MEDIA RELEASE Provident Development completes the first of five homes it will construct as part of a Canada-wide Net Zero Energy initiative (Bedford, NS, November 2, 2015) Today, Provident Development hosted a ribbo... Click Here to Read More
Traffic Alert: Queen’s Park Crescent (south of Bloor) northbound lane restrictions due to the unloading of a 40-foot Ontario-grown spruce Christmas tree at the Gardiner Museum. PHOTO OPPORTUNITY/MEDIA ADVISORY Beautif... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory WHEN: Tuesday, November 3rd, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. WHERE: Queen’s Park Media Studio, Legislative Building, Queen's Park, Toronto, Ontario Acting Commissioner Ellen Schwartzel will release this year’s... Click Here to Read More
Avis aux médias QUAND : le mardi 3 novembre 2015 à 10 h OÙ : studio des médias de Queen’s Park, édifice de l’Assemblée législative, Queen's Park, Toronto, Ontario La commissaire intérimaire Ellen Schwart... Click Here to Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY Location: Bedford, Nova Scotia The only East Coast homebuilder in national Net Zero Energy project, chooses Bedford, Nova Scotia as site for its five net zero energy ready homes Wh... Click Here to Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY For Release: IMMEDIATELY Location: Toronto, Ontario What: Adaptability Canada, a leading commercial accessibility company, focused on serving large, complex public, private and non-profit organizat... Click Here to Read More
ThermoDrain to supply drain water heat recovery units for provincial program (October 26, 2015, Winnip... Click Here to Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Home buyers can now own one of the most energy efficient homes in Canada (October 8th, 2015, Ottawa, ON) Minto Communities Canada is proud to introduce its Net Zero Energy... Click Here to Read More
Mayor Steve Parish, Town of Ajax Date: October 6, 2015 Time: 9 to 11 a.m. Location: Queen’s Park Mayor Steve Parish is one of 20 elected officials attending the first Great Lakes Day at Queen’s Park. A... Click Here to Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY Location: Kanata, Ontario When: Thursday, October 8, 2015 10:00 am What: Minto celebrates the completion of the first Net Zero Energy home it has built as part of a Canada-wide program. The Net ... Click Here to Read More
News Release September 25, 2015 On September 24, Pickering Ajax Citizens Together to Protect Our Water (PACT POW) delivered a strong message to the provincial committee reviewing the proposed Great Lakes Protection Act (Bill 66): “Save the ... Click Here to Read More
Report Card released on the opening of the UN Sustainable Development Summit FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 25, 2015 As the United Nations prepares to endorse a new set of 17 goals for sustainable development,... Click Here to Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Legal technology puts 5 million pages of laws from around the world (... Click Here to Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Toronto, September 21, 2015 -- Led by Premiers Kathleen Wynne of Ontario and Philippe Couillard of Quebec, the 2016 list of “Canada’s Clean50” celebrates the accomplishments of 50 sustainability leaders dr... Click Here to Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Calls on government to revoke permits for Yaakswiis site, rallies today in Vancouver 18 September 2015, Vancouver, BC - Sea Shepherd Canada has issued a statement expressing its f... Click Here to Read More
MEDIA RELEASE For Release: IMMEDIATELY Location: Guelph, Ontario Reid’s Heritage Homes celebrates the first of 25 net zero energy homes to be built across Canada (September 11, 2015, Guelph, ON) ... Click Here to Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY For Release: IMMEDIATELY Location: Guelph, Ontario What: Reid’s Heritage Homes invites members of the media to Guelph for the inaugural ribbon cutting event for a national demonstra... Click Here to Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CRI Releases New Report, “The Environmental and Economic Performance of Beverage Container Reuse and Recycling in British Columbia, Canada” LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 25, 2015--As it ... Click Here to Read More
When a post to Stephen Harper’s Facebook page featuring an Atlantic salmon announced the Conservatives are “Protecting Bri... Click Here to Read More
Social media gaffe suggests government priority is farmed, not wild salmon, says biologist Sointula, 24 Aug 2015 -- Stephen Harpers’ recent announcement of $15 million for wild salmon habitat restoration was met with... Click Here to Read More
Media Release Toronto, ON, August 19, 2015: Microgrids, disruptive technology and cutting edge research were the topics of conversation as a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between Ryerson University and India-based Tech Mahind... Click Here to Read More
Press Release August 18, 2015 - Niagara-on-the-Lake Hydro announced today their collaborative partnership with Tech Mahindra Ltd. to build an Intelligent Electric Vehicle Charging System (IEVCS) designed to contribute toward Ontario’s cle... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory Microgrid Facility Tour, Photo/Interview Opportunity WHEN Wednesday August 19, 2015 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. WHERE Ryerson Centre for Urban Energy Conference Room 147 Dalhousie St. Toronto, ON... Click Here to Read More
August 17, 2015 Media Advisory Niagara-on-the-Lake Hydro and Tech Mahindra will host Bob Chiarelli, Ontario Minister of Energy to announce a clean energy initiative in the region. Where: Click Here to Read More
Media Release Proper disposal of old fridges and freezers has climate change and energy saving benefits (Oakville, ON, July 31, 2015) Today, Minister of the Environment and Climate Change, Glen Murray,... Click Here to Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 28, 2015 THUNDER BAY, ON: Former Chiefs of Ontario Grand Chief Charles Fox and family are exci... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory Plant Tour, Photo/Interview Opportunity Minister of the Environment and Climate Change to tour recycling facility in Oakville WHAT Ontario’s Minister of the Environment and Cl... Click Here to Read More
Kanata neighbourhood will feature Minto Communities’ latest Net Zero Energy homes (July 22, 2015, Ottawa, ON) Minto Communities is excited to announce the construction of five of the most energy efficient homes in... Click Here to Read More
Don’t let old, inefficient building envelopes affect your monthly heating and cooling bills (Ottawa, ON, July 21, 2015) Knowing about a home’s insulation is an important part of assessing how much energy your new p... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, July 14, 2015 - Ontario’s acting Environmental Commissioner said a lack of coordinated and easy-to-use projections for climate change is making it hard for government and business leaders to adapt to the new reality. Ellen Schwar... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 14 juillet 2015 - La commissaire à l’environnement intérimaire de l’Ontario a dit que le manque de prévisions coordonnées et conviviales sur le changement climatique fait en sorte qu’il est difficile pour le gouvernement ... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, July 7, 2015 - Ontario’s acting Environmental Commissioner Ellen Schwartzel offers some praise for the provincial government, but also a warning the government will find it difficult to meet its next target for combatting climate ch... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 7 juillet 2015 - La commissaire à l’environnement intérimaire, Ellen Schwartzel, fait l’éloge du gouvernement provincial, mais l’avertit par la même occasion qu’il lui sera difficile d’atteindre sa prochaine cible dan... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory WHEN: Tuesday, July 7th, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. WHERE: Room 148, Queen’s Park Media Studio, Legislative Building, Queen's Park, Toronto, Ontario The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario will release the annua... Click Here to Read More
Avis aux médias QUAND : Le 7 juillet 2015 à 10 h. OÙ : Salle 148, Studio des médias de Queen's Park, Assemblée législative, Queen's Park, Toronto, Ontario. Le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario publie... Click Here to Read More
TORONTO (June 26, 2015) From reducing paper use in its offices to investing in Canada’s youth, Rogers continues its efforts to make a difference from coast to coast as revealed in its annual Corporate Social Responsibility report (CSR). ... Click Here to Read More
TORONTO, le 26 juin 2015 - De la diminution de l’utilisation du papier dans ses bureaux à l’investissement en faveur des jeunes du Canada, Rogers poursuit ses efforts pour faire sa marque d’un océan à l’autre, comme le révèle son ... Click Here to Read More
NAIMA Canada provides one-stop resource to save money on insulation upgrades (June 24, 2015, Ottawa ON) We all ... Click Here to Read More
Media Release Construction Voyer building six net zero energy homes as part of Natural Resources Canada’s ecoENERGY Innovation Initiative’s national Net Zero Energy project (June 22, 2015, Laval, QC Click Here to Read More
COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE Construction Voyer bâti six habitations à consommation énergétique nette zéro dans le cadre de l'Initiative écoÉNERGIE sur l'innovation de Ressources naturelles Canada pour le projet national de consommation... Click Here to Read More
AVIS AUX MÉDIAS Pour publication : IMMÉDIATE Lieu : Laval, Québec Quoi? Construction Voyer invite les membres des médias à un événement novateur à Laval dans le cadre d’un projet de démonstration nationa... Click Here to Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY For Release: IMMEDIATELY Location: Laval, Québec What: Construction Voyer invites the media to its groundbreaking event in Laval as part of a national demonstration project that will almost double... Click Here to Read More
(June 16th 2015) As Ontario Local Distribution Companies (LDC) and electricity utilities consider their options for providing energy conservation demand management (CDM) programs, required under the new 2015-2020 provincial energy conservation... Click Here to Read More
(Ottawa, ON, June 9, 2015) Ontario's new pesticide regulation requires a permanent reduction of 80% in the use of corn and soybean seeds coated with neonicotinoids (imidacloprid, clothianidin and thiamethoxam). This regulation is novel in its ... Click Here to Read More
(June 9, 2015 Toronto, ON) The Ontario Restaurant, Hotel & Motel Association (ORHMA) recognizes that its members are in need of assistance when it comes to accessibility retrofits and compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabi... Click Here to Read More
MEDIA RELEASE Promises change and a clear voice in Parliament for the community to packed house June 8, 2015 GUELPH, ON - Gord Miller, former Environmental Commissioner of Ontario, won the nomination to be... Click Here to Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY June 5, 2015 GUELPH, ON - Elizabeth May, Leader of the Green Party of Canada, will join Gord Miller, former Environmental Commissioner of Ontario, at the Guelph Green Party nomination meeting on June 8. Mike Schreiner, Le... Click Here to Read More
June 1, 2015 To: Premier Christy Clark We the undersigned chiefs applaud the recent federal court decision to disallow the salmo... Click Here to Read More
MEDIA RELEASE Citizens, First Nations, conservation groups and business leaders call on premier to stop salmon farm expansion (May 27, 2015, Victoria, B.C.) - More than 100,000 people have signed a pet... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory Old tires can be dropped off at no cost at over 60 auto recyclers across the province during the six-day collection Ontario Automotive Recyclers As... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory Severely disabled children to benefit Ontario Automotive Recyclers Association (OARA) and its partners Click Here to Read More
(Ottawa, ON, May 22, 2015) Canada's Pesticide Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) promised to report on their review of the “value” of neonicotinoid pesticides in 2014 to be followed by a public consultation. This is a key element of PMRA'... Click Here to Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY Making informed choices at Canadian plant and garden centres Last year, Friends of the Earth tested flowers in 18 cities across North America and discovered over half contained bee-toxic neonicotinoids. (See... Click Here to Read More
MEDIA RELEASE May 20, 2015 GUELPH, ON - Gord Miller, former Environmental Commissioner of Ontario, today announced that... Click Here to Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY May 19, 2015 GUELPH, ON - Gord Miller, former Environmental Commissioner of Ontario, will announce his plan to run in the upcoming federal election in the riding of Guelph. When: Wednesday, May 20, 2015 10... Click Here to Read More
(May 12, 2015, Sointula, BC) A 24-page booklet released today by Pacific Coast Wild Salmon Society provides an overview o... Click Here to Read More
For Immediate Release May 7, 2015 Department of Fisheries and Oceans needs to err on the side of caution in regulating fish farms, Court rules VANCOUVER - The Federal Court has Click Here to Read More
RONA discloses 70% nursery plants neonic-free this year Friends of the Earth Canada congratulates RONA on its commitment and performance to reduce the use of neonicotinoids in its nursery plants. Last year, Friends of the Earth tested nursery pla... Click Here to Read More
