It’s crucial that climate change declarations are accompanied by action — and, as climate change disproportionately impacts vulnerable communities, action needs to be equity-focused.
Blog: Vulnerable Communities and Climate Change
Tag: transportation
Petition: How protective and how transparent is the Canadian government response to the Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Class of ‘Forever Chemicals’ in water, products, and waste?
Petition submitted to the Office of the Auditor General of Canada from multiple NGOs.
Blog: Book Review: A Good War by Seth Klein
CELA Counsel Rick Lindgren reviews Seth Klein's recent book and the lessons learned from other existential crises that can be drawn upon to help implement necessary measures for Canada to respond to the climate emergency.
Media Release: Fall Economic Statement is a Crucial First Step Towards a Green and Just Recovery from the Pandemic
CELA is pleased to see key elements of a Green and Just Recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic in yesterday’s Fall Economic Statement (FES).
Blog: What will it take to achieve a Green and Just Recovery?
CELA communications intern, Isobel Mason and Senior Researcher Kathleen Cooper blog about calls for a green and just recovery, highlighting the path forward in specific recommendations from the Green Budget Coalition.
Media Release: 25 leading Canadian environmental organizations release detailed proposals for federal investments in a green recovery
Four key recommendations include building retrofits, clean transportation, nature-based climate solutions and protected areas
