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Tim Gray

Executive Director

Tim grew up on the shores of Lake Huron and acquired his love of nature there. He has over 25 years experience developing and implementing environmental policy change efforts. These have included major shifts in land conservation, forest practices and climate change. Starting out his career as a biologist and policy analyst, Tim has spent a lot of time learning skills that move complex environmental issues toward resolution. He has worked with other change makers on the front lines of conflict and has also taken his skills inside to work on government advisory committees and in complex negotiations with industry. Tim completed an H.BSc. at Wilfrid Laurier University and a M.Sc. at the University of Toronto.

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Nov 09, 2016

There is too much momentum behind environmental protection for one man to stop it

“The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice.” -Martin Luther…

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Nov 04, 2016

It’s time to fix the OMB

The province’s public review of the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) is underway. The OMB is…

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Oct 21, 2016

Freeing Charities: legislative reform is the only path forward

Charities in Canada play a critical role. Canadians look to environmental, health, international development and…

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Oct 07, 2016

Celebrating environmental victories: our 2016 Annual Report

I love fall. The cooler nights. The vibrant colours of the leaves. It’s a season…

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Jul 13, 2016

Addressing climate change in Alberta

Environmentalists and oil sands representatives sitting at the same table? That’s not something you hear…

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Jun 20, 2016

Why a carbon price alone would not make Ontario’s climate plan work

The Globe and Mail’s June 10th editorial argued that Ontario’s climate strategy should be boiled…

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May 19, 2016

Livable communities take a step forward as sprawl heads for the penalty box

Last week the Ontario government made a major announcement about what kind of future we…

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May 03, 2016

A fresh new look to help you spring into action

I love spring. From rushing rivers to the first blooms of cherry blossoms, spring is…

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Mar 24, 2016

The Story of Sprawl: Part 1

(This blog is adapted from remarks delivered at the Environmental Defence gala on March 3rd,…

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Mar 23, 2016

The Story of Sprawl: Part 2

(This blog is adapted from remarks delivered at at the Environmental Defence gala on March…

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