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The Narwhal @thenarwhal.ca · 08/10/2026
Presentations and videos from a network of 30-plus pro-fossil fuel groups show a coordinated effort to influence public opinion on climate change, and challenge environmental groups, journalists and First Nations land defenders. @meyer.bsky.social has the exclusive.
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‘Knowing our opponents’: how a pro-oil-and-gas group tracks journalists, First Nations and environmentalists
New research by Greenpeace Canada lays out a web of pro-oil and gas groups working together to influence public opinion on climate change.
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
The government is proposing to change how Bill C-39 is reviewed in Parliament. Ecojustice and civil society groups are calling for meaningful scrutiny by the relevant House committees. Read the full release: ecojustice.ca/news/civil-s...
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Civil society demands meaningful review of Bill C-39
Bill C-39 should be studied by relevant existing House of Commons Standing Committees
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
🚨 The proposed million-barrel-a-day pipeline is now on an accelerated path toward approval, with the Building Canada Act creating shortcuts around key environmental safeguards, including the Species at Risk Act. This first PONI designation sets a dangerous precedent. ecojustice.ca/news/ecojust...
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Have you been meaning to learn more about the landmark Mathur et al. v Ontario Charter challenge, but haven't had the time to? We've just made it easy. Press play, sit back and relax as we walk you through the case's history and next steps. www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHJj...
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Seven youth, seven years: What's next for the Mathur et al. v. Ontario climate case
YouTube video by Ecojustice Canada
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Clean Up Your Mess Alberta @cuym-alberta.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Amanda's waited for YEARS for an orphan well on her land to be cleaned up. Meanwhile, she can't build on that land or use it for livestock, and she fears the safety consequences of having a largely unmonitored well on her land. And the worst part? Amanda is far from the only one. #alberta #abpoli
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Remember when Premier Doug Ford scrapped Ontario’s main climate law just days before facing Ontario youth in court? We do. Next Thursday, we want to talk to you about it. Register on Zoom now >> ecojustice-ca.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
“A backstop that isn’t adequately funded fails to be a backstop at all. When the funds fall short, the economic, environmental, and health risks of these wells don’t disappear — they just get pushed onto Albertans.”  - Susanne Calabrese TAKE ACTION NOW 👉 ecojustice.ca/take-action/...
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
“Our case is asking a simple question: where is the government’s plan to meet Canada’s 2030 climate target? If the Carney government believes its climate plan is credible, it should be willing to defend it in court.” - Sophia Mathur Sign the statement of support now >> ecojustice.ca/take-action/...
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Meet the Smiths. For over 30 years, Nicole and Butch Smith built a life for themselves raising bison on the Alberta plains. Then, their lives were turned upside down when an energy company moved in next door. www.youtube.com/watch?v=e8VF...
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The Smiths’ Story: Alberta Ranchers Speak Out About Losing Farm After Fracking Company Moves In
YouTube video by Ecojustice Canada
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Rebecca Bollwitt @miss604.com · 18/08/2026
Updated my list of Summerland wildfire relief fundraisers hosted by the wine and hospitality industry in Vancouver:
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Supporting Summerland Wildfire Relief
Ways to support those affected by the Bald Range Wildfire that impacted Summerland through donations and fundraising events in Vancouver.
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
We don't buy that narrative, so we fact-checked some of these claims against their environmental, health, and economic realities. Read on our blog:
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LNG Myth-busting: What Canadians need to know
LNG is not a climate solution. And it’s not a reliable economic one either. Here are some common LNG myths, and how they hold up to science.
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
There’s a lot you can do to help. Support wildfire relief efforts. Tell your MP to tell them you still care about climate action. CALL NOW >> ecojustice.ca/take-action/...
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The Tyee @thetyee.ca · 10/08/2026
@adampolsen.bsky.social: The presentation was bureaucratic and rigid. We were reminded multiple times by the administrators that the question — whether or not the West Coast Oil Pipeline is in the national interest — is narrow, and we were cautioned to not get ahead of ourselves. #abpoli
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For Canada’s ‘Major Projects,’ Consultation Is Theatre | The Tyee
A summer info session on Alberta’s pipeline left a chill in the room for First Nations.
