From Other Environmental Groups (October)

Alberta’s renewable energy boom has hit a government roadblock: Alberta seems an obvious choice to lead the renewable energy boom. With billions invested and 3 billion in projects started the renewable energy sector could create jobs for people leaving oil and gas. Despite the obvious benefits, the local government has put a hold on renewable energy projects. For the David Suzuki article, go here!
Manitoba’s environment staff cut by 70% since Progressive Conservatives took power: Severe staffing cuts, vacant positions continue, and critical environmental services are in jeopardy. For the full article, go here!
10 of the most invasive plants in Canada to remove from your garden! Invasive plant species can wreak havoc on local ecosystems. Check your gardens for these invasive plant species!

The world is burning! Who can convince the comfortable classes of the radical sacrifices needed? For the Guardian news story, go here!
A vegan diet is best for people and the planet: A new Oxford University study confirms what vegans have been saying for years: eating an entirely plant-based diet significantly reduces emissions, pollution, and land conversion. For the David Suzuki story, go here!
Africa proposes global carbon tax to fight climate change: Recommendations from the Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi demand that countries which commit higher rates of pollution should be compelled to spend more resources to help poorer nations. For the BBC news story, go here!
California sues oil companies claiming they downplayed the risk of fossil fuels: California class action suit to hold ‘Big Oil’ responsible for the disastrous effects of climate change. For the Guardian news story, go here!

Oil drilling halted in biodiverse Amazonian national park: Ecuadorians have voted to protect one of the world’s most vulnerable and biodiverse areas. This region contains important biodiversity and one of the world’s last uncontacted indigenous peoples. For the full story, go here!
Council vote means natural gas won’t be used to heat new homes in Nanaimo: This vote accelerates the adoption of the zero-carbon step code to 2024 instead of the initial timeline of 2030. For the full story, go here!