Building Green on a Budget
A new article in the Tyee illustrates how building green can be done on a budget by spending more on the construction components that matter e.g.: building envelope, foundation and…
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Tofino By-Law Would Ban Franchises
The District of Tofino is currently drafting a by-law that would ban franchises from setting up shop in the district. The legislation aims to protects the uniqueness of the community….
BC’s Badly Broken Welfare System
A recent report from Ombudsman Kim Carter found that B.C.’s welfare system is overly complex and is not designed to to meet the needs of those applying for assistance, and…
Studies confirm fracking causes earthquakes
Two studies, one from the US geological service and another commissioned by the government in the UK have concluded that fracking, the process of blasting water, sand and chemicals deep…
Why human rights, safe schools, and Pink Shirt Day matter
…grounds of discrimination under the Canadian Human Rights Act and Criminal Code. Gender identity and expression are common grounds for bullying and harassment among school-aged youth. As schools take part…
Gold Trail BC School Trustees initiate anti-homophobia policy
The Gold Trail BC School District, encompassing Ashcroft, Cache Creek, Clinton, Lillooet and Lytton recently passed an anti-homophobioa policy. The decision to do so came up at a routine committee…
Grand Forks council oppose CETA agreement
…at possibly taking over management of our water, our waste and of our recycling – these are big companies. The thing that bothers me the most about CETA is the…
Vancouver updates laws to accommodates growing urban agriculture movement
Under current municipal laws, food grown on residential land cannot be sold commercially, but city council has asked staff to remove legal impediments in order to encourage local food production,…
CCPA’s “Our Schools / Ourselves” Spring Issue
…it is. It includes contributions from top Canadian researchers, writers and activits and provides insight on how communities can best care for children and families. Find more information at CCPA….
Edmonton embarks on ambitious green plan
A comprehensive sustainable growth plan for Edmonton was approved by city council on July 20th. “The Way We Green describes a future Edmonton that is carbon-neutral, generates zero waste, is…
2015 Partners in Horn of Africa & Columbia Institute Gala
…of the Canadian Labour Congress will emcee the event. Proceeds raised at event to support sustainable community development, education, and leadership building projects in Canada and Ethiopia. View photos here….
HSBC–Climate Smart Initiative: Accelerating Climate Action through Business Engagement
…and set to wrap up in June 2020, Climate Smart is partnering with HSBC and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce to engage businesses in climate action in all regions and…