Save the earth - and the economy (April 21, 2015) This Earth Day marks a major turning point for both our planet and our global economy, with a surge in the use of zero emissions renewable energy. According t... Click Here to Read More
Save the earth - and the economy (April 21, 2015) This Earth Day marks a major turning point for both our planet and our global economy, with a surge in the use of zero emissions renewable energy. According t... Click Here to Read More
Save the earth - and the economy (April 21, 2015) This Earth Day marks a major turning point for both our planet and our global economy, with a surge in the use of zero emissions renewable energy. According t... Click Here to Read More
Save the earth - and the economy (April 21, 2015) This Earth Day marks a major turning point for both our planet and our global economy, with a surge in the use of zero emissions renewable energy. According t... Click Here to Read More
(April 13, 2015, Toronto, ON) Vladan Veljovic, President and CEO of GreenSaver was quick to praise Premier Wynne and Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Glen Murray on a new Ontario cap-and-trade plan for carbon emissions and wished th... Click Here to Read More
Friends of the Earth Canada Statement (April 9, 2015 Ottawa, ON) - Lowe’s, North America’s second largest home improvement company, Click Here to Read More
Premier Wynne and Ministers of Environment and Agriculture cited as North American leaders (March 23, 2015, Ottawa, ON) Today, following extensive public consultation, Ontario tabled a Regulation to permanently reduc... Click Here to Read More
“A futuristic, sci-fi thriller with a constant kernel of hope. No small feat!” Elizabeth May, Leader, Green Party of Canada Canada’s solar-powered publisher, Simpatico Song & Script, is pleased ... Click Here to Read More
(Sointula, BC, March 12, 2015) Alexandra Morton a biologist who has studied the impact of industrial open net salmon farming and become ... Click Here to Read More
(Ottawa, ON, March 12, 2015) German chemical giant Bayer has failed in its attempt to muzzle Friends of the Earth Germany (BUND) over the environmental group's claims that thiacloprid, a pesticide manufactured by Bayer, harms bees. Thiacloprid... Click Here to Read More
A statement from Grand Chief Lawrence Martin March 10, 2015 We have reached a turnin... Click Here to Read More
(Lindsey, ON, March 1, 2015) This year's winter storms have created conditions that could lead to loss of heat for your home. The Ontario Chapter of the Canadian Oil Heat Association (COHA) is advising homeowners to check outdoor home oil heat... Click Here to Read More
Media Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 27, 2015 Toronto, ON - This afternoon the provincial government launched the much anticipated public review of the plans that protect the Oak Ridges Moraine, Niagara Escarpmen... Click Here to Read More
(February 26, 2015, Ottawa ON) To coincide with Talk Energy Week 2015, NAIMA Canada has released three videos to increase energy efficiency awareness among hom... Click Here to Read More
(Halifax, NS, February 26, 2015) This year's excessive winter storms have created potential hazards that could lead to loss of heat for your home. The Nova Scotia Chapter of the Canadian Oil Heat Association (COHA) is advising homeowners to ch... Click Here to Read More
(Moncton, NB, February 26, 2015) This year's excessive winter storms have created potential hazards that could lead to loss of heat for your home. The New Brunswick Chapter of the Canadian Oil Heat Association (COHA) is advising homeowners to ... Click Here to Read More
Don’t let snow stop your furnace (Toronto, Feb 10, 2015) Ontario winters bring challenges to be overcome, none less welcome than a furnace that has stopped working on a cold night. Every winter after a large snowfall... Click Here to Read More
BC and Norway mirror images of a salmon farming disaster One month ago, on January 10, 2015,... Click Here to Read More
Op-Ed By Gideon Forman and Beatrice Olivastri Back in November, the Ontario government signaled its intention to reduce the use of “neonic” pesticides on corn and soy seed by 80% by 2017. A prime motivator for t... Click Here to Read More
Note: The following op-ed piece is a response from the Environmental Commissioner’s discussion of on and off-peak electricity prices flowed from the release of the Click Here to Read More
Nova Scotia residents are eligible for rebates and financing (January 18, 2015, Huntsville, ON) Approximately one-third of Nova Scotia homeowners get some or all of their space heat from wood stoves. For one-quarter of... Click Here to Read More
Op-Ed January 15, 2015 Sometimes you have to stand back to see the big picture. After thirty years in the environmental movement in Canada, I am doing just that. I spent much of the past year researching a major report on Canad... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 13 janvier 2015 - Le commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario dit attendre la suite des choses en ce qui concerne la philosophie Priorité à la conservation de l’énergie du gouvernement. Au moment de la publica... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, 13 Jan. 2015 - Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner says he’s adopting a wait-and-see attitude towards the government’s Conservation First philosophy. In releasing his 2014 Energy Conservation Progress Report “Pla... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario will release his 2014 Annual Energy Conservation Progress Report. Topics covered in this year's Report include Review of Policy Developments 2013-2014 and updates on gov... Click Here to Read More
Avis aux médias Le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario publiera le Rapport annuel sur les progrès liés à l’économie d’énergie, 2014, lequel passe en revue les avancées politiques réalisées en 2013-2014 et ... Click Here to Read More
For Immediate Release Vancouver, BC, January 6th, 2015 - On behalf of their client, biologist Alexandra Morton, lawyers with Ecojustice Canada are suing the College of Veterinarians of British Columbia for refusing to investigate a complain... Click Here to Read More
(Toronto, ON, January 6th, 2015) After a great year in 2014 in delivering Conservation Demand Management (CDM) and Demand-side Management (DSM) programs, GreenSaver is poised for even more success with the appointment of four new members of th... Click Here to Read More
The Gift of an Icon ‘Tis the season for giving, and Canada Conserves has made a new and simple icon availabl... Click Here to Read More
Icicles hanging from your roof are often a sign that you’re paying too much on heating bills (Ottawa, ON, December 17, 2014) Much of Canada has already experienced its first cold snap of the season. At a time of year... Click Here to Read More
Nearly 8 out of 10 say Ontario government “on right track” For Immediate Release December 16, 2014 A poll released today by Friends of the Earth Canada, Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment, a... Click Here to Read More
Prepared for submission free for your publication to use with proper credit By Don Huff, Founder of Environmental Communication Options A green Christmas can be as easy or a difficult as you are willing to make it. Personally, I ... Click Here to Read More
(December 11, 2014, Toronto, ON) Increasingly, Canadian consumers are giving more thought to pu... Click Here to Read More
For immediate release Join a local Christmas Bird Count! Visit www.ontarionature.org/cbc to find one near you Toronto, December 8, 2014 - Throughout the holi... Click Here to Read More
Report challenges Canada’s leaders to focus on solutions people want For immediate release: November 28, 2014 Canada is poorly equipped to deal with the inevitable environmental and economic challenges that lie ahead, sa... Click Here to Read More
For Immediate Release November 25, 2014 TORONTO--Ontario Nature, a charitable conservation organization, welcomes the Province’s plan to achieve an 80 percent reduction in the use of neonicotinoid pesticides (neonics) by 2017. The plan re... Click Here to Read More
(Toronto, ON November 25, 2014) Today, Ontario announced North America's first phase down of bee-killing neonicotinoid pesticides used to coat corn and soy seeds. This decision should deliver a permanent reduction of 80 percent of neonicotinoi... Click Here to Read More
Supplementary Information to Canadian SodaStream users can take credit ... Click Here to Read More
(November 18, 2014, Toronto, ON) Many Canadians currently use SodaStream’s sparkling... Click Here to Read More
Report concludes that problem could be remediated through management actions A team of scientists from Michigan Technological University have definitively linked the algae problem plaguing the Ajax waterfront for years to the Duffin Creek W... Click Here to Read More
Benefits include reduced sound transfer between rooms and improved air quality (Ottawa, ON, November 10, 2014) Choosing the right insulation product for your home can have a significant financial impact on your seaso... Click Here to Read More
(October 30, 2014, Huntsville, ON) Over half a million homeowners in Ontario get some or all of their space heat from wood stoves. While most use it for supplementary heat, as part of an effective zone heating system or to combat power outages... Click Here to Read More
Interview Opportunity October 31, 2014 marks the two year anniversary of the release of the Cohen Commission’s final report: The Uncertain Future of the Fraser River Sockeye What: Alexandra Morton, B... Click Here to Read More
(October 28, 2014, Huntsville, ON) Over a quarter million homeowners in British Columbia get some or all of their space heat from wood stoves. While most use it for supplementary heat, as part of an effective zone heating system or to combat p... Click Here to Read More
Yukon residents are eligible for rebates to help replace wood burning stoves with a newer, more efficient one (October 28, 2014, Huntsville, ON) Approximately one-quarter of Yukon homeowners get their space heating fro... Click Here to Read More
Northwest Territory residents are eligible for rebates to help replace wood burning stoves with a newer, more efficient one (October 28, 2014, Huntsville, ON) Many Northwest Territories homeowners get their residential... Click Here to Read More
(October 28, 2014, Huntsville, ON) Many Manitoba homeowners get their residential heat from wood stoves. For some, it is their only source of heat while many others use it for supplementary purposes. Wisely managed, Manitoba’s supply of w... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory (PHOTO OPPORTUNITY) Demonstrators deliver Halloween cards to Lowe’s asking them to stop selling products treated with neonicotinoid pesticides. Supporters of Friends of the Earth will demonst... Click Here to Read More
(October 27, 2014, Huntsville, ON) Approximately one-third of Nova Scotia homeowners get some or all of their space heat from wood stoves. For one-quarter of households, it is their only source of heat while many others use it for supplementar... Click Here to Read More
(October 27, 2014, Huntsville, ON) Approximately one-third of Newfoundland and Labrador homeowners get some or all of their space heat from wood stoves. For one-quarter of households, it is their only source of heat while many others use it fo... Click Here to Read More
(October 27, 2014, Huntsville, ON) Over one-third of Prince Edward Island homeowners get some or all of their space heat from wood stoves. For thirty percent of households, it is their only source of heat while many others use it for supplemen... Click Here to Read More
The total economic value returned by Rogers to various constituencies & stakeholders [during 2013] was $12 billion. More than 150,000 youth benefited from the Rogers Youth Fund. TORONTO - Friday, October 24, 2014 - Roger... Click Here to Read More
La valeur économique totale remise par Rogers aux différentes parties intéressées et aux parties prenantes (en 2013) a été de 12 milliards de dollars. Plus de 150 000 $ jeunes ont bénéficié du Fonds pour la jeunesse Rogers. TOR... Click Here to Read More
(Toronto, ON, October 23, 2014) Adaptability Canada has partnered with Northwood Mortgage to create targeted financial solutions for consumers and non-profit organizations that serve seniors and persons with disabilities--along with their fami... Click Here to Read More
This proposed regulation would impact all coastal provinces; Federal regulation of fresh water aquaculture ignored (OTTAWA, ON, Oct 22, 2014) Proposed regulations for the aquaculture industry do not deliver on the resp... Click Here to Read More
Condensation around windows, drafts, and cold floors are often warning signs that you’re paying too much to heat your home (Ottawa, ON, October 20, 2014) Last winter many Canadians were caught off guard by extreme co... Click Here to Read More
(October 16, 2014, Toronto, ON) New polling of Northern Ontario First Nation community residents that explores their attitudes towards renewable energy and resource development was presented today by Oraclepoll Research President Dr. Paul Secc... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, 15 Oct. 2014 - Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner today released Smart from Sunrise To Sunset, to alert the public and decision makers to the ability of the Smart Grid to change how they think about electricity. The repo... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 15 octobre 2014 - Le commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario a publié aujourd’hui son rapport Intelligent à tout moment afin d’informer la population et les décisionnaires de la capacité du réseau intelligen... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory What: Presentation of new public opinion research on attitudes of Northern Ontario First Nation community residents related to renewable energy and resource development scenarios. This research was completed by ... Click Here to Read More
