20) When pollution reduction agreements are made, they commit industry to environmental protection actions that exceed prevailing regulatory requirements.

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True

False

One means of enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of overlapping authorities is upward harmonization. This means:

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a. Implementing statutory schemes that involve granting and withdrawal of permits

b. Creating policies for governments to follow

c. Jurisdictions across Canada adopting a common high standard for environmental assessment law and processes

d. Encouraging the participation of many diverse parties

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Requirements imposed by banks and insurers that do not wish to inherit environmental liabilities has been a driving force in shaping corporate environmental performance.

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True

False

Regulation of coal falls solely under provincial jurisdiction because it is a natural resource.

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True

False

The federal government has primary jurisdiction over the seacoast and the provincial government has primary jurisdiction over inland fisheries.

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True

False