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Environmental Protection Act review could strengthen human rights
Governments change — along with laws, regulations and priorities. It’s the nature of democracies. In…
Local action needed to resolve world’s biggest problems
Humans are an astonishing anomaly. As many species teeter on extinction, our populations grow in size and complexity. From exploring space to eradicating diseases and other remarkable achievements, human curiosity has pushed the outer limits of our physical universe. Yet our ability to embrace shared values has been challenging. More than a billion people live in poverty, inequality gaps are expanding, and we face unprecedented environmental challenges that threaten our survival.
Local action needed to resolve world’s biggest problems
Humans are an astonishing anomaly. As many species teeter on extinction, our populations grow in…
Silence of the Sharks – How You Can Help!
More than 70,000,000 sharks are hunted and killed every year. They can not stand up…
OFAH pleased with Canadian investment in Sea Lamprey Control Program
The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters has long called on the Government of Canada…
OFAH pleased with Canadian investment in Sea Lamprey Control Program
The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters has long called on the Government of Canada…
Six Senses Laamu Pledges to Help Conserve Sea Grass Areas of the Island
Six Senses Laamu recognizes the ecological importance of sea grass habitats and pledges to play a more active role in the conservation of sea grass beds around the resort island and in the Laamu Atoll.
Plastic straws suck
Of all the plastic products we use and take for granted, plastic drinking straws are…
Butterflyways blooming throughout the land
Pollinator pathway. Bumblebee highway. River of Flowers. Bee Line. These have all described habitat corridors…
The Great Fundy Coastal Cleanup: July 15, 2017
The Nature Conservancy of Canada is partnering with The Nature Trust of New Brunswick and many other great organizations to plan a large-scale, one-day marine debris cleanup event for multiple coastal and island nature preserves within Charlotte County.
The Great Fundy Coastal Cleanup: July 15, 2017
The Nature Conservancy of Canada is partnering with The Nature Trust of New Brunswick and…
Orca survival depends on protecting chinook salmon
Two of British Columbia’s most iconic species, chinook salmon and southern resident killer whales, are in trouble. The whale depends on the salmon for survival. Is it time to manage chinook fisheries with killer whales in mind?
Orca survival depends on protecting chinook salmon
Two of British Columbia’s most iconic species, chinook salmon and southern resident killer whales, are…
Defending the rights of Chemical Valley residents – Charter Challenge
Ecojustice lawyers represented Ada Lockridge and Ron Plain, two members of Aamjiwnaang First Nation, in their fight to ensure that the health of people living in one of Canada’s most polluted communities – Sarnia’s Chemical Valley – is protected.Ecojustice lawyers represented Ada Lockridge and Ron Plain, two members of Aamjiwnaang First Nation, in their fight to ensure that the health of people living in one of Canada’s most polluted communities – Sarnia’s Chemical Valley – is protected.
Defending the rights of Chemical Valley residents – Charter Challenge
Ecojustice lawyers represented Ada Lockridge and Ron Plain, two members of Aamjiwnaang First Nation, in…
Plastic Oceans Launches in Canada
Canada has embraced the global awaveofchange campaign following the successful launch of the Federally Incorporated Canadian Not for Profit branch of Plastic Oceans Foundation (POF Canada) alongside the premiere of A Plastic Ocean in Vancouver on 19th January. At POF Canada, we have been working to connect with all the organisations and individuals across Canada that participated in or have upcomi
Plastic Oceans Launches in Canada
Canada has embraced the global awaveofchange campaign following the successful launch of the Federally Incorporated…
Introducing Blue Fish Canada
Blue Fish Canada is a grassroots charity dedicated to protecting the health and future of Canada’s water and wild fish stocks.
Introducing Blue Fish Canada
Blue Fish Canada is a grassroots charity dedicated to protecting the health and future of…
Reporting Sick or Injured Seals in New Zealand
Project Jonah and the Department of Conservation receive a huge number of calls each year from concerned members of the public, reporting that seals are either ill, injured or in serious trouble – but sometimes this isn’t the case. By understanding the unusual quirks and habits of seals, we’re much better placed to help these animals when they really are in need.
Reporting Sick or Injured Seals in New Zealand
Project Jonah and the Department of Conservation receive a huge number of calls each year…
Fisheries Respond to Project Banjo Call to Protect Port Phillip Rays
After a three month campaign by the 780+ members of the Melbourne-based Project Banjo action group, Fisheries Victoria has invited public feedback on a draft Fisheries Notice outlining proposed amendments to regulations pertaining to the killing of rays, skates and guitarfish in Victoria.
