Bill C-3 explained in plain English
An Act to amend the Arctic Waters Pollution Prevention Act
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Short answer
Bill C-3 expands the Arctic Waters Pollution Prevention Act to cover Canada's exclusive economic zone north of the 60th parallel of latitude, while adjusting for the international boundary with Greenland.
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Bill C-3 expands the Arctic Waters Pollution Prevention Act to cover Canada's exclusive economic zone north of the 60th parallel of latitude, while adjusting for the international boundary with Greenland.
Bill C-3 amends the Arctic Waters Pollution Prevention Act to expand its geographic scope. The amendment extends the definition of 'arctic waters' to include the outer limit of Canada's exclusive economic zone north of the 60th parallel of north latitude. This change ensures the Act applies to areas within Canada's maritime boundaries in the Arctic region, while also accounting for the international boundary with Greenland if it is within 200 nautical miles of Canada's territorial sea baseline.
- Amends the definition of 'arctic waters' in the Arctic Waters Pollution Prevention Act
- Extends the Act's geographic application to the outer limit of Canada's exclusive economic zone north of the 60th parallel of north latitude
- Includes a special provision for the international boundary between Canada and Greenland if it is within 200 nautical miles of Canada's territorial sea baseline
- Canadian government agencies responsible for maritime pollution regulation
- Vessels operating in Canada's Arctic waters
- International entities interacting with Canada's maritime boundaries in the Arctic
- The exact date the Act comes into force is not specified in the text (it is set by the Governor in Council)
- The specific application of the Greenland boundary provision depends on geographic measurements not detailed in the bill
The Act now covers Canada's exclusive economic zone in the Arctic region, enhancing pollution prevention measures in these waters.
The international boundary with Greenland is given special consideration if it falls within 200 nautical miles of Canada's territorial sea baseline.
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