Environment and Climate Change Canada, Ontario, Canada

Introduction

Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is a federal government department responsible for protecting the environment and addressing the issue of climate change.

The department has a wide range of responsibilities, including conducting research, developing policies, and enforcing regulations. ECCC also works with other levels of government, the private sector, and non-profit organizations to address environmental challenges.

Responsibilities

ECCC's responsibilities include:

• Protecting Canada's natural environment, including its air, water, and land.
• Addressing the issue of climate change and its impacts on Canada.
• Conducting research on environmental issues.
• Developing policies and regulations to protect the environment.
• Enforcing environmental laws and regulations.
• Working with other levels of government, the private sector, and non-profit organizations to address environmental challenges.

Organization

ECCC is headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario. The department has six regional offices across Canada. ECCC is also responsible for managing a number of national parks and wildlife areas.

Budget

ECCC's budget for 2023-24 is $2.3 billion. The department's budget has been increasing in recent years as the government has made addressing climate change a priority.

Minister

The Minister of Environment and Climate Change is the head of ECCC. The current minister is Steven Guilbeault.

Contact Information

Environment and Climate Change Canada Ottawa, ON K1A 0H3 Phone: 1-800-668-6767 Email: ec.enviroinfo.ec@canada.ca Website: https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change.html