Our First Column – 2 frequently asked questions
For our first column, we’re answering two of the most frequently asked questions we receive. Dear Environmental Defenders, I know that climate change is…Read More
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It’s World Water Day! Here’s how Environmental Defence helps to safeguard Canada’s fresh water every day
Today is World Water Day! In honour of this occasion, we’re highlighting our water programs and sharing with you all the ways Environmental Defence…Read More
Ending Plastic Pollution – A Call to Action
Ending Plastic Pollution – A Call to Action Canada has committed to ending plastic waste by 2030i. Reaching this goal will require ambitious actions…Read More
Bison, birds and boreal: How Teck’s Frontier Mine will damage Alberta’s wildlife and ecosystems
The federal government is currently considering whether to reject or approve Teck’s proposed Frontier Oilsands Mine. This large open pit bitumen mine will have…Read More
Alberta’s carbon levy is working
Since Alberta’s economy-wide carbon levy was introduced in 2017, a lot of claims have been made about the levy, both positive and negative. So,…Read More
Together We Make Change Happen
LOOK AT WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 2017! Energy East oil pipeline cancelled New rules for water bottlers in Ontario Pan-Canadian framework on climate change…Read More
Here’s why politicians secretly meeting with oil lobbyists should make us worry
Opposition leader Andrew Scheer and his inner circle are having full-day secret meetings with Canada’s main oil and gas lobby group, the Canadian Association…Read More
Breaking Down the Pro-Plastics Spin: Why we don’t need more single-use bags and bottles during COVID-19
In this time of heightened uncertainty and anxiety, we’re especially sensitive to messages about safety and hygiene. Everyone is trying to do their part…Read More
Oil and gas is trying to weasel its way out of playing by the rules
Sorry in advance for giving the noble weasel a bad name by comparing it to the oil and gas industry… The federal government is…Read More
Welcome to the plastic pollution party, Canada. Better late than never.
The federal government plans to use its G7 presidency to advance action on plastic pollution. And they’ve invited Canadians to join the conversation. On…Read More