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Greg Noakes
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🌲 Nature Photographer & Journalist
📍 Halton Hills, Ontario 🇨🇦
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“Death knell for watersheds.” Doug Ford’s plan to shrink Ontario’s 36 conservation authorities into seven could erase decades of flood protection & local expertise.

Full Story:
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#Ontario #Environment #Watersheds #DougFord #ONPoli
‘Death knell for watersheds’: Ford set to shrink conservation authorities, plunge Ontario into chaos
By Anushka Yadav, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Pointer
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November 12, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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The latest edition of my newsletter is out, packed full of stories and a photo essay!

#photoessay #newsletter #onpoli #ontario #dougford #ringoffire #firstnations #photography #wildlife #turkey #conservation #haltonhills #halton #haltonregion #fallcolors #fallcolours
October 31, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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Did you know Ontario has an Environmental Bill of Rights?

If you didn't you're not alone, the Ford government has been neglecting its legal duty to educate the public.

Learn about the bill and what remains in this article by Greg in @thenarwhal.ca

#Environment #conservation #onpoli #DougFord
thenarwhal.ca The Narwhal @thenarwhal.ca · 15d
The Ford government has been picking away at Ontario’s Environmental Bill of Rights, which enshrines the public’s power to know and influence decisions that affect the environment. Here’s what’s left of it: thenarwhal.ca/environmenta...
Does Ontario’s Environmental Bill of Rights have teeth? | The Narwhal
The Doug Ford government has picked away at the law that enshrines the public’s power in decision-making that affects Ontario’s environment. Here’s what’s left
thenarwhal.ca
October 30, 2025 at 8:09 PM
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Interested in fall photography?

Come check out my latest photo essay, exploring some of my favorite fall photos from around Halton Region!

#photography #fall #naturephotography #HaltonHills #HaltonRegion #Ontario #Nature #Wildlife #Landscapephotography
#PhotoEssay #Substack #Autumn
Halton in Full Colour
A photographic journey through the golden hues and crimson canopies of autumns past across the Halton Region.
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October 30, 2025 at 12:59 PM
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I am beyond happy and proud to say my work has been published by The Narwhal today.

I really enjoyed working on this article!
thenarwhal.ca The Narwhal @thenarwhal.ca · 15d
The Ford government has been picking away at Ontario’s Environmental Bill of Rights, which enshrines the public’s power to know and influence decisions that affect the environment. Here’s what’s left of it: thenarwhal.ca/environmenta...
Does Ontario’s Environmental Bill of Rights have teeth? | The Narwhal
The Doug Ford government has picked away at the law that enshrines the public’s power in decision-making that affects Ontario’s environment. Here’s what’s left
thenarwhal.ca
October 29, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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I'm talking Turkey today about a little known conservation success story in Ontario!

If you didn't know turkeys almost disappeared from Ontario, you're not alone!

Check out the full story!

#Ontario #Canada #Conservation #Birds #Wildlife #LongForm #SubStack #Nature #Turkey
October 21, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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New Edition Out Now! 📢

In the September issue of The Field & Shutter Press, we cover
'Draw the Line' a climate rally protesting Bill C5. Plus, leaked texts hint at cuts to water protection agencies.

Read it here:
www.fieldandshutterpress.ca/p/new-season...

#ClimateAction #Halton #Ontario #BillC5
New Seasons, Drawing the Line & Exhibitions: September 2025
Rallying for the Climate and Renewing Our Vows to Photography.
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September 30, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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Georgetown's "Draw the Line" rally brought together a coalition of activists, from climate groups to student leaders, to demand an end to new fossil fuel projects. We were there to report on the local voices pushing for change:

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#HaltonHills #Ontario
Halton Hills Residents 'Draw the Line' at Local Climate Rally
Event in Georgetown among national movement calling for urgent climate action
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September 25, 2025 at 1:38 PM
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A proposed PC plan to cut protected sections of Wasaga Beach & French River provincial parks could set a "dangerous precedent" in Ontario.

Full story:

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#onpoli #cdnpoli #OntarioParks #Conservation #Environment #WasagaBeach #Journalism #Ontario #DougFord
Parks & Risks: PC plans for three provincial parks could set ‘dangerous precedent’
By Anushka Yadav, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Pointer
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September 2, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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📣 Our monthly issue is out!

This month, we continue to bring you coverage of the threats facing our provincial parks, along with updates on a federal investigation in Burlington.

Check it out here!
www.fieldandshutterpress.ca/p/partnershi...

#HaltonHills #ONPoli #Ontario #HaltonRegion #Burlington
Partnerships, Policies & Probes: August 2025
A new partnership expands our reporting on environmental issues, with updates on a federal investigation and the future of three provincial parks.
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August 31, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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What's next for the controversial Highway 413? With the first contracts now awarded, construction is set to begin.

Get the full story here:

www.fieldandshutterpress.ca/p/ontario-aw...

