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After Heavy LNG Lobbying, BC Simplifies Power Project Approval – The Tyee
The move will allow the North Coast Transmission Line to bypass an environmental assessment. Premier David Eby announced Tuesday evening that the province plans to amend legislation in order to place the North Coast Transmission Line entirely under the authority of the BC Energy Regulator, allowing the project to avoid an environmental assessment. The North […]
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Read MoreClimb, Conquer, Conserve: WWF’s CN Tower Climb for Nature is back after last year’s record-breaker
January 16, 2025 Take 1,776 steps for wildlife with WWF-Canada on April 5 and 6, 2025. Toronto, Jan. 16, 2025 – World Wildlife Fund Canada is asking people to step up for at-risk species by climbing the 1,776 steps of the CN Tower on April 5 and 6, 2025 when the annual Climb for Nature returns. […]
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Read MoreAlberta First Nation voices ‘grave concern’ over Kevin O’Leary’s proposed $70B AI data centre – CBC
Jan 16, 2025 Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation concerned about environmental impact of Wonder Valley An ambitious plan from celebrity investor Kevin O’Leary to build the “world’s largest” AI data centre in northern Alberta is facing opposition from a First Nation in the region. In December, O’Leary Ventures announced plans to build Wonder Valley, a $70-billion […]
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Read MoreGovernment of Canada designates Nova Scotia’s Country Island, Isle Haute, and St. Paul Island as Canada’s newest National Wildlife Areas
From: Environment and Climate Change Canada January 15, 2025 Canada’s National Wildlife Areas play a vital role in conserving habitat that contributes to the health of migratory bird populations and the recovery of species at risk. That is why the Government of Canada continues to expand its network of protected areas in Nova Scotia and […]
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Read MoreWetum Road Update 1
January 15, 2025 NORTH END Road built to South Bluff (40 km) Working on the road from 40 to 60 km Flooding North French River; expected to get snowcats crossing by Friday the 17th All small crossings built for two lane traffic Working 7 days week, looking forward to the colder weather forecasted for weekend […]
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Read MoreStoring Carbon Emissions in BC’s Central Interior? New Study States the Facts
Vancouver, BC – January 15, 2025 – A new Geoscience BC collaboration provides an essential new report, maps and data for making informed climate decisions in British Columbia’s Central Interior. The Central Interior BC Carbon Storage Assessment research project led by Petrel Robertson Consulting Ltd. has assessed existing public geoscience data to provide an initial […]
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Read MoreResearchers uncover new information about white patch in northern lights – Nunatsiaq News
Jan 15, 2025 UCalgary researchers determine the ‘structured continuum emission’ or white patch is a source of heat A discovery by researchers in Calgary is providing a better understanding of a previously unexplained white patch that occasionally emerges with the northern lights. The aurora borealis is caused by energized protons and electrons, which are sub-atomic […]
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Read MoreMayor Ostrander of Brighton Joins the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative
Chicago, IL – January 14, 2025 – The Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative is pleased to welcome Mayor Brian Ostrander and Brighton, ON to its growing coalition of more than 270 mayors and top elected local leaders working to advance the socioeconomic and environmental health of communities in the Great Lakes and St. […]
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Read MoreNew Research Shows Where Forest Restoration in Canada Can Yield Major Benefits for Climate, Nature and Communities
January 14, 2025 Study led by Nature United highlights where forest restoration can tackle biodiversity loss, while supporting healthy climate and waters A study published in One Earth journal indicates where tree-planting offers cost-effective opportunities for mitigation of climate change in Canada — while delivering other regional benefits ranging from the promotion of healthy waters to […]
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Read MoreLatest Canada Carbon Rebate delivering financial boost for Canadians
From: Environment and Climate Change Canada January 14, 2025 Canada’s carbon pricing and rebate system makes life more affordable for Canadians while cutting pollution. As part of Canada’s climate plan, which is steering the country toward our climate goals, carbon pricing is helping to cut millions of tonnes of pollution overall and support the investment of […]
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