By Gideon Forman, Caroline Schultz, and Faisal Moola In a few short days many of us will gather among family and friends for a thanksgiving feast, and as we thank our hard-working farmers we must not forget about their petite... Click Here to Read More
(Ottawa, ON, October 7, 2014) The North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) announced the results of a recent survey of its U.S. and Canadian members' use of pre- and post-consumer recycled materials in insulation and acousti... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, 7 Oct. 2014 - Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner is concerned that Ontario’s Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe is not on track to meet its goal of curbing urban sprawl in this rapidly growing region. In his ... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 7 octobre 2014 - Le commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario est préoccupé par le fait que le Plan de croissance de la région élargie du Golden Horseshoe n’est pas en voie d’atteindre son but de limiter l’étalemen... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, 7 Oct. 2014 - Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner says the government should commit to end logging in its flagship provincial park. In his 2013/14 Annual Report Managing New Challenges released today, Gord Miller pointed ... Click Here to Read More
Mettre fin à l’exploitation forestière dans le parc Algonquin Toronto, le 7 octobre 2014 - Le commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario dit que le gouvernement devrait s’engager à mettre fin à l’exploitation forestière da... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, 7 Oct. 2014 - Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner says the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change must do more to resolve the health crisis at a First Nation community near Sarnia. In his 2013/2014 Annual Report, Mana... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 7 octobre 2014 - Le commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario dit que le ministère de l’Environnement et de l’Action en matière de changement climatique doit faire davantage d’efforts pour résoudre la crise dans le s... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory WHEN: Tuesday, October 7th, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. WHERE: Queen’s Park Media Studio, Legislative Building, Queen's Park, Toronto, Ontario The report, entitled Managing New Challenges, will includ... Click Here to Read More
Avis aux médias M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario, publiera son rapport annuel de 2013-2014 au cours d'une conférence de presse au Studio des médias de Queen's Park à 10 h le mardi 7 octobre 2014 Click Here to Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact Information: Kelly Drennan, FTA Founding Executive Director kelly@fashiontakesaction.com | 416-458-1491 | @ecofashionista September 30, 2014, T... Click Here to Read More
MEDIA RELEASE For Release: IMMEDIATELY Location: Guelph, Ontario (September 29, 2014, Guelph, ON) Today, Reid’s Heritage Homes hosted the first groundbreaking ceremony for a national Net Zero Energy (NZE) homes de... Click Here to Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY For Release: IMMEDIATELY Location: Guelph, Ontario Reid’s Heritage Homes first to break ground in national Net Zero Energy demonstration project What: Reid’s He... Click Here to Read More
The Pristine Coast, a documentary written, produced and directed by BC film maker Scott Renyard, focuses on the impact of current salmon farming practices on wild salmon and beyond. Renyard explores the history and science of declining fish... Click Here to Read More
Over three and a half years ago, a cancellation, publicly referred to as a moratorium, on offshore wind was announced. The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) is perplexed by the lack of action in advancing a far-offshore wi... Click Here to Read More
Excellent visuals of researchers gathering algae When: Thursday, September 11, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. Where: Rotary Park Pavilion, Rotary Park, 177 Lake Driveway W., Ajax. What: A team of researchers will be completin... Click Here to Read More
(August 20, 2014 - Tweed, Ontario) The historic hamlet of Queensborough, located in the municipality of Tweed, Hastings County, is hosting Historic Queensborough Day on Sunday, September 7, 2014. Queensborough is located north of Highway 7... Click Here to Read More
Across Ontario, 81% urge government to act “as quickly as possible” to protect pollinators For Immediate Release Aug. 19, 2014 TORONTO-A new poll shows 87 percent of Ontarians are concerned about the thr... Click Here to Read More
Opinion piece by Alexandra Morton The latest Canadian mine tailing pond spill into a BC waterway occurred last week near Likely, BC. Prior to April 4th, Imperial Metals’ Mt Polley gold and copper mine tailing pond was contained be... Click Here to Read More
(August 6, 2014-Midland, ON) The threat of a waste recycling site next to Sainte-Marie among the Hurons and Martyrs' Shrine has been averted. On July 25, the Jesuits in English Canada bought the site at 1001 Franke Kindred Road, (near Highw... Click Here to Read More
Media Release (Toronto, ON, July 15, 2014) Adaptability Canada and the Ontario Municipal Social Services Association (OMSSA) are pleased to announce their partnership to support excellence in integrating accessibility standard... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 9 juillet 2014 - M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario, dit que la province a besoin de se remettre sur la bonne voie dans la lutte contre le changement climatique. « Les récentes recherches scient... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, 9 July, 2014 - Environmental Commissioner Gord Miller says Ontario needs to get back in the game on climate change. “The latest scientific evidence shows that the pace of climate change is accelerating,” says Miller. “Extreme... Click Here to Read More
Friends of the Earth Canada finds overwhelming support in Northern Ontario for action by gardeners and farmers to save bees from neonicotinoids (Ottawa, ON, July 7, 2014) A poll commissioned by Friends of the Earth C... Click Here to Read More
(Sointula, BC June 26, 2014) An open house for two new salmon farm applications will convene today at the Port Hardy Airport Inn despite conflicts with recommendations #15 to 17 from the Cohen Commission. These recommendations call for the pro... Click Here to Read More
(OTTAWA, ON, June 25, 2014) A new study released today by Friends of the Earth Canada shows that over half of “bee-friendly” home garden plants sold at garden centers have been pre-treated with neonicotinoid (neonics), pesticides shown to ... Click Here to Read More
Avis aux médias QUAND : Le 9 juillet 2014 à 10 h. OÙ : Salle 148, Studio des médias de Queen's Park, Assemblée législative, Queen's Park, Toronto, Ontario. Le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario publie... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory WHEN: Wednesday, July 9th, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. WHERE: Room 148, Queen’s Park Media Studio, Legislative Building, Queen's Park, Toronto, Ontario The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario will release ... Click Here to Read More
Conference Board of Canada highlights potential 13,000 new Ontario jobs with increased recycling (Brampton, May 29, 2014) Today, the Conference Board of Canada released Economic Impacts of Waste Diversion in Nort... Click Here to Read More
Calling for full EA of Duffin Creek WPCP Outfall The Town of Ajax is looking forward to working with the Wynne government and Ajax-Pickering MPP Joe Dickson to clean up the excessive algae on the Ajax Waterfront, and require ... Click Here to Read More
For immediate release: June 11, 2014 Transfer provisions are unlawful and must be struck down, Ecojustice lawyers to argue VANCOUVER -- Aquaculture licences issued by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans that allo... Click Here to Read More
New OraclePoll Ontario Provincial Election 2014 commissioned by Environmental Communication Options (Toronto, June 9, 2014) This is the third provincial poll (May 5, May 26 and June 9) released by OraclePoll in this el... Click Here to Read More
(Toronto, June 4, 2014) - Ontario Information and Privacy Commissioner Dr. Ann Cavoukian is the 2014 recipient of Corporate Knights’ annual Award of Distinction, which recognizes leaders in Canadian society who have had a catalytic im... Click Here to Read More
(TORONTO, Ontario, June 4, 2014) - Corporate Knights today released its Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada list, the definitive annual ranking of Canada’s top corporate citizens. The ranking, which is in its 13th year, transparen... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory Environmental Commissioner Gord Miller and his Multi-Stakeholder Advisory Committee will hold their business meeting in Waterloo Region June 3 to 5, 2014 as part of their annual tour. “Waterloo has been a great ... Click Here to Read More
May 30, 2014 Town of Ajax Mayor Steve Parish and Councillors released a video plea today regarding the state of the Ajax Waterfront. View the Save our Waterf... Click Here to Read More
Job creation remains "top of mind" issue, with no Party getting significant support as protector of the environment (Toronto, May 30, 2014) A poll commissioned by Environmental Communication Options, undertaken ear... Click Here to Read More
Media Release St Marys Cement Inc. plant in Bowmanville, Ontario is a continent-wide leader in energy efficiency and conservation for manufacturers of cementitious material (Bowmanville ON, May 29, 2014) Community le... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory What: St Marys Cement, Bowmanville Plant will receive an international award for excellence in energy conservation. The Certification in Energy Excellence is awarded to industry and commercial leaders in energy... Click Here to Read More
NEWS RELEASE www.ajax.ca May 26, 2014 (Ajax, Ontario) A new poll by OraclePoll Research, commissioned by the Town of Ajax, clearly indica... Click Here to Read More
(Toronto, May 16, 2014) Liberal Party Leader and Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne has a significant lead over her closest competitor, PC candidate Porter. According to the poll, 57% of decided voters will vote for the Premier on Election Day -- ... Click Here to Read More
(May 13, 2014, Huntsville, ON) Roughly one-third of Canadian homes get some or all of their space heat from wood stoves. For some it is their only source of heat, while many others use it for supplementary heat, as part of an effective zone he... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory This Sunday March 11, 2014, Alexandra Morton, a Canadian biologist and environmental advocate will be featured on CBS’ 60 Minutes program. Alexandra is most well known for her outspoken advocacy on behalf of Pacific wild... Click Here to Read More
(May 8, 2014, Ottawa, ON) A free tool is now available to help inspect residential and commercial insulation jobs. Released by NAIMA Canada, Key Checklist For Inspecting Insulation Jobs, is a useful information source for determining whether t... Click Here to Read More
MEDIA ALERT - PHOTO OPPORTUNITY Municipal compost to be the centrepiece of a biological lawn and garden care demonstration project Office tower to launch a biological lawn and garden “soil-lift” demonstration project to cel... Click Here to Read More
(April 29, 2014, Ottawa, ON) According to statistics, July, August and September are the months when most babies are born in Canada. With Spring having just arrived, many expecting parents are renovating and planning how to decorate their baby... Click Here to Read More
(April 25, 2014, Ottawa, ON) The Chair of NAIMA Canada, Ric McFadden commended Executive Director Jay Nordenstrom on his selection as one of the Ottawa Forty under 40, from a field of over 250 nominations. Forty Under 40 recognizes accompl... Click Here to Read More
Transit Terminal and Art Gallery focus of recommendations (April 23, 2014, Toronto, ON) The City of Peterborough has received completed audits to understand how to make its downtown transit terminal and the Art Galle... Click Here to Read More
Decided vote intent puts Liberals and Conservatives in near deadlock (April 9, 2014, Toronto, ON) Oraclepoll Research has released omnibus polling results at the All-... Click Here to Read More
Media Release (April 9, 2014, Toronto, ON) The Plenary session at the All-Energy Canada Exhibi... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory How to do international business in the renewable energy sectorKe... Click Here to Read More
(Vancouver, B.C., April 2nd, 2014) The B.C. Salmon Farmers Association recently announced their intent to increase open-net farmed salmon production in B.C. waters by 43% (to 100,000 metric tonnes) by 2020 with a further increase to 150,000 me... Click Here to Read More
(March 31, 2014) WHAT: Response from Peter Love, Summerhill's Chief Energy Conservation Officers to Ontario Energy Minister Bob Chiarelli's speech on energy efficiency and conservation demand management at the Ontario Electricity D... Click Here to Read More
