Ottawa – Every day, we see the increasing impacts of climate change, and they’re costing Canadians more and more. Climate-related impacts are already costing average Canadian households $720 per year and are likely to rise to $2,000 per year by 2050 without significant action to reduce emissions. A price on pollution is widely recognized as the most efficient means to …
Toronto – As Torontonians dive into their summer reading lists, the City of Toronto and Toronto Public Library (TPL) are pleased to announce the books longlisted for the 2024 Toronto Book Awards. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Toronto Book Awards originally established by Toronto City Council in 1974 to honour books of literary merit that are inspired by …
Vancouver – The Council of the Haida Nation, Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council, Pacheedaht First Nation, Quatsino First Nation and the Government of Canada announced the designation of Tang.ɢwan — ḥačxwiqak — Tsig̱is as a Marine Protected Area (MPA). This large ecologically unique ocean area located approximately 150 kilometres off the west coast of Vancouver Island, is now Canada’s largest MPA designated under the Oceans …
Calgary – The governments of Canada and Alberta are supporting Alberta Beef Producers in expanding its food safety and certification program. Alberta is known worldwide for its high-quality, great tasting beef. As Canada’s largest cattle producing province, Alberta’s beef industry maintains the highest level of food safety, animal care, biosecurity, and environmental stewardship, so that Alberta beef remains a premium …
Vancouver — Energy efficiency upgrades to the Central Library in Library Square are underway after a combined investment of more than $5.9 million from the federal government and the City of Vancouver. The library is replacing the current cooling systems with new heat pumps and energy recovery equipment, which will improve energy efficiency and reduce operational costs, as well as improve …
Brampton – In celebration of William “Bill” Grenville Davis, former Premier of Ontario and Brampton champion, the City of Brampton has commissioned a memorial artwork dedicated to his legacy. The monument will be situated at the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA), near Brampton City Hall, and is expected to be completed in the spring of 2025. Following a …
St. John’s – Improved access to nature and greenspace near where people live, work, and play is vital to their wellbeing. National urban parks benefit biodiversity and are a natural solution to help offset the impacts of climate change. Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, and Danny Breen, Mayor of St. John’s, …
BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton is offering heat relief as a Heat Warning is now in effect for Peel Region that started on Monday, July 8, 2024, until further notice. Heat relief locations are available in all public access buildings, including City Hall, recreation centres and libraries during regular business hours. Splash Pads and Wading Pool access Splash pads …
Toronto – The City of Toronto and its partners are thrilled to celebrate the start of Summerlicious, returning from Friday, July 5 to Sunday, July 21, at more than 200 restaurants across the city. Three-course prix fixe menus are available at price points ranging from $20 to $55 for lunch and $55 to $75 for dinner. This year’s program builds …
Vancouver — Science World’s geodesic dome, one of the most recognized buildings in British Columbia, will receive critical infrastructure upgrades after an investment of $19 million from the federal government. Announced by Minister Harjit S. Sajjan and Tracy Redies, Science World President & CEO, this funding will insulate and address necessary repairs in the dome to support the re-opening of the …
