Podcasts about ecojustice

For years, the Mitchikanibikok Inik First Nation community has fought to keep mining off of their territory. In an important ruling, the Superior Court of Québec has recognized that the Québec government failed for decades in its constitutional duty to consult the Mitchikanibikok Inik First Nation when mining claims were granted on its territory. Lawyers from Ecojustice and the Centre québécois du droit de l'environnement argued that the Quebec mining act violated the constitution, and they won. We speak with Joshua Ginsberg, the lawyer for Ecojustice who represented Mitchikanibikok Inik First Nation in this case.

Fundraising isn't just about securing donations—it's about embedding justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation into every aspect of the process. In this episode of The Small Nonprofit Podcast, Maria sits down with Huda Al-Saedy, Director of Philanthropy at Ecojustice, to explore how nonprofits can align their fundraising practices with their core values. From redefining policies to centering Indigenous voices, Huda shares how Ecojustice has built authentic donor relationships, empowered its team, and addressed systemic inequities. Whether you're a nonprofit leader or a fundraiser looking to create meaningful change, this conversation will help you rethink how you approach philanthropy with an equity-driven mindset. Nonprofit Inclusive and Indigenized Philanthropy – The Highlights: Building a diverse and inclusive team: Learn how Ecojustice attracts and retains diverse staff through inclusive hiring practices and equitable workplace policies. Redefining donor engagement: Discover how to have honest conversations with donors about Indigenous reconciliation and systemic inequities. Shifting the narrative: How Ecojustice positions donors as partners and highlights Indigenous and marginalized communities as leaders in environmental justice. Supportive philanthropy: Ecojustice's approach to sharing resources, supporting smaller organizations, and promoting equitable funding. Policy in action: Why they introduced a land back policy and how it's reshaping their approach to accepting gifts of land. 

Protecting our planet requires legal power, and Ecojustice is leading the charge. In this Opportunity Spotlight episode, host Christoph Clodius sits down with Tracy London, Executive Director of Ecojustice, to discuss the organization's critical work in defending nature, combating the climate crisis, and fighting for a healthy environment for all. Tracy sheds light on Ecojustice's impactful legal actions, collaborative partnerships, and the crucial role of philanthropy in driving their mission forward. Discover how Ecojustice is making a real difference in protecting our planet and how you can get involved.

Episode NotesThis episode of Beneath the Surface features a discussion about the proposed Kerr-Sulphurets-Mitchell (KSM) mine in northern British Columbia. If completed, the KSM mine would become one of the world's largest gold-copper mines, threatening critical river systems and the communities that depend on them.Joining us is Rachel Gutman, a lawyer with Ecojustice, who is part of the legal team challenging the B.C. Environmental Assessment Office's decision to classify the KSM mine as “substantially started.” This designation allows the mine to move forward under an environmental assessment conducted over a decade ago, despite significant changes in environmental laws, science, and our understanding of climate risks.Rachel breaks down what “substantially started” means, why this case matters, and what a legal victory could mean for environmental protection and Indigenous rights in British Columbia.Learn more about:EcojusticeSkeenaWildSoutheast Alaska Indigenous Transboundary Commission

Was the positive tone of Trudeau's Mar-a-Lago visit overstated by Canadian media? Is Canada going to be the 51st state like Trump said at dinner? Was this the PR win that Trudeau needed? Harrison Lowman joins to break down Trudeau's big day in Florida.Plus, how was nearly $10 million stolen from one of Canada's biggest music funder's bank account? And, do Canadians see the value in CBC?Host: Jesse BrownCredits: Sam Konnert (Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor)Guest: Harrison Lowman Further reading: Inside Trudeau's Mar-a-Lago dinner with Trump – and how it all went down | Globe and MailTrump's quip about Canada becoming 51st state was a joke, says minister who was there | CBC$9.8M stolen from FACTOR bank account, Canadian provider of music grants alleges | CBCPierre Poilievre wants to defund the CBC. Here's what Canadians think of that | Toronto Star Sponsors: Douglas, Squarespace, Ecojustice, oxio, Article, Athletic Greens, BetterHelp, Canva, Peloton If you value this podcast, Support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For years, the Mitchikanibikok Inik First Nation community has fought to keep mining off of their territory. In an important ruling, the Superior Court of Québec has recognized that the Québec government failed for decades in its constitutional duty to consult the Mitchikanibikok Inik First Nation when mining claims were granted on its territory. Lawyers from Ecojustice and the Centre québécois du droit de l'environnement argued that the Quebec mining act violated the constitution, and they won. We speak with Joshua Ginsberg, the lawyer for Ecojustice who represented Mitchikanibikok Inik First Nation in this case.

We talk about climate news and a youth lawsuit, with Fraser Thompson of Ecojustice.

An essay in the Toronto Star suggests there's a rule in Canadian newsrooms that limits the coverage of Palestine. Lisa Goldman joins to unpack the idea that there's a double standard when it comes to reporting on Israel and Palestine, and why she thinks we should be talking less about antisemitism right now. Host: Jesse BrownCredits: James Nicholson (Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor/ Mixer), max collins (Production Manager and Fact Checking), Jesse Brown (Editor) Guest: Lisa Goldman Further Reading on Our Website This episode features the audio short, “Ug Wug: The Real Reason for Inflation” by Wes McClintock (Saint John, NB), one of the finalists from the 2024 Local Correspondents Audio Competition, a CanadaLabs initiative. CanadaLabs, a hub for the next generation of audio journalists, is made possible with the support of Amazon Music, The Perspective Fund, and Canadaland Supporters. Be part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis. Go to canadaland.com/join to become a yearly Canadaland Supporter today and get 3 months of perks and benefits for free. Sponsors: Douglas, Squarespace, Ecojustice, oxio, Article, Athletic Greens, BetterHelp, Canva, PelotonSquarespace: Check out Squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. PolicyMe: Head over to policyme.com and secure your Health and Dental coverage in just 5 minutes - no medical questions needed!oxio: Head over to canadaland.oxio.ca and use code CANADALAND for your first month free! ExpressVPN: Get your money's worth at expressvpn.com/canadaland and get an extra three months of ExpressVPN for free! You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The federal government is updating the decades-old Canadian Environmental Protection Act. But the environmental group EcoJustice says Ottawa is missing the boat on their efforts to assess chemicals possibly toxic to both human health and the environment. Find out why.

