Toxic Substances In Canada

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Canadians are exposed to goods and services, which depend on the use or release compounds, which may have negative effects to human health and to the environment. While some of the substances are broken down in the environment over some time, others linger for a long time, with expensive implications. Hence, it is important to handle risks related to toxic substances, to avoid effects, which could be costly or rather impossible to manage in the future. Since, science experts today cannot predict the risks of toxic substances on human health and environment, it is best to utilize a proactive approach by preventing pollution. Policies are therefore important tools for managing the problem of toxic substances in Canada (Scott, 2009).
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