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🌲 Est. 1980 🐟 Protect nature + defend wildlife + fight climate change 📍 Canada - British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario 🔗 wildernesscommittee.org

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CAPE BC - Canadian Ass'n of Physicians for the Environment BC @cape-bc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Join us Oct 5 for a public evening on the emerging health harms of Canada's oil & gas industry — new research finds people near wells in NE BC had up to 35% higher odds of asthma exacerbations. Free & open to all. Part of CAPE's National Day of Action on Planetary Health.
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Emerging Evidence of Health Harms from Canada's Oil and Gas Industry
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
“The extinction of the southern resident orcas could now have a name and a price tag: “Pacific Link” for $44 billion of mostly taxpayer money,” said Conservation and Policy Campaigner Lucero Gonzalez. #cdnpoli www.wildernesscommittee.org/news/canadas...
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Canada’s most expensive extinction attempt now has a name: “Pacific Link Pipeline”
Wilderness Committee condemns “project of national interest” designation for new west coast oil pipelineVANCOUVER / UNCEDED xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh AND səlilwətaɬ TERRITORIES — With no remorse in h...
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Wednesday, September 30, is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day to remember and honour the victims and survivors of the Canadian residential school system. Please take the time to reflect on its destructive legacy and challenge colonial and racist systems that remain in place.
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
PRESS RELEASE: New Ocean Protection Plan Won’t Offset Carney Government’s Megaprojects And Cuts www.wildernesscommittee.org/news/12-bill...
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$1.2 billion for ocean protection won’t offset Carney government’s megaprojects and cuts
Pennies for ocean protection are a distraction amidst the feds bulldozing environmental lawsVANCOUVER / UNCEDED xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵ wx̱wú7mesh AND səlilwətaɬ TERRITORIES - Wilderness Committee is outrage...
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Climate Justice Victoria @climatejusticeyyj.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
"21,000 people in B.C. were evacuated this summer, many fleeing for their lives... Hundreds of homes were destroyed... our elected leaders have been pouring fuel on the flames... The hopeful news is . . ." @bcclimateemergency.bsky.social @wildernews.bsky.social @myseatosky.bsky.social #bcpoli
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BC Needs a Real Climate Action Plan | The Tyee
After pressing the province for five years, we’re still coming up short.
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
🚨We have until October 1 to tell the Carney federal government: do not designate RBT2 as a project of national interest. Take Action: WildernessCommittee.org/RBT2 #CDNpoli #RBT2
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The Tyee @thetyee.ca · 28/09/2026
A Canadian scientist says Mark Carney's government is subsidizing the destruction of nature, contravening Canada's global biodiversity commitments. @sarahkcox.bsky.social reports. thetyee.ca/News/2026/09...
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Carney’s Push to Fund Industry Imperils Canada’s Nature Promises | The Tyee
Canada participated in a ‘historic’ global moment for biodiversity. Experts say we’re not following through.
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Eerie Raider 🛶🔥☠️ @ericreder.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
It's World Rivers Day! Winnipeg is having an election and candidates are talking about protecting the Seine River. Nature is the only thing that will support our society. We need bold commitments on protected areas and river corridors, not simply committee reports. #WPGpoli #WorldRiversDay
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
#NationalForestWeek is coming to a close, but we’ll be back again next week to protect ancient forests across Canada. For our final forest post, we’re showing the Walbran Valley in Pacheedaht territory, one of a dwindling number of valley-bottom old-growth forests in B.C.
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
You need the Wilderness Committee’s 2027 Wild Canada wall calendar. Whenever you need a break from doom-scrolling, you can look up at the wall and restore your sanity. These nature pics will never let you down. All for $15. Visit store.wildernesscommittee.org to make your purchase today!
Wilderness Committee's 2027 calendar cover features an aerial shot of Clayoquot Sound with towering mountains, forested islands and white sand beaches.
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
It’s National Forest Week in Canada and like every week we’re working hard to protect ancient forests from logging companies. In the Purcell Mountains, Argenta Face holds habitat of endangered southern mountain caribou on Ktunaxa, Secwepemc, Sinixt and Okanagan (Sylix) First Nations territories.