Not to be dramatic but, are we doomed? Dr. Daniel Holz, Professor of Astronomy and Astrophysics at the University of Chicago, Founder and Director of XLab, and Chair of the Science and Security Board for the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists (helps set the Doomsday Clock time) Did OceanGate ignore warnings leading up to the Titan disaster? Mark Harris, Investigative Science and Technology Reporter and Contributor for WIRED Why Minister Guilbeault's emergency order delay was deemed unlawful Kegan Pepper-Smith, Lawyer for EcoJustice representing the Wilderness Committee Is journalism under siege?  Melissa Goldin, News Verification Reporter for The Associated Press Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Federal Environment Minister, Steven Guilbeault, was found guilty of breaking the law by delaying a recommendation for an emergency order to protect endangered spotted owls. Kegan Pepper-Smith, Lawyer for EcoJustice representing the Wilderness Committee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Representatives from the Aamjiwnaang First Nation and various environmental groups hold a news conference in Ottawa to raise concerns about health and environmental harms caused by the plastic industry in Canada. Aamjiwnaang First Nation called on the Ontario government to shut down a chemical plant in Sarnia after high levels of the cancer-causing chemical benzene were detected in the Ontario First Nation and several of its community members fell ill and were hospitalized. Speaking with reporters are Janelle Nahmabin (elected councillor, Aamjiwnaang First Nation), Dr. Sehjal Bhargava (Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment ), Melissa Gorrie (law reform manager, Ecojustice), Sabaa Khan (climate director and director general of Quebec and Atlantic Canada, David Suzuki Foundation), and Karen Wirsig (senior program manager for plastics, Environmental Defence).The news conference comes as Canada hosts the fourth session of the United Nations' Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4). Delegates from around the world are meeting in the nation's capital from April 23 to 29 to develop an international legally binding agreement on plastic pollution by the end of 2024.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.

If a recent commercial is to be believed, then FortisBC is in the business of selling outdoor gear. Nothing in the 30-second ad of a parent and child walking through a forest suggests that connecting your home to gas could lead to catastrophic global warming.  Two concerned B.C. residents and the organization Stand.Earth are taking FortisBC to court for using ads like this to greenwash its products. Lawyers from Ecojustice and Slater Vecchio LLP are bringing the case against FortisBC under the Business Practices and Consumer Protection Act. We speak with Andhra Azevedo, one of the lawyers at Ecojustice.

Legislation brought in last year will require the government to examine the links between racialization, socio-economic status and environmental risk. That link is very clear in communities like the Aamjiwnaang First Nation just outside of Sarnia, Ontario, in an area known as Chemical Valley.  Last year, the Ontario government released the findings of the Sarnia Area Environmental Health Project. Elaine MacDonald joins me to talk about project and the experiences of the Aamjiwnaang First Nation. 

Roy L Hales/ Cortes Currents - A Federal Court ruled that Canada's Environment Minister, Steven Guilbeault, failed to protect habitats of at-risk migratory birds in old growth logging areas. Chief Justice Paul Crampton stated the Minister's decision to limit protection to areas where nests were found ‘was neither reasonable or tenable.' “This is specifically about the Minister's duty under the Species At-risk Act to take action to protect areas of critical habitat for at-risk migratory birds. Despite the Species At-Risk act being about 20 years old, we had never seen the Minister actually take any action under this section of the act to protect critical habitat of at-risk migratory birds. At least about 25 species of birds are affected by this section,” explained Andhra Azevedo of Ecojustice, the lead counsel representing Sierra Club BC and the Wilderness Committee. “The federal government had taken the view, through a document called the {, that the duty of the Minister to take action to protect critical habitat only applied to protecting the nests of these birds and not the rest of the habitat that these birds needed to survive and recover. That was what we challenged.” Lawyers for the Canadian government also argued that federal jurisdiction was limited by the division of powers with the provinces, but Justice Crampton found the federal government's actions ‘inconsistent' with the Species At-Risk Act. “This is particularly so where the relevant province has failed to avail itself of opportunities to take protective action in an area of joint responsibility.” Andhra Azevedo: “On February 1st we received the decision of Chief Justice Crampton, of the Federal Court, agreeing with our clients Sierra Club BC and Wilderness Committee, that the Minister's interpretation was not justified. The Species At-Risk Act and the Migratory Birds Protection Laws require the Minister to take action to protect something more than this.” In his Judgement and Reasons, Justice Crampton wrote, “The Applicants state that the Minister did not consider evidence indicating that habitat loss and degradation is a key threat to the survival and recovery of most at-risk migratory birds affected by the Protection Statement. I agree.” Judge Crampton pointed out that in September 2021, the Sierra Club and WIlderness Committee informed the Minister that ‘Marbeled Murrelet populations have continued to decline, despite being listed under the Species At-Risk Act for many years.' The two conservation groups pointed out that, “The majority of the Marbled Murrelet's critical habitat is on provincial lands and that the province of British Columbia had failed to adequately protect that habitat from industrial logging and other activities.”

