Saturday, August 30, 2025
Sustainable Risk Management for Net Zero Buildings
By Gil Hirsch & Tasmeea Islam Since the 2016 Paris Agreement, nations across the world have pledged to strengthen their climate change efforts, reduce greenhouse gas…
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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…
New Canadian Oceans Protection Plan Report Released
The Canadian coastline—the longest in the world—is critical to the environment and plays a key role in the economy. Canada’s Oceans Protection Plan aims to…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Canadian Communities Can Take Climate Action and Host Pond Hockey
The Climate and Sport Initiative has launched a call for applications for communities to host Save Pond Hockey events featuring top athletes, funded in part by the…
New National Energy and Emissions Database Launched
The Ministry of Natural Resources is supporting the development of the Municipal Energy and Emission Database (MEED), an integrated geospatial platform that tracks greenhouse gas (GHG)…
Federal Government Launches Sustainable Finance Action Council
Investors and governments around the world are recognizing that key to a sustainable economic future are sustainable financial investments. Sustainable finance is about incorporating environmental,…
University of Regina Launches Canadian Energy Transition Hub
To help meet Canada’s climate change goals, the University of Regina has launched the Canadian Energy Transition Hub (CETH) to assist with the country’s clean-energy…
Federal Funds for New and Retrofitted Energy Efficient Housing
The Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) created the Sustainable Affordable Housing (SAH) initiative to support their work to help people…
Low Carbon Countdown: Canada’s Approach to Net Zero Buildings
Canada’s new climate plan needs a consistent approach to net zero buildings By Ryan Zizzo Canada can make progress towards its climate goals while supporting…
Climate Action and Awareness Fund Launches RFP
Environment and Climate Change Canada recently launched a request for proposals (RFP) under the Climate Action and Awareness Fund. Under that RFP, up to $59…
Great Lakes Water Quality Strategy on Toxic Substances Available for Review
The Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement (GLWQA) commits Canada and the United States to prepare and issue binational strategies for Chemicals of Mutual Concern (CMCs),…
Green Infrastructure Investments to Safeguard Environment in Labrador
Strategic investments in safe and modern water and recreation infrastructure will play a key role in ensuring Labrador residents have access to reliable services to support healthy…
Survey Reveals Concern for Achieving Net Zero Targets
A survey by GHD, one of the world’s leading professional services companies, has found that only 47 per cent of Canadian consumers and 42 per cent…
Unpaving Paradise: Green Infrastructure Policies to Build Back Better
The Canadian government has informed the country of its plan to develop all future infrastructure through a green lens. This is a key pillar to…
Prime Minister Takes Stronger Action on Climate Change
During today’s Leaders Summit on Climate, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, announced that Canada will enhance emissions reduction target under the Paris Agreement – known as…
Federal Budget Supports a Green Recovery, Environmental Targets
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Chrystia Freeland has released Budget 2021: A Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth, and Resilience, the Government of Canada’s…
New Commitments to Secure the Future of the Biosphere Complex
The federal, provincial, and municipal governments are devoting $45 million over five years to ensure the continuity of the Biosphere complex, which fosters a dialogue between…