Media Release (March 31, 2014, Toronto, ON) All-Energy Canada Conference & Exhibition (AEC) ... Click Here to Read More
Oversight of the profession would reduce the potential risk to consumers if managers fail to fulfill their duties. (Toronto, ON March 31, 2014) As governments consider the need to regulate condominium property management, the Homeown... Click Here to Read More
La surveillance de la profession réduirait le risque potentiel couru par les consommateurs lorsque les gestionnaires immobiliers ne s’acquittent pas de leurs fonctions. (Toronto, 31 mars 2014) Alors que les gouvernements examinent... Click Here to Read More
STEEP Building Systems Canada and Far North Developments will exhibit at Booth # 219 All-Energy Canada (free-to-attend trade show - www.all-energy.ca) on April 9 and 10 at the Direct Ene... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory Media passes will be available to accredited media at the All-Energy Canada (AEC) Exhibition and Conference, April 9 to 10, 2014. Interview opportunities are available at the conference and trade show for indust... Click Here to Read More
Over 100,000 petition BC Premier to say NO to fish farms (Sointula, BC, March 13, 2014) As the Province of British Columbia considers two new fish farm applications, the milestone of over 100,000 signatures on a pet... Click Here to Read More
Professional Engineers claim risk of tanker spill too high; will likely leave Canadian taxpayers and environment paying the bill (Vancouver, BC, March 12, 2014) A flawed assessment of risk, potential burden to taxpaye... Click Here to Read More
Chaque année, le CEO souligne le programme gouvernemental qui répond le mieux aux objectifs de la Charte des droits environnementaux de 1993. Il invite les ministères à déposer des dossiers de candidature. Un comité indé... Click Here to Read More
Every year, the ECO recognizes a government program or project that best meets the goals of the Environmental Bill of Rights, 1993. Ministries are invited to submit nominations, and an arms-length panel reviews them and select... Click Here to Read More
EcoLiving Awards applications open to full-time college or university students looking to change the future of home energy conservation Toronto, February 25, 2014 - As the country goes through a cold swing, finding w... Click Here to Read More
EcoLiving Awards an opportunity for energy efficiency innovation to be recognized by industry experts Toronto, February 25, 2014 - As the country goes through a cold swing, finding ways to reduce energy bills this wi... Click Here to Read More
Businesses, innovators and students have three weeks left to apply for EcoLiving Awards Toronto, February 25, 2014 - As the country goes through a cold swing, finding ways to reduce energy bills this winter is top of... Click Here to Read More
(February 25 2014, Toronto, CANADA) The All-Energy Canada organizers are delighted to announce that Dr. Woodrow (Woody... Click Here to Read More
Media Release February 24, 2014 Vancouver--Watershed Watch Salmon Society and SOS Marine Conservation Foundation today filed Environmental Petitions with the Office of the Auditor General of Canada. While the federal government is to be co... Click Here to Read More
(February 18, 2014, Ottawa, ON) A new comparison guide is available to assist Canadians in choosing the right insulation for new build and home renovation projects. Released today by NAIMA Canada, Building Insulation: A Performance Comp... Click Here to Read More
All-Energy Canada Update Please consider posting or including this within your event calendar dire... Click Here to Read More
Friends of the Earth Bee Cause finds overwhelming voter support for action to save bees in closely fought by-election between NDP and PC front-runners in the Niagara Falls Riding (Ottawa, ON, Feb. 6, 2014) A poll com... Click Here to Read More
2014 submissions now open for businesses, entrepreneurs and students Toronto, January 28, 2014 - As the country goes through a cold swing, finding ways to reduce energy bills this winter is top of mind. With t... Click Here to Read More
TORONTO, ON (Jan. 27, 2014) As part of Waste Reduction Week in Canada, elementary schoolchildren across the province committed... Click Here to Read More
TORONTO, ON (Jan. 23, 2014) To support Ontario's current and continued debate regarding extended producer responsibility (EPR) and the proposed Waste Reduction Act, Recycling Council of Ontario (RCO) is pleased to offer a full day of sp... Click Here to Read More
Wall Thermal Design Calculator developed by buildABILITY for the Canadian Wood Council Toronto, ON (January 22, 2014) Responding to increased stringency for Canadian energy codes, buildABILITY is providing designers w... Click Here to Read More
Media Release The Global 100 index has outperformed its benchmark by 3.21% since inception. (Davos, Switzerland, January 22nd, 2014) Corporate Knights, the Toronto-based media and investment advisory compan... Click Here to Read More
(January 21, 2014, Toronto, ON) For the first time in Canada, there is a single-source provider for meeting the growing needs of Canada’s large aging population and people with disabilities. Adaptability Canada (ADC), through innovative an... Click Here to Read More
By Dr. Joe Vipond, Dr. Raquel Feroe, and Gideon Forman In a recent interview, Premier Alison Redford expressed frustration with Ottawa’s foot-dragging on the GHG-regulation file. She has good reason to feel this way because the... Click Here to Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION CONTACT: Lisa Heathman Lisah@hmhagency.com 503.295.1922 ext. 5255 VANCOUVER, British Columbia (January 20, 2014) -- Willis Energy Services has changed its n... Click Here to Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact Information: Maria J Diaz, Media Relations Manager, Fashion Takes Action|WEAR 2014 416-828-4233 | maria@fashiontakesaction.com January 15,... Click Here to Read More
Icicles on your eaves are a warning sign (Ottawa, January 8, 2014) With polar temperatures stretching across Canada, the value of good insulation has never been better. Ensuring you have proper draft proofing and the r... Click Here to Read More
January 6, 2014, Toronto, Ontario: Cornerstone Standards Council (CSC) is releasing its draft standards for responsible aggregate extraction in Ontario. The draft, which proposes actions that pits and quarries would voluntarily undertake in or... Click Here to Read More
This release (December 12, 2013) corrects the number of bills that Randy Hillier and John O'Toole sponsored in 2013. Top 10 most prolific speakers in the past 30 and 365 days at the Legislative Assembly: Click Here to Read More
Claim states Ontario Government avoided discussion with International Consortium to create 15,000 jobs (Toronto, Ontario December 13, 2013) Trillium Power Wind Corporation yesterday filed a "Fresh as Amended Statement ... Click Here to Read More
Ottawa, 12 décembre 2013 - L'Association Canadienne du Ciment tenait à Ottawa aujourd’hui une conférence de presse pour demander que les modifications proposées pour la prochaine édition du Code National du Bâtiment du Canada (CNB) ... Click Here to Read More
Ottawa, December 12, 2013 - Today in Ottawa, the Cement Association of Canada (CAC) held a press conference to demand that the changes proposed for the next edition of the National Building Code of Canada (NBCC) be significantly improved to... Click Here to Read More
April 9th and 10th, 2014: Direct Energy and Allstream Centre, Exhibition Place (Toronto, ON December 11,... Click Here to Read More
Ontario-grown trees preferred by 7 in 10 poll respondents (December 10, 2013) Ontarians selected real Christmas trees over artificial as the more environmentally-friendly option this holiday season. According to a recent poll... Click Here to Read More
All-Energy Canada All-Energy Canada is organised by Reed Exhibitions the world’s leading event organizer, with 500 events in 41 countries and is held in association with the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) and the Canadian S... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 9 décembre 2013 - Comment votre fournisseur d'électricité s'en sort-il en matière d'économie d'énergie? Le commissaire à l’environnement publie aujourd’hui le deuxième volume du Rapport annuel sur les progrès li... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 9 décembre 2013 - M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à l’environnement, dit que le ministère de l’Énergie devrait perdre certaines de ses responsabilités liées à l’économie d’énergie, parce qu’il ne fait rien pour é... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, December 9, 2013 - How is your local utility doing in delivering energy conservation? The Environmental Commissioner released Volume Two of his Annual Energy Conservation Progress Report, Building Momentum: Results today.... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, December 9, 2013 -- Environmental Commissioner Gord Miller says the Ministry of Energy should lose some of its responsibility for conservation because of its inaction on transportation fuels. The Environmental Commissioner today re... Click Here to Read More
For immediate release Visit www.ontarionature.org/CBC to find one near you Toronto, December 9, 2013 -- Throughout the holiday season, many Ontarians enjoy one decade... Click Here to Read More
(Sudbury, Dec. 4, 2013) Family and friends of two miners killed in an underground accident expressed gratitude for community support, the efforts of local United Steelworkers (USW), provincial Minister of Labour Yasir Naqvi and Minister of Nor... Click Here to Read More
Avis aux médias Le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario publiera le volume deux de son Rapport annuel sur les progrès liés à l’économie d’énergie, 2012. Il a publié le volume un du même rapport en septembre 2013. ... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario will release Volume Two of his 2012 Annual Energy Conservation Progress Report. Volume One of the report was released in September, 2013. WHEN: Monday, December 9th, ... Click Here to Read More
Insulation manufacturers’ association sees energy conservation as vital component of province’s economic and environmental well-being (December 2, 2013, Ottawa, ON) Today’s announcement by Ontario Minister of E... Click Here to Read More
December 2, 2013 Who: Peter Love - President of Energy Services Association of Canada (ESAC) and formerly Ontario's first Chief Energy Conservation Officer. Mr. Love is a leading advocate and opinion leader in the energy efficiency sect... Click Here to Read More
Ahead of the biggest shopping season a poll commissioned by Friends of the Earth Canada shows buyers do consider the environment in their purchases (Ottawa, Canada November, 21, 2013) As the biggest retail blitz of t... Click Here to Read More
Media Release The Association of Energy Engineers awarded BOMA Toronto ‘Energy Project of the Year (Canada Region)’ at the 36th World Energy Engineering Congress in Washington, DC (Toronto, ON, Nove... Click Here to Read More
HALF-TRUTHS: CANADIAN OIL HEAT ASSOCIATION TAKES SUPERIOR PROPANE TO TASK The Canadian Oil Heat Association’s number one priority is consumers (Nova Scotia, November 14, 2013) The Canadian Oil Heat Associ... Click Here to Read More
Media Release (November 13, 2013, Toronto, Canada) Trillium Power Wind Corporation (Trillium Power) has won its Appeal of the Rule 21 Motion decision (a mechanism to summarily dispose of an action), originally delivered by Mr.... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, Canada, November 12, 2013 -- BacTech Environmental Corporation ("BacTech", CNSX: BAC, OTC: BCCEF, WKN: A1H4TY) announced today that it is launching a Crowdfunding campaign to raise capital for testwork for the Telamayu tailings remedi... Click Here to Read More
Friends of the Earth Canada welcomes expert Who: Professor Dave Goulson, a UK biologist who specializes in bees. He has published over 200 scientific articles on the ecology of bees and other insects, and is the author o... Click Here to Read More
Respondents agree that bees are crucial to Ontario’s agriculture sector (Ottawa, ON, November 7, 2013) A new public opinion poll released today finds that more than eight out of every ten people in Ontario support ... Click Here to Read More
(Ontario, Wednesday November 6, 2013) The Canadian Building Suppliers’ Network (CBSN) is now accepting membership applications. This new organization has been created for and is managed by the supplier community to serve as the representativ... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, November 6, 2013 - In a special report to the legislature, Laying Siege to the Last Line of Defence, Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner warns that new regulation changes under the Endangered Species Act, 2007 (ESA) t... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 6 novembre 2013 - Dans un rapport spécial remis à l’Assemblée législative, Assiéger la dernière ligne de défense, le commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario signale que les derniers changements réglementair... Click Here to Read More
Speaker applications due by December 16, 2013 Connect, Learn, Enable, Transform All-Energy Canada Exhibition & Conference is the third event in the global All-Energy series. The conference pro... Click Here to Read More
Media Release October 30, 2013 Vancouver--A media conference today marked a full year since Justice Bruce Cohen released the Final Report of the $26M “Commission of Inquiry into the Decline of Sockeye Salmon in the Fraser River.” Despi... Click Here to Read More
