Ottawa, February 5, 2013 – I am writing to advise you that my 2012 Fall Report was tabled today at 10:00 a.m. in the House of Commons.
This Report specifically examines the following issues:
Atlantic Offshore Oil and Gas Activities
More needs to be done to prepare for a major offshore oil spill
Financial Assurances for Environmental Risks
Financial assurances may not cover environmental costs
Canada has made limited progress in protecting marine biodiversity
A Study of Federal Support to the Fossil Fuel Sector
Canada has taken positive steps to reduce federal subsidies for fossil fuels
Commissioner follows up on petitions and shale gas production
In addition, the Report contains:
The Commissioner’s Perspective
Commissioner concerned that resource boom is outpacing environmental safeguards
My report is available on the Office of the Auditor General of Canada web site.
Sincerely,
Scott Vaughan
Commissioner of the Environment and of Sustainable Development