Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Elbows up for responsible environmental management in mining
It’s a curious time for Canadians as we face off for a trade war started by our former best friends to the south, while we…
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Federal Election: Environmental platforms in focus
We’re at the halfway point to the snap federal election on April 28, 2025. According to an Abacus Data survey of 1,900 Canadian adults, which…
Spotlight on Sustainability: OCUSP advances collective campus knowledge and impact
The Ontario College and University Sustainability Professionals (OCUSP) network has long been at the forefront of sustainability leadership within Ontario’s post-secondary sector. As a dynamic…
Stantec acquires Ryan Hanley, an Irish engineering and environmental consultancy
Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, has acquired Ryan Hanley, a 150-person engineering and environmental consultancy with locations across Ireland. Ryan Hanley will…
Environmental Summit sets the tone for innovation and collaboration in the industry
The Environmental Summit, presented by the Environmental Services Association of Alberta (ESAA), recently took place at the Kananaskis Mountain Lodge. The two-day Summit included inspiring keynote…
Expanding Toronto’s tree canopy can build a climate-resilient city
Urbanization has reshaped cities around the world, typically pitted against ecological and landscape connectivity. Toronto’s speedy development fragmented a great deal of natural landscapes, constraining…
AI’s energy boom calls for balancing growth and sustainability
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes essential in sectors affecting our daily lives, its rising energy demands are creating new challenges for our energy systems. Compared to traditional search engines…
Survey says most Canadians concerned about climate change as insurance rates rise
As Canadian communities experience record-breaking weather-related insurance losses, almost three-in-four Canadians are now worried about climate change’s effect on their properties and wallets, according to…
GreenMantra promotes Domenic Di Mondo to lead sustainable innovation
GreenMantra Technologies, a leader in molecular recycling, has appointed Domenic Di Mondo as Chief Executive Officer. Di Mondo has been with the Brantford, Ont.-based GreenMantra…
The final word on forever chemicals
Earlier this month and after consultations launched in 2023 and 2024, the federal government published Canada’s State of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Report (the “Final…
New environment minister for Ontario: Todd McCarthy
Yesterday, Ontario Premier Doug Ford unveiled his cabinet with an experienced team that will deliver on the government’s mandate to do whatever is necessary to…
Women, we want to hear from you about WEG
The Women’s Environmental Group (WEG) is a new industry initiative that aims to connect women working in the environment sector. WEG will tackle critical issues, provide a…
Toronto Waterfront Marathon achieves certification for sustainability excellence
The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon has officially been awarded Evergreen Certification by the Council for Responsible Sport for the second time, reflecting the event’s ongoing…
Pollution Probe announces leadership transition
Pollution Probe, Canada’s longest-standing environmental not-for-profit, charitable organization, has announced the appointment of Melissa DeYoung as chief executive officer (CEO), effective April 1, 2025. DeYoung,…
Carney appoints new federal environment minister
On March 14, 2025, Canada’s new Prime Minister, Mark Carney, was sworn in alongside members of the 30th Canadian Ministry. This new, leaner, focused Cabinet…
National Bank’s $20B renewables goal raises the bar among Canadian banks
National Bank of Canada is aiming to reach a multi-billion-dollar target in renewable energy lending commitments by 2030 as part of its net-zero emissions push,…
SPONSORED STORY: Not IF, But WHEN: Building a greener future with recycled materials
Discover how Ontario can cut costs, reduce emissions, and conserve natural resources by making Recycled Crushed Aggregates (RCA) the industry standard in linear infrastructure projects.…
Game On: What the new national leadership means for the environment
Yesterday, Liberal Party MPs selected its new leader, Mark Carney, who won a strong mandate from the party base — ultimately capturing 86 per cent…
Strength in Every Story: Connecting women working in the environment sector
As we approach International Women’s Day, people around the world are coming together to recognize and celebrate women’s social, economic, cultural, and political achievements. The…
Forever Chemicals Under the Microscope: Feds call for comment on PFAS report
The Government of Canada is taking additional steps to address the potential harm of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as “forever chemicals,” commonly…
Veolia to operate and maintain Metro Vancouver’s waste-to-energy facility
Veolia is strengthening its activities in Canada with the signing of a strategic contract with Metro Vancouver (a federation of 21 municipalities, one electoral area,…
Environment leader awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal
Dr. Blair Feltmate, head of the Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation in the Faculty of Environment at the University of Waterloo is being awarded the prestigious…
Manitoba government appoints new chair and members to Clean Environment Commission
The Manitoba government has appointed a new chair and board members to the Clean Environment Commission (CEC), a provincial government agency which focuses on a…
Upcoming symposium on environmental assessment and management
Searching for insights into current and future trends on environmental assessment and management? An upcoming symposium digs deep into these areas and offers a special…