Climate Change

Climate Change

Climate Legislation Delays Lead to Lack of Confidence

In November 2020, the federal government created the Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act (Bill C-12). This is a legislative act that ensures political leaders are held responsible for reaching climate targets by reducing the emission of net-zero greenhouse gases (GHGs).
Additionally, this measure helps push the government to enforce action on climate change before 2050. However, the legislation has encountered some amendment delays due to the possibility of a federal election.
This has made various political parties blame each other for unnecessary delays. If the legislation doesn’t become law as soon as possible…

Climate Change

Canadian Parks & Trees Protection’s Biggest Climate Lawsuit

In November 2019, seven young people between the ages of 12-23 years announced that they’ll be suing Premier Ford. The young people showed their disappointment with the government’s ignorance of climate disasters. Following this, Canadian Parks & Trees Protection decided to take part in the lawsuit to support them in legal decisions.
When they spoke about their complaints, each one of them highlighted that the government is risking their future and generations to come. They said that …

Climate Change

Premiers Should Quit Politicking About Climate Actions

In April 2021, the Supreme Court of Canada concluded that the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act is constitutionally eligible to take action on the climate change disaster. The court also enacted the use of minimal carbon pricing qualities, which would be a better solution to climate changes.
Some Canadians accepted the ruling with open arms while other provinces like Ontario, Saskatchewan, and Alberta rejected it. These three provinces perceived that the court’s decision was scientifically incorrect and indefensible. They complained that the decision would later lead to unavoidable consequences.
However, the Court …