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Another Site-C Dam critic say construction is unlikely
A Vancouver energy lawyer has come forward with the view that the Site-C Dam may “never’ be built. David Austin says...
Judge dismisses environmental groups’ application that B.C. failed to protect endangered trees
VANCOUVER — A B.C. Supreme Court judge has dismissed an application by environmental groups claiming the province...
#NoEnbridge Pipeline Rally expected to draw thousands to Sunset Beach May 10
ORGANIZERS SAY THEY’VE planned for thousands to assemble at Sunset Beach tomorrow (May 10) to protest the Enbridge...
Panel approves Site C: Governments still have six months to give green light
The Federal-provincial Joint Review Panel’s report on Site C was about as soft a “yes” as possible on the topic. The...
Fears of Cost Overruns, Flooding of Peace Valley Loom on Eve of Site C Dam Report
Opponents of the proposed Site C dam are hoping a report from the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency panel, to...
There's No "Action" in the Killer Whale Action Plan
Two years ago Ecojustice celebrated a landmark win for British Columbia's iconic Northern and Southern Resident killer...
Judge dismisses environmental groups’ application that B.C. failed to protect endangered trees
VANCOUVER — A B.C. Supreme Court judge has dismissed an application by environmental groups claiming the province...
Parksville Qualicum Beach Earth Day festivities centred around trees and wildlife
It is officially Earth Day today, April 22, and members of the public can join local celebrations in nature this...
BC Oil and Gas Commission abandons orphan wells
Despite admitting there is an increasing trend of inactive well sites awaiting reclamation, the BC Oil and Gas...
Victoria supports ban on Tofino mine exploration
The City of Victoria is throwing its support behind the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation and Tofino council, calling for a...
Petition delivered to block changes to B.C. parks
Environmental groups say a 166,000-name petition demanding the repeal of legislation making changes to provincial...
Radio Interview - Joe Foy debates the case for Site C
In this clip, Wilderness Committee Campaign Director Joe Foy participates in a radio debate over the need for – and...
Protesters demand repeal of Park Amendment Act
Protesters demanding to keep B.C. parks free of industrial activity have gathered on the front steps of the B.C...
Radio Interview - Gwen Barlee on BC Parks Petition Delivery
In this radio interview, WC Policy Director Gwen Barlee discusses the delivery of a petition bearing over 166,000...
TV News Story - BC Parks Petition
Protesters demanding to keep B.C. parks free of industrial activity gathered on the front steps of the B.C...
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