Climate policy
ANALYSIS: Honesty in accounting is missing from every major party’s climate change policies
By David Akin Chief Political Correspondent
Experts on a non-partisan, independent commission of economists agree: Canada would be wealthier and greener choosing carbon pricing over more red tape and regulations. Continue reading
‘I came in peace’: Manitoba premier hopes to bridge gaps with Trudeau amid Wexit sentiments
Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister says the fight against climate change can unite this country even as it currently is fuelling talk of Alberta separation. Continue reading
Why a landmark opioid damage award is good news to climate change advocates
‘In a market-driven economy you don’t see significant environmental reform until we put a price tag on pollution.’ Continue reading
Students demand meeting with Premier Legualt as CAQ convention kicks off in Montreal
Students are calling for a meeting with Quebec Premier François Legault to discuss green issues as the party convention for the Coalition Avenir Québec kicks off in Montreal Saturday. Continue reading
Gas-free vehicle zones? Vancouver debates ambitious response to ‘climate emergency’
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The proposal aims to see the city become carbon-neutral by 2050, but some of the recommendations are sure to be controversial. Continue reading
State of Ontario’s climate policy is ‘frightening,’ environmental watchdog says
Premier Doug Ford had promised that not a single job would be lost under his government, but Saxe says this move has meant 12 people are losing their jobs. Continue reading
Naturalist David Attenborough says U.S. ‘out on a limb’ on climate
David Attenborough says U.S. President Donald Trump is “out on a limb” in his attitude to climate change as nearly every other government, as well as an angry younger generation, are demanding action. Continue reading
U.S. mayors will work together to combat Trump climate policy
According to a survey, the vast majority of U.S. mayors want to work together and with the private sector to respond to climate change. Continue reading
Canadian oil and gas companies at financial risk due to climate policy: study
A study by financial think-tank Carbon Tracker says Canadian oil and gas companies rank among some of the most exposed to climate policy risk. Continue reading
Notley government set to cap oilsands emissions
The legal rubber has hit the road on Alberta’s promise to cap greenhouse gas emissions from the oilsands — the engine of the province’s economy. Continue reading