Preface

Part 4 of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA 1999) gives the Minister of the Environment the authority to require the preparation and implementation of pollution prevention plans (P2 plans) for CEPA-toxic substances (substances that have been added to Schedule 1 of CEPA).

CEPA 1999 contains other P2 planning provisions. Part 7 authorizes the Minister to require P2 plans in some circumstances for Canadian sources of international air and international water pollution. Part 9 (section 209(1)(b)) authorizes the Governor-in-Council to make regulations respecting P2 planning by federal government operations. Part 10 (section 291(1)(c)) authorizes a judge to require anyone in violation of CEPA 1999 to prepare and implement a P2 plan. In addition, Part 5 authorizes the Minister to require the preparation and submission of ‘’virtual elimination plans’’ for substances designated for virtual elimination because they are persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic.

Section 62 under Part 4 of CEPA 1999 commits the Minister of the Environment to develop and consult on guidelines respecting the circumstances under which P2 planning is appropriate. These guidelines were developed for and refined through the public consultation process. Please note these guidelines only address P2 planning under Part 4.

As experience is gained through use of these provisions, this document may be revised from time to time.

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