Naomi Ortiz (they/she) explores the cultivation of care and connection within states of stress. Reimagining our relationship with land and challenging who is an environmentalist in the Arizona U.S./Mexico borderlands, is investigated in their new poetry/essay collection, Rituals for Climate Change: A Crip Struggle for Ecojustice. Their non-fiction book, Sustaining Spirit: Self-Care for Social Justice, provides informative tools and insightful strategies for diverse communities on addressing burnout. Nominated and selected as a 2022 Disability Futures Fellow and a 2021-2023 Reclaiming the US/Mexico Border Narrative Grant Awardee, they emphasize interdependence and spiritual growth through their poetry, writing, facilitation, and visual art. In this special episode, we discuss:Slowing downWhat makes a good lifeCare workStorytellingDissonanceRelationship with the landAcknowledging and honoring capacityRefuge and synchronicityConnect with Naomi on their website or on Instagram @naomiortizwriterartistLearn more about Naomi's books, Sustaining Spirit: Self Care for Social Justice and Rituals for Climate Change: A Crip Struggle for EcojusticePodcast music by Charles Kurtz+ Read transcript

Climate change and climate denial have remained largely off the radar in literacy and social studies education in the United States. How to Confront Climate Denial: Literacy, Social Studies, and Climate Change (Teachers College Press, 2022) addresses that gap with the design of the Climate Denial Inquiry Model (CDIM) and clear examples of how educators and students can confront two forms of climate denial: science denial and action denial. The CDIM highlights how critical literacies specifically designed for climate denial texts can be used alongside eco-civic practices of deliberation, reflexivity, and counter-narration to help students discern corporate, financial, and politically motivated roots of climate denial and to better understand efforts to misinform the American public, sow doubt and distrust of basic scientific knowledge, and erode support for evidence-based policymaking and collective civic action. With an emphasis on inquiry-based teaching and learning, the book also charts a path from destructive stories-we-live-by that are steeped in climate denial (humans are separate from nature, the primary goal of society is economic growth without limits, nature is a resource to be used and exploited) to ecojustice stories-To-live by that invite teachers and students to consider more just and sustainable futures. As mentioned in the podcast, From Climate Denial to Ecojustice is the accompanying website.James S. Damico is Professor of Literacy, Culture, and Language Education at Indiana University, Bloomington, U.S.A. Mark Baildon is an Associate Professor of Foundations of Education and Coordinator of International Collaborations and Partnerships in United Arab Emirates University's College of Education. Madden Gilhooly is a public-school teacher and casual academic based on Gadigal land in so-called-Sydney, Australia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Climate change and climate denial have remained largely off the radar in literacy and social studies education in the United States. How to Confront Climate Denial: Literacy, Social Studies, and Climate Change (Teachers College Press, 2022) addresses that gap with the design of the Climate Denial Inquiry Model (CDIM) and clear examples of how educators and students can confront two forms of climate denial: science denial and action denial. The CDIM highlights how critical literacies specifically designed for climate denial texts can be used alongside eco-civic practices of deliberation, reflexivity, and counter-narration to help students discern corporate, financial, and politically motivated roots of climate denial and to better understand efforts to misinform the American public, sow doubt and distrust of basic scientific knowledge, and erode support for evidence-based policymaking and collective civic action. With an emphasis on inquiry-based teaching and learning, the book also charts a path from destructive stories-we-live-by that are steeped in climate denial (humans are separate from nature, the primary goal of society is economic growth without limits, nature is a resource to be used and exploited) to ecojustice stories-To-live by that invite teachers and students to consider more just and sustainable futures. As mentioned in the podcast, From Climate Denial to Ecojustice is the accompanying website.James S. Damico is Professor of Literacy, Culture, and Language Education at Indiana University, Bloomington, U.S.A. Mark Baildon is an Associate Professor of Foundations of Education and Coordinator of International Collaborations and Partnerships in United Arab Emirates University's College of Education. Madden Gilhooly is a public-school teacher and casual academic based on Gadigal land in so-called-Sydney, Australia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/environmental-studies

Climate change and climate denial have remained largely off the radar in literacy and social studies education in the United States. How to Confront Climate Denial: Literacy, Social Studies, and Climate Change (Teachers College Press, 2022) addresses that gap with the design of the Climate Denial Inquiry Model (CDIM) and clear examples of how educators and students can confront two forms of climate denial: science denial and action denial. The CDIM highlights how critical literacies specifically designed for climate denial texts can be used alongside eco-civic practices of deliberation, reflexivity, and counter-narration to help students discern corporate, financial, and politically motivated roots of climate denial and to better understand efforts to misinform the American public, sow doubt and distrust of basic scientific knowledge, and erode support for evidence-based policymaking and collective civic action. With an emphasis on inquiry-based teaching and learning, the book also charts a path from destructive stories-we-live-by that are steeped in climate denial (humans are separate from nature, the primary goal of society is economic growth without limits, nature is a resource to be used and exploited) to ecojustice stories-To-live by that invite teachers and students to consider more just and sustainable futures. As mentioned in the podcast, From Climate Denial to Ecojustice is the accompanying website.James S. Damico is Professor of Literacy, Culture, and Language Education at Indiana University, Bloomington, U.S.A. Mark Baildon is an Associate Professor of Foundations of Education and Coordinator of International Collaborations and Partnerships in United Arab Emirates University's College of Education. Madden Gilhooly is a public-school teacher and casual academic based on Gadigal land in so-called-Sydney, Australia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/education

