Ottawa – Nature is part of the Canadian national identity. This is part of what drives Canada’s commitment to maintaining the momentum from the 15th United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity Conference of the Parties (COP15). In December, the world came together and reached a historic agreement to address the critical loss of biodiversity, because protecting nature has never been …
Lynn Lake Gold Project Approved
Ottawa – The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Steven Guilbeault, announced that the environmental mitigation measures proposed for the Lynn Lake Gold Project in Manitoba provide a sustainable path forward for the project to proceed informed by the conclusions in the Environmental Assessment Report of the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada. The proposed open-pit gold mine and new metal mill located near …
Conservation agreement on Boreal Caribou
Gatineau – The Government of Canada is committed to protecting and conserving nature and halting Canada’s biodiversity loss. The Boreal Caribou, famously depicted on Canada’s 25-cent coin, is an iconic species that plays a significant role in the culture and history of Indigenous peoples. However, Boreal Caribou are threatened, and their populations are in decline. Federal and provincial governments, Indigenous peoples, and …
National historic significance of Jamaican Maroons recognised
The resistance to oppression and resiliency of the Jamaican Maroons are a continued source of pride Gatineau – National historic designations encourage us to acknowledge both the triumphs and the struggles that have led us to the Canada of today, and help us reflect on how to build a more inclusive society for today and future generations. Steven Guilbeault, Minister …
Labelling and tracking plastic products nationally
Ottawa – Canadians want concrete action to better manage plastics—to protect the environment, conserve biodiversity, and strengthen the economy. The Government of Canada is continuing to bring forward new measures to improve how plastic is made, used, and managed to move toward the goal of zero plastic waste. The Government of Canada is releasing a report on what it heard …
Modernizing Canadian Environmental Protection Act
Ottawa – Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Steven Guilbeault, has said: “Healthy, clean, and just. When it comes to protecting the environment and human health from pollution, society sees these priorities as government responsibilities and expects us to have the tools in place to act when required. “Thanks to the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA), one of Canada’s core environmental laws, …
Investing in climate project in Stephenville Town
Stephenville – Across the country, Canadians are calling for ambitious climate action that keeps the air clean and helps to build a strong economy for today and tomorrow. Through initiatives like the Low Carbon Economy Fund, the Government of Canada continues to work with partners across the country to cut pollution and build strong, resilient communities, while creating good jobs …
Invest over $2.1m in wildlife disease surveillance in Canada
Gatineau – Canada’s wildlife species contribute to the well-being of Canadians and the maintenance of healthy ecosystems. Wildlife diseases can affect the balance of national animal populations and have implications for human health, food security, and the country’s agricultural and economic prosperity. The Government of Canada is committed to protecting the health of wildlife to ensure that healthy interactions between …
Canada on track to meet 2025-30 Marine Conservation Targets
Vancouver – Canada’s oceans play an essential role in the lives of Canadians from coast to coast to coast. They are critical to all life on the planet, are home to a vast array of species and organisms, help regulate the Earth’s climate, and play a significant role in our heritage, culture, and economy. The Government of Canada is taking action to …
District of Kitimat gets investment to curb climate change
Kitimat – Across the country, Canadians are calling for ambitious climate action that keeps the air clean and helps build a strong economy for today and tomorrow. Through initiatives like the Low Carbon Economy Fund, the Government of Canada continues to work with partners across the country to cut pollution and build strong, resilient communities, while creating good jobs and …