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
We've fought the "working forest model" before. Read our Forest Campaigner Sarafina Lewis-Henderson's take on the return of a long-dead strategy to put logging company profits over the protection of old-growth forests #bcpoli #oldgrowth www.wildernesscommittee.org/news/bc-gove...
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B.C. Government’s “working forest model” only works for logging companies
Under “no net loss” approach, land can only be added to protected areas if other protected land is rezoned for loggingIn the weeks before calling a snap election, the B.C. provincial government began ...
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
It’s National Forest Week in Canada and today, we’re spotlighting Duck Mountain Provincial Park in Manitoba on the territories of Minegoziibe Anishinabe, Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation and Tootinaowaziibeeng First Nation.
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
It’s National Forest Week in Canada & we're posting a new threatened forest each day. Next up is Fire Lake on Xa'xtsa Nation territory. B.C. is clearcutting this wildlife management area with prime spotted owl habitat — jeopardizing the ability of this extremely endangered species to ever recover.
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
“Approving more new fossil fuel infrastructure in a climate crisis is reckless and irresponsible & yet more evidence that Premier David Eby is happy to break his past promises on fighting climate change” -Climate Campaigner Isabel Siu-Zmuidzinas #bcpoli www.wildernesscommittee.org/news/bc-and-...
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B.C. and federal governments greenlight Tilbury LNG after summer of devastating wildfires
Facility will add a million tonnes of climate pollution as expansion forecast to cost ratepayers $1 billion
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Rachel Gilmore @rachelgilmore.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
A reporter asked the government about the Trumpian tactic of flooding the zone with this bill (it’s an omnibus!) and the ministers appear outraged. They balk at a question that…accurately characterizes what they’re doing. If you don’t like it, don’t do it!
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
It’s National Forest Week in Canada and like every week we’re working hard to protect ancient forests from logging companies. Forests are vital for the health of our planet and everything that lives on it — including us!
A towering tree on Flores Island in Ahousaht Territory on Vancouver Island.
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
While the weather is cooling down, the opportunities to learn about old-growth forests in Ontario are heating up! After last year’s roaring success, the Ontario old-growth symposium is back, bigger and better. Register: WildernessCommittee.org/ONOGS #ONpoli
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
“Flooding the zone” is a strategy of infamous Trump advisor Steve Bannon: overwhelm the public with a constant stream of policies so that no single one receives sustained scrutiny. Now Mark Carney is employing the same tactic in Canada. Learn more: WildernessCommittee.org/floodthezone
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
“Once they’re in the system, we don’t check them unless there’s a complaint,” the former official told The Narwhal in an interview. “We had to accept what clients were proposing.” Effectively, Ontario has no endangered species oversight right now. #ONpoli
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'Essentially silenced': Ontario's endangered species team after Bill 5 | The Narwhal
‘We were essentially silenced’: current and former Ministry of Environment officials say they were powerless after Doug Ford killed the Endangered Species Act
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Last chance! Join us for a day of paddling and exploring the fire scarred section of Nopiming Provincial Park. Learn how we can establish Springer Lake as a people-powered paradise instead of a playground for the military. Register here: www.wildernesscommittee.org/take-action/...
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
“We believe that the severe storm season is actually extending,” he says. “If you have a longer season, there’s more chances for tornadoes, more chances for the really big stuff.” Longer warm seasons = More chance for disaster #MBpoli
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Manitoba inches closer to a record year for tornadoes
It’s still unknown how climate change will impact tornadoes across Canada, but this year has seen more than the average. Here’s what you need to know
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
In the 2026 budget released in February, the Carney government cut $1.4 and $4.3 billion from ECCC & DFO. These cuts stand in stark contrast to the flood of $82 billion military funding allocated for the next five years. Read the full story: WildernessCommittee.org/FloodtheZone
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The Narwhal @thenarwhal.ca · 10/09/2026
Former and current staff at Ontario’s Ministry of Environment tell @fatimabsyed.bsky.social and @leahbortskuperman.bsky.social that Bill 5, and the death of the Endangered Species Act, left them powerless in protecting at-risk species. “We were essentially silenced.”
