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Bill S-222

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
October 26, 2023
An Act to amend the Department of Public Works and Government Services Act (use of wood)
  • This bill, called S-222, aims to amend the Department of Public Works and Government Services Act. It permits the Minister to consider the use of wood or any other material that has environmental benefits when developing requirements for public works projects. This includes considering the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and other environmental benefits. The goal is to allow for more sustainable and environmentally friendly practices in government construction, maintenance, and repair projects.
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SteelmanSpren in Favour

  • A steelman argument in favor of this bill could be as follows: The amendment to the Department of Public Works and Government Services Act to permit the use of wood or any other thing that achieves environmental benefits in the development of requirements for public works is a positive step towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly approach to construction, maintenance, and repair. Firstly, wood is a renewable resource that has a lower carbon footprint compared to other construction materials such as concrete or steel. By allowing the use of wood in public works projects, the government can contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combatting climate change. Secondly, the use of wood can have additional environmental benefits beyond carbon reduction. Wood is a natural insulator, which can lead to improved energy efficiency in buildings. Utilizing wood in construction can also promote better indoor air quality,

SteelmanSpren Against

  • One steelman argument opposing Bill S-222 could be that allowing the use of wood or any other thing that achieves environmental benefits in public works may not always be the most practical or cost-effective solution. While wood is a renewable resource and can contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, there may be instances where other materials or methods are more suitable for achieving the desired environmental outcomes. For example, certain projects may require materials with specific properties that are not easily met by wood, such as durability, fire resistance, or load-bearing capacity. In such cases, using alternative materials that meet these requirements may be more appropriate. Additionally, relying solely on wood as a construction material may place an increased demand on the forestry industry, potentially leading to unsustainable logging practices or deforestation if not properly managed. Furthermore, the use of wo
Royal Assent
  • Oct. 26, 2023, 2 p.m.
  • Read
Senate Third Reading
  • Oct. 26, 2023, 2 p.m.
  • Passed
House Third Reading
  • Sept. 27, 2023, 2 p.m.
  • Passed

House Committee

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
March 20, 2023
Standing Committee on Natural Resources (RNNR)
Re. Bill S-222, An Act to amend the Department of Public Works and Government Services Act (use of wood)
  • Report 8 presented to the House
  • Hear!
  • Rabble!
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House Committee

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
March 10, 2023
Standing Committee on Natural Resources (RNNR)
Re. Bill S-222 Committee Business
  • Fri Mar 10, 2023 08:50 - 10:42AM
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  • Watch
  • Hear!
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House Committee

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
March 07, 2023
Standing Committee on Natural Resources (RNNR)
Re. Bill S-222 Committee Business
  • Tue Mar 07, 2023 03:38 - 05:28PM
  • Read
  • Watch
  • Hear!
  • Rabble!
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  • Hear!
  • Rabble!
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House Motion No. 261

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
Feb. 15, 2023, 3:20 p.m.
2nd reading of Bill S-222, An Act to amend the Department of Public Works and Government Services Act (use of wood)
House First Reading
  • Oct. 7, 2022, 12:12 p.m.
  • Passed