Canada Water Act
Statute of the Government of Canada
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The Canada Water Act (French: Loi sur les ressources en eau du Canada) is a statute of the Government of Canada. It specifies the framework for cooperation between the provinces and territories of Canada and for the development and use of Canada's water resources. [1] This includes research, planning and implementation of programs relating to the conservation of Canadian waterways.[2]
CitationR.S.C., 1985, c. C-11
Royal assentSeptember 30, 1970
| Canada Water Act | |
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| Parliament of Canada | |
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| Citation | R.S.C., 1985, c. C-11 |
| Royal assent | September 30, 1970 |
| Status: Current legislation | |
Description
The Act recognizes the increased use and development of Canadian water resources and the connection between Canada's water resources and the health, well-being, and prosperity of Canadians.[2]
The Act received royal assent on September 30, 1970.