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Inside Ontario’s endangered species office after Bill 5 | The Narwhal
‘We were essentially silenced’: current and former Ministry of Environment officials say they were powerless after Doug Ford killed the Endangered Species Act
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Prime Minister Mark Carney is employing a Trump-inspired strategy called “flooding the zone,” where he throws so many policy announcements and new laws at us that we’re hardly able to respond. Our new report, Flood the Zone, unpacks this strategy 👇1/2🧵 #markcarney #cdnpoli
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Despite lots of rain we had a great time enjoying and working in old-growth forests on Sunrise Lake in Temagami. We made headways in completing a new trail to highlight old-growth features! #Temagami Help protect old-growth forests in Ontario here: www.wildernesscommittee.org/ONOGAction
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Did you know Springer Lake was proposed as an ecological reserve because of sensitive species and research in the region, but the military is using it instead? Last year's fires changed the forest, and human activity needs to change too. Write your letter: WildernessCommittee.org/Peace4Nopiming
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Mamdani (or someone like him) - transit users in Metro Van need your help! Municipal elections are happening this October. Head on over to sign MovementYVR's pledge and vote for public transit this election season: movementyvr.ca/transit-pledge-2026/ #publictransit #mamdani #vanpoli
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Climate Action Team Manitoba @climateactionmb.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
"Indigenous people in northern MB have heard this story before. Hydro, mining, flooding, & major development projects have all arrived with promises, paperwork, public relations, and pressure. Too often, our communities were left to live with the damage. So we are not confused." >>
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Joan Phillip, Amshen 💔 A tireless champion of Indigenous Rights and fixture on countless frontline fights to protect lands and waters across the province, Joan was one of a kind. Her legacy will be remembered forever. 1/2 🧵
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
"Most of the resources are in the north, and all the extraction projects will take place in the north," he said. "I truly believe we need more representation because this is in our territory." #MBpoli #Churchill #Manitoba
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Northern Manitoba chiefs raise new objections to corporation intended to enable Churchill port expansion | CBC News
Northern Manitoba First Nations are raising new objections to a corporation Premier Wab Kinew hopes will enable the expansion of the Port of Churchill and the construction of a liquefied natural gas s...
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
📍wančas hiłḥuuʔis (Meares Island, Tofino) We had the honour to maintain trails and build boardwalks with Colour the Trails and Tla-o-qui-aht Tribal Park stewards this August🌲#oldgrowth
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Logging has officially wiped out the #spottedowls from the wild in Canada. But it is still crucial to protect their habitat. If enough #oldgrowth remains, spotted owl breeding programs & migration from the U.S. could revitalize their numbers in Canada. Full video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eOf...
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
This weekend 👉 we have spots open on our day trip through an old-growth forest in Koksilah River Grove 🌲 This is an accessible way to learn more about #oldgrowth #forests. If you are located on Vancouver Island, RSVP on our website👇 www.wildernesscommittee.org/take-action/...
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Koksilah River Grove Day Hike
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
It's not just about stopping a pipeline, it's about stopping the extinction of hundreds of species. Stop the West Coast Oil Pipeline: wildernesscommittee.org/rejectwcop #climatechange #nature #wildlife
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Last weekend, the Wilderness Committee and Colour the Trails partnered on another amazing trail trip to Wah-nuh-jus--Hilthoois (Meares Island) Tribal Park in unceded Tla-o-qui-aht territory. It was such a lovely weekend of hard work and amazing company! #oldgrowth #forest #tofino
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Senior Campaigner Eric Reder joins CBC Radio Noon to talk about the proposed Northern Shield Pipeline and what Manitoba really needs to be worried about— the escalating climate disasters that are reshaping our way of life. #MBpoli #CDNpoli
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Seniors for Climate Action Now @seniorsfcan.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
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Wildfire season tracking to be fourth worst on record; fire risk remains elevated
So far this year, wildfires have burned more than 40,000 square kilometres — an area almost the size of Nova Scotia. Federal forecasters said Tuesday that September's fire risk stands to be well above...
