Consulting on the future of chemicals management in Canada
Open consultations
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Background
The Chemicals Management Plan (CMP) was introduced in 2006 to strengthen the integration across the Government of Canada's chemicals management programs, to address approximately 4,300 priority chemicals by 2020, and to address the hundreds of new substances that enter Canada each year. The CMP has since established Canada as a world leader in the sound management of chemicals.
Work on the future of the Government of Canada chemicals management activities is being informed by the report from the House of Commons Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development on the statutory review of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA). CEPA is the primary legislation under which the CMP operates. In June 2018, the Government submitted a follow-up report to the Committee, and committed to further consider a number of recommendations related to chemicals as part of its engagement on the future of chemicals management, which could inform legislative reform.
Consultations
We consult with stakeholders, the public, youth, Indigenous groups, scientists, researchers, regulated parties, and national and international organizations so that the renewed approach to chemicals management is effective for all people in Canada.
Consultations can take many forms, including dialogue with individuals, associations, organizations and other levels of government through online surveys and feedback forms, face-to-face discussions, focus groups, social media and other forums.
These consultations build on feedback that we have already received, as well as lessons learned throughout the CMP. They also help us improve our understanding on various topics.
Topics for consultation
- None at this time
Closed consultations
Consultation page (topic) | Closure date | Documents |
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Implementation framework: Right to a Healthy Environment in CEPA |
December 4, 2024 |
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December 4, 2024 |
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Strategy: Replace, reduce or refine vertebrate animal testing under CEPA |
April 8, 2024 |
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Discussion document: Implementation framework for the Right to a Healthy Environment in CEPA |
April 8, 2024 |
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January 29, 2024 |
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Notice of intent: Labelling of toxic substances in products, including toxic flame retardants |
January 12, 2023 |
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National consultations: Supply chain transparency and consumer product labelling |
April 1, 2022 |
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January 21, 2019 |
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March 18, 2019 |
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Integrated strategy: Protection of Canadian workers from exposure to chemicals |
August 30, 2019 |
How to get involved
Please check back regularly for updates on consultations. New information will be posted, including instructions for providing feedback.
You can also subscribe to the Canada.ca (Chemical Substances) Website subscription service to receive updates on activities related to the CMP.
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