Climate change and climate denial have remained largely off the radar in literacy and social studies education in the United States. How to Confront Climate Denial: Literacy, Social Studies, and Climate Change (Teachers College Press, 2022) addresses that gap with the design of the Climate Denial Inquiry Model (CDIM) and clear examples of how educators and students can confront two forms of climate denial: science denial and action denial. The CDIM highlights how critical literacies specifically designed for climate denial texts can be used alongside eco-civic practices of deliberation, reflexivity, and counter-narration to help students discern corporate, financial, and politically motivated roots of climate denial and to better understand efforts to misinform the American public, sow doubt and distrust of basic scientific knowledge, and erode support for evidence-based policymaking and collective civic action. With an emphasis on inquiry-based teaching and learning, the book also charts a path from destructive stories-we-live-by that are steeped in climate denial (humans are separate from nature, the primary goal of society is economic growth without limits, nature is a resource to be used and exploited) to ecojustice stories-To-live by that invite teachers and students to consider more just and sustainable futures. As mentioned in the podcast, From Climate Denial to Ecojustice is the accompanying website.James S. Damico is Professor of Literacy, Culture, and Language Education at Indiana University, Bloomington, U.S.A. Mark Baildon is an Associate Professor of Foundations of Education and Coordinator of International Collaborations and Partnerships in United Arab Emirates University's College of Education. Madden Gilhooly is a public-school teacher and casual academic based on Gadigal land in so-called-Sydney, Australia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/science-technology-and-society

The Alberta Premier has a UCP leadership election this year, and apparently she needs transphobic voter support more than she cares about keeping the government out of classrooms and kids' pronouns. And invitations for Nazis, cancellations for Jews - we analyze the shameful takedown of NDP MLA Selina Robinson and try to figure out where exactly the line for cancellable offence is.Correction (Feb. 8, 2024): This episode originally described Susan Kim as a member of British Columbia's Legislative Assembly, suggested that Premier David Eby allowed her to continue in her role after she apologized for casting doubt on the use of sexual violence by Hamas. Kim is in fact a Victoria city councillor who added her name to a late-October open letter that made reference to “the unverified accusation that Palestinians were guilty of sexual violence.” While Municipal Affairs Minister Anne Kang called on Kim to apologize (which she subsequently did), and declined to call for Kim's resignation, Premier Eby himself did not weigh in.Host: Jesse BrownCredits: Jess Schmidt (Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor), Karyn Pugliese (Editor-in-Chief)Guest: Rachel Matlow Further reading: Danielle Smith's “Preserving Choice for Children and Youth” announcement video on XOpinion: Danielle Smith's sex-ed policy changes are putting all Alberta teenagers at risk - John Ibbitson, The Globe and MailThe influence of conventions in the SCC's decision re: Ford's ministerial mandate letters - Emmett MacfarlaneJoni Mitchell performs at Grammys, 50 years after 1st win - CBC News Sponsors: Douglas, Squarespace, Ecojustice, oxio, Article, Athletic Greens, BetterHelp, Canva, Peloton If you value this podcast, Support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your daily highlights of Toronto Today with Greg Brady. On today's episode: 1 - Colin D'Mello, Queen's Park Bureau Chief for Global News about Loblaws asking Ford Government to change cannabis laws. (:15 - 7:59) 2 - Jamaal Myers, Toronto City Councillor for Ward 23 Scarborough North. talk about Toronto's 2024 budget & affects on Scarborough transit. (8:05 -13:27) 3- Danielle Gallant, lawyer/rep for Ecojustice - a lawsuit of climate activists against the provincial government. (13:32-21:06) 4 -April Engelberg, Toronto lawyer talking about property tax increase potential & Liberal MPs vs. Chow. (21:13 - 28:41)

Your daily highlights of Toronto Today with Greg Brady. On today's episode: 1 - Colin D'Mello, Queen's Park Bureau Chief for Global News about Loblaws asking Ford Government to change cannabis laws. (:15 - 7:59) 2 - Jamaal Myers, Toronto City Councillor for Ward 23 Scarborough North. talk about Toronto's 2024 budget & affects on Scarborough transit. (8:05 -13:27) 3- Danielle Gallant, lawyer/rep for Ecojustice - a lawsuit of climate activists against the provincial government. (13:32-21:06) 4 -April Engelberg, Toronto lawyer talking about property tax increase potential & Liberal MPs vs. Chow. (21:13 - 28:41)

Does face-to-face fundraising feel out of reach for your small nonprofit? Many you think you need a big amount saved just to start. What if I told you there's a way to step into large-scale face-to-face fundraising, just like the big, well-funded organizations, but without the financial barrier of hiring an agency? Today, we'll discuss the pros and cons of pricey face-to-face campaigns and reveal accessible (and scalable!) paths for smaller nonprofits.Joining me is Jerome Cheung, a seasoned fundraiser whose 18-year career has spanned across high-profile charities and agencies. His expertise in monthly giving, telefundraising, face-to-face engagement, and other fundraising avenues has made him a distinguished professional in our field. I met Jerome at Public Outreach, a face-to-face fundraising agejcy, where he honed strategies to manage donor attrition and has successfully spearheaded initiatives for organizations like the American Red Cross, Greenpeace Canada, and Ecojustice.Key Episode Highlights: Rethinking Big-Budget Campaigns: Why break the bank when you can make meaningful connections affordably? Small nonprofits might not have deep pockets, but what we do have is determination and a personal touch that's truly priceless.Volunteers to the Rescue: Your mission's got supporters, right? Let's get them out there talking to folks. Jerome tells us our volunteers have something really special—a real love for the cause that makes potential supporters stop and listen. Start with a Hello, Not an Ask: I joke that asking for monthly donations right away is like asking someone to marry you on the first date - there is little opportunity to build a relationship! Jerome and I talk about kicking things off with a friendly chat and a simple "Can we keep in touch?"Take it to the People: Where's everyone hanging out? At the park, grabbing coffee, walking the dog? That's where we can make some real connections. Jerome shares some cool strategies for making the most of these everyday spots.Don't forget to become a supporter of our show!Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/lDuNNHprP9ILinks and Resources:  Connect with Jerome on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jerome-cheung-a0819912Email: jerome.cheung@stratcom.caConnect with Maria on LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/mariario/Support the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/208666/supporters/newSupport the show

