Amid growing concerns over plastic waste, Oceana Canada is urging the government to take action against the growing plastic pollution crisis. Oceana Canada says the federal government must “continue efforts to reduce the amount of harmful single-use plastics flooding our oceans and devastating marine life.” Earlier this month, the organization called for strict recycled content laws that increase the availability of refillable and reusable packaging choices and stop the burning of plastic waste. Burning plastic is known to release harmful emissions into air, water and soil.