11. Next Steps

Environment Canada is proceeding with public consultation on the initiative to reduce sulphur in fuel oils in accordance with the Notice of Intent on Cleaner Vehicles, Engines and Fuels.

Environment Canada is inviting interested parties to provide their views in writing on the issues addressed in this discussion document to Environment Canada by the date indicated in the cover letter to this document. Written comments should be mailed to:

Low Sulphur Fuel Oils
c/o Bruce McEwen
Oil, Gas and Energy Branch
10th floor, 351 St. Joseph Blvd.
Hull, Quebec
K1A 0H3

Comments may also be provided by e-mail to Bruce McEwen or by fax to 819-953-8903.

After Environment Canada has reviewed all comments by interested parties, it will develop an action plan to reduce sulphur in fuel oils.

In addition, to facilitate greater understanding of the issues involved and to promote exchange of views, Environment Canada is inviting interested parties to participate in a workshop to present and discuss the federal initiative to reduce sulphur levels in fuel oil. It is Environment Canada's intention to hold the workshop in Atlantic Canada prior to the due date for comments from parties. Details on the time and location of the workshop are indicated in the cover letter to this document.

To attend the workshop, parties are requested to register by completing and returning the registration form attached to the cover letter to the address and by the date specified on the form.