INTRODUCTIONDo you know where the paper and wood you use come from? What concrete guarantees do you have that a certified entity is not harming endangered species? What are the standards and the governance driving this certification body? In this episode, Peter Wood lays out big pieces of answers on the table with a focus, this time, on the #PEFC (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification).It is the logical sequel to episode 48 devoted to FSC certification. They are both part of a series of “Certifications Spotlight: Truths and Traps” audio clips. They will all unravel the mysteries behind the logos, certifications, and declarations you find on packaging. Let's equip you with knowledge and critical thinking to decipher:its meaning,its application,its grey areas,and its pros and cons.HERE ARE THE RECOMMENDED RESOURCES Episode 48: [Certifications Spotlight Audio Clip 2] FSC, Forest Stewardship Council with Peter Wood of UBC as well: https://www.look4loops.com/packaging-podcast/ep48-certifications-review-fsc-forests-logging-wood-paper   An article that explains the problematic situation about logging in endangered species habitat: “B.C. allows logging in critical habitat of one of the province's sole recovering caribou herds” https://thenarwhal.ca/bc-caribou-habitat-wood-river-basin/   Peter Wood mentioned wording from the (Canadian Standard Association) CSA's SFM standards that get to the core of the problem, that the “standards” are ultimately up to the company. The actual wording of this is as follows (under “Assessing values, objectives, indicators, and targets”, page 72): “Management experience might show that previous targets were either easily met (resulting in more rigorous objectives) or impossible to meet (necessitating more realistic goals)”.Let's note that we have learned that since Ecojustice launched the legal challenge, the CSA has decided to close this certification system. Teal Jones, the logging company that is facing the biggest act of civil disobedience in Canadian history, with more than 1,000 people arrested, is certified to CSA, and just posted this news on their website, indicating what is happening: https://tealjones.com/certifications   Here is the website of the Competition Bureau Canada, a consumer fraud body that can help prevent false claims: https://ised-isde.canada.ca/site/competition-bureau-canada/en   An article about the Ecojustice legal challenge against the SFI: “Canada's largest sustainable forestry program [SFI] accused of greenwashing”: https://biv.com/article/2022/12/canadas-largest-sustainable-forestry-program-accused-greenwashing  For the real keeners, the full legal complaint can be viewed here: https://ecojustice.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/SFI-CB-Complaint-Final.pdf  The PEFC website: https://pefc.org/     WHERE TO FIND PETER WOOD?His LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-wood-66811128/   ABOUT PETER WOOD FROM UBCPeter has been working on issues related to forests and sustainability for over twenty years now, both within Canada and his home province of British Columbia, as well as overseas, in places like the Congo Basin and Borneo. He is currently a lecturer and coordinator with the Master of International Forestry Program at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver.PODCAST MUSICSpecial thanks to Joachim Regout who made the jingle. Have a look at his work here. I am happy to bring a sample of our strong bonds on these sound waves. Since I was a child, he made me discover a wide range of music of all kinds. I am also delighted he is a nature lover and shares the Look4Loops 'out of the box philosophy'. He is an inspiring source of creativity for me. 

Today on the program, we meet one of the young people challenging the Ontario government in court over its climate plan. Shaelyn Wabegijig is joined by EcoJustice lawyer, Danielle Gallant.

With Canadians in the North and West fleeing their homes to escape the encroaching infernos, wouldn't it be great if there were places online they could congregate to share news? Ollie Williams of Yellowknife's Cabin Radio joins Jonathan to examine how the wildfire evacuations in the Northwest Territories have offered a (surprisingly encouraging!) glimpse into our post-social-media future.Also: How many CRTC commissioners does it take to reject an application for a broadcast license? They won't say! Host: Jonathan GoldsbieCredits: Kattie Laur (Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Annette Ejiofor (Managing Editor), Karyn Pugliese (Editor-in-Chief)Guest: Ollie Williams Further reading: Joe Oliver: Here's a truth few dare to utter: Canada will benefit from climate change – Financial Post (2019)morgan dawn (@porterfieldlol) – TikTokTVO employees walk off the job Monday after negotiations stall – The Canadian PressLois Lane's daughter rescues Yellowknife pets in vodka-assisted flight – Cabin RadioFindings regarding market capacity in the Yellowknife radio market – CRTCN.W.T.'s Cabin Radio asks Federal Court of Appeal to hear its case against CRTC – CBC News Sponsors: Douglas, Squarespace, Ecojustice, oxio, Article, Athletic Greens, BetterHelp, Canva, Peloton If you value this podcast, Support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast, Daily Commercial News staff writer Angela Gismondi interviews Harley Valentine, a partner with Castlepoint Numa, the company behind the proposed Thornbury Acres development in Thornbury, Ont., a residential farm co-operative on large lots that will allow the condominium owners of each homestead to utilize agricultural and recreational common elements. We also have an interview between staff writer Don Wall and France Daviault, the CEO of the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF), an organization that recently pledged it is expanding its advocacy efforts from women in construction to include other underrepresented communities. Digital media editor Warren Frey and news editor Lindsey Cole also cover the latest Daily Commercial News and Journal of Commerce headlines, including the rebuilding of a landmark bascule bridge in Kingston, ON., the architects on the contentious Ontario Place project are being “named and shamed” by those opposed to the project and work has started on a $16 million honey bee honey bee research centre at the University of Guelph. From the west, a legal challenge to the Roberts Bank Terminal project in Delta, B.C. by conservation groups represented by Ecojustice could mean delays for the massive project and a ‘thumbs up' emoji has been found be a Saskatchewan court as a legally binding agreement on a contract, which could have wide-ranging applications for industry. You can listen to The Construction Record on the Daily Commercial News and Journal of Commerce websites as well as on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music's podcast section. Our previous episode featuring Wayne Dorris from Axis Communications about cybersecurity and construction here. Thanks for listening. DCN-JOC News Services Thornbury Acres: Farming and condo living combined Canadian Apprenticeship Forum expands advocacy mandate Landmark Kingston bascule bridge set to be rebuilt 'Thumbs up' emoji ruling a cautionary tale Legal challenge throws wrench into Roberts Bank terminal project

