The federal and Alberta governments are close to reaching a deal on industrial carbon pricing, a key policy meant to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Under […]
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Invasive spotted lanternfly detected in Ontario; U.S. authorities urge public to stomp on sight
A spotted lanternfly has been found in St. Catharines, raising concerns that the invasive insect could spread into Canada from the United States. While there […]
Environmental advocate David Suzuki marks his 90th birthday in Mississauga
Environmental advocate David Suzuki celebrated his 90th birthday during a stop in Mississauga on Tuesday while touring southern Ontario with his wife, Tara Cullis. The […]
Ontario Moves Forward with New Measures to Strengthen Conservation Authorities
TORONTO — The Ontario government says it is moving ahead with a plan to improve the province’s conservation authority system by creating nine regional conservation […]
Thunder Bay woman recognized for efforts to protect local wetlands
THUNDER BAY — Susan Bryan of the Thunder Bay Field Naturalists Club has been named a community champion by Ontario Nature for her work protecting […]
Extreme Cold Snap: What You Need to Know to Stay Safe
Experts say cold snaps raise the risk of house fires, frozen pipes, car trouble and health problems for people and pets. Here’s how to stay […]
Arctic air blankets much of Canada, plunging temperatures to extreme lows
An Arctic air mass moving across North America is bringing extreme cold to Western Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) says. The cold is […]
Recycling programs expand this week, allowing more items in blue bins
Rules about what can go in your blue bin have expanded as of today. More items can now be recycled after the province’s blue box […]
Government pauses ban on exports of single-use plastics
The federal government says it is putting its planned ban on exporting single-use plastics on hold. Officials say new tariffs and supply chain problems are […]
Canada rolls out new colour-coded warning system for severe weather alerts
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is introducing a new colour-coded weather alert system, the department announced in a press release. Instead of only naming […]