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DEBATE: On the 'Just Transition' Policy in Canada
The 'just transition' policy is a topic of hot debate right now in Canada. While anti-oil and gas activists say we must begin 'winding down' our world-class energy sector, many more Canadians are taking on a realistic approach to any 'transformation' of our energy systems to ...
What Natural Resources Does New Brunswick Have in Abundance?
New Brunswick may not be an overly populated province in Canada, but it sure is rich in natural resources! Well known for its picturesque Atlantic coastline, nutrient-dense soil and abundance of forested land, natural resources in New Brunswick play an oversized role in provi...
Canada's 'Just Transition' Policy Must Recognize Oil & Gas Benefits
Contributed by Estella Petersen The federal government’s ‘Just Transition’ policy specifically targets oil and gas workers at a time when global demand for both commodities is growing. As an oil and gas worker and Indigenous female, I have a few thoughts about this. Some have...
Renewable Energy in Ontario: 15 Facts
Did you know that Ontario is a leader in renewable energy?! The province has a diverse array of renewable energy systems in place that account for roughly one-third of its electricity supply, powering the lives of millions of Canadians. Whether it be hydro, solar, wind, nucle...
It's Going to Be a Big Year - Newsletter: January 2023
Dear Visitor -- Thank you for your being part of Canada Action's growing movement of natural resources supporters. Last year, we collectively made a huge positive impact on Canada’s discussion about why resources matter. Looking forward, 2023 is shaping up to be a very big ye...
Sulphur in Canada: Everything You Need to Know
Did you know Canada was the world's sixth-largest sulphur producer in 2021 [4]? Although sulphur isn't known for its pleasant smell, the non-metallic chemical element is incredibly useful in our day-to-day lives. Sulphur production began in Canada primarily as a byproduct of...
Canadian West Coast LNG Will Reduce Global GHG Emissions
Will LNG projects on Canada's West Coast increase global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions? The notion from anti-LNG opponents that Canada’s world-class export facilities will hamper global emission reduction efforts isn't supported by the facts. Such claims don’t help to nurtur...
DEBATE: Should Canada Ban Natural Gas Stoves?
Should we get rid of gas stoves in our homes? It's a question being asked by anti-Canadian oil and gas activists after a report released last week suggests that more than 12% of childhood asthma cases in the United States are the result of gas stove usage [1]. Surely enough, ...
Iron Ore Mining in Canada: Everything You Need to Know
Did you know Canada consistently ranks as a top 10 global iron ore producer? Iron ore is a critical material used in steelmaking, which is then used in construction, transportation, energy infrastructure and household appliances to name a few of its broad applications. Today,...
Canadian Oil Sands Not "High Cost" or "Economically Unviable" to Produce: REPORT
How many times have you heard the claim that oil sands production is "too expensive" for the sector’s longevity in a world looking to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels? Because of its "costly" nature, anti-Canadian energy activists suggest the oil sands won’t be economicall...