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Environmental Protection Act (R.S.N.W.T. (Nu.) 1988, c. E-7).

Country/Territory
Canada
Territorial subdivision
Nunavut
Document type
Legislation
Date
1988 (2011)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Environment gen., Water, Waste & hazardous substances
Keyword
Basic legislation Pollution control Air quality/air pollution Waste disposal Waste management Soil rehabilitation Early warning system Hazardous substances Authorization/permit Freshwater pollution
Geographical area
Americas, Arctic, Asia and the Pacific, East Pacific, North America, North Atlantic
Abstract

This Act provides for the protection of the environment in Nunavut. It consists of 34 sections and is divided into the following parts: Interpretation, Application, Administration, Environment protection, Discharge of contaminants, unsightly land, By-laws, Permits and licences, Powers of inspectors, Voluntary reporting, Offences and punishment, Other remedies and Regulations. The Act contains provisions on emergency measures (sect. 5) and on all legislative and administrative issues related to licences and permits.

Full text
English/French
Website
www.gov.nu.ca

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Spill Contingency Planning and Reporting Regulations (N.W.T. Reg. (Nu.) 068-93).

Legislation | Canada | 1993

Keyword: Pollution control, Data collection/reporting, Environmental planning, Enforcement/compliance, Policy/planning

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Asphalt Paving Industry Emission Regulations (R.R.N.W.T. 1990 c. E-23).

Legislation | Canada | 1990

Keyword: Air quality/air pollution, Emissions, Environmental standards, Pollution control, Standards, Protection of environment

Source: FAO, FAOLEX