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Environmental groups launch constitutional challenge over Ontario’s special economic zonesSeveral environmental groups have launched a constitutional challenge seeking to kill an Ontario law that allows cabinet to suspend other laws.PoliticsApr 9
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Mark Carney signs deal with Nova Scotia to simplify some environmental reviewsOttawa has signed a deal with Nova Scotia to simplify federal and provincial environmental approvals on major infrastructure and resource projects.PoliticsMar 27
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Canadian banks, pension funds gave billions to ICE contractors, data showsAn environmental advocacy group analyzed financial data from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the private financial data firm LSEG.CanadaMar 30
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Opposition to proposed AI data centre growing in ReginaA petition created by a 14-year-old Regina resident opposing plans for an AI data centre has close to 11,000 signatures. Local concerns include environmental impacts and AI ethics.TechMar 23
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Vancouver closing out first no-snow winter in 43 years. There may be more on the wayVancouver is poised to close out its first official snow-free winter in 43 years, in what environmental researchers say may become a new norm for southwestern British Columbia.CanadaMar 19
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Experts warn road salt piles could harm waterways, drinking waterExperts warn that road salt from melting snow piles can contaminate waterways, harm fish and seep into groundwater, as cities explore ways to reduce its environmental impact.EnvironmentMar 13
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Endangered whales: U.S. proposal to change safety measure draws criticism from CanadaEnvironmental groups are sounding the alarm about a U.S. government proposal to change a federal regulation introduced in 2008 to protect a critically endangered species of whale.EnvironmentMar 5
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Ontario city to issue $100 fines for abandoned shopping cartsBrampton will charge retailers $100 for shopping carts abandoned on city property, as officials cite safety concerns, environmental risks and growing complaints from residents.CanadaMar 4
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Proposed Ring of Fire mine in northern Ontario clears another regulatory hurdleThe federal government has decided not to designate Wyloo's Eagle's Nest project for an impact assessment, which examines the environmental, social and economic impacts.PoliticsFeb 24
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Ontario First Nations complete fast-tracked assessments for Ring of Fire roadThe Ford government confirmed Friday that Marten Falls First Nation had submitted its environmental assessment for an access road in its community.PoliticsFeb 20
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Manitoba needs to spend more to meet environmental targets, coalition saysA coalition of environmental, labour and other groups says the Manitoba government has to spend more money on climate protection in the spring budget.PoliticsJan 29
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First Nations launch challenge of Site C damA group of First Nations has filed a lawsuit over a massive hydroelectric dam proposed in northeastern British Columbia, arguing the project would have a devastating impact on their traditional land.Dec 31, 1969
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Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston says fracking opponents are drowning out other voicesThe provincial government kicked off the consultations more than a year after lifting a ban on fracking that was in place for over a decade.CanadaApr 22
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Ford government moves ahead with plan to take over Billy Bishop AirportToronto Mayor Olivia Chow said the move was unacceptable, alleging the province plans to pave over a downtown park and 'uproot' a community.CanadaApr 23
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No injuries or hazmat concerns after train derailment in DeltaBNSF Railway confirms that the train derailed just after 9 p.m. near Highway 99 and Highway 17, but there are no environmental concerns.EnvironmentFeb 6
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Manitoba to examine potential marine conservation area in Hudson BayOceans North, a non-profit environmental group, says western Hudson Bay is home to about one-quarter of the world's beluga whale population.EnvironmentFeb 3
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Surrey council calls for full public inquiry into Metro VancouverCouncil unanimously supported the motion on Monday night, citing concerns over the governance and accountability of the regional government.PoliticsApr 15
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Florida vice mayor found dead in her home, husband faces murder chargeAuthorities said her death appeared to be the result of a domestic incident and that her husband, Stephen Bowen, 40, was in custody.TrendingApr 3
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Alberta eyes accelerated review system for major projects over $250 millionThe accelerated review system would have some cabinet members be the first to set eyes on potential projects, with the goal of helping private industry to improve its applications.PoliticsApr 14
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Tanker rollover on highway in southern New Brunswick causes 36,000-litre fuel spillEmergency officials in southern New Brunswick say a tanker truck spilled more than 36,000 litres of fuel when it rolled over on Route 1 near Nauwigewauk.CanadaApr 9