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PFAS Enforcement and Other Environmental Violations

PFAS Enforcement and Other Environmental Violations

Posted by on Feb 11, 2026 in Blog | 0 comments

  A recent environmental enforcement notification involving per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) garnered some interest, but it was not the largest environmental fine that was in the recent news cycle. Company and Environmental Director Fined As reported in January 2026 by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Superior General Partner Inc. was ordered by the Court of Québec to pay a $1,350,000 fine for violating the Fisheries Act.  “Jean-François Roux, the...

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Environmental Enforcement News

Environmental Enforcement News

Posted by on Nov 19, 2025 in Blog | 0 comments

  Staying compliant with provincial and federal environmental regulations can be challenging.  One of the reasons we post monthly environmental compliance tips is to provide compliance reminders and updates to help avoid or limit instances of environmental enforcement. However, even the most diligent approach to environmental compliance can sometimes fall short.  Below, we look at some recent environmental enforcement news that may provide some cautionary tales. Rain Event...

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Environmental Liability and Enforcement

Environmental Liability and Enforcement

Posted by on Apr 10, 2025 in Blog | 0 comments

  Environmental liability is a growing concern for businesses of all sizes across Canada.  Recently, there has been a focus on the liability associated with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) as well as the liability related to sustainability claims, the plastics registry, and managing excess soils. Concerning PFAS, according to the Canadian Bar Association, “PFAS lawsuits have been proliferating in Canada in recent years. Private firms are pursuing class actions in...

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Growing Federal Regulations and Recent Enforcement Developments

Growing Federal Regulations and Recent Enforcement Developments

Posted by on Feb 19, 2025 in Blog | 0 comments

  The number of federal environmental regulations continues to grow, and, in some cases, these regulations have substantial penalties for non-compliance.  Some of these recent regulations include the deadline that recently passed for Mandatory PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) Reporting, the Plastics Registry Reporting that commences later in 2025, and the amendments to the Competition Act that will focus on environmental claims made in marketing and promotional...

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Environmental Enforcement Across Canada

Environmental Enforcement Across Canada

Posted by on Nov 12, 2024 in Blog | 0 comments

  Enforcement of environmental laws can result in penalties and fines ranging from a few-thousand dollars up to seven figures or more.  In 2020, Volkswagen paid a $196.5 million fine for the class action settlement in what became known as “dieselgate” or “emissionsgate.” This was on top of the agreement to provide benefits and buyback options to Canadian consumers of the non-compliant vehicles up to a maximum of nearly $2.4 billion Regardless of the amount of the fine,...

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