Action Alert -- Cosmetic Pesticide Ban in NS



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Action Alert -- Cosmetic Pesticide Ban in NS Posted: January 18, 2010 Source: Action Alert -- Cosmetic Pesticide Ban in NS We’re on the verge of success in getting a strong pesticide ban in Nova Scotia. The government has released a position paper on cosmetic pesticides which is basically very good. It would ban the sale and use of non-essential pesticides on private, public and commercial properties throughout the province. The government has asked for feedback on their position. We are writing to ask you to take one simple action. Tell the government "I agree that NS should ban the sale and use of cosmetic pesticides. Cosmetic pesticides pose an unnecessary risk to our health and our environment." You can send this message via email to Policy@gov.ns.ca by phone by calling 1-888-320-0555 or by answering the questions on the pesticide consultation feedback form at https://www.gov.ns.ca/nse/pests/comments.asp We know that the landscape and pesticide industry will do everything they can to stop a pesticide ban. That's why we need every person who wants to see a pesticide ban to take action now. We need people from all parts of the province to make their voices heard right now to make sure the government does not back down. Please, take a minute right now, to send your comments in support of a ban on sale and use of cosmetic pesticides Email Policy@gov.ns.ca Respond on line at https://www.gov.ns.ca/nse/pests/comments.asp or Phone: 1-888-320-0555 or Fax: (902) 424-0644 The government's position paper is available on line at http://www.gov.ns.ca/nse/pests/discussing.pesticides.asp. Deadline for comments is March 7, 2010. Our thanks for your help, Pesticide Free Nova Scotia Please pass this on to everyone you know who wants to see a healthier environment in NS.