Win Big with Ontario’s Greenbelt
If you’ve ever driven through Southern Ontario on the 401, chances are pretty good you’ve noticed a sign indicating that … Continue reading Win Big with Ontario’s Greenbelt
“A Better Organic World” Contest
Have a great organic idea? You could win $5000 to make it happen! So Nice, Canada’s largest soy beverage brand, … Continue reading “A Better Organic World” Contest
Earth Day Canada’s “How did you do that?” Contest
Image via Wikipedia The deadline for the 2010 EcoAction Challenge is fast approaching – November 15, 2010. Did you artfully … Continue reading Earth Day Canada’s “How did you do that?” Contest
IISD Report Reveals Subsidies to Canada’s Oil Industry
Winnipeg – Canadian federal and provincial governments provided $2.84-billion to support oil production in 2008, according to study released today by the International Institute for Sustainable Development. Continue reading IISD Report Reveals Subsidies to Canada’s Oil Industry
Ecojustice Applauds Decision to Reject Prosperity Mine
The federal government announced today its decision to reject Prosperity Mine, a controversial open pit gold-copper mine proposed for central British Columbia, stating that the project “cannot be granted federal authorizations to proceed due to concerns about the significant adverse environmental effects…” Continue reading Ecojustice Applauds Decision to Reject Prosperity Mine
Sins of Greenwashing: 2010 Report Released
More than 95 per cent of consumer products claiming to be green are committing at least one of the “sins” … Continue reading Sins of Greenwashing: 2010 Report Released
Road Pricing and Smart Growth: Transport Futures Forum
Given the importance of Ontario’s Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, Greenbelt Act and Metrolinx’s “Big Move”, could road pricing help the province meet density targets, accelerate transit-oriented development, convert brownfields and protect green space? Continue reading Road Pricing and Smart Growth: Transport Futures Forum
Slow Fashion Wins the Race
It turns out that the tried and true practice of thrifting (buying everything secondhand) isn’t the only eco-friendly way to find clothes. Continue reading Slow Fashion Wins the Race
Green Ideas Sought for Vancouver’s Future
Green Ideas Sought for Vancouver’s Future; Top ideas chosen for panel review with CBC Radio’s Bill Richardson and Mayor Robertson Continue reading Green Ideas Sought for Vancouver’s Future
Beyond Green: Toward a Sustainable Art
“Beyond Green” is an art exhibition exploring sustainability through innovative art pieces that highlight eco-friendly practices and social justice links. Curated by Stephanie Smith, it features works provoking dialogue on sustainability, including practical projects like recycled shelters and solar bags. The accompanying catalog, with essays and artist interviews, underscores these themes. Continue reading Beyond Green: Toward a Sustainable Art
Massive Chevron Ad Campaign Derailed by Yes Men
A day-long comedy of errors began when the Yes Men, supported by Rainforest Action Network and Amazon Watch, pre-empted Chevron’s … Continue reading Massive Chevron Ad Campaign Derailed by Yes Men
Controversial Fashion Spread Dives into Gulf Oil Spill
Almost as much ink as oil was spilled regarding the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico – which, for the record, dumped millions of gallons since first reported after the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig explosion on April 20, 2010. Continue reading Controversial Fashion Spread Dives into Gulf Oil Spill