One of the world’s largest tailing dams is proposed to be constructed in the upper Nashwaak River Valley as part of the proposed Sisson mine operation. With catastrophic mine waste spills on the rise and the fact that the Sisson mine’s permitting process did not adequately examine the possibility of a tailings breach, there is […]
What do you want for New Brunswick’s 5,500 kilometres of precious coastline on this World Oceans Day? I think New Brunswickers want healthy shores and waters, and prosperous coastal communities, where development proceeds within a plan that protects public and environmental health. The good news for World Oceans Day is that we’re part way there
A treasure too valuable to waste — our shorelines Read More »
On this World Oceans Day, millions of people from across our blue planet will join together to celebrate our oceans, including New Brunswickers’ beloved Atlantic Ocean. World Oceans Day has been celebrated every year on June 8 after thousands of organizations signed a global petition in 2008 to secure the official recognition from the United Nations.
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Everyday we make choices about food that directly impact our health, our environment, and our communities. Last week, the federal government announced it is launching an online public survey to inform the development of a national food policy. Through the survey, Canadians are encouraged to share their input and views on four major themes: Increasing
From farm to fork: a food policy for Canada Read More »
In this week’s edition of EcoNews we invite you to learn more about how Marine Protected Areas can promote sustainable coastal economies and thriving habitats for wildlife, bring you our initial reaction to U.S. President Donald Trump’s Paris Accord announcement today, an update on the largest solar array in New Brunswick, an opportunity for you
EcoNews — Trump or Turnip? Read More »
Summer is such a wonderful time in New Brunswick– warm weather and longer days mean more afternoons drifting down the St. John River with friends, paddling up the Musquash with your kids, weekends at your favorite beach, backyard BBQs and much more. It’s easy to see why Canadians sometimes forget to support their favorite causes
Set It and Forget It this Summer Read More »
With 60 photovoltaic panels on the roof, Andrew McLeod’s association holds the title for largest solar array in New Brunswick. And it’s a distinction he can’t wait to lose. “It’s gonna happen, we’re going to lose that title, there is no doubt about it,” says McLeod, CEO of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists
“That’s our goal — for someone else to come up bigger and better” Read More »
Readers familiar with the former Harper Government’s series of omnibus bills — the ones that gutted so many important environmental protections back in 2012 — are no doubt pleased that the federal government is now reviewing a number of the environmental and regulatory processes that were affected. Luckily, our friends at the Environmental Law Centre
From the Fisheries Act to the NEB: a rundown of recent reviews Read More »
The federal government is proposing regulations to reduce emissions from Canada’s biggest polluters. Catherine McKenna, the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced regulations to reduce methane emissions and air pollution from the oil and gas sector on May 24. This could be welcome news for residents of Saint John, home to Canada’s biggest oil refinery, Irving
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Celebrate Canadian Environmental Week (June 5-11) by joining us for our upcoming workshops on creating pollinator-friendly gardens and habitats. Learn about our local pollinators and how you can provide them with the food they need and create important habitat for them. We will be hosting two workshops in June. Each workshop will include information about
Mark your calendars! Upcoming workshops! Read More »
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