Marianne Ariganello's op-ed in the National Observer talks about what will be lost if we don't take rapid action to protect nature -- at COP15 and beyond.
Want to read more about For Our Kids' actions during COP15? Read about the March for Biodiversity here and check out Jennifer Smith's op-ed and commentary here.
Read the full article here.
Marianne's wasn't the only important op-ed in the National Observer. This op-ed appeared on the same day, and we wanted to share it with you too, because "Indigenous communities are adept at sustainable practices, sometimes developed over thousands of years, making them essential players in decarbonization and adaptation measures. However, rather than prioritize this knowledge and expertise, climate COP negotiators sideline them."
Read the full article here.
Such a move would send a clear message that we are seeking a new normal for the sake of the planet’s health and for our kids.
This month, NDP MP Charlie Angus introduced Bill C-372, “An Act respecting fossil fuel advertising” in the House of Commons. This was modelled on the act targeting tobacco advertisements. Reaction was swift and extreme with overblown claims that ordinary citizens would be jailed for sharing positive opinions about oil and gas. Hopefully, common sense will prevail.
While it’s hard to talk about given our economy’s reliance on fossil fuels, we know what’s causing these wildfires and hazy skies. For too long, the oil and gas industry has known about the devastating effects that their emissions would have on the planet and they’ve spent decades working to hide the damage their industry causes from the rest of us.
Read Claire and Miranda's full piece in The Edmonton Journal here.
Parent-led climate action group For Our Kids went to the Ontario Court of Appeal Monday to support youth suing the province over alleged climate inaction.
The lawsuit claims Ontario's plan to curb greenhouse gas emissions is in contravention with Canada’s Paris Agreement commitments to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius — which Ontario pledged to uphold — and constitutes a breach of the Charter rights of the province’s youth, who will suffer the most from climate change.
"Parents will do anything to protect their children," said Whyte. "We'll always show up in that fight."