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For Immediate Release The Canadian EarthCare Society (EarthCare) is “extremely pleased” that Kelowna City Council has renewed its Pesticide Notification Registry program for 2005. In 2004, 284 residents signed up for notification. As well, Council has reaffirmed that no doctor's note will be required to register next year, and residents may also request previous day notification. "This is a great day for the residents of Kelowna. A system is now in place that allows for the right to know when and what pesticides are being sprayed. This will allow residents to take precautions to avoid exposure to toxic pesticides,” Lloyd Manchester, Director of EarthCare stated. EarthCare has been advocating for a pesticide bylaw that would ban the use of cosmetic pesticides for several years. City council announced the results of a recent local survey, which indicated that there is 62% support for a bylaw restricting the use of pesticides on public and private property. During Monday’s council session, Kelowna City staff also requested $25,000 dollars for the ongoing operation of the registry, research into the alternatives to pesticides, and a public education program. This request likewise gained support from EarthCare. “We are excited about the combination of a education program with the pesticide registry. This will assist residents in getting their lawns and yards off drugs and make our community a healthier place to live in. The City has clearly committed to seeking alternatives and educating both themselves and the public about pesticides. Good for them,” Manchester praised. Currently 35% of Canada's population is protected from exposure to synthetic pesticides as a result of communities passing bylaws that restrict and ban the use of cosmetic pesticides. For more information call: 861-4788 --30-- |
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EarthCare congratulates Kelowna
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