Canada
Manitoba government points to low inflation rate after fuel-tax cut
WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government says its fuel-tax cut is helping to keep the inflation rate low, but is not saying how long...
Federal government scales back carbon price rebates for small businesses
OTTAWA — The federal government is cutting the amount of money small- and medium-sized businesses will be given from carbon pricing revenues so...
Alberta First Nations seek answers on carbon capture and storage plans
Seven Alberta First Nations unite to question billion-dollar carbon storage plans over safety, treaty rights, and environmental risks.
Nova Scotia town fined $100K by Environment Canada for spilling raw sewage into brook
A town in central Nova Scotia has been fined $100,000 by the federal Environment Department for spilling raw sewage into a brook.
Sio Silica’s Vivian project blocked over potential risks to ground water supply
Provincial Premier Wab Kinew said there have been environmental concerns about the project.
Ottawa considers changes to clean electricity rules after consultations
OTTAWA, Ill. — Ottawa is considering alterations to its proposed clean electricity regulations. The possible changes come after consultations with industry. The government...
Manitoba denies environmental licence to contentious sand project
The Vivian project has failed to secure an environmental licence.
Ottawa promised Canadians two billion new trees, Quebec wants to cut some down
MONTREAL — The federal government committed to planting two billion trees across the country to restore natural habitats and fight climate change, and...
‘Economic reconciliation’: Mi’kmaw communities invest in Nova Scotia battery plants
OTTAWA — A corporation co-owned by 13 Mi’kmaw communities is investing in new battery plants with Nova Scotia Power, in what both parties...
Activists storm Canada finance minister’s office demanding climate laws for banks
TORONTO (Reuters) – Climate activists barged into Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland’s Toronto office on Thursday demanding the government announce climate-related regulation for...
