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West Coast Environmental Law @wcelaw.bsky.social · 20h

PM Carney once called climate change “the most pressing issue of our time.” So why then is his government fast-tracking fossil fuel projects that turbo-charge these types of climate disasters? Our latest blog warns that this approach puts Canada’s climate goals and our communities' health at risk.

Prime Minister Carney’s climate track record: grand bargain or bargain bin?

Carney once wrote that “climate change is the most pressing issue of our time.” It’s time to act like it. Canadians deserve a government that meets its climate obligations, not one that gives up on th...

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Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · 2d

Couldn’t agree more, @charlieangus104.bsky.social
Thanks for calling out the true motives of Smith and supporters
#UnitedCanada

Charlie Angus @charlieangus104.bsky.social · 3d

The MAGA plan to break up our country: secret meetings in Washington, a massive American slush fund and Danielle Smith.
Here is my latest on the MAGA and MAGA MAPLE attack on Canada.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Nwi...

THE MAGA SCHEME TO DESTROY CANADA: TRAITORS, FAKE PIPELINE, SLUSH FUND

YouTube video by Charlie Angus

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West Coast Environmental Law @wcelaw.bsky.social · 2d

"Coffee, along with chocolate, are really the canary in the coalmine for #ClimateChange. And that's Economics 101."

Coffee prices are jolting consumers. Could this change our drinking habits? | CBC News

Tim Hortons is just the latest example of coffee price increases plaguing global markets. And some food economics experts say the overall price hikes from coffee shops to grocery stores have the poten...

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Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · 6d

It’s always worth listening to historian Timothy Snyder. Take note Canada, we cannot let this spread across our border. #ProtectDemocracy

Trump, and the alarm bells of fascism | Front Burner | CBC Podcasts | CBC Listen

After Donald Trump was elected for a second time, historian Timothy Snyder wrote this in the New Yorker: “Trump has always been a presence, not an absence: the presence of fascism.” Today on Front Bur...

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West Coast Environmental Law @wcelaw.bsky.social · 7d

"I think any federal government would lift the existing oil tanker moratorium at their political peril. The fear and the concern about an Exxon Valdez-style oil spill is still very live and it would be both a political and an economic mistake."—West Coast Executive Director Jessica Clogg. #cdnpoli

Alberta 'on notice' as B.C.'s coastal First Nations oppose pipeline proposal

The head of a group representing First Nations along British Columbia's coast says they will not support a new pipeline proposed by Alberta and nothing can be done to change that.

www.timescolonist.com

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Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · 8d

Hmmm. Free-enterprise Conservative premier wants to back a pipeline that industry won’t? And she threatens other Canadian provinces at the same time. Crazy town.

Alberta to apply to Major Projects Office for new bitumen pipeline to northern B.C. coast | CBC News

The Alberta government plans to develop and submit a formal application to the federal Major Projects Office for a new bitumen pipeline to the northwest coast of British Columbia.

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Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · 8d

This is true leadership from Pope Leo. Great to see. #climateaction

Pope Leo calls for 'true ecological conversion' from words to action on environment

The pope spoke Oct. 1 at the start of a conference marking the 10-year anniversary of Laudato Si', Pope Francis' landmark document that encapsulated church teaching on the environment.

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West Coast Environmental Law @wcelaw.bsky.social · 10d

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Final Report & its 94 Calls to Action. In honour, the RELAW team at WCEL put together a list of 10 meaningful ways to recognize National Day for Truth & Reconciliation (Sep 30) w/ some events in BC 🧡 #OrangeShirtDay

Photo of a child with drum next to a body of water, with title text: "Ten ways to honour National Day for Truth & Reconciliation on its 10th anniversary"

Poster image with text:
Ten ways to celebrate National Day for Truth & Reconciliation (September 30, 2025)
1. Start Small - Talk to a friend, family member or colleague about the significance of the day.
2. Show your colours - Wear an orange shirt to commemorate the day.
3. Honour Walk - "Honouring the Past, Healing the Present, Inspiring the Future" - Grandview Park | Vancouver | 10am
4. Cultural Sharing and Reflection - Including all ages activities and interactive displays - MONOVA | North Van | 11am-4:30pm
5. Visit a Museum - Sun. Sept. 28 the Museum of Anthropology is hosting "Imprints for Truth & Reconciliation" - UBC MOA | Vancouver | 11am-2pm

Poster image with text: Ten Ways to Celebrate National Day for Truth & Reconciliation (September 30, 2025)
6. Attend a Powwow - 4th Annual South Island Powwow - Royal Athletic Park | Victoria | 10am
7. Attend an Indigenous Market - Truth & Rec Pop Up Market, Hosted by Sisters Sage - 1312 Kingsway | Vancouver | 10am-6pm
8. Join a community celebration - Kay Anniversary and National Day of Truth & Reconciliation - Haida Heritage Centre | Skidegate | 10am-4pm
9. Participate in Educational Events - Learn about the day with Manuel Axel Strain, two-spirit artist from Musqueam, Simpcw and Syilx peoples - Noons Creek Hatchery | Port Moody | 10am-2pm
10. Teach a Child about the Day - Scholastic Canada has compiled a list of resources for parents, kids, and educators - https://www.scholastic.ca/reconciliation-resources/

