024, 2025, and 2026.

The notice aims to collect comprehensive data on the lifecycle of plastics, requiring producers to contribute meaningful and standardized information to enhance understanding and management of plastic pollution in the country. Additionally, ongoing efforts include consultations on pollution prevention planning, regulations on single-use plastics, and establishing a Federal Plastics Registry to address plastic waste and pollution.