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Federal regulations on single-use plastics (SUD)
Since December 20, 2022, the federal government has banned items made from single-use plastic because of their harmful impact on the environment. However, with the exception of the ban on plastic shopping bags, the Ville de Brossard has no municipal regulations concerning single-use plastics.
Merchant liability
Merchants must comply with federal and municipal regulations.
Items banned by the federal government
- Shopping bags (also prohibited by Ville de Brossard)
- Utensils (knives, forks, spoons, chopsticks)
- Food containers made from polystyrene foam, PVC, oxodegradable plastic, etc. (cups, plates, boxes, straws, stirring sticks)
Here are some interesting resources for learning more about the subject
- L’Association Québécoise Zéro Déchet: Article on bioplastics
- Eco Entreprises Québec Detailed report on biodegradable and compostable packaging
- Organisme La Vague: Comparative analysis of reusable containers versus single-use options (disposable, recyclable and compostable)
- Government of Canada: Guide to selecting alternatives to single-use plastics
- Québec sciences: articles on bioplastics