Uncanny Toxics: Who has the power to stop them?
For many years, our daily personal care products like shampoos and skin creams, the pots and pans we use to cook our meals, and…Read More
For many years, our daily personal care products like shampoos and skin creams, the pots and pans we use to cook our meals, and…Read More
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At Environmental Defence, we work hard to safeguard Canada’s water as well as our shared climate. This World Water Week, we wanted to take a moment to discuss how our changing climate is impacting water relied upon by millions of Canadians. Here are a few examples of how climate is already affecting water and our…
Good Riddance to the Ontario Municipal Board Reforms promise to bring back democracy to city planning When the province announced it was shutting down the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) and replacing it with the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal, there was good reason for a collective sigh of relief from municipalities and citizens. It is expected…
The federal government gives polluters a free pass while it ignores the high cancer rates among some Alberta Indigenous communities. That’s how I’d sum up last week’s gravely disappointing explanation for why Canada sits by doing nothing while tar sands tailings ponds are leaking toxic chemicals into Alberta rivers such as the Athabasca River, Beaver…
Here’s some good news for the thousands of Ontarians who called on the province for years to fix its rules for water bottlers: We could be close to achieving that goal. Earlier this month, the Ontario government released the third-party review of the province’s groundwater sustainability. At the same time, the government proposed a new…
Updated November 2, 2020 The Ontario government is using a tool to speed up controversial developments by eliminating expert analysis and public input. It’s called a Minister’s Zoning Order. It was meant for special cases, but has now become routine. A Minister’s Zoning Order (MZO) is part of Ontario’s Planning Act and allows Municipal Affairs…
Summertime for many people represents a season of relaxation and fun. Unfortunately, it’s increasingly becoming synonymous with heatwaves and extreme weather events caused by climate change. As the climate continues to change and average global temperatures rise, heat domes, heat waves, and extreme temperatures days will become more frequent. For example, research by climate scientists…
You may have heard about a miracle cure for plastic waste that creates green energy in the process—the mystical waste incinerator. It almost sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? Well, unfortunately, that’s because it is. We know how many people want to rid the world of plastic waste and shift to sustainable energy….
As you venture into the great outdoors this summer, it’s important to prioritize your well-being without relying too heavily on hazardous chemicals for protection. However, if there’s anything that can take away from the joy of a glorious summer, it’s those buzzing, biting, and sometimes disease-spreading insects! Before you reach for bug spray, let’s explore…