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The federal government must conduct a thorough economic impact assessment before taking steps to implement a national single-use plastics ban, says the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). The move towards a full ban, announced earlier...

Media representatives are advised that the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Catherine McKenna, will make an announcement on the federal government's plan to address plastic pollution. The announcement will be followed by a media...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on World Oceans Day: "From the air we breathe and the food we eat, to the land we call home ? oceans are essential to sustaining life on our planet. "We know first?hand the...

Climate change is one of the defining environmental challenges of our time. Increasing education, awareness and action on climate change through independent third parties will support Canada's efforts to protect the environment and transition to a...

Today the Government of Ontario passed the More Homes, More Choice Act, a law that opens significant wildlife habitat to sprawl development through amendments to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 (ESA). The amendments give new powers to the Minister...

Healthy snacks all year round! Access to healthy, fresh food is a challenge for some borough residents, especially children. Although the programs and resources exist and are put in place throughout the school year, they do not continue over the...

ENvironnement JEUnesse, represented pro bono by the firm Trudel Johnston & Lespérance, will present to the Superior Court of Quebec on June 6th its application for authorization to bring a class action against the Canadian government on behalf of...

Énergir (Canada), SoCalGas (US), and French utilities GRDF and GRTgaz today shared a global discussion and their visions on viable solutions for fighting climate change. The presentation was part of the Movin'On Summit and brought together executives...

For the second year in a row, Corporate Knights has named the Royal Canadian Mint one of the Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada.  The Mint achieved this ranking for its safety record, superior diversity at the Board and executive levels, as well as...

The Honourable Mary Ng, Canada's Minister of Small Business and Export Promotion, will be announcing an investment in Canada's clean tech industry.   Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2019 Time: 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Location: JW Marriott Parq...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on World Environment Day: "Today, on World Environment Day, we join the international community to celebrate the natural world and reflect on our shared responsibility to...

The global hygiene and health company Essity has set additional packaging targets aimed at reducing its environmental footprint. One of the new targets states that 85% percent of the company's packaging is to be manufactured from renewable or...

The Honourable Mary Ng, Canada's Minister of Small Business and Export Promotion, will be announcing an investment in Canada's clean tech industry.   Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2019 Time: 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Location: JW Marriott Parq...

Canadians know that we need to find new ways to reduce our waste and use our resources more efficiently. When we don't properly recycle and reuse materials, letting them become landfill instead, it is economic value we are throwing away. The...

The Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) is proud to announce the launch of a comprehensive new standard for responsible forest management in Canada.  After five years of rigorous consultation with industry, environment, and social stakeholders and...

ENvironnement JEUnesse, represented pro bono by the firm Trudel Johnston & Lespérance, will present to the Superior Court of Quebec on June 6th its application for authorization to bring a class action against the Canadian government on behalf of...

Canadians are fighting climate change because they know a healthy environment and a strong economy go hand in hand. Climate action presents a global economic opportunity representing $26 trillion and 65 million jobs. Energy efficiency reduces energy...

Datacenter.com, the international channel focussed carrier-neutral data center-as-a-service company, is proud to announce their status as participant of the European Code of Conduct on Data Centres Energy Efficiency. European data centers that sign...

The founders of Torrey Project are deeply concerned with the magnitude and trajectory of the current challenges facing our planet and society. These seasoned business executives believe that something must be done to stop the largely irreversible...

The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (the Agency) is conducting a federal environmental assessment for the proposed Port of Quebec Deep-Water Wharf Project ? Beauport Sector, located in Quebec. Since the previous public consultation period on...

Canadians understand that a clean environment and a strong economy go hand in hand. The Government of Canada is committed to growing the economy, creating good middle-class jobs, and taking action that ensures a safe climate, healthy environment, and...

Investments in clean energy and cleantech create new opportunities and jobs for middle-class Canadians, including those in rural, remote and Indigenous communities. These investments are helping Canadians grow our economy, fight climate change and...

The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Catherine McKenna, will travel to Vancouver to attend the 10th Clean Energy Ministerial, on May 28, 2019. Canada will welcome over 25 countries to discuss a future with a cleaner environment and...

The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Catherine McKenna, will travel to Vancouver to attend the 10th Clean Energy Ministerial, on May 28, 2019. Canada will welcome over 25 countries to discuss a future with a cleaner environment and...

Canada is helping to build the low-carbon economy. That is why we are investing in the development of new and innovative technologies that will help us fight climate change, boost the economy and create good jobs for Canadians. Canada's Minister of...