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
BREAKING: Today, Ontario’s highest court confirmed the next step in the groundbreaking youth-led #Mathur case — a new hearing at the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. PRESS RELEASE 👉 ecojustice.ca/news/ontario...
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Raincoast Conservation Foundation @raincoast.org · 01/07/2026
Recently, Canada’s federal government proposed sweeping changes to overhaul the laws that protect our lakes and streams, our wildlife, our oceans and the landscapes that are part of our Canadian identity. What Canada are you for? www.raincoast.org/2026/07/what...
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Three young Canadians, alongside health and environmental organizations, are taking the federal government to court, arguing that Prime Minister Carney’s government no longer has a credible plan to meet its legally binding 2030 climate target. Learn more ⬇️ www.cpac.ca/headline-pol...
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Environmental Groups Announce Lawsuit Over Fed. Climate Policy – June 16, 2026
At a press conference on Parliament Hill, environmental advocacy groups announce that they will bring a lawsuit against the federal government, on behalf of three youths, for allegedly violating the C...
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Kristy @kurlykristy.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Donation made - proud to support independent journalism - we need it now more than ever!
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
See you in court, Prime Minister Carney. LEARN MORE >> ecojustice.ca/news/youth-u... @environmentaldefence.ca @cape-acme.bsky.social
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West Coast Environmental Law @wcelaw.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
On #WorldOceanDay, let’s stand up for the waters that sustain coastal communities, wildlife, and livelihoods. A north coast oil pipeline proposal is expected by July 1 – we must defend the oil tanker ban. Use our action tool to email your local MP and the Minister of Transport ⬇️
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Write to your MP: Let’s keep the north coast oil-spill free
A north coast crude oil pipeline and tankers project would pose an unacceptable risk of a catastrophic spill that would irreparably harm the rich ecology of the area and the coastal economies that dep...
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
The pressure is working! Yesterday, the Carney government delayed its plans to gut Canada’s environmental regulations. Growing backlash has forced the federal government to push the consultation deadline from June 7 to July 22. Any new legislation will now be delayed until the fall.
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
“Ecojustice urges Prime Minister Carney to abandon any legislation that would sacrifice the environment and climate at the altar of political convenience.” - Kimberly Shearon, Executive Director, Ecojustice Read the full statement ⬇️ ecojustice.ca/news/leaders...
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Leaders of Canada’s largest environmental and conservation organizations unite on Parliament Hill to fight federal environmental rollbacks
Groups held a press conference declaring Prime Minister Carney and his government have gone too far Ottawa | Traditional, unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg People — Leaders of Canada’s…
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West Coast Environmental Law @wcelaw.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Good news: after hearing from thousands of Canadians, the federal government has extended the deadline for public input on its planned environmental rollbacks until July 22. Public pressure is working.
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Stop the Carney government's reckless deregulation agenda
Canada’s environmental safety net is under attack and we need your help The federal government is proposing a sweeping attack on our environmental safety net and we must put a stop to it. On May 8th, ...
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
"Extinction is not an acceptable trade-off." Our Nature Program Director, Margot Venton, shares her perspective in the Vancouver Sun on why endangered Southern Resident killer whales deserve stronger protections— not more risks from increased tanker traffic.
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WISH Drop-In Centre Society @wishdropin.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Since 1975 #InternationalSexWorkersDay = collective action. Help defend SW rights by sharing #ISWD content, and if you can, make a donation to a local SW serving org. We are stronger together, and your support truly has an impact. Thank you! form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/wish-dr...
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The Narwhal @thenarwhal.ca · 29/05/2026
The federal government has begun assessing whether piping plovers on Wasaga Beach face imminent threats, after the Doug Ford government removed their protections. The results will determine if the tiny birds get federal protection. thenarwhal.ca/wasaga-beach...
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Federal government assessing threats to piping plovers in Wasaga Beach | The Narwhal
The stretch of the popular southern Ontario beach used by the endangered bird is no longer provincially protected. After a court challenge, the federal government is now assessing whether to step in
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UBC IRES @ires.ubc.ca · 20/05/2026
Canada has finally acknowledged environmental injustice. Now the real work begins. With consultations on the horizon, public participation will be key to turning recognition into action. @manvi.bsky.social explains what’s at stake in her new op-ed: www.hilltimes.com/2026/05/06/c...
