Bill S-212 explained in plain English

On January 27, 2009, the Senate convened for its first reading of Bill S-212, an Act to amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999. This artifact is a record of that sitting. The Senate also observed a moment of silence for fallen soldiers, heard statements on the inauguration of President Obama and the 40th anniversary of the Official Languages Act, and discussed the conflict in Gaza and youth justice initiatives. Additionally, several other bills were introduced and read for the first time, various notices of motion were given, and a debate on the Speech from the Throne took place. The artifact does not contain a debate or discussion specifically about Bill S-212 beyond its introduction.

On March 10, 2009, the Senate convened and engaged in various procedural activities. The sitting began with a silent tribute to Trooper Marc Diab. Senators then proceeded with Routine Proceedings, including the presentation of committee reports and the first reading of several bills. The Question Period addressed topics such as disenfranchised Canadian citizens, pay equity, violence against Aboriginal women, and social responsibility overseas. Under Orders of the Day, the Senate continued debate on the Speech from the Throne, adjourned debate on several bills, and passed a report concerning Supplementary Estimates (C). Notably, the second reading debate for Bill S-212, An Act to amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, was adjourned.

On March 26, 2009, the Senate continued its debate on Bill S-212, an Act to amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999. The debate focused on the act's review process and the effectiveness of public participation in enforcing the act. The current provisions, intended to encourage public involvement, have been found to be ineffective due to high costs, the burden of proof, and lack of access to information. The proposed amendments aim to address these issues to improve environmental protection. The debate was adjourned to allow further discussion.

This artifact is a record of a debate in the Senate on March 26, 2009, concerning Bill S-212, an Act to amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999. Senator Tommy Banks spoke about the bill, explaining that it aims to implement two recommendations from a previous committee review of the Act. These recommendations are intended to make it easier for the public to participate in enforcing the Act by reducing costs, lessening the burden of proof, and improving access to information. The debate was adjourned to allow other senators to speak.

This record details a sitting of the Senate on May 27, 2009. The majority of the sitting was dedicated to tributes honouring Senator J. Trevor Eyton, who was retiring after nearly 19 years of service. Senators from all parties spoke about his extensive career in law, business, and public service, highlighting his contributions to various committees and organizations. The sitting also included routine proceedings such as tabling committee reports and introducing bills. In addition, there was a question period where senators discussed the federal deficit, funding for science and technology, the lobster fishery, and government support for linguistic duality. Several bills were also brought forward for debate, including amendments to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Superannuation Act, the Criminal Code, and an Environmental Enforcement Bill. Notably, Bill S-212, an Act to amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, was continued for debate at second reading.

This document is a record of a Senate sitting on October 6, 2009. It details various proceedings, including Senators' Statements on topics like the Emancipation Act and the Nobel Prize, Routine Proceedings involving the tabling of reports and first readings of bills, and Question Period where senators asked questions on diverse topics. The bulk of the record details the debate on several bills at their Second Reading stage, including Bill S-212, An Act to amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999. The sitting also included debates on motions and a significant discussion regarding a question of privilege raised by Senator Joan Fraser concerning alleged interference in a Senate committee's work.

On October 29, 2009, the Senate proceeded to the second reading of Bill S-212, An Act to amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999. During the debate, Senator Hector Daniel Lang expressed concerns regarding the bill's proposed amendments, particularly concerning fine-splitting, court cost recovery, and the limitation period for private prosecutions. Despite these concerns, the bill was read a second time and referred to the Standing Senate Committee on Energy, the Environment and Natural Resources for further study. The sitting also included tributes to the late Honourable Stanley Haidasz, discussions on various other matters, and other procedural business.

This record details a debate in the Senate on October 29, 2009, concerning Bill S-212, an Act to amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999. During the second reading debate, Senator Hector Daniel Lang expressed concerns about several proposed amendments. These included a fine-splitting scheme that could allow private prosecutors to profit, a court cost recovery scheme that might favour private prosecutors over defendants, and a proposed amendment to the limitation period that conflicts with the government's Environmental Enforcement Act. Senator Lang indicated that the government did not support the bill in its current form due to these issues, but agreed to move it to committee for further discussion. The bill was subsequently read a second time and referred to the Standing Senate Committee on Energy, the Environment and Natural Resources.