Straws: Making a Sea of Change, One Straw at a Time
Each day in the United States, humans use an astounding 500,000,000 plastic straws. Recent reports show that…
Nature offers the best defence against flooding
Spring flooding in Canada this year upended lives, inundated city streets and swamped houses, prompting calls for sandbags, seawalls and dikes to save communities. Ontario and Quebec’s April rainfall was double the 30-year average
Nature offers the best defence against flooding
Spring flooding in Canada this year upended lives, inundated city streets and swamped houses, prompting…
Divers Release 700 Juvenile Lobsters for the National Lobster Hatchery
A group of volunteer divers, led by Mark Milburn, went out into Falmouth Bay yesterday to release seven hundred juvenile lobsters for the National Lobster Hatchery.
Divers Release 700 Juvenile Lobsters for the National Lobster Hatchery
A group of volunteer divers, led by Mark Milburn, went out into Falmouth Bay yesterday to…
Calling All Divers! An Underwater Treasure Hiding in Plain Sight Needs Your Help!
Do you love the underwater marine life around the UK and further afield? Ever fancied…
Bicycling never gets old
Two hundred years ago this month, an environmental and fuel crisis inspired one of our greatest inventions — a device so simple, efficient and useful that it’s turning out to be part of the solution to today’s environmental and fuel crises.
Bicycling never gets old
Two hundred years ago this month, an environmental and fuel crisis inspired one of our…
Our Plastic Problem and Five Ways You Can Help
As many social feeds are recently showing, the growing amount of plastic waste is readily evident in our daily lives. From the infamous video of good samaritans pulling a plastic drinking straw from the nose of a sea turtle, to the 2016 report showing that by 2050 our oceans will contain more weight in plastic waste than fish, it’s becoming apparent, and frankly hard to ignore, that people’s obsession with disposable plastic products is a problem.
Trump is a pariah in the face of climate crisis
In withdrawing from the Paris Agreement, U.S. President Donald Trump demonstrated monumental ignorance about climate change and the agreement itself. As Vox energy and climate writer David Roberts noted about Trump’s announcement, “It is a remarkable address, in its own way, in that virtually every passage contains something false or misleading.”
Trump is a pariah in the face of climate crisis
In withdrawing from the Paris Agreement, U.S. President Donald Trump demonstrated monumental ignorance about climate…
Scientists endorse WWF call for action to save Māui dolphins
For the fifth year in a row, leading international scientists have urged the New Zealand government to remove set netting (also called gillnetting) and conventional trawling from Māui dolphin habitat, to save the world’s smallest and rarest marine dolphin from extinction.
Scientists endorse WWF call for action to save Māui dolphins
For the fifth year in a row, leading international scientists have urged the New Zealand…
How is Seafood Caught? A Look at Fishing Gear Types in Canada
Seafood harvested in Canada are caught by a wide variety of fishing gears. Some gear types are known to be harmful to the health of the ocean because they are non-selective, removing species indiscriminately and damaging habitat.
How is Seafood Caught? A Look at Fishing Gear Types in Canada
Seafood harvested in Canada are caught by a wide variety of fishing gears. Some gear…
Protecting oceans is paying off
Do you remember Harry Potter’s invisibility cloak? It turns out wizards aren’t the only ones who can vanish from sight with a special coat. Marine researchers have discovered shrimp-like crustaceans called hyperiids that can hide in the open using internal nanotechnology to cloak themselves in invisibility. That’s just one among many fascinating discoveries to celebrate on World Oceans Day, June 8.
Protecting oceans is paying off
Do you remember Harry Potter’s invisibility cloak? It turns out wizards aren’t the only ones…
Second Reading of Bill S-238: Ban on Shark Fin Importation Act In Canada
On Tuesday in the Senate Chamber, Senator Michael L. MacDonald spoke at Second Reading of Bill S-238, the Ban on Shark Fin Importation Act, which he introduced in April.
Second Reading of Bill S-238: Ban on Shark Fin Importation Act In Canada
Senator MacDonald speaks at Second Reading of Bill S-238, The Ban on Shark Fin Importation…
World Ocean’s Day: Blue heart – an interview with Dr. Sylvia Earle
Dr Sylvia Earle is an American marine biologist, explorer, author, and lecturer. She has been a National Geographic explorer-in-residence since 1998. Earle was the first female chief scientist of the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and was named by Time Magazine as its first Hero for the Planet in 1998.
World Ocean’s Day: Blue heart – an interview with Dr. Sylvia Earle
Dr Sylvia Earle is an American marine biologist, explorer, author, and lecturer. She has been a National…
Top Shark Charities
With a growing media focus on the plight of our oceans, it is easier than ever to learn about marine conservation issues and get involved. There are many dedicated organizations out there, from worldwide charities to smaller, community-based initiatives. No matter what your preference or ability, there is a way to pitch in and help. Here are our picks for five top shark charities that working to preserve our oceans.
Top Shark Charities
With a growing media focus on the plight of our oceans, it is easier than…