Environment Commissioner Gives Government Failing Marks Over Policies
OTTAWA (CP) - The federal environment commissioner says the government is all talk and little action when it comes to environmental policies.
Johanne Gelinas says the feds have lots of plans, but little follow-through.
She says announcements are made with much fanfare, but end up forgotten almost immediately.
She says Ottawa is failing when it comes to protecting the oceans and biodiversity, guaranteeing the safety of drinking water on aboriginal reserves and buying environmentally sound products.
Her report says the federal government also hasn't pushed various departments to co-ordinate sustainable development policies.
Highlights from the report of the commissioner of the environment and sustainable development:
-The federal government makes big environmental announcements, but they are soon forgotten.
-Steps should be taken to ensure that aboriginal reserves and air travellers have safe water to drink.
-The oceans should be protected with clear plans for fisheries management by establishing the marine protection areas promised years ago.
-The government has failed to act on pledges to protect biodiversity and should start by providing a clear picture of biodiversity in Canada.
-The government urges Canadians to buy green, but has no green purchasing policy of its own.
-There is no co-ordination when it comes to departments setting sustainable development policies.
Source: Canadian Press
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