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$105M lawsuit over North Bay contaminated soil

An Ottawa law firm is seeking North Bay residents for a $105 million class action over contaminated soil at Jack Garland Airport. Learn about the lawsuit and cleanup efforts.

Fecal incidents close Vancouver Island pool

Multiple fecal contamination incidents have forced the temporary closure of Comox Valley Aquatic Centre's leisure pool. Health officials work to resolve the sanitation issue.

Mysterious green water appears in Windsor creek

Residents report startling green water in Windsor creek near Langlois Avenue. Authorities investigating the unusual environmental phenomenon. Stay informed about local developments.

Meaford man guilty of wildlife injury with boat

An Ontario man faces consequences after pleading guilty to using his boat to harm wildlife. Learn about the case details and potential penalties for wildlife offenses in Canada.

1,000 goldfish to be removed from Ottawa pond

The City of Ottawa is taking action to remove approximately 1,000 invasive goldfish from a stormwater pond in Celebration Park after hundreds were found dead. Learn about this environmental initiative.

Kitchener cleans up spill at Schneider Creek

The City of Kitchener is actively cleaning up a spill at Schneider Creek. Authorities are on-site managing the environmental response to protect local waterways.

Syringes, Testosterone Vials Found on NS Beach

Syringes and testosterone-labeled vials discovered at Crystal Crescent Beach near Halifax. Authorities investigating medical waste contamination at popular swimming destination.

Skip Raking Leaves: Better for Environment

Discover why leaving fallen leaves benefits soil health, supports biodiversity and reduces stormwater runoff in Canadian yards. A horticulturist explains the balance.

COP30 Climate Summit Begins: Canada's Role

As COP30 climate talks launch in Brazil, Canadian negotiators face pressure to bridge global divides while addressing domestic climate policy gaps. Follow key developments.

Bitumen Tanker Spill Contaminates Alberta River

A major environmental incident unfolds in Alberta as a tanker truck carrying bitumen crashes and leaks the petroleum product into the North Saskatchewan River, prompting emergency response and environmental concerns.

Massive 80,000L Fuel Spill After BC Train Derailment

A major environmental emergency is underway in British Columbia's Interior after a train derailment spilled over 80,000 litres of diesel fuel, triggering a massive multi-agency response and raising concerns about ecological impact.

Ontario Scrapping Mandatory Climate Targets

The Ford government is eliminating legal requirements for setting and updating climate change targets, sparking debate about Ontario's environmental commitment.

Quebec's $38B climate cost for 2030 GHG targets

Quebec faces a monumental $38 billion investment to meet its 2030 greenhouse gas reduction targets, with the province's environment minister revealing the massive financial hurdle ahead.

Ford's conservation authority shakeup sparks outrage

The ERCA conservation authority voices strong opposition to Ontario's plan to amalgamate conservation authorities, warning of devastating impacts on local environmental protection and flood management.

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