Avis aux médias M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario, publiera un rapport spécial, Assiéger la dernière ligne de défense : revue des protections affaiblies pour les espèces en péril de l’Ontario Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario will release a Special Report, Laying Siege to the Last Line of Defence: A Review of Ontario’s Weakened Protections for Species at Risk at a media conference on Nove... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory October 29, 2013 Location: Vancouver - Harbour Centre, Simon Fraser University, 515 West Hastings St., Segal Room, (room number 1400) Time: 10 am, Wednesday, October 30, 2013 It’s been one year s... Click Here to Read More
Media Release (Toronto, Ontario, October 23, 2013) Today, is the first day of the Standing Committee on the Legislative Assembly Hearings on Bill 55, Stronger Protection for Ontario Consumers Act, 2013. Michael Lio, Exe... Click Here to Read More
- designed for post-Superstorm Sandy recovery Toronto, Oct 10, 2013 - Toronto-based Sustainable.TO Architecture + Building has taken the top prize in an international competition to design sustainable housing... Click Here to Read More
(Ontario, Thursday, October 10) The Ontario Sustainable Energy Association’s (OSEA) second annual Green Energy Doors Open, held Saturday, October 5, 2013, was a great success! The province-wide event included 66 sustainable energy champions ... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 10 oct. 2013 - Le commissaire à l’environnement avertit le gouvernement de l’Ontario qu’il risque de causer des dommages irréparables à la faune et au milieu naturel s’il envisage lancer de grands travaux industriels dan... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 10 octobre 2013 - M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à l’environnement, dit que le gouvernement de l’Ontario démantèle délibérément la protection environnementale mise sur pied au cours des dernières décennies sous le prét... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, October 10, 2013 - Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner warns that the Ontario government is risking irreversible damage to wildlife and wilderness by considering major industrial development in the Far North before research is done... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, October 10, 2013 --Environmental Commissioner Gord Miller says the Ontario government is deliberately dismantling environmental protection that’s been built up over the past decades under the guise of what’s been called “MNR tra... Click Here to Read More
Avis aux médias M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario, publiera son rapport annuel de 2012-2013, au cours d'une conférence de presse au Studio des médias de Queen's Park à 10 h le jeudi 10 octobre 201... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory WHEN: Thursday, October 10, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. WHERE: Room 148, Queen’s Park Media Studio, Legislative Building, Queen's Park, Toronto, Ontario The report will be available online at Click Here to Read More
Ontario Sustainable Energy Association’s Green Energy Doors Open features 66 events (Ontario, Saturday, October 5) Today 66 sustainable energy champions across Ontario are opening their homes, community buildings a... Click Here to Read More
(North Bay, ON, October 3, 2013) On Saturday, October 5, 2013 the Biomass Innovation Centre at Nipissing University will be hosting several exhibits from local community renewable energy cooperatives and leading tours of local sites. The tours... Click Here to Read More
(Queen’s Park) Today MPP Phil McNeely will introduce a motion to have Section 3 of the Green Energy Act with regards to energy labelling proclaimed. Text of the Motion To recognize that the important work of the Minister of Energy ... Click Here to Read More
(Woodstock, ON, October 4, 2013) Woodstock Hydro Services Inc. and Arntjen Solar North America are co-hosting their new Sustainable Energy Expo Smart Home Trailer this Saturday. All are welcome to come out and discuss the future of smart grids... Click Here to Read More
(Stoney Creek, ON, October 4, 2013) Stephen Bieda and his wife are working hard to provide their six children with an education and a legacy of a sustainable existence in the future. Stephen is offering a tour of his home this Saturday, as... Click Here to Read More
(October 3, 2013) There are two exciting events happening in Vaughan and Woodbridge on Saturday, October 5 as part of Green Energy Doors Open. Visitors are invited to explore Vaughan City Hall between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Vaughan City ... Click Here to Read More
(Windsor, ON, October 3, 2013) Green Sun Rising Inc., an Ontario-based solar company, is offering a public tour of its facility in Windsor. This tour, one of over 60 locations across the province participating in Green Energy Doors Open, is be... Click Here to Read More
(Toronto, ON, October 3, 2013) There are three exciting events happening at the Exhibition Place grounds on Saturday, October 5 as part of Green Energy Doors Open. All three events are examples of successful renewable energy projects that are ... Click Here to Read More
(Ottawa, ON, October 3, 2013) Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) is offering a self-guided tour of its Ottawa building for anyone interested in learning about principles for Green Building Systems. This location was the first retail building to me... Click Here to Read More
Media Release GreenSaver launches a province-wide initiative on behalf of Veridian Connections, Hydro One Brampton, Burlington Hydro and new home builders - with a goal of adding 5,000 new energy efficient homes... Click Here to Read More
(Ottawa September 25, 2013) NAIMA Canada members used nearly 300 million pounds of recycled glass in the production of residential, commercial, industrial, and air handling thermal and acoustical insulation in 2012. “We are proud and exc... Click Here to Read More
Media Release Relief from rising energy costs on its way to qualifying fixed and low income Espanola Hydro, Greater Sudbury Hydro, and Hydro One customers (Sudbury, ON, September 25, 2013) One of Ont... Click Here to Read More
Over 50 Events Will Take Place across the Province The Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) is building on the success of its first Green Energy Day that was held in 2011, by hosting a second province-wide renewable energy s... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory The HOME ASSISTANCE Program is funded by the Ontario Power Authority and offered by Greater Sudbury Hydro, Espanola Hydro, and Hydro One Networks. The HOME ASSISTANCE Program provides energy-efficiency... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, September 24, 2013 - Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner says the government should move immediately to improve municipal options for funding of transit. Gord Miller today released Building Momentum: Provincial Policies for M... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 24 septembre 2013 - Le commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario dit que le gouvernement devrait améliorer immédiatement les options de financement offertes aux municipalités pour le transport en commun. M. Gord Miller ... Click Here to Read More
For immediate release (OTTAWA, September 23, 2013) Friends of the Earth Canada has filed a notice of objection to Health Canada's decision under the Pest Control Products Act to renew conditional registration of a bee-toxic pe... Click Here to Read More
(Toronto, ON, September 19, 2013) Peter Love has been named to Canada’s 2014 Clean50. Peter is honoured in the category: Traditional Energy Generation & Retailers. Peter is a "lifer" when it comes to electrifying the push to greater energ... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario will release Volume One of his fourth Annual Energy Conservation Report. The Report explores opportunities for the province to help municipalities reduce energy use and greenhouse gas... Click Here to Read More
Avis aux médias M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario, publiera son rapport annuel de 2012-2013, au cours d'une conférence de presse au Studio des médias de Queen's Park à 10 h le mardi 8 octobre 2013. ... Click Here to Read More
Concrete’s environmental footprint further reduced as CO2-reducing ContempraTM nears 50% of made-in-BC cement consumption Ottawa (ON), September 17, 2013 - A scant two years after its launch i... Click Here to Read More
Join with Your Fellow Sustainable Energy Leaders and Sign Up to Participate In the Second Annual Doors Open Day (September 9, 2013) The Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) is building on the success of the... Click Here to Read More
OWA Members Supporting Tomorrow’s Waterpower Engineers (August 12, 2013, Toronto) The Ontario Waterpower Association (OWA) congratulates Queen’s University on their success in receiving support from the Natural ... Click Here to Read More
For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com News Article Three thousand or so registered beekeepers manage around 100,000 honeybee colonies in Ontario. In the spring of 2012, bees... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory Attention: News, Assignment Reporters and Editors (Thunder Bay, Ontario) - Family and friends will gather at the Whitewater Golf and Country Club on Friday, August 1st, 2013 to raise money for cancer res... Click Here to Read More
$2.1 Billion investment in capital expenditures and $70 Million cash and in kind donations to communities in 2012 TORONTO - July 18, 2013 - Rogers Communications has released its annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report wh... Click Here to Read More
Investissement de 2,1 milliards $ en dépenses en immobilisations et dons de 70 millions $ en espèces et en nature en 2012 TORONTO, le 18 juillet 2013 - Rogers Communications a rendu public son rapport annuel sur la responsabilité ... Click Here to Read More
Insulation manufacturers' association sees energy conservation as vital component of province’s economic and environmental well-being (July 16, 2013, Ottawa, ON) Today's announcement by Ontario Minister of Energy Bob Chiarelli is a... Click Here to Read More
Piscine reovirus previously reported only in the Atlantic Ocean (Sointula, BC, July 16, 2013) The first scientific publication on the occurrence of piscine reovirus outside of Norway was published on July 11 in Virology Journal. The ... Click Here to Read More
Media Release (July 3, 2013 Vancouver, B.C.) Beginning in October 2011, Dr. Fred Kibenge’s lab at the Atlantic Veterinary College located at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) has found that some wild British Colu... Click Here to Read More
By: Jay Ritchlin, Director General, Western Canada, David Suzuki Foundation Farrah Khan, Campaigner, Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment 683 words Six Canadian provinces have taken measures to protect their citizens fr... Click Here to Read More
by Dr. David Colby, Dr. Rosana Pellizzari, and Gideon Forman The Ontario government’s recent announcement that it will add 900 megawatts of new renewable energy to the provincial grid is welcome news indeed. Projected to ... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory Where: Owens Corning Canada 3450 McNicoll Avenue, Scarborough, Ontario M1V 1Z5 When: 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. June 27th, 2013 What: Technical Briefing on National Net Zero Energy program - m... Click Here to Read More
Backgrounder Contact Alex Peters: Cell: 807-728-1228 (Pikangikum, Ontario, June 19, 2013) After more than sixteen years of effort guided by Esteemed Elders from Pikangikum First Nation, a Sustainable Forest Licence (SFL) ha... Click Here to Read More
Interview Opportunity When: Tuesday June 18th, 2013 at 2:00 pm Where: Georgian Queen Tour boat at the Penetanguishene Town Dock (2 Main St., Penetanguishene) What: Media interview opportunity with Ontario E... Click Here to Read More
(LAVAL, Quebec, June 13, 2013) - Construction Voyer has been chosen as one of five Canadian home builders from across the country to participate in an exciting new project in cooperation with Owens Corning Canada and Natural Resources Canada, ... Click Here to Read More
(LAVAL, Quebec, 13 juin, 2013) Construction Voyer a été choisi comme un des cinq constructeurs canadiens qui, d’un océan à l’autre, participeront au tout nouveau projet en collaboration avec Owens Corning Canada, et le Ministère des r... Click Here to Read More
Urban Forest Stewardship Network takes a collaborative approach (June 12, 2013, Toronto, ON - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE) The Urban Forest Stewardship Network (UFSN) connects grassroots organizations working on issues lik... Click Here to Read More
(Toronto, June 10, 2013) Corporate Knights Inc., the company for clean capitalism, proudly announces that its quarterly business and society magazine Corporate Knights was named Canada’s “Magazine of the Year” at the 2013 National... Click Here to Read More
Toronto Hydro-Electric System Limited (“Toronto Hydro”), Enbridge Gas Distribution (“Enbridge”), GreenSaver and Gord Miller, Ontario Environmental Commissioner and Chief Energy Conservation Officer, present Ceremonial Key to newly ... Click Here to Read More
