Saturday, April 19, 2025
Report Helps B.C. Steer Toward Electric Vehicle Goals
The province of British Columbia is charging ahead in expanding its electric vehicle (EV) charging network with more than 50 per cent of the public…
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Engaging Employees for Plastic Waste Reduction and Wellbeing
Partners in Project Green is currently recruiting for the annual People Power Challenge employee engagement program, running from August 2 to October 29, 2021. The program is…
Yukon and B.C. First Nations Initiatives Tackle Climate Change
The Government of Canada continues to support progress on three unique, Indigenous-led projects that are helping communities in Yukon and northern British Columbia adapt to…
First Independent Review on Carbon Pricing in Canada
The first independent expert review of carbon pricing across Canada indicates jurisdictions are making progress, but changes will be necessary to ensure federal, provincial, and…
Net Zero 2050 Report Calls for Comprehensive Energy Strategy
In the new report Net Zero 2050 the Ontario Energy Association reviews the various elements of Ontario’s energy system and some of the options available…
New Initiative Helps Canadian Cities Embrace the Circular Economy
Fifteen local governments have been selected to participate in the Canadian Circular Cities and Regions Initiative’s (CCRI) Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Network, designed to promote job creation…
Port of Montreal Initiates Green Power Production
The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) recently signed a cooperation and development agreement with Greenfield Global, which specializes in the production of biofuels. In the wake…
Historic Agreement Made at G7 Summit to Mandate Climate Reporting
At the recent G7 summit, finance ministers made a historic agreement to mandate climate reporting last week that, alongside other new measures, will make it…
Canada Greener Homes Grant for Energy Efficiency Upgrades
The new Canada Greener Homes Grant will help homeowners make their homes more energy-efficient and lower their energy bills. The Government of Canada recently launched…
Historic Partnership for Indigenous Environmental Stewardship in B.C.
A historic agreement is bringing new funding to the Kwikwasut’inuxw Haxwa’mis First Nation (KHFN) to support environmental stewardship. The Hith’alis Agreement, a partnership between the…
Matrix Solutions Appoints Matthew Sutton as CEO
Matrix Solutions, an environmental consulting firm headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, has hired Matthew Sutton as president and chief executive officer. Sutton, who is currently based…
Canada’s First Degree to Merge Sustainability and Financial Management
The University of Waterloo is offering Canada’s first Sustainability and Financial Management degree to prepare a new generation of accounting and finance professionals to lead…
Climate Action and Awareness Funds for Young Canadians
The Government of Canada is investing in Clean Foundation’s Youth Climate Action Now (YouCAN) project to support the Clean Foundation and partners in the Atlantic…
Environmental Monitoring and Maintenance for Abandoned Mines in Manitoba
The Manitoba government has awarded a $22-million contract to oversee environmental monitoring at several orphaned and abandoned mines. “This is the latest step in our…
Support for Low Carbon Leadership in Newfoundland and Labrador
Federal and provincial investments have been announced to support 13 low carbon leadership projects in Newfoundland and Labrador. The Government of Canada is providing approximately…
Canada Invests Over $960-Million for Renewable Energy, Grid Modernization
The Government of Canada is investing in renewable energy and upgrading the electricity grid to make clean, affordable electricity options more accessible in communities across…
Sanexen Environmental Services Expands with Acquisition of APG
Today SANEXEN Environmental Services Inc., a subsidiary of LOGISTEC Corporation, announced the acquisition of American Process Group (APG), an Edmonton, Alberta-based environmental industry leader, specializing…
Canadian Roadmap to Reach Net-Zero Carbon Concrete
The Government of Canada and the Cement Association of Canada (CAC) have formed a partnership to support a roadmap to net-zero carbon concrete. This partnership…
Report Reveals Canada’s Emissions Increase Greatest in G7
A change in direction is needed if Canada is to meet its emissions-reduction targets, according to a new report by veteran earth scientist David Hughes.…
Ecosystem Restoration and Appreciation Activities for Canadian Environment Week
Activities are underway to help celebrate Canadian Environment Week 2021 during May 30 to June 5. Established in 1971, Canadian Environment Week celebrates Canada’s environmental…
Investments to Support Low Carbon Communities in Ottawa
Cities and communities are at the leading edge of developing and deploying the low-carbon solutions Canada needs for a net-zero future. The Ottawa Community Foundation…
Funds to Turn Old Plastic Into New Opportunities in B.C.
Turning plastics from old car batteries into new ones, developing artificial intelligence to sort plastics for recycling, and supporting local micro-recycling facilities are among the…
McGill Launches Centre for Energy Tech Innovation
McGill University in Montreal, Quebec has announced the launch of the McGill Centre for Innovation in Storage and Conversion of Energy (McISCE). The new centre…
FCM Investments to Improve Energy Efficiency in the Maritimes
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) announced a $14.1-million investment through FCM’s Green Municipal Fund (GMF) to lower greenhouse gas (GHG) and drive cost savings in…