The present Regulations are made under the Environment Act. The objectives of the Regulations are to reduce the frequency and consequences of uncontrolled, unplanned or accidental releases of hazardous substances into the environment. In particular, these Regulations apply to a release of a substance or impending release of a substance into the environment, including all of the following: a) an environmental emergency; b) a reportable release; c) an unauthorized release; d) a release of a substa