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Sue Big Oil @suebigoil.bsky.social · 10d

We are the majority! Most people on Earth want to see action on climate change, The Guardian reports. Now let’s use our power. #suebigoil #makepolluterspay

‘I worry about the future of my daughter’: the ‘silent majority’ who care about the climate crisis

Readers who are part of the 80-89% of the population who want to see climate action tell us their ideas on how to make their voices heard

www.theguardian.com

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West Coast Environmental Law @wcelaw.bsky.social · 10d

10 years ago, then-Governor of the Bank of England, Mark Carney, delivered his landmark "Tragedy of the Horizon" speech—highlighting the systemic financial risks posed by climate change. Today, WCEL joins 54 int'l climate finance orgs calling for bold financial reforms. www.tragedyofthehorizon.org

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Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · 13d

Such an interesting interview. Canada needs more movers and shakers like Murad al-Katib.

The Current with Matt Galloway: "Lentil King" wants Canadian businesses to think bigger.

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Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · 16d

I can’t understand why everyone isn’t still laughing at this guy. I sure am.

Trump UN speech: Six years ago his audience laughed, this year they were silent

The US leader's address was one of the clearest expositions of the way he sees the world, writes James Landale.

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Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · Sep 4

A Vancouver picnic supporting climate action is cancelled due to … climate change. We’re regrouping, not giving up. @suebigoil.bsky.social @cape-acme.bsky.social @wildernews.bsky.social

Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · Sep 1

Margaret Atwood, my hero, strikes again!

Canadian author Margaret Atwood takes another shot at Alberta's book ban with satirical story | CBC News

Margaret Atwood has again taken to social media to take aim at Alberta's controversial ban on school library books containing sexual content with a new, satirical short story after the famed author's ...

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Charlie Angus @charlieangus104.bsky.social · Aug 24

Meidas Canada goes live Labour Day.
The revolution may not be televised but the resistance is going global.

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MEIDAS CANADA GOES LIVE LABOUR DAY

YouTube video by Charlie Angus

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Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · Aug 24

Go Thomas Lukaszuk! Canada is behind you! 🇨🇦

Former Alberta deputy premier takes pro-Canada petition to the streets | CBC News

Former Alberta politician Thomas Lukaszuk is a man on a not-so-lonely mission to keep Canada from splitting.

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Charlie Angus @charlieangus104.bsky.social · Aug 22

Remembering Jack Layton.
Jack talked me into running for politics. He said Canada needed people who were not afraid to stand up.
I believed him. I still do.
Jack loved this country. He believed in the goodness of the Canadian people.
I try to carry that light with me.
Jack is with the angels.

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Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · Jul 31

Thank you Prime Minister! This is the right thing to do.

Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · Jul 30

Thank you Yuli Novak for having the courage to state the truth.

I lead a top Israeli human rights group. Our country is committing genocide | Yuli Novak

My generation was raised wondering how ordinary people could countenance an atrocity. In a grotesque twist, the question has circled back to us

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Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · Jul 28

It’s true. The case against fossil fuels is growing stronger. Canada must focus on renewable energy to meet the future.
#ClimateEmergency
@suebigoil.bsky.social
@mark-carney.bsky.social

Michael Byers 🇨🇦 @michael-byers.bsky.social · Jul 28

"Two now-clear risks – large compensation payments and a wave of court cases – have changed the parameters of viable public and corporate policy overnight."

My latest, as a gift article:

The International Court of Justice’s statement on fossil fuels puts Carney in a tough spot

An advisory opinion on responsibility for emissions means that Canada could be on the hook for major climate-change-related damages in the years ahead

www.theglobeandmail.com

Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · Jul 28

Spot on.

Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · Jul 25

Best headline ever.
#Scotland #visit #protests

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Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · Jul 25

So disappointed in the City of Toronto. They had a chance to make a stand against #FossilFuels and failed.
@cape-acme.bsky.social Keep up the good fight.
#ClimateEmergency

Toronto votes down fossil fuel ad ban despite strong push from advocates

Toronto City council rejects a motion that would have banned fossil fuel advertising on all city-owned property, ending a year-long campaign led by Coun. Dianne Saxe and advocates to align municipal a...

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Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · Jul 22

City staff reported today that Vancouver has reduced its carbon pollution by 18% since 2007, even as the city has steadily grown. Yet wildly profitable fossil fuel giants continue to stall on their progres @suebigoil.bsky.social wants to change that.
#cityofvancouver @cityofvancouver.bsky.social

Bluesky

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Erin Ellis @erinellis.bsky.social · Jul 21

The National Observer’s @adriennetanner.bsky.social tells us why lawsuits against fossil fuel giants are gaining ground with some young British Columbians.
@suebigoil.bsky.social in the news!

Next-gen Sue Big Oil activists deserve more than political deflection

Why should a BC city of just over 100,000 help fund Sue Big Oil, a lawsuit against some of the world’s wealthiest corporations? The answer is simple: Cities incur huge costs because of climate change.

www.nationalobserver.com

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