The first step in the process requires a scientific assessment under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act.

Prince Albert becomes the first city in Saskatchewan to ban single-use plastic check-out bags.

The city is implementing a ban on most single-use foam products on Jan. 1, 2020, as a part of its larger plan to phase out single-use item waste.

The plan envisions a ban on plastic straws by April 22, 2020, with bags phased out by Jan. 1, 2021.

One toy retailer, Walmart, responded to the little girl's letter late Tuesday.

The Manitoba Liberals say they will declare a climate emergency and ban single-use plastics if the party is elected on Tuesday.

A public survey has been launched that will collect opinions on banning plastic shopping bags in the city, along with imposing a fee on paper and reusable bags.

"The carpet itself illustrates we aren't doing enough to prevent plastic pollution from getting into our waterways and contaminating our beaches."

"You should be able to come to city hall and expect not to eat a meal off of foam plates and use plastic forks and knives," said Coun. Catherine McKenney, who put forward the motion.

A disability studies professor in London is calling for nuance and inclusion in the national conversation about single-use plastics.