The federal government has passed a new law that changes how pesticides are approved in Canada. The legislation gives Prime Minister Mark Carney’s cabinet the […]
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Protesters gather in Vancouver to oppose proposed AI data centre developments
Hundreds of people marched through Vancouver on Saturday to protest plans for two new AI data centres in the city. Demonstrators said they are worried […]
Scientists are warning Canadians to prepare for an increase in ticks spreading north from the United States this year.
Scientists are warning Canadians to prepare for a slow but steady spread of ticks coming from the United States. Experts say different types of ticks […]
Ottawa, Alberta close to agreement on carbon price increase to $130 per tonne by 2040
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 […]
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 […]