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Union Bay Wins: Crown Lease Canceled for Environmental Safety

7/8/2025

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Union Bay residents rejoiced as the province canceled Deep Water Recovery's crown lease, prioritizing environmental safety. The Ministry of Water, Lands and Resource Stewardship revealed DWR's failure to comply with regulations. Advocates are rallying for responsible shipbreaking practices, pushing for improved guidelines in Canada while litigation against DWR remains ongoing.

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Story summary

Union Bay residents rejoiced as the province canceled Deep Water Recovery's crown lease, prioritizing environmental safety. The Ministry of Water, Lands and Resource Stewardship revealed DWR's failure to comply with regulations. Advocates are rallying for responsible shipbreaking practices, pushing for improved guidelines in Canada while litigation against DWR remains ongoing.