(Toronto, June 7, 2013) Corporate Knights Inc., the company for clean capitalism, today launched an innovative mobile app that lets any company large or small (public or private) assess its sustainability performance and rank itself against the world... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory Toronto-Hydro, Enbridge Gas Distribution, GreenSaver and Ontario's Environmental Commissioner to present ceremonial key to resident of newly retrofitted Weston home What: Douglas Brunner, 85, will re... Click Here to Read More
TORONTO, June 6, 2013 - This Thursday (June 6) Premier Kathleen Wynne will present the Corporate Knights Award of Distinction to Munir Sheikh, Canada’s former Chief Statistician, for exemplifying and standing up for evidence-based policy at the hig... Click Here to Read More
(Toronto, Ontario, June 6th, 2013) Corporate Knights today released its Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada list, the definitive annual ranking of Canada’s top corporate citizens. The ranking, which is in its 12 year, transparently measures a d... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory TORONTO, June 6, 2013 - This Thursday (June 6) Corporate Knights will present the inaugural Greenest Chief Executive in Canada Award, which recognizes a major Canadian CEO who is doing the best job of earning profits w... Click Here to Read More
Media Release (Bedford, NS, June 6, 2013) Provident Development has been selected as one of five Canadian builders chosen to be part of a national initiative to develop net-zero homes. As a part of this project, Provident Deve... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, 4 June 2013 - Public interest groups applauded a proposed new law that would allow Ontario citizens to speak out without fear of damaging lawsuits meant to intimidate them. Today Attorney General John Gerretsen tabled a government ... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, June 5, 2013 - Ontario's Environmental Commissioner Gord Miller says the government’s long-term energy policy could wipe out some of the gains that have been made in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Gord Miller today rele... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 5 juin 2013 - M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario, dit que la politique gouvernementale à long terme en matière d’énergie pourrait effacer certains gains enregistrés dans la réduction des émis... Click Here to Read More
Environmentalists decry Cabinet decision to gut law protecting imperilled wildlife Toronto, May 31, 2013 - The provincial Cabinet announced today its approval of sweeping exemptions for industry under the Endanger... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario will release the 2013 edition of his annual review of the Ontario government’s progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions at a media conference on June 5, 2013 at 10:00 a.... Click Here to Read More
Avis aux médias Le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario publiera l’édition 2013 de sa revue annuelle sur les progrès des activités en Ontario pour réduire les émissions des gaz à effet de serre au cours d'une confére... Click Here to Read More
(TORONTO, Ontario, May 30, 2013) - Corporate Knights, the Toronto-based media and investment research company, today announced its ranking of North America’s Most Sustainable Cities for 2013. Cities were assessed on 28 indicators spanning... Click Here to Read More
Media Release (May 22, 2013, Toronto) Recent polling undertaken by the Homeowner Protection Centre (HPC) shows that more than 1 in 3 Ontario families (almost 36%) have had a negative experience with a door-to-door water heater... Click Here to Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 15, 2013, TORONTO - As a result of the organization’s long history of building more sustainable homes and communities, Minto has been selected as one of five building partners in Natural Resources Canada’s (NRC... Click Here to Read More
Media Release Government moving backwards? No positive action for wild salmon 6 months after Sockeye Inquiry Final Report On October 31, 2012, the $26 million Cohen Inquiry Final Report, “The Un... Click Here to Read More
Transfer of salmon infected with PRV virus into open-pen fish farm violates Fisheries Act, lawyers say For immediate release VANCOUVER - The transfer of diseased salmon into to an open-pen fish farm ... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory (May 8, 2013, Toronto, ON) - Get on board the hydrogen train and learn from an impressive lineup of expert speakers about the promise of wireless rail electrification using hydrogen, fuel cells and advanced bat... Click Here to Read More
Best Management Practices Workshops for Mitigation of Impacts of Waterpower Facilities scheduled in Markham For immediate release (May 7, 2013, Toronto) The Ontario Waterpower Association (OWA) will ... Click Here to Read More
En Alberta, en Nouvelle-Écosse, en Ontario et au Québec, des constructeurs d’habitations s’engagent à construire 25 maisons éconergétiques à consommation zéro dans cinq collectivités canadiennes. (Toronto, le... Click Here to Read More
Homebuilders from Alberta, Nova Scotia, Ontario and Quebec commit to building 25 net-zero energy homes in 5 Canadian communities (Toronto, May 3, 2013) Over $4 million in funding and in-kind contributions from the ec... Click Here to Read More
Official Re-Opening of the Wilson’s Falls and Bracebridge Falls Generating Stations (May 3, 2013, Peterborough, ON) The Ontario Waterpower Association (OWA) congratulates Bracebridge Generation Ltd. on the completi... Click Here to Read More
Interview Opportunity May 5, 2013 What: New energy conservation initiatives and incentives announced in the Ontario Budget. Who: Jay Nordstrom, Executive Director of NAIMA Canada, representing North American ... Click Here to Read More
Oraclepoll releases research study on Canadian tablet users (Toronto, ON) On April 17, 2013, Oraclepoll Research president, Paul Seccaspina, presented the findings of an online panel survey of 706 tablet users from a... Click Here to Read More
Media Release Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Replace (Queen’s Park, April 24, 2013) At a joint media conference at the Ontario Legislature, Recycling Council of Ontario (RCO) and Ontario Waste Management Association (OWMA... Click Here to Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Toronto, April 22, 2013 - Recycling Council of Ontario and the Ontario Ministry of the Environment are pleased to announce the province-wide unveiling of 3RCertified, a voluntary program for the Industrial, Comm... Click Here to Read More
Media Release (Vancouver, BC) A poll conducted by Oraclepoll Research Limited suggests that candidates in the provincial election should take the issue of protecting wild salmon from salmon feedlots seriously. The poll, whi... Click Here to Read More
Quick passage of Bill 55 needed to protect Ontarians from door-to-door water heater sales Media Release (Toronto, Ontario, April 18, 2013) The Homeowner Protection Centre (HPC) has launched a new web... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory Who: Jo-Anne St. Godard, Executive Director, Recycling Council of Ontario Rob Cook, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Ontario Waste Management Association When: Wednesday, April 24, 2013, 10:00 a.m. ... Click Here to Read More
By Gideon Forman, Executive Director, Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) Why is Ontario intent on squandering its “first mover” advantage in the renewable energy field? Huge steps on developing offsh... Click Here to Read More
April 28th is Workers’ Memorial Day. It is a day recognized globally that started locally. It is a day to remember the people who have died at and from the workplace, and fight for improved health and safety measures in the workplace. For the past ... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory (Sidney, BC) On April 20 Elizabeth May (MP for Saanich-Gulf Islands and national Green Party leader), and Jane Sterk (BC Green Party leader and candidate for Victoria-Beacon Hill) join biologist Dr. Alexandra Morton i... Click Here to Read More
Interview Opportunity WHO: Michael Lio, Executive Director of the Homeowner Protection Centre is available to respond to the proposed New Consumer Protection Reforms announced earlier today by the Ontario government. Mr.... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory (Vancouver, BC) David Suzuki and Alexandra Morton are teaming up on April 18, 2013 to present and discuss the documentary Salmon Confidential. Following the hour-long film, the two scientists will engage ... Click Here to Read More
Film Highlights First Nation and Industry Partnerships For immediate release (April 9, 2013, Toronto, ON) The Ontario Waterpower Association (OWA) is pleased to announce the public release of the doc... Click Here to Read More
Biologist and filmmaker tour BC with controversial new documentary Media Advisory Below is a list of upcoming screenings of Salmon Confidential in BC communities. You can also watch Salmon Confidential Click Here to Read More
INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITY: Available to comment TORONTO, April 4, 2013 - Today, the Hon. Jim Bradley, Ontario Minister of the Environment, committed the Government of Ontario to require producers to pay the full freight of recycling. The cos... Click Here to Read More
To the Editor: This is an article by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Ms. Jackie Campbell. This article is available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. ... Click Here to Read More
Some 65 species have been waiting and waiting for habitat protection - on average for 19 years Media Release Sixty-five species slated to receive mandatory habitat protection this summer under Ontario’s E... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, March 27, 2013 - “Our soil is a great resource, and we need to change our vision of how we manage it.” This is one conclusion from a roundtable held by Gord Miller, the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario, which brought together expert... Click Here to Read More
I am often asked, “Eddie what’s the big deal with farmed Atlantic salmon and why are you promoting a boycott of farmed salmon here in Chilliwack?” The answer is simple: the Norwegian Aquaculture industry, better known as the “aquavirus indust... Click Here to Read More
For Immediate Release (Thunder Bay, ON) The Grow Greenstone Expo, the region’s largest mining expo to date, kicked off this morning with opening ceremonies that featured addresses by The Hon. Bob Rae, MP - Toronto Centre, Th... Click Here to Read More
New chapter of MINES (Mining Inquiry Needs Everyone’s Support) established in Timmins and new website revealed: www.mininginquiry.com Media Release (Timmins, ... Click Here to Read More
Media Release (Victoria, BC, March 22, 2013) - Alexandra Morton, speaking on behalf of Salmon are Sacred (salmonaresacred.org), observed, “I am glad that the Christie Clark Libera... Click Here to Read More
For Immediate Release The Grow Greenstone Expo, hosted by the Greenstone Labour Market Working Group will be taking place at the Victoria Inn, on Monday and Tuesday (March 25-26, 2013). Featuring over 60 exhibitor booths and an impre... Click Here to Read More
Media Release Below is the text of a speech delivered by Michael McSweeney, President and CEO of the Cement Association of Canada, at the 2013 Environmental Defence Gala held on March 20, 2013. In his remarks, Mr. McSweeney advoca... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory When: Thursday, March 21, 2013 @ noon Where: Jacksons Steak and Grill House, 5725 Vedder Road, Chilliwack, BC Jacksons Steak and Grill House is the second restaurant in Chilliwack to join the growing ... Click Here to Read More
Biologist Alexandra Morton and filmmaker Twyla Roscovich bring “Salmon Confidential” to communities around British Columbia. Media Release (Victoria, BC) - Salmon Confidential is a new film on the ... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory What: Mariposa Solar Farm Inc. will host an information session for neighbours and Gravenhurst Township residents. Where: Severn Bridge Women’s Institute Community Hall, 1035 Southwood Road, Severn Bridg... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory What: Mariposa Solar Farm Inc. will host an information session for Township of Severn residents. Where: Fellowship Chapel, 1296 Cambrian Road at Carlyon Line, Severn Twp. When: Monday, March 18th... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory When: Thursday, March 14, 2013 @ noon Where: Bravo Restaurant & Lounge, 46224 Yale Road, Chilliwack, BC There is an important movement afoot to save Pacific wild salmon from vanishing forever. The... Click Here to Read More
Citizens group MINES to hold information session in Timmins Representatives from the Sudbury-based citizens group MINES (Mining Inquiry Needs Everyone's Support) have been invited to host an information session in Timmins o... Click Here to Read More
Regulation and information necessary for consumers to benefit from increased competition (Toronto, ON, March 5, 2013) Resolving issues with water heaters, the second most frequent complaint received by the Ontario Mi... Click Here to Read More
La réglementation et l’information sont nécessaires pour que les consommateurs puissent bénéficier de l’accroissement de la concurrence (Toronto, Ontario, 5 Mars 2013) - La résolution de problèmes relatifs ... Click Here to Read More
We generate a lot of waste. In fact, when compared to other provinces, Ontario is amongst the worst, generating almost 10 million tonnes of waste annually. Of that, only 25 per cent of all the materials we discard go into the recycling system. And de... Click Here to Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TORONTO, Ontario (Feb 26, 2013) GreenSaver and SolarShare Co-operative GreenSaver and the SolarShare Co-operative have signed an agreement to develop a solar project on the rooftop of 32 Goodmark Place in Toronto. B... Click Here to Read More
