Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Researchers warn of unprecedented arsenic release from wildfires
The wildfire season of 2023 was the most destructive ever recorded in Canada and a new study suggests the impact was unprecedented. It found that…
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Inaugural convention on emergency preparedness and climate adaptation
The Canadian National Emergency Preparedness and Climate Adaptation Convention (CEPCA) presented by dmg events, with official co host sponsor IAEM Canada, is launching its inaugural…
Canadian soccer legend teams up with battery recycling initiative
Canadian soccer legend, Christine Sinclair, has teamed up with Call2Recycle Canada as the official ambassador of its national consumer battery recycling program, Recycle Your Batteries, Canada!…
Federal action to protect the environment by addressing “forever chemicals”
The Government of Canada is taking the next step to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), sometimes referred to as “forever chemicals”, which is a…
Feds accepting applications for green and inclusive community buildings
On July 17, Sean Fraser, the federal Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, announced the dates for a new intake for applications through the Green…
Toronto continues response efforts following flooding
Climate change is increasing the instances of frequent and severe flooding – Canada’s most common natural hazard – with about 80 per cent of Canadian…
New rules for collaboration on environmental assessments with B.C. First Nations
New rules for dispute resolution will help support settle conflicts between the Province of British Columbia and First Nations about environmental assessments, a significant milestone…
Schneider Electric Canada launches smart buildings division
Schneider Electric, the global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is transforming its Digital Buildings business in Canada with the launch…
Plan for the Ban: Construction industry targeted in Canada’s federal plastics registry
By: Talia Gordner, Julia Loney, Martin Thiboutot, Annik Forristal and Karel Peters With the federal government facing mounting pressure to take steps to decrease Canadians’…
Connecting companies, institutes and authorities in the Circular Hotspot
By Freek van Eijk The Holland Circular Hotspot connects companies, knowledge institutes and authorities to support international collaboration and knowledge exchange on Dutch circular economy.…
Grassroots movements and policy initiatives take centre stage at CEC31
By Reya Shreya Rai The 31st Annual Council Session of the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC31), held in Wilmington, North Carolina, is a pivotal event…
Strengthening environmental justice through community empowerment at CEC31
By Reya Shreya Rai Toxic mining practices near the Métis Nation settlement in Fort Chipewyan, Alta. Industrial facilities polluting financially challenged neighbourhoods in Mexico City.…
Deception Bay Terminal becomes first to be green marine-certified in Arctic Region
Montreal, Que.-based LOGISTEC announced that its Deception Bay terminal, located in the Arctic region, is now officially certified as part of the Green Marine Environmental…
An Environmental Vision: Verified climate action for sustainable infrastructure
The climate emergency calls for more responsible building and infrastructure practices. Leading firms in the sector are starting to address this need through innovative strategies to…
North American environmental leaders to convene for CEC31
The Commission for Environmental Cooperation’s (CEC) 31st annual Council Session and Joint Public Advisory Committee (JPAC) Public Forum will be held June 24–26, 2024 in Wilmington, North…
Canadian mining companies recognized for excellence in responsible operations
The Mining Association of Canada’s (MAC) Community of Interest Advisory Panel has selected Rio Tinto IOC, Agnico Eagle’s Laronde Mine, and Eldorado Gold’s Lamaque Mine, to…
International expertise to be shared at the Circular Economy Showcase
The Circular Economy Showcase 2024 is a conference designed to provide attendees with a valuable proposition, focusing on enhancing business processes, improving overall business strategies,…
Scarborough police building poised to be a first for green government facilities
Sustainability and energy efficiency are top of mind for municipalities and their constituents. In 2020, Canada ranked as the 11th largest GHG-emitting country in the world,…
WSP becomes an FNMPC Sustaining Partner in Canada
The First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) has welcomed WSP as the newest member of its Sustaining Partner program in Canada. The program furthers FNMPC’s…
Policy POV: Tackling plastics pollution at home and abroad
The Government of Canada is doing its part to tackle plastic pollution, both at home and abroad, as it helps to chart a roadmap toward…
The State of Science: Insights into combatting climate change
By Marie-Claude Brandys A comprehensive survey on the state of science offers important insights that are worth considering when it comes to climate action in…
Englobe appoints company’s first ESG director
Englobe, one of Canada’s premier firms specializing in professional engineering services, environmental sciences, and soil and biomass treatment, has appointed Geneviève David Watson as the…
Federal initiative aims to green Canada’s construction workforce
Recognizing the urgent need for skilled workers to fuel the development of a low-carbon economy in Canada, the federal government has established a new fund…
Everything you need to know about the environment in Canada
Searching for some answers in the environment space? Look no further. The team at Actual Media Inc., in collaboration with our colleagues at Grey House…