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The deposition rate of strong acid in eastern Canada is similar to or greater than that documented in Norway and Sweden. Since the mid- 1970s, Canadian provincial and federal agencies have been studying the effects of acidic deposition on atmospheric, terrestrial, and aquatic systems. Research results have consistently supported the Canadian position that reductions in sulphur dioxide emissions are needed across eastern North America to protect sensitive environments.
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Keith, J.C., Dillon, P.J. (1990). Acidic Precipitation Research in Canada. In: Bresser, A.H.M., Salomons, W. (eds) Acidic Precipitation. Advances in Environmental Science, vol 5. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4613-8941-5_1
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