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West Coast Environmental Law @wcelaw.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
#Orcas are already fighting for survival. Now, PM Carney and the Alberta gov’s plans for a new oil pipeline from Alberta to the Pacific coast (and proposal to weaken endangered species protections to fast-track it) could push SRKWs closer to extinction. #cdnpoli
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Orcas could be casualty in Carney’s push for pipeline, environmental groups fear
Rush to develop fossil fuel infrastructure in Canada collides with laws meant to protect endangered species
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East Coast Environmental Law @ecelaw.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
This Biodiversity Day, the theme is clear: "acting locally for global impact." Addressing biodiversity loss can feel daunting, but local engagement and strong legal frameworks are where real progress begins.
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Today, Prime Minister #MarkCarney topped off the recent slew of environmental and climate rollbacks with one more: ✅ Big polluters in Alberta get a big break on the industrial carbon price and a clear path to a new bitumen pipeline. 🙃 🙃 🙃 Who wins here? Not Canadians. READ 👉 bit.ly/4tHYK5F
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Kristy @kurlykristy.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Worth paying attention to! Worth asking questions about! Worth speaking up for! #climate #pipeline #fedpol #speciesextinction
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
From production to end-of-life, plastics threaten the environment and burden our economy. Yet despite its known harms, consumption of plastic is expected to double by 2050 and triple by 2060, unless countries take bold action to address the growing crisis.
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WISH Drop-In Centre Society @wishdropin.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
The number of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people (MMIWG2S+) is staggering. #RedDressDay is inspired by The REDress Project created by Métis artist & activist Jamie Black. In her installations, the empty red dresses “evoke a presence through the marking of absence.”
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WISH Drop-In Centre Society @wishdropin.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
"The campaign comes seven weeks before the FIFA World Cup comes to Vancouver. Police often warn about increases in human trafficking during major sporting events, experts say, and those warnings are, in part, used to justify an increase in policing surveillance." thetyee.ca/News/2026/04...
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Experts Critique New RCMP Human Trafficking Campaign | The Tyee
They say it leads to increased surveillance and racial profiling. And there’s a better way to respond.
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Rebecca Bollwitt @miss604.com · 29/04/2026
@megaphonemagazine.com amplifies marginalized voices and creates meaningful work for those experiencing poverty. You can help them raise funds to continue to invest in the community. + Join an evening of storytelling and community at the Voices of the Street literary anthology launch May 14.
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Megaphone Magazine Spring Campaign
Megaphone Magazine amplifies marginalized voices and creates meaningful work for those experiencing poverty. Help raise funds to continue to invest in the community.
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The Narwhal @thenarwhal.ca · 28/04/2026
We're hearing reports that piping plovers are making their way back to Ontario. Their return could look a little different in Wasaga Beach, since the endangered bird is no longer landing in a protected provincial park. Here's why: thenarwhal.ca/wasaga-beach...
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Wasaga Beach's endangered piping plovers await federal protection | The Narwhal
The endangered bird will soon return to a stretch of Wasaga Beach that is no longer protected by Ontario. Environmental groups are urging the Canadian government to step in
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Sarah Cox @sarahkcox.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
A new old-growth logging controversy is heating up on Vancouver Island in the Tsitika River watershed, a haven for at-risk species like the marbled murrelet seabird. My story for @thetyee.ca #biodiversity www.thetyee.ca/News/2026/04...
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The Forest Quietly Removed from BC’s Old-Growth Deferral List | The Tyee
Most of Vancouver Island has been logged. Now, one of the last ancient forests, in the Tsitika River watershed, is on the chopping block.
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The Narwhal @thenarwhal.ca · 22/04/2026
The stretch of Wasaga Beach used by piping plovers is no longer protected under Ontario law. Environmental groups have asked the feds to issue an emergency order for the endangered bird's protection, before it migrates back to the beach. Now they're going to court. thenarwhal.ca/wasaga-beach...
