We cannot let the Canadian government turn its back on the evidence of environmental contamination on humans. Toxic chemicals emitted by industry and released through contact with, or use of, consumer products are measurable in Canadians. To protect people today and safeguard the health of future generations, the Canadian government must set a course to ensure that all citizens, no matter where they live, how old they are or what they do for a living, will not be exposed to toxic substances. Part of this, and it would fit very nicely in the Tory platform, would be to make and hold industry accountable for its chemicals, and regulate toxic chemicals in consumer products.
However, I suspect that the Canadian government is heading towards corporate totalitarianism, and that trend may be irreversible due to public ignorance and apathy. After idly watching Harper renege on our Kyoto commitment and not offer any replacement programs, (dusting off Republican excuses that it would hurt our economy), I doubt we will see any progress at all on this issue. (Side note: economy is derived from ekos, meaning household. Exploiting natural resources without regard for the environment is akin to selling the goose that lays the golden eggs.)
Meanwhile, Canadians should reduce their personal exposure to toxic chemicals wherever possible. Sources of toxic exposure are varied and numerous, and small changes in lifestyle and purchasing habits can make a difference in the level of pollutants each person carries.
If this concerns you, please visit http://www.toxicnation.ca and read the full report. If you aren't concerned, please read the full report and pay attention, because you should be.
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