We talk to ⁠Dr. Elaine MacDonald⁠ about a major update to Canada's most important environmental law and why it's a big win for generational fairness. The House of Commons recently passed landmark legislation overhauling the Canadian Environmental Protection Act for the first time in decades and recognizing the right of every individual in Canada to a healthy environment. Not only that, Bill S-5 tasked the federal government with upholding the principle of intergenerational equity in the bill's implementation. Dr. MacDonald was one of the bill's champions and is Ecojustice's Healthy Communities Program Director. She's an environmental engineer who applies her expertise to work related to air quality, water pollution, and toxic substances.  Highlights “We need to be protecting the environment for all generations, including future generations. So it really instills a kind of long-term thinking into government decision making,” Dr. MacDonald says. “Even within existing generations…when they're assessing substances for regulation under CEPA, they need to be thinking about all the generations that are currently here, from children to elderly people.” Learn more Ecojustice: Working to bring CEPA into the 21st century From our Substack: A step forward for intergenerational equity Government of Canada announces passage of Bill S-5: Strengthening Environmental Protection for a Healthier Canada Act Dr. David Boyd's book, The Right to a Healthy Environment: Revitalizing Canada's Constitution UN passes universal right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment

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This week, we feature Chasen Cunitz, an EPA 'super geek' who works at the US Environmental Protection Agency. With a fascinating career journey that began as a lawyer in the oil & gas industry in Alaska, Chasen ventured into the Alaskan wilderness, spending 8 years exploring remote hamlets and meeting native American communities affected by climate change before joining the EPA. We delve into the origins of the EPA, its perspective on climate action, and its audience. We also discuss unexpected benefits of climate change in nature. This episode offers valuable insights for job seekers considering a government career, nature enthusiasts drawn to Alaska's pristine beauty, and anyone pondering life's meaning. Join us as Chasen inspires optimism and a desire to explore the world and its mysteries. Check out https://climatemayhem.com/chasen-part-2 for show notes and be sure to subscribe to Climate Mayhem on your favorite podcast platform.   Connect with Ty Wolfe-Jones and Jakub Kubicka With Ty Wolfe-Jones on LinkedIn With Ty Wolfe-Jones on Twitter With Jakub Kubicka on LinkedIn With Jakub Kubicka on Twitter Subscribe to Climate Mayhem On any podcast platform Read all show notes at climatemayhem.com Ask a question or suggest a topic on our What-The-Climate Listener Mail Form

This week, we feature Chasen Cunitz, an EPA 'super geek' who works at the US Environmental Protection Agency. With a fascinating career journey that began as a lawyer in the oil & gas industry in Alaska, Chasen ventured into the Alaskan wilderness, spending eight years exploring remote hamlets and meeting native American communities affected by climate change before joining the EPA. We delve into the origins of the EPA, its perspective on climate action, and its audience. We also discuss unexpected benefits of climate change in nature. This episode offers valuable insights for job seekers considering a government career, nature enthusiasts drawn to Alaska's pristine beauty, and anyone pondering life's meaning. Join us as Chasen inspires optimism and a desire to explore the world and its mysteries. Check out https://climatemayhem.com/chasen for show notes and be sure to subscribe to Climate Mayhem on your favorite podcast platform. Connect with Ty Wolfe-Jones and Jakub Kubicka With Ty Wolfe-Jones on LinkedIn With Ty Wolfe-Jones on Twitter With Jakub Kubicka on LinkedIn With Jakub Kubicka on Twitter Subscribe to Climate Mayhem On any podcast platform Read all show notes at climatemayhem.com Ask a question or suggest a topic on our  What-The-Climate Listener Mail Form

