Small Spark-Ignition Engines: Comments?
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- Created: Friday, 17 June 2016 08:25
The Issue:
The Government of Canada is holding consultations on proposed amendments to their “Small Spark-Ignition Engine Emissions” regulations.
Background:
The Government of Canada is proposing amendments to regulations that will create stricter emission standards for air pollutants from small spark-ignition type engines. The purpose of the amendments is to further reduce smog-forming emissions from such engines. The amendments will also align Canadian standards with those of the United States’ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Examples of goods that contain small spark-ignition engines:
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Lawn mowers
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Hedge Trimmers
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Brush cutters
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Garden Tractors
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Snow blowers
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Generator sets (mobile type)
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Welders
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Pressure washers
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Chain saws
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Log splitters
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Chippers / shredders
How does this affect you?
If you are an importer of, or Canadian manufacturer of goods with spark-ignition engines, you have the opportunity to provide comments to the Government on the proposed regulations.
Contact details and due date:
Interested persons may file comments or a notice of objection with the Minister by August 25, 2016 to:
Stéphane Couroux
Director, Transportation Division
Environment and Climate Change Canada
351 St-Joseph Blvd
Gatineau, Quebec K1A 0H3
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More Information: Click here
Proposed Regulations: Click here
Environment Canada:
Questions on the proposed Amendments email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Questions on the current Regulations email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The Issue: