The federal government is cutting funding to Industry Canada’s “Community Access Program”, which helps hundreds of community groups and hospitals provide free internet access. Rural areas will be the most…
…organisations, academics and communities. This report presents SHaRE’s analysis of the current and emerging international human rights standards for the mining sector. It details how mining companies should demonstrate their commitment…
…a practical guide to helping communities identify the outsourced work and services that can and should be brought back in house. Download the report, “Back in House: Why Local Governments…
…fact, when Republicans were asked to support climate change initiatives based on disasters happening in distant places they were found to be more steadfast in their refusal to participate. This…
…original decision to give these provinces more seats was based on recent census numbers that showed large population increases in urban and suburban areas. Pressure from Quebec and the Atlantic…
…moment of agreement, it looks as though the Liberals are on side. Read more at the CBC. To find out more about pesticide bylaws and bans, visit Pesticide Free BC. …
Innovation in Surrey abounds! The soon to open City Centre Library will have an innovative program that enlists local residents, who are experts in various capacities, to be available on…
Last month, thirty-six BC communities adopted a policy requiring all new homes to be solar ready, meaning they will be built with space to accommodate a solar hot water heating…
Sam Magavern, a volunteer attorney for the City of Buffalo Living Wage Commission will be joining Hamilton Wentworth school board Trustee Alex Johnstone and Hamilton Roundtable for Poverty Reduction Director…
The City of Edmonton is partnering with REACH, a community-based organization focused on safety, to reduce violent crime. The focus will be on providing 24/7 social services to at risk…
…those under eighteen. Clearly, BC is not in compliance with this commitment that was enacted in June 2017. British Columbians support better protection for children and youth. In our poll…
…suburbanites and cars will drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help combat global warming. Planners in California are currently looking to develop a car-reduced community on the outskirts of Oakland.…