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Scientist links crude oil to fish deformitites, asks Canada to investigate

Similarities in fish deformities seen at different oil spill sites have Dr. David Schindler from the University of Alberta to suggest that there may be a link between crude oil and the deformities. As explained in this Edmonton Journal article, Dr. Schindler has sent a letter to federal Environment Minister Peter Kent asking that Canada lead an investigation into the possible link.