One year ago, the Coastal First Nations alliance announced a ban on killing bears for sport in the unceded territories of nine signatory nations. Continue reading Coastal Guardian Watchmen upholding First Nations ban on trophy hunting
Over the summer, Dogwood Initiative collected 12,800 new signatures on a petition opposing the expansion of coal export capacity in BC. Continue reading Opposition to Vancouver coal export expansion gains momentum
With BC Hydro’s Community Champions program, you could win $10,000 for your initiative by simply explaining what you do in a YouTube video. Continue reading BC Hydro offers awards for “Community Champions”
Canada’s largest direct-action conservation initiative calls on Canadians to participate in this fall’s cleanup, on September 21-29. Continue reading Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup celebrates 20 years
Emerald Ash Borer, an invasive insect from Asia that is devastating ash tree populations across Ontario, has moved eastward across the province. Continue reading Protecting Ontario’s urban forests from Emerald Ash Borer
Hundreds of northern BC residents rallied in Terrace on Sunday June 16, demonstrating that public opposition to the proposed Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline and tankers project is still very strong. Continue reading Northern BC residents rally against Enbridge
Environmentalists and conservation groups are criticizing Ontario for a recent decision to gut law protecting threatened wildlife. Continue reading Ontario abandoning endangered species, say environmental groups
Most cities in Canada and the U.S. are lacking in infrastructure to move millions of people safely and affordably. With some notable exceptions, such as Vancouver and Calgary, no successful rapid transit infrastructure projects have been built in Canadian cities for decades. Continue reading Great public transit makes for a great city
817: 3 June 2013 – Published by Green Communities Canada. OFFICIAL LAUNCH. Green Communities Canada launched WALK Friendly Ontario, a … Continue reading Walk Friendly Ontario, Rain Workshops, and Crowdfunding – GC News #817
Visit the 15th annual Mill Pond Splash, a FREE eco-festival held at Mill Pond Park, near downtown Richmond Hill. Mill Pond Splash is a lively, family oriented event showcasing environmental conservation and our natural heritage. Continue reading Mill Pond Splash 2013 – June 2nd
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities (Toronto) – All around North America, cities are shifting from ‘grey to green’ approaches to developing … Continue reading May 21-22, 2013 – Grey to Green Conference
Explore how ‘eco-gamification’ can be a powerful tool for encouraging and increasing participation in sustainable behaviours. Join us in an engaging session with Paula Owen, recipient of the 2012 London (UK) Leaders for Sustainability award for inspiring Londoners to lead more sustainable lives. Continue reading ECO-Gamification: Can we “play” our way to a more sustainable future?
