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Competing petitions argue for and against new daycare proposed in Crofton – Cowichan Valley Citizen
November 21, 2024 Petition opposing facility presented to council, other residents express support Community members packed the Nov. 6 North Cowichan council meeting to voice their views on plans for a new daycare facility in Crofton. The proposed facility would be in partnership with the Chemainus Crofton Community Schools Association (CCSA), a not-for-profit organization that […]
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Ontario Government Weakens Greenbelt Protections and Takes Land Again with Bill 212
November 20, 2024 By peddling falsehoods about bike lanes, the Ontario government seeks to distract Ontarians from provisions in Bill 212 that will fast-track an unnecessary and expensive highway while undermining the Greenbelt. Toronto | Traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat – Embedded within Bill 212 […]
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Canada’s Ambassador for Climate Change, Catherine Stewart, delivers Canada’s national statement at COP29
From: Environment and Climate Change Canada November 20, 2024 Excellencies, distinguished guests, I am pleased to deliver this statement on behalf of Canada’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Steven Guilbeault. I would like to begin by citing a word of wisdom from an old Haudenosaunee proverb. “In our every deliberation, we must consider the […]
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WWF-Canada announces historic, 5-year gift from the Barrett Family Foundation to help Regenerate Canada
TORONTO, November 20, 2024 – After nearly three decades of support, the Barrett Family Foundation is embarking on its biggest endeavour yet with World Wildlife Fund Canada (WWF-Canada): a five-year, philanthropic partnership to fight the dual crises of biodiversity loss and climate change. This extraordinary partnership will support WWF-Canada’s 10-year strategic plan to Regenerate Canada, […]
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International Joint Commission Update Regarding the Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Reference
November 19, 2024 Ottawa, Ontario/Washington, D.C. – Further to the Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Reference submitted to the International Joint Commission (IJC) in March 2024, the IJC is pleased to note the official Terms of Reference and the appointment of members by governments to the Governance Body of the Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Water Pollution Study. The 18-member Governance Body serves as the governments’ […]
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How the University of Ottawa is Greening its Campus – Happy Eco News
Mon 18 Nov 2024 A few weeks ago, I visited my alma mater, the University of Ottawa in Ontario, Canada. One of the things I appreciated the most about this school is the environmental initiatives they take to make the university greener and more eco-friendly. Their newest projects include adding green roofs and pollinators across […]
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Rouge National Urban Park: Minister Anandasangaree Announces New Funding, Exploration of Expansion Opportunity
From: Parks Canada The Government of Canada is investing close to $1 million to support watershed restoration, as well as exploring adding 119 hectares to the Park. Parks Canada and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority are working together to grow, restore, and protect Rouge National Urban Park. Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous […]
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Ontario philanthropist John McCutcheon pledges $20 million to launch Canada Freshwater Challenge Fund
November 15, 2024 The donation, to be distributed among seven charities, marks a historic commitment to protecting vital water resources Nature lover and philanthropist John McCutcheon will leave an enduring legacy for freshwater conservation in Canada, with a bequest gift of $20 million to be distributed to seven organizations. Announced on National Philanthropy Day, it […]
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New ABPA Report Highlights First Nations Leadership in Carbon Credit and Nature-Based Climate Solutions – NetNewsLedger
November 15, 2024 Robinson-Superior Treaty Territory, Thunder Bay, ON – The Anishnawbe Business Professional Association (ABPA) has released a groundbreaking report that sheds light on the crucial role of First Nations communities in tackling climate change through carbon credit initiatives and nature-based solutions. The report, titled “Facilitating Projects on Crown and Public Lands in Canada’s […]
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Media advisory – The Government of Canada will make an announcement on ecological restoration of the Rouge River and West Duffins Creek Watersheds in Rouge National Urban Park and a potential land transfer from Toronto Region Conservation Authority
From: Parks Canada November 14, 2024 The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Member of Parliament for Scarborough-Rouge Park will make an announcement regarding an investment in ecological restoration of the Rouge River and West Duffins Creek Watersheds in Rouge National Urban Park and a proposed land transfer from Toronto Region Conservation Authority. […]
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