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Should the federal government invest $300 million in the Atomic Energy of Canada’s operation and development of the Advanced CANDU nuclear reactor, as an environmental initiative?
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Should Canada embrace a national cap-and-trade system for air emissions?
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Should the federal government introduce a carbon tax -- a tax on fossil fuels and other energy sources that emit carbon dioxide -- to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions?
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At the Bali conference on climate change, federal Environment Minister John Baird said Canada would support a 40% reduction in global greenhouse gas emissions by 2020 from a 2000 base year. Do you feel this offers a viable alternative to national reduction targets or emissions intensity targets for dealing with climate change?
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The Harper government has chosen to formally regulate the fuel efficiency of new motor vehicles by proclaiming the Motor Vehicle Fuel Consumption Standards Act, rather than continuing voluntary emission reduction agreements between the auto industry and the federal government dating back 25 years. Do you agree or disagree with this initiative?
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In prodding the minority Conservative government to act on environmental issues, what priorities should federal Liberal leader Stéphane Dion focus on?
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With an election slated for early next month in Ontario, promises are more plentiful than falling leaves. Which of the province's three main political parties do you believe will actually do more to benefit the environment?
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Although measures to "fight" or mitigate climate change have occupied centre stage, experts have called for more attention to adapting to climate change impacts. To what extent is adaptation a part of your organization's climate change plan?
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Should medium- to large-size companies appoint a senior executive as Chief Energy Officer (CNO), responsible for developing a clear energy strategy for the firm and ensuring its implementation in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?
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Under new municipal legislation, grocery stores in San Francisco (population approximately 780,000) will no longer be allowed to distribute non-recyclable plastic checkout bags; they will have to provide bags made from paper, compostable plastic or reusable material (e.g. fabric or heavy-duty plastic). Could such an initiative work in similar-sized Canadian cities?
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In view of the growing possibility of a federal election, which of the parties do you believe would actually keep any of its environmental promises and commitments?
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Ontario is preparing to launch a deposit/return system for wine and spirit containers. Who should be responsible for implementing this program?
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How effective do you believe a Conservative minority federal government will be, compared to the previous minority government, in addressing critical environmental issues such as climate change?
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One of the major outcomes of the UN Climate Change Conference in Montreal was the official launch of the Kyoto Protocol's main mechanisms: trading of emission reduction credits, the Clean Development Mechanism and Joint Implementation. How effective do you believe these will be in helping Canada progress toward its Kyoto commitment?
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In light of the confusion and delay among U.S. agencies in dealing with Hurricane Katrina, how would you rate the ability of Canada's emergency response agencies (federal, provincial, local) to carry out both precautionary measures and response actions?
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What is your opinion of Moving Forward on Climate Change, Canada's new plan for meeting our Kyoto commitment?
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Where will your organization be directing most of its environment-related spending during 2005?
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How much does your organization plan to spend on environment-related equipment and/or services in 2005?
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How do you think the re-election of U.S. President George W. Bush will affect Canada-U.S. relations on environmental issues such as greenhouse gas emissions and cross-border transportation of wastes?
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Is your organization interested in, or considering, encouraging your employees to participate in the "One-Tonne Challenge," the federal government's campaign to show Canadians how they can take steps to reduce their personal GHG emissions?
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What should be the top priority issue to be addressed by the Environment Minister in Prime Minister Martin's new Cabinet?
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Which of the leading federal parties do you believe would, if elected, do the most to encourage sustainable development and environmental protection in Canada?
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Are current environmental laws and regulations in your jurisdiction adequate to protect the environment?
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Should citizens make more use of the courts to pursue polluters?
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Does your company / organization have an environmental management system in place and functioning?
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