The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Catherine McKenna, will travel to Vancouver to attend the 10th Clean Energy Ministerial, on May 28, 2019. Canada will welcome over 25 countries to discuss a future with a cleaner environment and...

The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (the Agency) must decide whether a federal environmental assessment is required for the proposed Tilt Cove Exploration Drilling Project, located 300 kilometres southeast of St. John's, Newfoundland and...

The Government of Canada is dedicated to protecting Canada's land and waterways from plastic waste and marine litter. We know that Canadians value their natural environment, and we have a responsibility to prevent plastic pollution now and into the...

Canadians' quality of life ? and our future growth ? are deeply tied to the environment. That is why Canada continues to tackle climate change and invest in adaptation measures that will prepare our communities and industries for a greener future.  ...

Clean growth is essential for Canada's transportation system ? to meet our emission reduction targets, grow our economy, and build resilience to a changing climate. The Government of Canada is committed to protecting air quality and ensuring...

Paul Lefebvre, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, will announce support for climate change adaptation in Ontario.   Date and Friday, May 24, 2019 Time:  10 a.m. EDT Location:...

The governments of Canada and Nova Scotia recognize that strategic investments in green infrastructure play a key role in supporting dynamic, healthy communities while creating good jobs that help grow the middle class. Today, Sean Fraser, Member of...

The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (the Agency) has allocated $281,873.35 in federal funds to four recipients to assist their participation in the environmental assessment of the proposed Fifteen Mile Stream Gold Project, located...

Paul Lefebvre, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, will announce support for climate change adaptation in Ontario.   Date and Friday, May 24, 2019 Time:  10 a.m. EDT Location:...

The results of the May 14, 2019 greenhouse gas (GHG) emission units auction held jointly with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) were made public today. During the sale, 66,321,122 current vintage emission units were sold at $23.48 CA...

Cascades Inc. , a leader in ecological recycling, packaging and hygiene solutions, is proud to have won the Ruby Award for innovation of the year in the confectionery industry thanks to its recyclable and insulating container northbox®. Each year,...

One of the greatest opportunities for Canada is the shift toward clean growth. To combat climate change, Canada needs new and innovative approaches to electricity generation and distribution. Supporting smart micro-grid projects at the community...

The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (the Agency) must decide whether a federal environmental assessment is required for the proposed Central Ridge Exploration Drilling Project, located approximately 375 kilometres east of St. John's,...

On International Day for Biological Diversity, Saint-Laurent, a sustainable municipal territory, invites the media and its partners to the unveiling of the Master Plan to create its biodiversity corridor, the first of its kind in all of Québec in an...

President Donald Mann, head of Negative Population Growth, Inc., (NPG) has announced the release of a new research paper that focuses on how the failure to rein-in population growth in the U.S. is greatly hampering progress on our nation's efforts to...

Our food system is rapidly deteriorating the planet ? on our current trajectory, we will not be able to feed the projected over nine billion inhabiting Earth by 2050. Our growing population is already facing food insecurity around the world, and...

The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in California is pleased to announce the appointment of RaeAnn Dubay as the new Assistant State Conservationist for Farm Bill programs. This is a top leadership position within NRCS California...

Canada is working with Canadians across the country to protect its land and water from plastic waste. Not only is plastic pollution harmful to the environment, but the disposal of plastics is a waste of a valuable resource. This is why the Government...

Whether you're looking for adventure, fun science activities for the whole family, a chance to explore history, or a break from the everyday, Parks Canada has 450 000 km² of protected areas with countless unique experiences to suit your needs. Today,...

The Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, along with the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Member of Parliament for...

This week more than 50 vinyl business leaders took to Capitol Hill to highlight key industry issues and ask members of Congress and their staffs for legislative support. In the course of over 70 meetings with Congressional offices, they asked for...

The Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, along with the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Member of Parliament for...

The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (the Agency) must decide whether a federal environmental assessment is required for the proposed BHP Canada Exploration Drilling Project, located 325 kilometres northeast of St. John's, Newfoundland and...

On International Day for Biological Diversity, Saint-Laurent, a sustainable municipal territory, invites the media and its partners to the unveiling of the Master Plan to create its biodiversity corridor, the first of its kind in all of Québec in an...

Canada has an exceptional natural heritage. Nature is at the heart of Canadian identity and it is important for Canadians to discover and protect it. Today, the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Catherine McKenna, announced the opening of...