Media Release February 25, 2013 “Cohen Report Card” launched On October 31, 2012, after 18 months of testimony and $26 million, the Cohen Commission’s Final Report “The Uncertain Future of the Fraser ... Click Here to Read More
Toronto chosen as site for premier renewable energy event, All-Energy Canada, in April, 2014 Media Release (February 21, 2013, Norwalk, CT) Reed Exhibitions today announced that the All-Energy... Click Here to Read More
The Beer Store, in cooperation with Stewardship Ontario and Sims Recycling Solutions, offers a one-stop drop off for empty alcohol containers, paint, batteries and household electronics Media Release (Fe... Click Here to Read More
For immediate release: Senate Committee confirms discriminatory pricing of tires sold to Canadian tire dealers result in tire prices that are on average 32% higher than in the US February 15, 2013 (Drayt... Click Here to Read More
Pilot launched in cooperation with Stewardship Ontario and Sims Recycling Solutions will also accept paint, batteries and household electronics Media Advisory Attn: News, Environment, Lifestyle and Consumer Edito... Click Here to Read More
Free three-week trial available Media Release (February 13, 2013, Toronto, ON) Just in time for Premier Wynne’s debut in the Legislature, OntarioMonitor.ca ... Click Here to Read More
Cement Association of Canada President and CEO to speak about the importance of Life Cycle Assessment at the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) 2013 Sustainable Communities Conference Interview Opportunity Click Here to Read More
Toronto - When residents and governments react to winter storms with toxic products applied to roads, sidewalks, and driveways, the impact on the environment includes significant long-term and expensive irreversible impacts, said Kevin Mercer, foundi... Click Here to Read More
Media Release Feb. 8, 2013, On the Road to Victoria B.C. - Hereditary chief Beau Dick and his family have invited acclaimed salmon spokesperson Alexandra Morton to join their journey from Alert Bay to Victoria. The trek will culminat... Click Here to Read More
Internal Contest Empowers Associates to Champion a Cause They Believe In. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Toronto, ON - February 7, 2013 - Capital One Canada associates let their voices be heard by voting to give $35,000 to... Click Here to Read More
Un concours interne permet aux associés de soutenir une cause qui leur tient à coeur POUR PUBLICATION IMMÉDIATE Toronto (Ontario), le 7 février 2013 - Les associés de Capital One Canada ont voté en faveur d'... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory More Than Idle No More Join hereditary Chief Beau Dick on his march from Alert Bay to Victoria, B.C. In the spirit of cultural preservation, Beau Dick and his family will embark on a jo... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory Salmon Feedlot Boycott at Walmart Eagle Landing Shopping Centre Date: Friday, February 1, 2013 Time: 12:00 Noon - 1:00 PM Location: Walmart, 8249 Eagle Landing Pkwy The Chilliwack chapter of the Salmon Feedlot ... Click Here to Read More
For Immediate Release Friends of Shelburne Harbour - Mayday Shelburne County - St. Mary’s Bay Coastal Alliance CANADIAN GOVERNMENT MUST PREVENT THE SPREAD OF DEADLY SALMON VIRUS Insist on adherence to DFO guide... Click Here to Read More
For Immediate Release Halifax, NS - For the next two months, seven metro bus lines will carry a message from residents of the Eastern Shore that says “Save Our Coastal Waters and Economy. Tell Premier Dexter to Stop Open Pe... Click Here to Read More
What: Experts available to address the impacts, technical aspects and consequences of ISA Virus and farmed salmon feedlots in context of CFIA statements about ISA Virus and salmon from quarantined Nova Scotia fish farm sent to New Brunswick f... Click Here to Read More
Best Management Practices Guide for Waterpower Facility Construction added to series For immediate release January 25, 2013 - The Ontario Waterpower Association (OWA) is pleased to announce the completion of t... Click Here to Read More
Media Release Every year, the ECO recognizes a government program or project that best meets the goals of the Environmental Bill of Rights, 1993. Ministries are invited to submit nominations, and an arms-length panel reviews them ... Click Here to Read More
Media Release Corporate Knights Announces the ‘Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World’ at the World Economic Forum in Davos DAVOS, SWITZERLAND (under embargo until 2:01 am EST), January 23rd, 2013 Corporate ... Click Here to Read More
Media Release “Today, we launch the Chilliwack chapter’s robust and vigorous campaign to boycott open net feedlot salmon. This is a people’s movement. People are consumers. With expanded awareness people can make healthy, ethi... Click Here to Read More
REMARKS Gord Miller, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario 2011 Energy Conservation Progress Report (Volume Two) Legislative Media Studio, Queen’s Park Tuesday, January 8th, 2013, 10:00 a.m. Check Against Delivery In Ont... Click Here to Read More
DISCOURS M. Gord Miller, commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario Rapport annuel sur les progrès liés à l’économie d’énergie, 2011 (volume deux) Studio des médias de Queen’s Park, édifice de l’Assemblée legislative Le... Click Here to Read More
January 8, 2013 - Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner, Gord Miller, says more money could be spent on in-classroom education, if the Ontario government and the province’s school boards improved their efforts to reduce their electricity and natur... Click Here to Read More
Le 8 janvier 2013 - M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario, dit qu’il est possible de consacrer plus de fonds à l’enseignement en classe qu’à l’heure actuelle, si le gouvernement de l’Ontario et les conseils sc... Click Here to Read More
January 8, 2013 - Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner, Gord Miller, says uncertainty about the future of electricity conservation programs is discouraging further energy savings in Ontario. Miller today released Volume Two of his 2011 Annual... Click Here to Read More
Press Release For Immediate Distribution January 8, 2013 Cindy Coutts, President, (905) 874-6835 Toronto, ON - Sims Recycling Solutions, Canada, the global leader in electronics reuse and recycling has announced the start up of ... Click Here to Read More
Communiqué de presse Distribution immédiate Le 8 janvier 2013 Cindy Coutts, présidente, 905-874-6835 Mitchell Rothstein, directeur, 514-835-8980 Toronto (Ontario) - L’entreprise Sims Recycling Solutions (Sims Solu... Click Here to Read More
Attn: News and Event Page Editors Media Advisory WHAT: GREENSTONE, ON - The Municipality of Greenstone and the Greenstone Labour Market Working Group are partnering to produce the Grow Greenstone Expo on March 2... Click Here to Read More
Candidate Calls For Super-Ministry To Get Moving, And Getting Rid Of The Gardiner For immediate release Toronto - As Premier, Glen Murray will apply his deep experience and knowledge in urban ... Click Here to Read More
Leadership Candidate Takes On “The Elephant” To Protect McGuinty Liberal Legacy For immediate release Toronto - Glen Murray today released his detailed fiscal and economic plan - the comprehensiv... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario will release Volume Two of his 2011 Annual Energy Conservation Progress Report at a media conference on January 8th, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. Volume One of the report was rele... Click Here to Read More
Avis aux médias Le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario publiera le volume deux de son Rapport annuel sur les progrès liés à l’économie d’énergie, 2011 pendant la conférence de presse du 8 janvier 2013 à 10 ... Click Here to Read More
Interview Opportunity - December 28, 2012 What: SalmonFeedlotBoycott.com has speakers available for interviews on the impacts and consequences of farmed salmon feedlots on the ... Click Here to Read More
Canada-wide campaign launched to stand up for wild salmon and the marine environment Media Release (December 27, 2012) Days before the end of 2012, a campaign has been launched that calls for Canadians... Click Here to Read More
Strong Performance In Ottawa Tops Off Pre-Holiday Campaigning On High Note For immediate release OTTAWA - Glen Murray strongly impressed Ontario Liberals gathered for the third all-candidates leaders... Click Here to Read More
Go to www.ontarionature.org/cbc and grab your binoculars! For Immediate Release Toronto, December 19, 2012 - Why not join a century-long Christmas tradi... Click Here to Read More
Member-Led Process Would Look At Leaderships, Nominations, Policy, Participation For immediate release TORONTO - As Premier and Ontario Liberal Leader, Glen Murray would reform the Party with members l... Click Here to Read More
Media Release Installing insulation is one of the most cost-effective initiatives when it comes to lowering a building’s heating and cooling costs. The key to achieving maximum benefit, however, is proper installation of the pro... Click Here to Read More
Communiqué Un des moyens les plus rentables de réduire les frais de chauffage et de climatisation d’un immeuble consiste à y installer des produits isolants. Cependant, il est essentiel de bien installer les produits pour obt... Click Here to Read More
Liberal Leaderships Will Be More Democratic, Easier And More Affordable For immediate release TORONTO - As Premier and Ontario Liberal Leader, Glen Murray would make sure that next time the Leader is... Click Here to Read More
For immediate release Toronto, December 10, 2012 - Following a century-long tradition, some 60,000 birders will venture out across North America to participate in the single longest-running and most popular wildlife census in ... Click Here to Read More
Pour diffusion immédiate (Ottawa, le 7 décembre 2012) La Cour suprême du Canada a rendu aujourd’hui sa décision dans la cause Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador c. AbitibiBowater Inc. et al., qui porte sur les obligations légales ... Click Here to Read More
For immediate release Ontario Leadership Candidate’s Call For Tax Breaks, No-Money-Down Tuition Is Heard THUNDER BAY, December 9, 2012 - Glen Murray used his strong understanding of the new innova... Click Here to Read More
For immediate release Ontario Leadership Candidate Says It’s Time For Northern Regional Government THUNDER BAY - Glen Murray will renew his call for Northern Ontario to have its own regional government wh... Click Here to Read More
Backgrounder The North Needs Its Own Voice A real voice for the North means it’s time for meaningful administrative devolution. As the next Ontario Liberal Premier, Glen Murray will take the steps for Northern Ontario to ha... Click Here to Read More
(Ottawa, December 7, 2012) The Supreme Court of Canada released its decision today in Newfoundland and Labrador v. AbitibiBowater Inc. et al., which addresses the legal obligations of insolvent companies with respect to contaminated sit... Click Here to Read More
Three Ontario groups offer tips for those looking to make the better environmental choice this holiday season December 7, 2012 - Ontario Forestry Association, Trees Ontario and Christmas Tree Farmers of Ontario are a... Click Here to Read More
Attention: Winnipeg News, City Hall and Business Editors Media Advisory Cement Association of Canada President and CEO in Winnipeg to discuss sustainability and cost containment of municipal infrastructure e... Click Here to Read More
Attn: Radio, print and agriculture editors - December 6, 2012 Who: Keith Reid is a farmer from the Owen Sound area and coordinator of the Grey-Bruce Alternative Land Use Services (ALUS) program. He appeared in the recent ON... Click Here to Read More
For Immediate Release TORONTO, December 5, 2012 - Building Owners and Managers Association of the Greater Toronto Area (BOMA Toronto) has been named the recipient of the 2012 ‘Associations Make a Better Canada’ award by th... Click Here to Read More
Attn: Radio, print and agriculture editors - December 5, 2012 Interview Opportunity - ALUS is in Norfolk County Who: Lindsay Bennett is the coordinator of the Norfolk County - Alternative Land Use Services (ALUS) ... Click Here to Read More
For immediate release EXPERTS PRAISE GLEN MURRAY’S PLAN FOR SMALL BUSINESS AND JOBS “I Very Much Support Glen’s Focus” … “Innovative” … “Good Public Policy” T... Click Here to Read More
For immediate release News Advisory/Photo Op Media Availability GLEN MURRAY, ONTARIO LIBERAL LEADERSHIP CANDIDATE PLAN FOR JOBS AND SMALL BUSINESS As the next Ontario Liberal Premier, Glen Mu... Click Here to Read More
Attention: Barrie News, City Hall and Business Editors Media Advisory Cement Association of Canada President and CEO in Barrie to discuss sustainability and cost containment of municipal infrastructure expen... Click Here to Read More
REMARKS Gord Miller, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario Annual Greenhouse Gas Progress Report 2012 - A Question of Commitment Legislative Media Studio, Queen’s Park 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 4th, 2012 Check Aga... Click Here to Read More
DISCOURS M. Gord Miller, commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario Rapport sur les progrès des activités en Ontario pour réduire les émissions des gaz à effet de serre : Une Question D’Engagement Studio des médias de Queen’s... Click Here to Read More