Have you ever seen those slick little certification logos on a product that claims it comes from sustainable forestry practices?  Unfortunately, those certifications aren't those most ethical, accurate, and in some cases are just downright bogus, and may not truly reflect the logging practices used to obtain that wood. Peter Wood is a campaigner for Canopy Planet, as well as an adjunct professor at the UBC Faculty of Forestry and a consultant for organizations such as Ecojustice.  With greenwashing being so prevalent these days, our forest products are no different, so I sat down with Peter to chat all about the nuances of these false certifications, how they came to be, current legal challenges, and what you can do to help create a better marketplace for ethically sourced wood products. Links & Resources from this episode: EcoJustice legal challenges: Against the Canadian Standards Association (e.g. certified Teal Jones and Fairy Creek tenure) (July 2021): Against the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (e.g. certified a large proportion of Canadian forestry, including all BC Timber Sales) (November 2022) This letter was sent by Canada's consulate to New York State Senators in response to their proposed Deforestation-Free Procurement Act. The letter argues that "widespread use of third-party forest management certification...provides added assurance that a forest company is operating legally, sustainably and in compliance with world-recognized standards for sustainable forest management”.  In the end, these lobbying efforts were successful in making sure that this law did not apply to Canada, as detailed in this CBC piece. Canopy Planet forest mapper tool KPMG Article TJ Watts before & after photos from certified ‘sustainable' old growth clearcuts Regime changes & logging affecting Salmonid survival study OSO Landslide in 2014* logging influence Unbuilders Competition Bureau - 1-800-348-5358 - @CompBureau EU Anit-Greenwashing Protect Old Growth in BC  Each episode of Nerdy About Nature makes a donation to a non-profit of the guests choosing using funds from Patreon supporters - this episode's donation goes to The Awi'Nakola Foundation! Learn more at https://www.awinakola.com/ Nerdy About Nature is an independent passion project that relies on support from folks like you.  If you're enjoying this podcast and videos, help me keep making them by joining the Patreon family for 1$ a month or more! - https://www.patreon.com/nerdyaboutnature Got Questions?  Want Stickers?  Want community?  Wanna engage?  Do it all as a Patreon member, it's easy! You can also make a one-time donation, get NAN merch, resources and more information at www.NerdyAboutNature.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nerdy-about-nature/support

This week we begin a discussion on the ethics of human interference in nature in the form of medicine and genetic modification. Given that this is the nature series we also provide an introduction to the nine planetary boundaries and discuss what they mean and imagine how they will be maintained in the Solacene. Check out our new zine, 'A Walk Through the Wilderness', available via the link below. All profits go towards Ecojustice, Canada's largest environmental law charity. Our Website: https://solacene.bigcartel.com/about Ecojustice: https://ecojustice.ca

Environmentalism as outlined in the bible can be interpreted in various ways. From different definitions of words like "subdue", to the matter of earthly versus heavenly attention, and even the persistent mentions of wildlife in psalms and parables, this episode discusses the topic of Christian views on nature in some detail. We also talk about how Solacene media outlets will present environmental issues, as well as some rules we think should govern the way our species interacts with the natural world. Check out our new zine, 'A Walk Through the Wilderness', available via the link below. All profits go towards Ecojustice, Canada's largest environmental law charity. Our Website: https://www.solacene.org Ecojustice: https://www.ecojustice.ca

Almost everybody has a different perception of the place and purpose of our species in the world. Are we a part of, or apart from, nature? Various ideologies, religions, and philosophers seek to answer that question in different ways, and while it may seem a semantic difference, in this episode we explore how these perspectives inform our individual and collective environmental impact. Then we talk about how and why the Solacene prioritizes being beautiful, sustainable, and tactile, and how these qualities are absent in the modern world. Also discussed is the fascinating field of ecolinguistics. Check out our new zine, 'A Walk Through the Wilderness', available via the link below. All profits go towards Ecojustice, Canada's largest environmental law charity. Our Website: https://www.solacene.org Ecojustice: https://www.ecojustice.ca

This week we kick off our newest Solacene series, Nature, by talking about our favourite ecosystems, the biggest problems facing nature, and how this will relate to our other semesters. Tune in for all things wetlands, and an optimistic conversation about how we can combat climate change. Check out our Nature Zine, A Walk Through the Wilderness, available on our website. All profits go towards Ecojustice, Canada's largest environmental law charity. Our Website: https://www.solacene.org Ecojustice: https://ecojustice.ca

At the end of July, the Ford Foundation and Andrew W. Mellon Foundation announced a new cohort of Disability Futures Fellows. The fellows are supported by a grant designed to spotlight a group of visual and performing artists and writers who live with disabilities. We spoke with one of the new fellows, Naomi Ortiz, who is a poet, writer, and visual artist whose intersectional work focuses on self-care for activists, disability justice, climate action, and relationship with place. They are also the author of the book, "Sustaining Spirit: Self-Care for Social Justice" and the forthcoming book, "Rituals for Climate Change: A Crip Struggle for Ecojustice."  

At the end of July, the Ford Foundation and Andrew W. Mellon Foundation announced a new cohort of Disability Futures Fellows. The fellows are supported by a grant designed to spotlight a group of visual and performing artists and writers who live with disabilities. We spoke with one of the new fellows, Naomi Ortiz, who is a poet, writer, and visual artist whose intersectional work focuses on self-care for activists, disability justice, climate action, and relationship with place. They are also the author of the book, "Sustaining Spirit: Self-Care for Social Justice" and the forthcoming book, "Rituals for Climate Change: A Crip Struggle for Ecojustice."  

The Nova Scotia government recently wrote off the largest environmental fines in the province's history. In 2017, Aspotogan Developments Limited and Aspotogan Ridge Incorporated were convicted of building over a wetland during the construction of a golf course near Hubbards. Caitlin Urquhart, a lawyer with Ecojustice, shares her comments on the unpaid fines.

In a new and historic constitutional challenge, seven youth plaintiffs allege that the Ontario government's weakening of the province's 2030 greenhouse gas emissions target violates their Charter rights. In this episode, we explore the history of Mathur v Ontario and discuss whether governmental climate plans are reviewable by courts. Our guest is Fraser Thomson, a lawyer at Ecojustice who is representing the Mathur claimants.

