Air pollution is a serious threat to human health, the environment and the overall competitiveness of our economy. Particularly at risk are children, the elderly and those who suffer from cardiac and respiratory ailments. Air pollution is also a global problem, reaching across national borders, requiring cooperation and partnerships with other countries.

Clean air is a priority for the Government of Canada and Canadians. Together, we are taking measures to ensure we all have clean air to breath.

The Government of Canada's 10-year Clean Air Agenda, launched in 2000, is a commitment to improve air quality for all Canadians. The Agenda presents a path to improve air quality by targeting the leading sources of air pollution from transboundary, transportation, and major industrial sources, enhancing air quality monitoring and science, and engaging the public to take action to reduce pollution and protect their health such as through using air quality forecasts.

The Government of Canada is committed to working with the provinces, territories, municipalities, the private sector, and other nations to develop strategies that will ensure cleaner air and a cleaner environment for all Canadians and the world.

Clean Air Online responds directly to key government priorities and Canadian concerns about air quality. CAOL was developed to provide all Canadians with the information they need to make informed decisions as consumers and citizens.

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