IN THE NEWS-MP Gord Johns' ocean plastics motion passes unanimously

A motion to combat marine plastics pollution was passed unanimously by a vote in the House of Commons today. 

The private member motion, moved by Courtenay-Alberni MP, calls for a national framework for the reduction and eventual elimination of plastic pollution in aquatic environments. 

"The passage of this motion with a unanimous vote is a tremendous victory for our oceans and coastal communities," Johns said in a press release. "It is a firm acknowledgement that direct and immediate action is required to fill the legislative and regulatory void related to marine plastic pollution in Canada. 

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