For bonus content and other benefits, become an EcoJustice Radio patron at https://www.patreon.com/ecojusticeradio This is an encore presentation of an interview we did in 2021 with Dr. Miguel De La Torre [http://drmigueldelatorre.com/], Professor of Social Ethics and Latinx Studies at the Iliff School of Theology [https://www.iliff.edu/]. He speaks on how racism and climate change intersect with the migration crises affecting countries throughout the world, Missing from most conversations on the current immigration crisis is the role that racism and climate change play on people rendered unable to subsist and prosper due to the degradation of their lands and waters. We must also consider the history of military dominance and regime change in these hard hit countries as a means to facilitate trade and resource extraction for multinational corporations. On this show we take a deeper look into the intersection of environmental racism and the crisis at the US Border. And explore the impact that the shifting climate has on global populations whose lands are being devastated by hurricanes, wildfires, drought, and rising seas. Our guest today is Dr. Miguel De La Torre [http://drmigueldelatorre.com/], Professor of Social Ethics and Latinx Studies at the Iliff School of Theology [https://www.iliff.edu/]. He has authored over a hundred articles and published forty-one books. He is also leading a conference by the Center for EcoJustice at Iliff, called “Shifting Climates, Shifting People,” on October 21-22 [https://www.iliff.edu/centerforecojustice/conference2021/]. Podcast Website: http://ecojusticeradio.org/ Podcast Blog: https://www.wilderutopia.com/category/ecojustice-radio/ Support the Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/ecojusticeradio Executive Producer: Jack Eidt Host/Producer: Jessica Aldridge Engineer: Blake Lampkin Show Created by Mark and JP Morris Music: Javier Kadry Episode 115 Image: Miguel De La Torre

Two environmental groups were in court to challenge the Nova Scotia's government's approval of a controversial road realignment project in Guysborough County. The road is for a proposed liquified natural gas project. Hear from lawyer James Gunvaldsen Klaassen, with Ecojustice.

This week on Spotlights, we feature another clip from our episode about the new Ecojustice hub at the Yale Forum on Religion and Ecology, with Tara C. Trapani, Liz Burkemper, Eun Young Choi, and Leah Snavely. You can find the ecojustice hub here: https://fore.yale.edu/Ecojustice Details for the full episode are available here: https://fore.yale.edu/blogs/entry/1639522612

This week, Spotlights features a clip from our episode about the new Ecojustice hub at the Yale Forum on Religion and Ecology, with Tara C. Trapani, Liz Burkemper, Eun Young Choi, and Leah Snavely. Details for the full episode are available here.

This week's episode of Spotlights features a new hub for EcoJustice research and advocacy at the Yale Forum on Religion and Ecology: Our guests are the four people comprising the team that put these resources together, including the following: Tara C. Trapani, a graduate of Yale Divinity School (MAR ‘07) and the Chief Administrator of the Yale Forum on Religion and Ecology as well as the Coordinator for the Journey of the Universe multimedia project; Liz Burkemper, a Missourian and second year Master of Arts in Religion student at Yale Divinity School, concentrating in Religion and Ecology with interests in ecopoetry and sacred multispecies worlds; Eun Young Choi, a second-year Master of Arts in Religion candidate at Yale Divinity School, concentrating in Religion and Ecology; and Leah Snavely, a recent graduate of Yale Divinity School, where she focused her studies in religion and ecology on ecological ethics, forestry, and religion and ecology in Latin America. Leah is currently a Research Assistant at the Yale Forum on Religion and Ecology and works as a Farmer at an organic vegetable farm outside of New Haven, CT.Because the work of the Forum takes place at the intersection of religion and ecology, the majority of the resources and tools in this resource hub are related to the religious responses to environmental injustice. However, we do provide a few links below to some of the foundational, and primarily secular, material.  You can find the Ecojustice hub here: https://fore.yale.edu/Ecojustice

Pastor Life Podcast welcomes "The EcoPreacher"—Rev. Dr. Leah D. Schade from Lexington Theological Seminary. Dr. Schade is the author of several books, including three books related to ecological theology.

As a follow up to our last episode, which was our controversial interview with President of the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedom John Carpay, Constitutional Lawyer David Khan was generous enough to to agree to sit down with us to provide his perspective and interpretation of our interview. In addition to his work as a lawyer, David has worked passionately as an advocate for a number of issues, up until recently he was the leader of the Alberta Liberal Party and he recently began work as council for Ecojustice. And he definitely had some things to say about our interview with Mr. Carpay. As always, if you appreciate the kind of content that we're trying to produce here at The Breakdown, please consider signing up as a monthly supporter at our patreon site at www.patreon.com/thebreakdownab, and if you're listening to the audio version of our podcast, please consider leaving us a review and a rating and don't forget to like and follow us on facebook, twitter and instagram all at @thebreakdownab.

Environmental law touches all parts of our lives. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Angela Lee, Assistant Professor of Law at Ryerson University, and Dr. Heather McLeod-Kilmurray, Professor of Law at the University of Ottawa, about Canada's environmental laws and the ways in which they successfully (or not so successfully) help protect the environment.

In this episode we discuss current trends in Roman Catholic missiology in order to assess the impact of Vatican II theology on the modern-day Roman Catholic understanding of mission.Mission in Roman Catholicism Post Vatican II Ad gentes (1965) – Vatican IIEvangelii nuntiandi (1975) – Pope Paul VIRedemptoris missio (1990) – Pope John Paul IIPontificio consiglio per la nuova evangelizzazione (2010) – Pope Benedict XVIEvangelii gaudium (2013) – Pope Francis Assessing Current trends in Roman Catholic missiologyMario Menin, Missione (2016)Mary Motte, ”Signs of a Future Transformation in Mission” (2019) William P. Gregory,  “Pope Francis's Effort to Revitalize Christian Mission” (2019)Dawn M. Nothwehr, ”For the Salvation of the Cosmos: The Church's Mission of Ecojustice” (2019)Vatican File 145: Mission. Did Pope Francis Say Mission?http://vaticanfiles.org/en/2018/01/145-mission-pope-francis-say-mission/