#Highway413 #Ontario #Caledon #InfrastructureProject #LocalNews #ONPoli #DougFord #HaltonRegion #HaltonHills
Ontario awards first contracts for Highway 413 as construction begins in Caledon
By: Riley Murphy, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Caledon Citizen
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August 28, 2025 at 10:41 PM
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The federal investigation into the removal of over 400 trees at the Millcroft Golf Course has ended. The finding? No violations of the Migratory Birds Convention Act

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#Burlington #Halton #Conservation #Environment #ONpoli #Journalism
Environment Canada Finds No Migratory Bird Act Violation in Millcroft Probe
Despite widespread public concern over the tree removal during nesting season, a federal investigation has found no violation of the Migratory Birds Act.
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August 25, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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Big news for The Field & Shutter Press! We've joined the Local Journalism Initiative, a new content partnership that will allow us to bring you more in-depth reporting on environmental issues across Halton Region & Ontario.
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#HaltonHills #HaltonRegion
Expanding Our Stories: A New Resource
The Field & Shutter Press gains a new resource to bring its readers more expansive environmental news coverage in the Halton Region.
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August 24, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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A plan to transfer parts of Wasaga Beach Provincial Park to the town threatens endangered Piping Plover habitat. We investigate the competing visions for the beach.
Read the full story: www.fieldandshutterpress.ca/p/wasaga-bea...
#PipingPlover #WasagaBeach #Ontario #Conservation #OnPoli #Journalism
Ontario's Wasaga Beach Transfer Raises Alarms for Endangered Piping Plover Habitat
Environmental groups warn that the proposed land transfer and recent changes to the Endangered Species Act threaten recovery efforts. The Town of Wasaga Beach Reassures Public on Plover Protections.
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August 2, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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Our latest investigation looks into the effects the proposed land transfer could have for the Piping Plover, don't miss it!
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#WasagaBeach #PipingPlover #EndangeredSpecies #ONpoli #Longform #journalism #SubStack #Ontario #Bill5 #DougFord #Investigation #news
Ontario's Wasaga Beach Transfer Raises Alarms for Endangered Piping Plover Habitat
Environmental groups warn that the proposed land transfer and recent changes to the Endangered Species Act threaten recovery efforts. The Town of Wasaga Beach Reassures Public on Plover Protections.
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July 29, 2025 at 11:26 AM
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My article has been published!

This is an in depth look at the issue. Have a read if you're interested!

#bill5 #ontario #onpoli
July 28, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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Our latest investigation looks at the land transfer for Wasaga Beach Provincial Park. We spoke to the Town of Wasaga Beach and Environmental Defence regarding the future of the Piping Plover habitat.
Full article publishes tomorrow!. #WasagaBeach #Bill5 #Ontario #OnPoli #Conservation #PipingPlover
July 27, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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Keep an eye out next week for my article about the proposed Wasaga Beach Provincial Park sale!

#Ontario #WasagaBeach #PipingPlover #Bill5 #OnPoli
fieldandshutterpress.ca The Field & Shutter Press @fieldandshutterpress.ca · Jul 24
There have been lots of discussions this week surrounding the sale of Wasaga Beach Provincial Park Lands. The Field & Shutter Press began looking into the sale last week.

Our article on the topic will be published on Monday!

#ONPoli #Ontario #WasagaBeach #Bill5 #PipingPlover
July 25, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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Nine Ontario First Nations are challenging the federal Bill C-5 & provincial Bill 5 in court, seeking an injunction. They state that both pieces of legislation violate their charter rights.

Full story:
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#Bill5 #Ontario #ONpoli #firstnations #News #BillC5
First Nations launch challenge to overturn Ontario, federal 'megaprojects' laws
Bill 5 allows the provincial government to 'unilaterally ram through projects without meaningful engagement,' First Nations argue
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July 15, 2025 at 11:27 PM
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Opposition to Bill 5 persists with rallies & events ongoing across the province. A deep-sea port is proposed for James Bay despite shallow waters, even as the area is considered for a Marine Conservation Area. Full Story: www.fieldandshutterpress.ca/p/bill-5-opp...
#Bill5 #Ontario #JamesBay #HamOnt
Bill 5 Opposition Continues As Rally Gathers in Hamilton
Environmental and Indigenous Rights Concerns Continue to Fuel a Growing Resistance to Ontario's Bill 5
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July 12, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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I put together my spring wildflower photos for this article!

Check it out if you're interested!

#photography #naturephotography #bluesky
July 9, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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A great Q&A with MPP Mike Schreiner reminding us to hold government accountable and our fight against Bill 23, which would have opened the Greenbelt to development, had it not been for the continued pressure put on the provincial government. We can repeal Bill 5 by working together!
June 27, 2025 at 6:35 PM
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Ontario just passed Bill 5. We interviewed the Green Party Leader on the alarming implications for our environment, democracy, & Indigenous rights.

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#Bill5 #OntarioPolitics #Conservation #IndigenousRights #Journalism #ONPoli #OntarioNews #News
Schreiner Sounds Alarm: Bill 5's "Unprecedented Power Grab" Threatens Ontario's Environment, Democracy
Green Party Leader Mike Schreiner warns against "authoritarian" powers granted by Bill 5, detailing risks to the Ring of Fire and the rule of law.
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June 20, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Halton Hills takes a stand! Over 100 residents rallied against Ontarios controversial Bills 5 6 & 17 citing major concerns for the environment & Indigenous rights

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#Ontario #Conservation #Bill5 #HaltonHills #EnvironmentalProtection #IndigenousRights
Georgetown Takes a Stand: Local Voices Rise Against Controversial Bill 5
Halton Hills Community Sounds Alarm Over Environmental Protection and Indigenous Rights Amidst New Provincial Legislation.
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June 9, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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BREAKING: Ontario Government passes controversial #Bill5
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#FirstNations #ONPoli #Ontario #IdleNoMore #BreakingNews #indigenous #treatyrights #DougFord #News #Substack #independentjournalist #Conservation
First Nations Vow ‘Idle No More’ as Ontario’s Controversial Bill 5 Passes Amidst Protests
New Law Threatens Environment, Treaty Rights as Ontario Fast-Tracks 'Special Economic Zones' Despite Opposition From First Nations
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June 4, 2025 at 10:16 PM