The following chart illustrates how the new CEPA differs from the former Act. 1988 Pollution Prevention Pollution prevention is the cornerstone of the new Act. Powers to require pollution prevention planning for toxic substances.
Pollution control is priority approach.
No authority to require pollution prevention planning. All 23,000 substances in Canada will be examined to determine if they are toxic. Deadlines for taking action to prevent pollution from toxic substances. Two years to formulate action, and 18 months to finalize action. Virtual elimination of the most dangerous toxic substances.