December 4, 2012 - Ontario's Environmental Commissioner, Gord Miller, says the Ontario government is backing away from its plan to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases (GHGs). Gord Miller today released "A Question of Commitment," th... Click Here to Read More
Le 4 décembre 2012 - M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario (CEO), dit que le gouvernement de l'Ontario s'éloigne de son plan visant à réduire les émissions de gaz à effet de serre (GES). Aujourd'hui, M. Gord M... Click Here to Read More
Opinion poll released as solar industry meets at convention in Toronto Ottawa, December 3, 2012 - A new opinion poll commissioned by Friends of the Earth Canada shows overwhelming support for green energy in Ontario, and strong oppos... Click Here to Read More
For immediate release December 2, 2012 On my scorecard, Glen Murray wins. More than any other candidate, he had a mastery and command of policy ideas at his fingertips. He spoke without notes, including... Click Here to Read More
What: Free Webinar - Centralized vs. Decentralized Energy: Lessons from Germany When: Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. (EST) Where: Online webinar. Access details provided upon registration. Register at: Click Here to Read More
Cement Association of Canada President and CEO in London to discuss sustainability and cost containment of municipal infrastructure expenditures Attention: London News, City Hall and Business Editors Media Advisory... Click Here to Read More
In addition to the usual dispute as to one’s yearly naughty-or-nice status, this holiday season there is another cause for debate. Public opinion is divided between the Christmas tree choices: real or fake. A recent poll shows Ontarians are alm... Click Here to Read More
COMMUNITY ENERGY PLANNING BEST WAY TO DECIDE NEEDS AND LOCATIONS For immediate release News Release TORONTO - November 28, 2012 - As the next Ontario Liberal Premier, ... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario will release the 2012 edition of his annual review of the government’s Climate Change Action Plan at a media conference on Dec 4th, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. The conference will ... Click Here to Read More
Avis aux médias Le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario publiera l’édition 2012 de sa revue annuelle du Plan d’action du gouvernement de l’Ontario contre les changements climatiques au cours d'une conférence de presse... Click Here to Read More
Media Technical Briefing What: Media Technical Briefing with Arne Jungjohan Director for the Environment and Global Dialogue Program, Heinrich Boell Institute (Washington office) Where: OSEA office, 156 Front Street ... Click Here to Read More
Cement Association of Canada President and CEO in B.C. week of November 26, 2012 to discuss sustainability and cost containment of municipal infrastructure expenditures Attention: News, City Hall and Business Editors Click Here to Read More
Request seeking immediate action sent to the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development and the Office of the Auditor General of Canada Ottawa, November 23, 2012 - Friends of the Earth Canada has filed a petition an... Click Here to Read More
Media Release Attached is the text of a speech delivered by Michael McSweeney, President and CEO of the Cement Association of Canada, at the 2012 Pollution Probe Gala Dinner held on November 20, 2012. In his remarks, Mr. McSweeney advoca... Click Here to Read More
For immediate release Candidate For Premier Calls For Stronger Northern Voice, Wins Support Across Region HANMER, ONT. - Ontario Liberal Leadership Candidate Glen Murray’s campaign for renewal has racke... Click Here to Read More
Interview Opportunity - Week of November 18, 2012 What: Where is the Ontario Renewable Energy Feed-In Tariff program? Who: Kristopher Stevens, Executive Director of the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) To... Click Here to Read More
Statement for immediate release GLEN MURRAY OPPOSES DOWNTOWN TORONTO CASINO TORONTO - November 16, 2012 - Glen Murray, Toronto Centre MPP and candidate for Ontario Liberal Leader, issued the following state... Click Here to Read More
En tant que premier ministre libéral de l’Ontario, Murray cherche à créer un gouvernement régional dans le nord de l’Ontario Pour diffusion immédiate Communiqué de presse THUNDER BAY - En ta... Click Here to Read More
For immediate release As Ontario Liberal Premier, Murray Wants Northern Regional Government THUNDER BAY - Ontario Liberal Leadership Candidate Glen Murray says it’s time for Northern Ontario to hav... Click Here to Read More
Pour diffusion immédiate Occasion d’entrevue Glen Murray s’apprête à mettre le cap sur le Nord afin de rencontrer les libéraux de l’OntarioLe prétendant à la chefferie ... Click Here to Read More
Leadership Candidate Says It’s Time For Northern Ontario To Have Stronger Voice TORONTO - Ontario Liberal leadership candidate Glen Murray heads to Northern Ontario this week, to meet with Northerners and talk abou... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory (Updated November 14, 2012) When: Wednesday, November 14, 2012 @ NOON. Where: Christy Clark, Premier and M... Click Here to Read More
Attention: Sudbury News, City Hall and Business Editors Media Advisory Cement Association of Canada President and CEO in Sudbury to discuss sustainability and cost containment of municipal infrastructure exp... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory When: Wednesday, November 14, 2012 @ noon. What: Community members from the Broughton Archipelago a... Click Here to Read More
By Glen Murray The race to lead the Ontario Liberal Party is heating up, and Ontarians rightly expect to hear from those who would be Leader - and Premier - how their plans will work. My plan is for renewal - we’ve ac... Click Here to Read More
Rédigé par Glen Murray La course à la direction du Parti libéral de l’Ontario s’intensifie et les Ontariens s’attendent, à juste titre, d’écouter aux prétendants au poste de chef - et de premier ministre - af... Click Here to Read More
Pour diffusion immédiate Le candidat libéral affirme être prêt si l’opposition déclenchait une élection précipitée, mais préfère faire avancer ce gouvernement minoritaire Toronto - le 9 nove... Click Here to Read More
For immediate release Ready if opposition forces election, but let’s try to make minority work, says Liberal leadership candidate TORONTO - November 9, 2012 - If chosen as Ontario's Premier, Glen M... Click Here to Read More
Media Release Notice of Appeal cites errors in both points of law and evidence (November 5, 2012, Toronto, Canada) Trillium Power Wind Corporation (Trillium Power) has served its Notice to Appeal regarding... Click Here to Read More
Attention: Kingston News, City Hall and Business Editors Media Availability Cement Association of Canada President and CEO in Kingston to discuss sustainability and cost containment of municipal infrastructu... Click Here to Read More
For immediate release November 4, 2012 News Release Glen Murray Enters Ontario Liberal Leadership Race Toronto Centre MPP Is First To Join Contest To Become Next Premier TORONTO - Glen Murr... Click Here to Read More
Glen Murray brings to the Ontario Liberal Party leadership race a lifetime of public service -- as an Ontario MPP and Cabinet Minister, former mayor of Winnipeg, and as an activist in sustainable development, urban affairs, community health and human... Click Here to Read More
Pour diffusion immédiate Le 4 novembre 2012 Communiqué de presse Glen Murray se lance dans la course à la direction du Parti libéral de l’Ontario Le député de Toronto-Centre est le premie... Click Here to Read More
For immediate release November 3, 2012 News Advisory/Photo Op Join Glen Murray, MPP for Toronto Centre for a special announcement Where: Maple Leaf Gardens, 4th Floor Mattamy Centre Athletic Lounge Wh... Click Here to Read More
Attention: News, City Hall and Business Editors Media Advisory Cement Association of Canada President and CEO in Ottawa to discuss sustainability and cost containment of municipal infrastructure expenditures... Click Here to Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sointula, British Columbia, October, 31, 2012 - Today Justice Bruce Cohen released the Final Report on his $26 million inquiry into the 17-year decline of the Fraser sockeye. Cohen states DFO should be re... Click Here to Read More
Media Release October 31, 2012 Today, the much-anticipated Final Report of the Cohen Inquiry was made public. The 1,100 page Report was released almost three years after Prime Minister Harper announced Justice B... Click Here to Read More
Media Release Friends of the Rouge Watershed tells Federal Legislative Committee new park concept is on the wrong track - the study area is far too small and crucial ecological corridors are omitted (Oct... Click Here to Read More
TORONTO, October 30, 2012 - Rogers Communications today released its latest Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report. The report offers insights into the company’s performance - progress and challenges - demonstrating its commitment to b... Click Here to Read More
Interview Opportunity October 29, 2012 Today, the much-anticipated Cohen Commission Final Report was released to government. It will be made public on Wednesday, October 31st at a media conference held by Justice Bruce... Click Here to Read More
Attention: News, City Hall and Business Editors Media Advisory Cement Association of Canada President and CEO in Regina to discuss sustainability and cost containment of municipal infrastructure expenditures Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory What: Northwest Kick Start plan featured at the Ontario Waterpower Association’s Power of Water Canada Conference in Niagara-on-the Lake, October 23, 2012. Background: The Northwest Kick Start plan, unveile... Click Here to Read More
Attention: News, City Hall and Business Editors Media Advisory Cement Association of Canada President and CEO in Brandon to discuss sustainability and cost containment of municipal infrastructure expenditures... Click Here to Read More
Attention: News, City Hall and Business Editors Media Advisory Cement Association of Canada President and CEO in St. John’s to discuss sustainability and cost containment of municipal infrastructure expend... Click Here to Read More
Attention: News, City Hall and Business Editors Media Advisory Cement Association of Canada President and CEO in Fort McMurray to discuss sustainability and cost containment of municipal infrastructure expenditures Click Here to Read More
By Gord Miller Environmental Commissioner of Ontario It’s an uncertainty we can all relate to. You go to your refrigerator to get some milk, yogurt or sliced meat, and wonder whether you need to t... Click Here to Read More
Attention: News, City Hall and Business Editors Media Advisory Cement Association of Canada President and CEO in Red Deer to discuss sustainability and cost containment of municipal infrastructure expenditures ... Click Here to Read More
Attention: News, City Hall and Business Editors Media Advisory Cement Association of Canada President and CEO in Edmonton to discuss sustainability and cost containment of municipal infrastructure expenditur... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, October 2, 2012 - Following a summer of relentless hot and dry weather, the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario warned today the Ontario government is not doing enough to protect our water resources against the threat of continued d... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 2 octobre 2012 - Compte tenu de l’été extrêmement chaud et sec que nous avons connu, le commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario met aujourd’hui le gouvernement de l’Ontario en garde contre le fait qu’il ne fait p... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, October 2, 2012 - The Ontario government should put additional areas of the province off-limits to wind power projects to safeguard birds, bats and their habitats, says Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner Gord Miller, who released ... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 2 octobre 2012 - Le gouvernement de l’Ontario devrait interdire les projets d’énergie éolienne dans plus de régions de la province qu’à l’heure actuelle afin de protéger les oiseaux, les chauves-souris et leurs habitat... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, October 2, 2012 - Ontario is blind to the impact forestry is having on wildlife species across the province says Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner Gord Miller today in the release of Part 2 of his 2011/2012 Annual Report, Losi... Click Here to Read More
Toronto, le 2 octobre 2012 « L’Ontario ne perçoit pas les répercussions de la foresterie à l’échelle provinciale sur les espèces fauniques », déclare le commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario, M. Gord Miller. Ce dernier pu... Click Here to Read More
Legislative Media Studio, Queen's Park 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 2, 2012 Check Against Delivery There are some positive developments to report in this Part 2 of our Annual Report to the Legislature. We have some improvements i... Click Here to Read More
Media Advisory Cement Association of Canada President and CEO in Thunder Bay to discuss sustainability and cost containment of municipal infrastructure expenditures Concrete, when compared with other materials, provides gre... Click Here to Read More
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