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.