Ontario Proposes New Legislation to Take Action Against Invasive Species

The Invasive Species Act, to be introduced into Ontario’s legislature today, is intended to support the prevention, early detection, rapid response and eradication of invasive species in the province. If passed, the legislation would position Ontario as the first jurisdiction … Continue reading

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The Non-Polluter Pays: Paul to speak at the AWMA Kitchener-Waterloo Breakfast Speaker Series – February 26, 2014

Paul is pleased to be the next speaker in the Kitchener-Waterloo Breakfast Series of the Air and Waste Management Association, Ontario Section on Wednesday, February 26, 2014. His subject will be the following hot topic: The Non-polluter Pays: Recent Trends … Continue reading

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Reptile smuggling nets six-month conditional sentence and $5000 fine

Cornwall resident convicted under federal wildlife legislation February 17, 2014 – Cornwall, Ontario – Environment Canada Stephen Malcolm Shillingford, of Cornwall, Ontario, was convicted in the Ontario Court of Justice on February 10, 2014, for illegally importing reptiles, listed under … Continue reading

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Climate Change Begins and Ends the Year

As 2013 draws to a close we return to climate change, the topic which started our year. Our first post of 2013, Draft US National Climate Assessment makes clear link between climate change and extreme weather noted the NCA’s conclusion that climate change is … Continue reading

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Seasons Greetings from Manning Environmental Law

We wish all of our clients, colleagues and other friends the very best  for  the Holidays and the New Year. We have enjoyed working with you during what has been an exciting year for us and we look forward to … Continue reading

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Joint Review Panel recommends approving the Enbridge Northern Gateway Project

CALGARY ― In a decision that is bound to inflame passions, the Joint Review Panel (the Panel) for the proposed Enbridge Northern Gateway Project today recommended that the federal government approve the project, subject to 209 required conditions.  The Panel’s … Continue reading

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The Non-Polluter Pays: Creditor Roulette and Director Liability

In our post dated December 7, 2012, Provincial Clean-up Orders Can be Stayed and Compromised in  Canadian Insolvencies, we discussed the decision of the Supreme Court of Canada in Newfoundland and Labrador v. AbitibiBowater Inc. (Abitibi). That case decided that provincial environmental clean-up orders … Continue reading

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November 2013 – Manning Environmental Law Speaking Engagements

December 5, 2013 – Paul is pleased to be the next speaker in the Hamilton Breakfast Series of the Air and Waste Management Association, Ontario Section. His topic will be: The Non-polluter Pays: Recent Trends in Clean-up Liability for Innocent Companies, … Continue reading

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Ontario Releases Updated Long-Term Energy Plan

After several months of consultation, Ontario has released its updated Long-Term Energy Plan, Achieving Balance. The 2013 Long-Term Energy Plan (LTEP) balances five principles that will guide future decisions: cost-effectiveness, reliability, clean energy, community engagement, and an emphasis on conservation … Continue reading

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