Statement: Methylmercury ‘time bomb” ticking with start of Muskrat Falls reservoir impoundment
Press Release Our many efforts to convince the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador and Nalcor Energy to take necessary measures to mitigate impacts of methylmercury on the Lake Melville ecosystem…
Government of Canada Partnering with Indigenous Coastal Communities to Enhance Marine Safety Across the Country
Press Release From: Canadian Coast Guard August 8, 2019 Miawpukek First Nation, Newfoundland and Labrador — Through the Oceans Protection Plan, the Government of Canada is working in partnership with…
The NWMO’s new Mobile Learn More Centre launches with visit to Manitouwadge, Constance Lake First Nation and Hornepayne
Press Release The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) has rolled out a new Mobile Learn More Centre as a way to engage people around Canada’s plan for the safe, long-term…
WWF-Canada Restoration Fund recipient Katzie First Nation to restore traditional B.C. landmark and salmon spawning ground
Press Release VANCOUVER, August 7, 2019 —The 2019 WWF-Canada Restoration Fund recipient, British Columbia’s Katzie First Nation, will use the $150,000 CAD grant to restore the Upper Pitt River’s Blue…
Ecojustice: Jumbo Valley to stay wild
Press Release “Zombie” project cannot proceed after Court rules Minister’s decision must stand VANCOUVER, August 6, 2019 – Ecojustice is celebrating a win for Jumbo Valley, an area of B.C.’s Purcell…
RM 003-2019 Notice – Iqaluit – September 11th, 2019
Press Release The NWMB shall meet at least twice per year and may meet as often as it deems fit (Nunavut Agreement 5.2.14). Generally, the NWMB holds quarterly in-person meetings…
Federal support for 20 British Columbia flood mitigation projects
Press Release August 8, 2019 Ottawa, Ontario Public Safety Canada Flooding is Canada’s costliest and most frequent natural disaster. Communities are looking for solutions to mitigate the costs and damages…
BC Assembly of First Nations Calls for Closure of Fraser Salmon Fishery
Press Release (Lheidli T’enneh Territory, Prince George, BC – August 7, 2019)– The BC Assembly of First Nations (BCAFN) is calling on Canada to issue a closure to all marine and recreational Fraser…
Government of Canada supports climate education and awareness by International Institute for Sustainable Development
Press Release August 7, 2019 – Winnipeg, Manitoba Climate change is one of the defining challenges of our time. Increasing education, awareness, and action on climate change supports Canada’s efforts…
Coast Funds Announces Shareholder Proxy Voting Guidelines Advocating for the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Press Release GREAT BEAR RAINFOREST, BRITISH COLUMBIA—Coast Conservation Endowment Fund Foundation (“Coast Funds”)—an Indigenous-led conservation finance organization created by First Nations, the governments of British Columbia and Canada, and private…
