Bill Detail
An Act to amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (packaging)
BillC-429
Session42-1
StageSecond reading (House)
Introduced2019-02-20
Proposed byNathan Cullen
This enactment amends the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, to prohibit the use of consumer product packaging unless it is made of a material that is recyclable or compostable.
✦ AI Summary
Bill C-429, also known as the Zero Waste Packaging Act, aims to reduce plastic waste and promote sustainable consumption. It proposes to amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, to prohibit the sale of consumer products unless their packaging is made from recyclable or compostable materials. This addresses the significant environmental damage caused by plastic waste, particularly in oceans and landfills, and aligns Canada with international commitments to waste reduction.
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Legislative Timeline
2019-02-20
First reading
Current
Second reading (House)
✦ AICurrently under debate in the House of Commons for initial approval.
Votes
Vote #: 152
Date: 2010-12-15
Result: Failed
Yes: 101
No: 174
Yes / No Ratio
Yes36.7%
No63.3%
How each party voted
| Party | Position | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloc | Yes | 100% | 0% |
| Conservative | No | 0% | 100% |
| Liberal | Free vote | 0% | 0% |
| NDP | Free vote | 0% | 0% |