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Drought is a big problem in Canada — and it’s getting worse
We got rain — so our drought concerns are over, right? It’s something we hear from readers, family and friends all the time. It’s a fair question. Drought warnings are becoming more common across Canada, and when we get a wet day, week or even...

Environmental groups applaud CAA's support for recycled aggregates
'CAA joining this coalition proves that protecting our environment and building infrastructure can work hand in hand and lead to better outcomes,' said Rhonda Kirby with North Shore Environmental Resource Advocates NEWS RELEASE REFORM GRAVEL...

Aviva reaffirms net zero pledge despite US and UK climate policy backlash
Speaking as Aviva’s shares hit their highest level since the 2008 financial crisis, Blanc said extreme weather risks made climate action a business imperative as well as a client priority. “We remain committed to our ambition,” she told reporters...

Summer of the climate emergency
Breadcrumb Trail Links Opinion Column So far this summer, wildfires have burned large swathes of precious forests and destroyed family homes. This May 27, 2025, aerial image courtesy of the Manitoba Government, shows wildfires burning in Flin...

Annual summer school to focus on climate justice and human rights in an unravelling world
A popular annual summer school is to focus this year on climate justice and human rights in an unravelling world. The Thomas D’Arcy McGee Summer School will return to Carlingford next month. It is an annual celebration of the Carlingford-born 19th...

Canadian Crops Outperform Global Emissions Despite 17 Transatlantic Flights
In a groundbreaking study published in Nature Food, researchers from the University of British Columbia Okanagan (UBCO) have unveiled that staple crops grown in Canada—specifically wheat, canola (rapeseed), and peas—boast some of the lowest carbon...

Why natural gas prices have yet to see a boost after LNG Canada startup
There were high hopes ahead of LNG Canada's startup that the project would provide a major boost to weak Canadian natural gas prices by opening up access to markets in Asia. So far, at least, a spike in prices has yet to materialize. LNG Canada...

Potawatomi tribes, 8 in U.S. and 4 in Canada, create…
Twelve Potawatomi tribal nations established the Bodéwadmi (Potawatomi) Confederation of Tribal Nations. The confederation aims to promote joint initiatives like economic development, environmental protection, cultural preservation, and political...

Canada’s Cohere Raises $500M, Hires Former Meta Exec Joelle Pineau as A.I. Chief
Joelle Pineau will serve as Cohere’s new Chief AI Officer. Paul Morigi/Getty Images for Haddad Media Cohere’s push to provide secure A.I. tools for enterprises is attracting big-name investors and high-profile tech leaders. The Canadian startup...

Environmental groups challenge province's coal extension plan
Saskatchewan risks breaking federal law if it runs coal plants past 2030, says environmental group head Peter Prebble. SASKATOON — Saskatchewan Environmental Society executive director Peter Prebble says the provincial government is on course to...

In the news today: Air Canada flight attendants could strike tonight
Air Canada said it was expecting to cancel around 500 flights previously scheduled to take off today in anticipation of the work stoppage, with a full stoppage looming Saturday. It said it would notify customers of cancellations through email and...

Canadian Wildfire Conference expands to two days, promises unprecedented networking and keynote insight for fire service community
Aug. 14, 2025, Kelowna, B.C. – The Canadian Wildfire Conference (CWC), a premier event for wildfire suppression stakeholders, is proud to announce its expansion to a dynamic two-day show in 2025. This growth from a one-day event is set to offer...

Canadian Securities Exchange Reports July 2025 Performance Figures
"We are fully funded, fully permitted, and now entering the final stages of mine readiness — with no short-term debt, multiple successful government inspections, and a water treatment plant that has now been completed," said Rana Vig, President...

‘Great relief’: After uncertainty, Canadian Harvard students expect to return this fall
TORONTO – Thomas Mete says he is feeling “great relief” now that he knows he’ll be returning to Harvard University to finish the last year of his degree, after a tumultuous summer of limbo. “I can’t wait to be back in Cambridge,” the fourth-year...

How the Canadian wildfires are impacting air quality and public health
CADILLAC — If you’ve looked outside and noticed a cloud of haze in the air, you’re likely witnessing the impact of the wildfires burning in Canada. You may have also noticed air quality advisories and alerts being issued for parts of the state due...

LETTER: Canada must take urgent action on forest fire crisis
Forest fires are more critical to the country's future than U.S. trade dealings, this writer says Editor, An open letter to South Surrey-White Rock MP Ernie Klassen: First, let me congratulate you on your election as the South Surrey-White Rock...

Canada is boycotting US alcohol over Trump’s policies. It will leave American companies’ bottom lines dry
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

'CLIMATE LOCKDOWN': Canadian provinces ban hiking, fishing, camping—fines hit $28,000 for violating wildfire restrictions
The federal government and the media routinely link wildfires to climate change but statistics from Nova Scotia attribute the blame to arson in over 50 percent of cases. Responding to disbelief that there can be any correlation between hiking and...

Environment Canada warns of heavy rain, up to 80mm, for parts of B.C.'s south coast
VANCOUVER — Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for parts of Metro Vancouver as well as the lower Sunshine Coast and Howe Sound regions. VANCOUVER — Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for parts of Metro Vancouver as well...

Environment Canada warns of heavy rain, up to 80mm, for parts of B.C.'s south coast
VANCOUVER — Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for parts of Metro Vancouver as well as the lower Sunshine Coast and Howe Sound regions. VANCOUVER — Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for parts of Metro Vancouver as well...