Ecojustice Canada

This fall the Ontario Court of Appeal sided with the seven young people Ecojustice has backed in a historic climate lawsuit against the Ontario government. The Court’s ruling confirmed that Ontario’s weak climate target risks the lives and well-being of Ontarians. The ruling is not yet the end of the road for this lawsuit. The Ontario government has filed an application for leave to appeal the Mathur et. al case to the Supreme Court of Canada, setting the stage for a monumental hearing at Canada’s highest court. The seven young people at the heart of our landmark climate case have a message for the Ontario government: they are ready to keep fighting! Dive into this inspiring case ⬇️ https://hubs.ly/Q02_XgjQ0

It’s been another record-breaking year for Canada, too often for the wrong reasons, such as how the country is on track to have the warmest year on record. This year saw politicians and polluters play roulette with our planet. Many of us experienced firsthand the human cost of climate chaos when extreme weather events, like the devastating Jasper wildfire, impacted communities across Canada. And while there is much to do in the year ahead, it is important to remember that 2024 saw its share of success and progress too. Celebrating these wins is crucial. This is one way to prevent burnout and hold onto hope — even as hard times test our resolve. Something that brings the team at Ecojustice hope is each one of you. We are so grateful to the Ecojustice community — our clients, colleagues, collaborators, donors, supporters — for fighting alongside us. Over the next couple of weeks, we will be sharing a selection of environmental wins that we have achieved together in 2024. https://hubs.ly/Q02_6SZD0

Canada now has its first-ever sustainability disclosure standards. They're meant to provide guidance for transparent, consistent sustainability reporting, building investor confidence, and combating rampant greenwashing in the Canadian economy. But they fall short for a host of reasons. Read Karine's full quote here 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q030fyW90

Canada is losing species at an alarming rate — 875 at risk of extinction. Yet, Canada's parliament remains stagnant. Today, critical legislation like Bill C-73 (Nature Accountability Act) is stalled in Parliament due to political gridlock. Parliament has shown it can work together, as seen with measures like the holiday GST rebate. Now, it’s time for MPs to bring that same sense of urgency and collaboration to break the gridlock and prioritize solutions for the biodiversity crisis. Ecojustice's latest op-ed explores: 🌎 The urgency of the biodiversity crisis. 📄 How Bill C-73 could reverse the trend and hold Canada accountable. 🗣️ Why political inaction is not an option. Read the piece today: https://hubs.ly/Q0303cgh0

It's happening. 🚀 Our landmark youth climate case is inching toward a showdown at Supreme Court of Canada. And Alex, Beze, Madi, Shaelyn, Shelby, Sophia, and Zoe are prepared to take this case as far as necessary to protect present and future generations from government-caused climate harms. Read more here 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q02_-W4c0

Yesterday, Ecojustice, alongside its allies, served as a witness at the House of Commons Environment Committee to review Bill C-73. Our message is clear: the Nature Accountability Act must be prioritized and strengthened with our recommended amendments. This act can finally create pathways for government accountability in meeting our international biodiversity commitments. As stated, Canada is one of the biggest players on the planet when it comes to our impact on nature. We must become the biodiversity champion we claim to be. Help us bring this bill to life by sending your letter to ministers today, urging them to advance this legislation. Link below! 🔗📧 Nature cannot wait any longer. David Suzuki Foundation West Coast Environmental Law https://lnkd.in/gsA2P_qs

A new 2035 climate just dropped. It's not great.😒 Julia Croome, Ecojustice Director of Litigation Practice, says: “The Net Zero Emissions Accountability Act requires the government to set meaningful targets every five years — and outline concrete plans to achieve them. Ecojustice fought for climate accountability legislation and the transparency it now affords us makes it possible to have an important conversation about whether this 2035 target is adequate. An emissions reduction target is meant to act as the country’s North Star for climate action. It should reflect the science and Canadians’ ambition to tackle the climate crisis. The 2035 target announced today is disappointing, because it falls short of both Canada’s fair share and even the 50-55 per cent target recommended by the very scientists and experts Canada appointed to guide us. While Ecojustice applauds meaningful actions the federal government has taken to meet its climate commitments, including implementing the Emissions Cap and clean energy regulations, it’s clear that far more ambition is needed to respond to the crisis we’re in. Setting a more ambitious target is not the stuff of fairy tales – other countries are doing it, and innovative policy solutions exist that could help us get there, from phasing out fossil fuel production to ensuring Canada’s financial sector is aligned with Canada’s climate commitments. The upper range of the new target, 50 per cent reductions by 2035, will merely keep Canada on the least ambitious pathway possible to achieve Net Zero by 2050. At a minimum the government must treat 50 per cent as its true target. Anything less will completely abandon Canada’s commitment under the Paris Agreement to a safe climate.” Read more here 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q02_xNQb0

OPPORTUNITY SPOTLIGHT! Protecting our planet requires legal power, and Ecojustice Canada is leading the charge. In this Opportunity Spotlight episode, host Christoph Clodius sits down with Tracy London, JD, MSW, Executive Director of Ecojustice Canada, to discuss the organization's critical work in defending nature, combating the climate crisis, and fighting for a healthy environment for all. Tracy London, JD, MSW sheds light on Ecojustice Canada's impactful legal actions, collaborative partnerships, and the crucial role of philanthropy in driving their mission forward. Discover how Ecojustice Canada is making a real difference in protecting our planet and how you can get involved. https://lnkd.in/g4_JW6yq

BREAKING: Cycle Toronto, and individuals, Eva Stanger-Ross and Narada Kiondo, represented by Ecojustice Canada and Paliare Roland are challenging Ontario’s #Bill212. The law’s removal of Toronto’s busiest bike lanes (Bloor, University, Yonge) puts lives at risk. Removing bike lanes is a dangerous move. Not to mention, with this law, the government has protected itself from lawsuits if people get hurt or killed due to this decision. This law ignores evidence that protected lanes keep people safe. More below ⤵️ https://hubs.ly/Q02_hNNC0

From November 25 to December 2, we joined Aamjiwnaang First Nation and frontline communities at #INC5 in Korea to push for a strong, legally binding plastics treaty. And although the global plastics treaty talks reached a disappointing end, the fight against plastic pollution is far from over. Canada must lead by advocating for ambitious action globally and justice at home — including recognizing Indigenous Rights under #UNDRIP and ensuring Rights-holders are central to the process. ✊ We’ll keep fighting alongside impacted communities like Aamjiwnaang to demand a treaty that protects people and the planet. Visit the link in below for a full recap of #INC5 and to take action against the environmental injustice of plastic pollution. #PlasticsTreaty #EnvironmentalJustice #PlasticsPollution #Ecojustice #EnvironmentalRacism https://hubs.ly/Q02_5qNc0