Quebec urged to strengthen climate targets despite U.S.
Quebec's environmental committee recommends strengthening climate targets as U.S. scales back commitments. Environment Minister Bernard Drainville faces key decisions.
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UCP debates coal, flags at Alberta annual meeting
United Conservative Party members voted on resolutions including coal policy and flag changes at their Red Deer convention. Key decisions shape Alberta's political landscape.
Protesters Confront Security at UN Climate Talks
Tensions erupt as security personnel face off with protesters outside COP30 UN Climate Summit venue in Belem, Brazil. Get the latest developments from the climate conference.
COP30 carbon footprint equals Samoa's annual emissions
UN climate conference in Brazil will generate emissions equivalent to Samoa's annual output while Canada maintains unrealistic climate targets. Read the full analysis.
Alberta's New Licence Plates Spark Pipeline Debate
Alberta's proposed 'Strong and Free' licence plates ignite debate about provincial autonomy versus respect for other jurisdictions' rights in pipeline disputes.
Quebec Faces Calls for Stronger Climate Action
Environmental advocates push Quebec to implement stricter climate targets and carbon budgets as province faces pressure to accelerate emissions reduction efforts.
COP30 Climate Summit Opens in Brazil
The COP30 climate summit begins in Brazil with a UN plea for global cooperation. Despite US absence, new emissions data shows progress but falls short of 1.5°C goals. Indigenous leaders demand action.
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.
Pronunciation debate delays UCP bill in Alberta legislature
A surprising pronunciation debate over 'status' versus 'statute' caused unexpected delays in the introduction of a UCP government bill, creating a rare moment of parliamentary confusion in Alberta's legislature.
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.
Saskatoon's rushed shelter approval sparks council frustration
Saskatoon city council approves emergency downtown warming shelter amid heated debate and concerns about rushed planning process and community impact.
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.
Canada's climate tax credits failing: watchdog report
Shocking audit reveals federal emission reduction tax credits are missing targets and costing taxpayers billions without meaningful environmental impact.
World's Top Polluters Skip UN Climate Summit
As global leaders convene for urgent climate talks, the absence of key polluting nations raises serious questions about international commitment to environmental action.
Canada Budget Offers Mass Amnesty for Asylum Seekers
The latest federal budget includes a controversial program offering permanent status to thousands of asylum seekers, raising questions about border policy and fairness.
Climate plan costs hidden in federal budget, critics say
Federal budget documents exclude billions in climate strategy costs while revealing new carbon tax details. Analysis shows significant financial gaps in Canada's climate competitiveness plan.
Federal Budget Pivots on Oil and Gas Policy
Canada's latest federal budget signals a significant shift in oil and gas policy, but industry experts warn key implementation details remain uncertain. Explore the implications for carbon capture incentives and clean electricity investments.
Montreal's Political Titans Clash in City Hall Debate
Montreal's political landscape heats up as Mayor Valérie Plante and opposition leader Aref Salem face off in a dramatic city council debate over transparency and governance.
Hogg vs Jennings: CNN Rolex Debate Goes Viral
A heated CNN debate between Parkland survivor David Hogg and Republican strategist Scott Jennings went viral after a contentious exchange about luxury watches and economic reality.
Canada's climate strategy lacks emission details
The Canadian federal government has unveiled its latest climate adaptation strategy, pledging billions for climate resilience while facing scrutiny over absent emission reduction specifics.
Carney's Green Vision: Canada's 2025 Energy Budget
Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney takes center stage in shaping Canada's ambitious clean energy agenda through the 2025 federal budget, signaling a major shift toward sustainable economic growth.
Carney's Budget: What's Missing from Canada's Fiscal Plan
An in-depth analysis of the surprising omissions in Finance Minister Carney's inaugural federal budget, from climate action to housing affordability gaps.
U.S. Shadow Over COP30 Climate Summit
As the world prepares for COP30 in Brazil, America's political landscape and climate policies continue to shape global negotiations, even without formal participation in the upcoming summit.
UN: Climate efforts still dangerously inadequate
New UN assessment shows global climate efforts remain critically insufficient despite slight progress. The gap between current pledges and needed action threatens Paris Agreement goals.
UN Climate Talks: Time for Action, Not Just Words
As global leaders prepare for another round of UN climate negotiations in Brazil, environmental experts and activists are calling for concrete action rather than more empty promises and prolonged discussions.
NDP Bill Threatens Jail Time for Canadian Speech
A controversial NDP private member's bill is raising alarms about potential jail time for Canadians expressing certain opinions. Bill C-367 aims to remove religious hate speech exemptions, creating new legal risks for free speech advocates.
Alberta's Notwithstanding Clause Faces Intense Scrutiny
Alberta's plan to invoke the notwithstanding clause in its sovereignty act legislation sparks intense constitutional debate and sets the stage for a historic political showdown over provincial powers versus federal authority.
Why Net Zero May Be Impossible This Century
A young Canadian's sobering perspective on climate goals reveals why Generation Z may never see net zero emissions achieved in their lifetime.
Winnipeg's record wet October breaks 40-year mark
New data reveals Winnipeg experienced its most saturated October since 1975, with rainfall totals nearly triple the monthly average, causing widespread impacts across the city.
NYC Mayor Race: Mamdani vs Cuomo as Sliwa Aims for Upset
New York City's mayoral election takes dramatic turn with high-profile candidates facing off while Republican hopeful Curtis Sliwa seeks to defy expectations in the Democratic-dominated race.
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