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Publication Date: November 2020
Pages: 4
The Lower Fraser River and its estuary host a remarkable diversity of species within a globally important ecosystem, including its role as one of the greatest salmon bearing rivers in the world.
Publication Date: October 2020
Pages: 10
In July 2020, the federal government released draft terms of reference for a strategic assessment of thermal coal mining. Done right, a strategic assessment could help halt the mining and export of this carbon-intensive product.
Publication Date: October 2020
Pages: 33
In July 2020, the federal government released draft terms of reference for a strategic assessment of thermal coal mining – the first strategic assessment conducted under Canada’s new Impact Assessment Act.
Publication Date: September 2020
Pages: 11
In September 2019, Alberta launched a constitutional reference (legal challenge) of Canada’s new Impact Assessment Act.
Publication Date: June 2020
Pages: 47
Canada has missed every greenhouse gas emission (GHG) reduction target that has been set prior to its 2030 target. In order to meet our obligations to address climate change, a legal framework is needed to ensure accountability.
Publication Date: June 2020
Pages: 44
A Backgrounder on BC’s Proposed Changes to the Reviewable Projects Regulation
Publication Date: September 2019
Pages: 24
In 2015, Ministerial mandate letters charged three federal Ministers with responsibility for reforms on fisheries, protected areas, shipping, and wildlife protection.
Publication Date: August 2019
Pages: 16
On August 28, 2019, the federal government brought Canada’s new Impact Assessment Act (IAA) into force, replacing the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, 2012 (CEAA 2012).
Publication Date: August 2019
Pages: 6
In June 2019, the federal government passed Bill C-69, which enacts a new Impact Assessment Act and Canadian Energy Regulator Act, and strengthens the Navigation Protection Act.
Publication Date: August 2019
Pages: 5