TORONTO, Jun 20, 2006 -- Canada NewsWire

The McGuinty government is investing in a wide variety of initiatives and partnerships to provide a firm scientific foundation for actions to reduce air pollution and mitigate climate change, Environment Minister Laurel Broten announced today.

"All Ontarians want cleaner air and a better, safer environment for this generation and the next," Broten said. "That is why we are helping a diverse range of Canadian organizations to boost Ontarians' knowledge and understanding of the importance of air quality and the threat of climate change."

Government funding of $480,000 supports key programs that promote and advance scientific research, and education and outreach. These projects will help improve our understanding of the sources and impacts of air pollution and greenhouse gases, and explore ways to reduce emissions.

"Our government is committed to investing in organizations that strive to improve our environment and our health," said Premier and Minster of Research and Innovation Dalton McGuinty. "Research and innovation are critical to creating new initiatives that will improve the quality of life for Ontario families."

This initiative is one more way the McGuinty government is helping Ontario communities and protecting Ontarian's health and the environment. Other initiatives include:

SOURCE: Ontario Ministry of the Environment

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