AI Data Centres Face Water Scrutiny in Metro Vancouver
As Metro Vancouver faces water shortages, new AI data centres raise environmental concerns. Critics question their water and energy usage amid drought conditions.
As Metro Vancouver faces water shortages, new AI data centres raise environmental concerns. Critics question their water and energy usage amid drought conditions.
A settlement has been reached in the legal dispute over British Columbia's costly wastewater treatment facility, ending a prolonged court battle.
Sources confirm Prime Minister Carney and Premier Smith will announce an industrial carbon pricing agreement on Friday, marking a breakthrough in federal-provincial climate policy.
Metro Vancouver and Acciona settle lawsuits over North Shore wastewater plant; Acciona pays $235 million, independent review to follow.
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Nova Scotia has signed a $6.5 million contract to acquire four Air Tractor AT-802 water bombers, aiming to strengthen wildfire response capabilities ahead of the upcoming season.
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Windsor Police offer vital road safety advice to reduce accidents. Learn essential tips for navigating streets safely, including bicycle patrol insights and traffic rules.
Vancouver's new AI data centres in the city core reuse waste heat for buildings, reducing environmental impact and costs, says Creative Energy.
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Alberta and Ottawa are finalizing a deal to raise the industrial carbon price to $130/tonne by 2040, sparking debate over competitiveness and emissions reductions.
A blockade in the Strait of Hormuz threatens fertilizer supplies, sparking fears of food shortages and soaring prices, especially in developing countries.
Atlantic chiefs call for Indigenous collaboration on offshore wind farm development, emphasizing partnership and economic benefits for coastal communities.
A warming climate and growing population on Vancouver Island create a delicate balance for water reserves. Low snowpack this year raises concerns for communities heading into summer.
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Lay's introduces four limited-edition potato chip flavours for the FIFA World Cup, including Canada's bacon poutine, France's cheese soufflé, Argentina's steak & chimichurri, and the UK's cheese & onion.
A brutal winter in southern and midwestern Ontario led to millions over budget spent on clearing roads, with snow returning in March 2026.
A motorcyclist faces charges after a collision with a pedestrian in Elora. The incident occurred on May 12, 2026, and the investigation is ongoing.
A former minister warns that proposed changes to energy project reviews could lead to further delays, impacting infrastructure development and economic growth.
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The Interior Department cancels a Biden-era rule placing conservation on equal footing with development, easing restrictions on drilling, logging, mining, and grazing on federal lands.
Premier Danielle Smith hints at an imminent memorandum of understanding with Prime Minister Mark Carney for a west coast pipeline, expressing optimism about Alberta-Ottawa cooperation.
Bruce Power reflects on the 25th anniversary of preventing the Bruce Nuclear Generating Station's closure, highlighting key moments and community impact.
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ERCA CEO warns that Windsor could face additional shoreline costs due to conservation authority consolidation. The warning comes amid concerns over funding and local control.
A letter writer proposes building a dam on the South Saskatchewan River to address Alberta's water shortage, create recreation, and boost irrigation.
Venezuela alerts about severe environmental damage from a reported oil spill in Trinidad and Tobago waters, urging international action.
Fire restrictions and advisories are expanding across northern and central Alberta due to dry spring conditions, with Morinville issuing a local advisory. Multiple counties are affected.
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