The Supreme Court of Canada will hear an appeal challenging the federal government's ban on single-use plastics.

What it means

The Supreme Court of Canada has agreed to hear a constitutional challenge to the federal government's ban on single-use plastics. The ban, which covers items like plastic bags, straws, and cutlery, was enacted in 2022 and has been opposed by industry groups and some provinces arguing it infringes on provincial jurisdiction over environmental matters. The court's ruling will clarify the division of powers between federal and provincial governments in regulating plastics.

Accuracy & sourcesSourced

This claim is based on an official Supreme Court of Canada filing or announcement, making it a primary source. La Presse's report is therefore authoritative on the court's decision to hear the case.

How new

This is a genuinely new development, reflecting a recent decision by the Supreme Court to examine the ban.

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