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Hope and peril for Killer Whales and other Canadian species
OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 6, 2023 – The sight of a breaching orca can be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. With a similar lifespan to humans and complex social behaviour, orcas are iconic coastal animals. At their semi-annual meeting, the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC) concluded that all five populations of the charismatic […]
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ECO Canada’s Zero Emissions Vehicle Initiatives Pave the Way for Sustainable Transportation
CALGARY, Alberta, Dec. 06, 2023 — In a groundbreaking move towards a greener future, ECO Canada proudly announces its ambitious project aimed at creating awareness and driving the adoption of Zero Emission Medium and Heavy-Duty Vehicles (MHDVs) across diverse communities. ECO Canada is set to start an important initiative and embrace communities from all walks […]
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Cooper Cove Marine Terminal Expansion Project – Public Comments Invited on the Summary of the Initial Project Description
December 6, 2023 — Port of Argentia is proposing the Cooper Cove Marine Terminal Expansion Project, which would expand the existing Argentia Marine Terminal located in Placentia Bay on the southeast coast of the island of Newfoundland. The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (the Agency) invites Indigenous Peoples and the public to review the summary […]
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Environmental Assessment Bulletin
December 6, 2023 The Honourable Bernard Davis, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, has announced the following relative to Part 10 Environmental Assessment of the Environmental Protection Act. UNDERTAKINGS REGISTERED: Daniel’s Harbour Marine Terminal (Reg. 2278) Proponent: Shawn Perry The Proponent is proposing to develop 15 hectares of land in Daniel’s Harbour. The land would […]
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Late freeze, low water levels leave Dene Métis community waiting to cross river – APTN News
December 05, 2023 Residents in the Dene Métis community of Łı́ı́dlı̨ı̨ Kų́ę́ Fort Simpson are anxiously awaiting to cross the Liard River. Due to a late freeze and low water levels, the ice crossing to and from the regional hub have been delayed. Read More: https://www.aptnnews.ca/videos/late-freeze-low-water-levels-leave-dene-metis-community-waiting-to-cross-river/
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Indigenous Nations and Environmental Advocates Denounce Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s Greenwashing at COP28
December 5, 2023 Indigenous nations impacted by pollution in the tar sands counter the Government of Alberta’s COP28 narrative of being a “clean energy leader” Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Today, members from Indigenous communities downstream of the tar sands and environmental advocates held a demonstration in response to Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s presence at […]
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New Report Highlights Failure of States to Uphold Indigenous Rights in National Climate Policy
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 5, 2023 Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Indigenous Climate Action, a Canadian-based Indigenous-led climate justice organization on the ground at COP28, released a report this morning highlighting Indigenous peoples’ participation in international climate change forums and the failure of state actors to uphold international law within their climate policies. “We are […]
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First Nations Climate Initiative to Bring Indigenous-Led Solutions to COP28
The Respective Territories of the Haisla Nation, Nisga’a Nation, Metlakatla First Nation and Halfway River First Nation, November 22, 2023 – Today, the First Nations Climate Initiative announced that—for the second year in a row—it is joining the Government of Canada’s official delegation at COP, the annual United Nations climate change conference hosted this year in Dubai from […]
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Indigenous people play critical role as ‘early warning system’ on climate change, says Manitoban at COP28 – CBC
Dec 06, 2023 UN climate summit held day of talks on role of Indigenous peoples in the fight against climate change Indigenous Manitobans attending the United Nations’ climate summit in Dubai say it’s about time their voices were heard. The COP28 climate mega-conference held a full day of talks this week on the role of Indigenous peoples from […]
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Coastal First Nations get $60M boost from B.C. to protect Great Bear Sea – National Observer
December 6th 2023 A $60-million surge in provincial funding will protect the “extraordinary beauty” of B.C.’s Great Bear Sea, said Premier David Eby on Tuesday. The Indigenous-led funding allows coastal First Nations to push forward with a vast marine conservation network in their traditional territories to protect marine ecosystems, create new jobs and economic opportunities, […]
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