| Climate Change Legislation for Manitoba | 21 April 08 |
 On April 11, 2008, Manitoba introduced Bill 15 The Climate Change and Emissions Reductions Act. The new legislation will require the province to meet Canada's Kyoto target for 2012 and set long-term goals for 2020 and 2025.In order to meet its Kyoto commitments, Manitoba must reduce its annual emissions to 17 megatonnes (MT). Climate Action Network (CAN-RAC) Canada congratulated Manitoba for taking a leading role in the fight against climate change in Canada. "Today is an important day for Manitobans, and the climate," said Gaile Whelan Enns, Director of Manitoba Wildlands. "Our government is acting on its commitments to reduce emissions inside Manitoba by meeting the Kyoto target. Collaboration with Manitoban communities and companies, will provide models for other provinces and states." Manitoba Wildlands is a member group of CAN-RAC Canada. The framework Bill leaves questions that will only be answered as regulations are drafted and come into force. Ms. Whelan Enns emphasized the need for an open public process for the development of regulations under The Climate Change and Emissions Reductions Act. View April 11, 2008 Manitoba Government press release View April 11, 2008 Manitoba Government Backgrounder (DOC) View Bill 15 - Climate Change and Emissions Reductions Act View April 11, 2008 Climate Action Network Canada press release View April 11, 2008 CBC article View articles from Winnipeg Sun: April 12, 2008, April 16, 2008 View April 12, 2008 Globe and Mail article Sources: Government of Manitoba, Climate Action Network Canada |
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