Quebec urged to strengthen climate targets despite U.S.
Quebec's environmental committee recommends strengthening climate targets as U.S. scales back commitments. Environment Minister Bernard Drainville faces key decisions.
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California Vows to Block Trump Offshore Drilling Plan
California Governor Gavin Newsom pledges legal action against Trump administration's proposal for new oil and gas leases off California coast, first in decades.
Protesters Confront Security at UN Climate Talks
Tensions erupt as security personnel face off with protesters outside COP30 UN Climate Summit venue in Belem, Brazil. Get the latest developments from the climate conference.
Canada Scales Back Greenwashing Rules
Federal government reduces greenwashing regulations scope, though specific changes remain unclear. Business community awaits details on revised environmental marketing rules.
Quebec Faces Calls for Stronger Climate Action
Environmental advocates push Quebec to implement stricter climate targets and carbon budgets as province faces pressure to accelerate emissions reduction efforts.
Senate Bill Allows GOP to Sue Over FBI Phone Records
Republican senators may sue for $500,000 after FBI obtained phone records during election probe. New legislation creates path for compensation amid government shutdown resolution.
COP30 Climate Summit Begins: Canada's Role
As COP30 climate talks launch in Brazil, Canadian negotiators face pressure to bridge global divides while addressing domestic climate policy gaps. Follow key developments.
B.C. temperature records fall amid heavy rain and warm weather
An atmospheric river brings unprecedented warm temperatures and heavy rainfall to British Columbia, shattering seasonal records while creating challenging conditions across the province.
Calgary hit with 115 km/h winds in rare weather event
Calgary experiences powerful 115 km/h wind gusts starting the week. Extreme weather causes disruptions across Alberta while Toronto breaks snowfall records.
Illegal construction debris dumping plagues Calgary community
Calgary's Kincora neighbourhood faces an environmental crisis as illegal construction dumping transforms green spaces into wastelands. Residents demand action as mattresses, drywall, and hazardous materials accumulate.
Bitumen Tanker Spill Contaminates Alberta River
A major environmental incident unfolds in Alberta as a tanker truck carrying bitumen crashes and leaks the petroleum product into the North Saskatchewan River, prompting emergency response and environmental concerns.
Massive 80,000L Fuel Spill After BC Train Derailment
A major environmental emergency is underway in British Columbia's Interior after a train derailment spilled over 80,000 litres of diesel fuel, triggering a massive multi-agency response and raising concerns about ecological impact.
Amazon Lake Hits Jacuzzi Temps - Dolphins Die
Scientists document catastrophic dolphin die-off in Lake Tefé as water temperatures reach unprecedented 39°C, signaling a dire climate emergency in the Amazon.
Ontario Scrapping Mandatory Climate Targets
The Ford government is eliminating legal requirements for setting and updating climate change targets, sparking debate about Ontario's environmental commitment.
Quebec's $38B climate cost for 2030 GHG targets
Quebec faces a monumental $38 billion investment to meet its 2030 greenhouse gas reduction targets, with the province's environment minister revealing the massive financial hurdle ahead.
Ford's conservation authority shakeup sparks outrage
The ERCA conservation authority voices strong opposition to Ontario's plan to amalgamate conservation authorities, warning of devastating impacts on local environmental protection and flood management.
Canada's climate tax credits failing: watchdog report
Shocking audit reveals federal emission reduction tax credits are missing targets and costing taxpayers billions without meaningful environmental impact.
World's Top Polluters Skip UN Climate Summit
As global leaders convene for urgent climate talks, the absence of key polluting nations raises serious questions about international commitment to environmental action.
McDavid-Bouchard Duo Rewriting Oilers Record Books
Connor McDavid and Evan Bouchard are rewriting the record books with their historic chemistry, creating one of the NHL's most lethal power-play combinations for the Edmonton Oilers.
Historic Hurricane & Super Typhoon Unleash Global Weather Chaos
Extreme weather events dominate global headlines as Hurricane Hilary makes unprecedented California landfall and Typhoon Saola barrels toward Hong Kong, creating dual weather emergencies across continents.
Calgary Rally Demands Stronger Protection for Alberta Parks
Environmental advocates gathered in Calgary to demand enhanced conservation measures for Alberta's provincial parks and recreation areas amid growing development concerns.
Quebec City Housing Market Hits Record High in October
The Quebec City metropolitan area experienced unprecedented real estate activity in October with transaction records shattered amid critically low housing supply, creating one of the tightest markets in recent memory.
Innisfil Commits to Replacing Every Tree Lost in Development
As Innisfil advances its major infrastructure overhaul, municipal leaders are reaffirming their commitment to replacing every tree removed during construction, demonstrating how development and environmental stewardship can coexist.
Deep Sea Mining Threatens Marine Food Web: Study
Groundbreaking research reveals how deep-sea mining could disrupt marine ecosystems from seabed to surface, threatening the entire ocean food chain with far-reaching consequences.
Trump's Classified Docs 'Excuse' Revealed in WSJ Report
New reporting suggests Donald Trump told lawyers he deliberately held onto classified documents, claiming he had a 'standing order' to declassify materials - a claim sources say lacks evidence.
Massive Fuel Spill After BC Train Derailment
Emergency crews respond to major environmental incident as over 12,000 litres of diesel fuel contaminates BC interior following train derailment near Tabor Mountain.
Ottawa rejects Barrhaven urban boundary expansion
In a landmark decision, Ottawa's Planning Committee has rejected the proposed urban boundary expansion into Barrhaven's agricultural lands, prioritizing smart growth and environmental protection over sprawl.
Manitoba Tourism Shatters Records in 2024
Manitoba's tourism sector celebrates unprecedented success with record-breaking visitor spending in 2024, signaling strong economic recovery and growing global appeal.
Prince William's Earthshot Prize Awards in Rio
The Prince of Wales brings his prestigious Earthshot Prize to Brazil, spotlighting groundbreaking solutions to the planet's most pressing environmental challenges in a glamorous awards ceremony.
Microplastics Found in Nova Scotia Lobsters: Study
Groundbreaking Canadian research reveals disturbing levels of microplastic pollution in commercially harvested lobsters from Nova Scotia's coastal waters, raising concerns about marine ecosystems and food safety.
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