Montreal ban on single-use plastics marks 1 year. But is it making a difference?
The bylaw came into effect March 2023 and covers the 19 boroughs. It prohibits the use of most single use plastic containers in restaurants and grocery stores.
Environment
Mar 18
Coffee lids? Napkins? B.C.’s single-use plastic rules now in effect
Businesses cannot give out, manufacture, or import plastic-based checkout bags, cutlery and straws under federal laws across the country.
Environment
Dec 20, 2023
Data mining concerns raised after political organizers join Calgary mayor recall effort
Documents obtained by Global News show a group named Project YYC is helping Landon Johnston with petition efforts.
Politics
Mar 20
Recall petition launched against Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek
The bar to reach for a citizen-led process to remove a mayor outside of an election is a high one: 40 per cent of the electorate must sign the petition within 60 days.
Politics
Feb 5
Fallout after Calgary city council considers saying ‘bye bye’ to single-use bylaw
Reaction has been swift and mixed to the possible repeal of a controversial City of Calgary bylaw on single use items.
Politics
Jan 31
Are microplastics harmful? Health Canada funds research on potential risks
Health Canada is funding new research looking into the potential risks to humans of microplastics – that are found everywhere and could be toxic.
Health
Feb 2
TTC to use sound cannons to keep away problematic seagulls
To keep seagulls from nesting on the roof of the Leslie Barns facility, the TTC will soon begin using sound cannons to scare away the growing number of birds.
Canada
Mar 13
Starbucks now allowing use of personal cups for mobile orders, drive-thrus
Effective Jan. 3, 2024, Starbucks is allowing customers to bring their own personal cups to mobile orders and drive-thrus in Canada and the U.S.
Consumer
Jan 4
Litre of bottled water contains nearly a quarter million invisible nanoplastics: scientists
Scientists examined three common bottled water brands and found particle levels ranging from 110,000 to 400,000 per litre, averaging at around 240,000, according to a new study.
Science
Jan 9
Ottawa to appeal Federal Court’s overturning of single-use plastic ban
The Nov. 16 decision said Ottawa had overstepped by labelling all ``plastic manufactured items'' as toxic under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act.
Canada
Nov 20, 2023
Will single-use plastics return with federal ban overturned? Unlikely, it seems
Between provincial and municipal regulations, plus restaurants and grocers swapping to more environmentally friendly options already, single-use plastics may not come roaring back.
Canada
Nov 17, 2023
10 ideas for the best stay-at-home March Break ever
If you don’t have any travel plans this March Break, here are some great ideas to make the most of your staycation.
The Curator
Feb 26
The Federal Court just overturned Ottawa’s single-use plastic ban
The Federal Court says Ottawa "overstepped" its constitutional bounds by banning single-use plastic products like straws and grocery bags.
Canada
Nov 16, 2023
Meet 6 women trailblazers and their beauty brands
This International Women's Day, we are shining a spotlight on female-led beauty brands and their fearless CEOs. Get to know their stories and brand inspiration.
The Curator
Mar 8
Edmonton to increase fee for paper and reusable bags
Forgetting your reusable bag at home will cost you a bit more money starting this summer with fees for paper and reusable bags going up in July.
Canada
Jan 22
Loss and freedom intertwined for two New Brunswick men cleared of 1983 murder
It has been one week since a judge in New Brunswick cleared Walter Gillespie and Robert Mailman of murder charges that hung over them for decades.
Canada
Jan 11
24 essentials you need for your next long-haul flight
Getting ready to travel overseas? Check out our list of air cabin essentials that will make for a sweeter trip.
The Curator
Jan 9
Toronto business, consumers weigh in following plastic ban reversal
While some low-waste businesses will remain unfazed by the recent ruling, a plastics researcher says this 'back and forth' creates uncertainty for businesses and consumers.
Environment
Nov 17, 2023
Plastic pollution treaty talks head to Ottawa next year. What’s at stake?
Nations wrapped up on Sunday a third round of talks in Kenya as part of a five-meeting schedule to hammer out a draft of a treaty to end global plastic pollution.
Environment
Nov 20, 2023
Russia covered up deaths from Ukraine dam collapse: AP investigation
The dam burst on June 6, causing extensive flooding along the lower Dnipro River, submerging communities across the Ukraine-controlled right and Russian-occupied left banks.
World
Dec 28, 2023