Enviornment

• N.B. forest fire reaches 35% containment, support being sent to Nova Scotia

  Despite the wildfire in Stein Lake-Bocabec, N.B., still being out of control, the situation has eased to the degree that the province is sending help to fire-ravaged Nova Scotia.

  Environment

  Jun 2, 2023
  
• London, Ont. ‘depaving’ for a greener community with national iniative

  The Depave Paradise Program, a national green infrastructure initiative that replaces unused pavement in urban areas with green spaces, has completed two projects near London, Ont.

  Environment

  Aug 26, 2022
  
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• Hurricane Larry could be headed for Newfoundland on Friday, but track uncertain

  The major hurricane was churning out maximum sustained winds of 195 kilometres per hour Tuesday as it tracked north toward Bermuda.

  Weather

  Sep 7, 2021
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• Study indicates Canadian cities not doing enough to lower flood risk, earn ‘C+’ grade

  Flooding is the most expensive extreme weather risk in Canada, followed by fire, according to the study's co-author.

  Canada

  Feb 18, 2021
• Christmas trees are for the birds: Nature Conservancy says keep old trees in backyard

  The advocacy group says the old trees can provide shelter to birds from blustery winter nights.

  Environment

  Dec 31, 2020
• Northen Pulp says it remains committed to resuming mill operations

  The pulp mill, which had been operational since 1967, stopped production on Jan. 31.

  Canada

  Jun 19, 2020
• Saskatoon 3D print shop creating solution for plastic waste

  Wave of the Future 3D owner Randy Janes is developing a regeneration machine that will make non-usable plastics into usable materials.

  Tech

  Mar 2, 2020
• Northern Pulp files request with N.S. Supreme Court for judicial review

  "We're hoping that through this judicial review, Northern Pulp will be provided with clarity about the process and elements required in order to be successful in the EA process."

  Economy

  Jan 23, 2020
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• Pictou Landing First Nation ‘disappointed’ over Northern Pulp operations following closure

  Chief Andrea Paul says plans to commence remediation of the harbour are being held up by delays in shutting down the mill.

  Canada

  Jan 21, 2020
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• Canadian firefighters expect to use tailored tactics to battle Australia blazes

  In Halifax, the first three of 69 Canadian firefighters heading to the island continent say hotter temperatures and drier conditions call for different measures.

  Canada

  Jan 15, 2020