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Tag: Environment
Canada’s cemeteries ‘are in a crisis.’ Green burials can help solve it, Ontario group says
As interest in more environmentally-friendly burial options grows, one Ontario company is trying to help cemeteries across the county offer more affordable and greener alternatives. […]
A parasitic invasive species threatens Great Lakes fish populations, $7B industry
The Great Lakes Fishery Commission reports a significant rise in sea lamprey populations across all five Great Lakes, following relaxed efforts since the COVID-19 pandemic. […]
Canada’s top weather stories of 2024: Environment Canada
Descrease article font size Increase article font size From heatwaves to blizzards to wildfires and floods, some billion-dollar disasters dominate Environment and Climate Change Canada’s […]
‘Near blizzard conditions’: Ontario braces for more lake-effect snow squalls
Ontarians seeking reprieve from a weekend blast of wintry weather will have to wait as another system is threatening “near blizzard conditions” for some parts. […]
Parts of Ontario hit by weekend storm bracing for even more snow
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Environment Canada has issued a weather advisory for parts of Ontario, saying some areas in cottage country could […]
Toronto’s ability to handle landfill garbage nearing capacity, city warns
The City of Toronto is warning its ability to handle garbage at its landfill is nearing capacity. It says the Green Lane Landfill, which the […]
‘Incredible snow totals’: Squalls to hit parts of Ontario, up to 80 cm possible
Several parts of Ontario are set to see “incredible snow totals” over the next few days due to a shift in temperatures over the Great […]
Ontario’s top court to release decision in landmark youth-led climate case
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted October 17, 2024 6:28 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Ontario’s top court […]
Duller fall colours in Ontario after warmer than normal temperatures
An especially warm fall in Ontario means the province may not get the colourful array of fall foliage that usually transforms treetops this time of […]