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Will the piping plovers of Wasaga Beach gain federal protection? | The Narwhal
The endangered bird uses a stretch of Wasaga Beach that is no longer protected by Ontario. Environmental groups are urging the Canadian government to step in
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Amending BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act to deny Nations access to courts could set back reconciliation efforts by decades. 130+ civil groups are urging Premier Eby & the BC government to recommit to upholding #IndigenousRights. 👉 www.wcel.org/DeclarationAct #DRIPA
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Earth Month is your chance to double your impact 🌎 This Earth Month, we’re celebrating 35 years of Ecojustice, and the community that makes our work possible. To kick things off, a group of generous donors are matching donations throughout April — up to $35,000!
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WISH Drop-In Centre Society @wishdropin.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Visibility can be a balancing act – especially at a time when misinformation is fuelling anti-trans hate – but visibility is also an act of resistance. #TransIsBeautiful #TDOV #TDOV2026
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Sarah Cox @sarahkcox.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Who ever knew there’s a teeny endangered tarantula - the size of a blueberry - in BC old-growth forests? Here’s my #biodiversity story today. Just 14 Species Have 'Genuinely' Improved on BC's At-Risk Lists via @thetyee.ca www.thetyee.ca/News/2026/03...
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Just 14 Species Have ‘Genuinely’ Improved on BC’s At-Risk Lists | The Tyee
That’s out of 2,642 struggling species tracked in a new wildlife study.
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 21/03/2026
If reviews could save forests, B.C. would be thriving 🌲 Instead, we have decades of reports and continued logging of old growth. What’s missing? Action! How many reports does it take before real change happens? ecojustice.ca/news/b-c-s-forests-re… #IntlDayOfForests
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
BREAKING: The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is refusing to follow its own conflict of interest rules. Demand a public inquiry to keep Alberta’s oil and gas regulation aligned with the public interest 👉 bit.ly/4dhukCL
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Happening tonight! Watch Muhannad Malas, Director of Law Reform, and Julia Croome, Director of Litigation Practice, present to the Senate of Canada on the proposed exemption powers in Part 5, Division 5 of budget bill C-15. senparlvu.parl.gc.ca/harmony/en/p... #BillC15 #Democracy #FedPol
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WISH Drop-In Centre Society @wishdropin.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
Have you ever thought about making a monthly donation to WISH? It’s very helpful from an organizational point of view – but it's easy, and convenient, for supporters too! Learn why this type of giving is as thoughtful as it is generous: wish-vancouver.net/campaign/bec...
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The Narwhal @thenarwhal.ca · 03/03/2026
Forestry companies hold licences to log in Canada’s inland temperate rainforest, home to endangered caribou and rare lichens. A proposal for a new provincial park now has renewed interest, via @sarahkcox.bsky.social thenarwhal.ca/rare-canadia...
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Rare Canadian rainforest at risk from logging | The Narwhal
Two forestry companies hold licences to log in B.C.’s rare rainforest, home to ancient trees, endangered caribou and rare lichens. Could a provincial park preserve the region?
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
‼️Urgent‼️ 📣 Take action now: Email your MP and the key members of the Standing Committee on Finance today. Urge them to remove Part 5, Division 5 from Bill C-15. Make your voice heard before it’s too late - they vote Monday! ecojustice.ca/take-action/... #BillC-15
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Urgent: Tell your MP to oppose Part 5, Division 5 of Bill C-15
The federal government is proposing to give Ministers sweeping new powers to exempt businesses and even government bodies from virtually all federal laws — from environmental protections to workplace…
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
It’s #PensionAwarenessDay, and there’s a new case unfolding that every Canadian pension holder should be paying attention to 👀 Four young people are taking the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board to court for underestimating climate-related financial risks. Learn what’s at stake: bit.ly/4ckWOuT 👈
Text reads: Case to Watch: Young people are suing Canada's largest pension manager over climate risk. In the background is an image of the youth clients and members of their legal team standing on Bay Street.
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Ecojustice @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
📢 80+ civil society leaders from legal, labour, enviro, faith, academic & arts communities are standing together for human rights and reconciliation – calling on #BCgov to recommit to implementing not amending #DRIPA. Read the statement 👉 bit.ly/40iM1d8
Image of trees in the background, with text at the top that reads "Joint Statement," followed by white text that reads "Civil Society Leaders Rally Behind BC Declaration Act"
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