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Manitoba Eco-Network @mbeconetwork.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
The Manitoba Eco-Network & @climateactionmb.bsky.social have partnered on a letter to Manitoba’s Government, focusing on “Regulatory Oversight of AI Data Centres and AI Infrastructure.” Full Letter: mbeconetwork.org/wp-content/u...
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Senior Campaigner Eric Reder joins CBC Radio Noon to talk about Wab Kinew's response to the Northern Shield pipeline proposal, Mark Carney's fossil fuel push, and the variable quality of Canada's premiers. Find Nature Can't Afford the Banker here: www.wildernesscommittee.org/publication/...
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Eric on the Northern Shield pipeline, Wab Kinew and Mark Carney | Wilder-news
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
The West Coast Oil Pipeline will cost upwards of $44 billion dollars while worsening natural disasters. You have until September 18 - write now: WildernessCommittee.org/RejectWCOP #climatechange #westcoast #bcpoli #cdnpoli #albertapolitics
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Victoria & Cowichan Valley friends! We had some spots open up for our trip to Koksilah River Grove. This is an easy way to spend a few hours learning about the importance of #oldgrowth #ecosystems and why we're fighting to protect them. Sign up 👇 www.wildernesscommittee.org/take-action/...
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Koksilah River Grove Day Hike
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Our hearts and minds are with all those impacted by #wildfires💚 With B.C. currently in a state of emergency, please share resources where possible. Visit @indigenousca.bsky.social's website for a list of mutual aid + community resources. www.indigenousclimateaction.com/entries/2026...
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2026 Wildfire Mutual Aid & Community Resources — Indigenous Climate Action
2026 Wildfire Mutual Aid & Community Resources
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Watch the full video on our YouTube: www.youtube.com/@wildernesscommittee #oldgrowth #logging #wildfire
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Prime Minister Carney's enthusiastic willingness to accept and fund oil and private profit is putting the Salish Sea in danger. Take action to protect endangered species today ⬇️ #biodiversity #fossilfuel www.wildernesscommittee.org/take-action/...
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Stop PM Carney from gutting Canada’s environmental laws
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
“The proposed changes are seen as a significant step backward in environmental protection, with potential long-term negative impacts on Ontario’s biodiversity and ecological integrity,” reads the internal ministry analysis from March. #ONpoli
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98.98% opposition to Doug Ford’s new endangered species law revealed | The Narwhal
Internal Ministry of Environment analysis shows ‘confusion’ and concerns about ‘negative impacts on Ontario’s biodiversity’ raised over the Species Conservation Act, under Bill 5
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
The B.C. government is speeding up the extinction of #oldgrowth #forests. Five years ago, their own scientists identified the highest priority forests to protect, but logging continues today.
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
“When people can’t visit these forests, can’t walk through them and see what’s at stake for themselves, it becomes much easier for #oldgrowth #logging to continue out of public view.” Our advocacy around backroads access is featured in this @thenarwhal.ca coverage: thenarwhal.ca/bc-carmanah-...
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Logging company closes access to B.C. provincial park | The Narwhal
Many B.C. parks are accessible only by resource roads controlled by private companies. The Carmanah Walbran closure raises questions about access to public land
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Wilderness Committee @wildernews.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
“Xatśūll will not stand idly by while selcwéycen and their habitat continue to face serious threats to their survival and long-term recovery,” said Kúkwpi7 (Chief) Rhonda Phillips. #caribou #logging wltribune.com/2026/07/21/x...
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Xat'sull First Nation files petition for emergency order to protect caribou - Williams Lake Tribune
"We are running out of time," says Chief Rhonda Phillips
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Canadian Dimension @canadiandimension.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
This summer's wildfires are not only a climate disaster, but a stark reminder of the consequences of dismantling climate policy, abandoning emissions targets, and trying to legislate ecological reality out of existence, writes Mark Winfield.
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The Ontario wildfires and Doug Ford’s record on climate change
Ontario’s role within Canada makes it capable of reconfiguring the direction of national climate policy. This summer’s wildfires are a signal that it needs to do that. The province needs to both adapt...
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