Mr. Speaker, today I would like to commend the region of Halton, as well as Burlington, Oakville and Halton Hills on their clean air initiatives.
Halton started buying biodiesel in October 2003 and now it accounts for almost 40% of their total fuel purchases. Biodiesel helps reduce smog causing emissions and air toxins from being released into the air. They also have an anti-idling engine policy.
Burlington has programs in place to encourage the use of public transit and a public awareness campaign.
Oakville reduces emission emitting activities on smog days and has reduced pesticide use.
Halton Hills has a longstanding tree planting program.
I congratulate these local governments for clearing the air, literally.