Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999

Marginal note:Remedial measures

99 If, in respect of a substance, a product that contains a substance or a product that may release a substance into the environment, there is a contravention of this Part or any regulation made under this Part, the Minister may, in writing,

• (a) direct any manufacturer, processor, importer, retailer or distributor of the substance or product to take any or all of the following measures:

  • (i) give public notice in a manner directed by the Minister of any danger to the environment or to human life or health posed by the substance or product,

  • (ii) mail a notice as described in subparagraph (i) to every manufacturer, processor, distributor or retailer of the substance or product, or

  • (iii) mail a notice as described in subparagraph (i) to every person to whom the substance or product is known to have been delivered or sold; and

• (b) direct any manufacturer, processor, distributor, importer or retailer of the substance or product to take any or all of the following measures:

  • (i) replace the substance or product with one that does not pose a danger to the environment or to human life or health,

  • (ii) accept the return of the substance or product from the purchaser and refund the purchase price, or

  • (iii) any other measures for the protection of the environment or of human life or health.