Canadian Competition Act Amendments for Environmental Claims

Any business that makes public statements about environmental matters related to its products or practices must adapt existing and future statements to account for these new provisions.

About the Competition Act

Canada’s Competition Act already prohibits businesses from making false or misleading representations about their products or services. On June 20, 2025, the Competition Bureau will implement significant changes to the Competition Act that were enacted in June 2024.

Meet the Canada’s Competition Act amendments

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UL Solutions can support organizations as they navigate the complexity introduced by this new regulation. We can help companies develop their sustainability strategy and demonstrate sustainability in their product lines, facilities and supply chains to comply with regulations; empower transparency; increase environmental, social and governance (ESG) disclosure; and meet green building and procurement standards.