Now we're learning that air pollution affects our health at lower levels than we had previously believed. We face those impacts despite many successful efforts to address specific air quality issues. The sheer growth of air pollution sources in Canada has effectively outstripped our gains. Let me offer one example. That's just the GTA mind you.
Air pollution is a major issue in many parts of Canada.
It is an important concern in much of Quebec, Atlantic Canada and BC's Lower Mainland. It is a concern to Canadians regardless of where they live, even in our far North. I believe we need to get at the root sources of dirty air, not just single issues here and there. We need to understand that air pollution problems are inter-related. We need to set the bar high to encourage innovative and integrated solutions.