Illegal Dumpers in Alberta Could Face $1 Million Penalty and Jail Time Under New Rules
The province said polluters have left garbage and construction debris along roadsides and on farmland, private property, and public lands.
TL;DR
- Alberta to introduce legislation this fall to crack down on illegal dumping.
- Proposed fines: $10,000 minimum to $100,000 maximum for individuals.
- Proposed fines: $100,000 minimum to $1 million maximum for corporations.
- Potential jail sentences: 30 days to six months (180 days) for offenders.
- Legislation aims to strengthen penalties and increase oversight of waste transfer and storage centres.
- The problem includes garbage and construction debris left on roadsides, farmland, private, and public lands.