The Climate Lens New Pipelines for Canada: Nation Building or Nation Burning?
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Jun 18, 2025 Dr. Joe Vipond, a medical doctor and co-founder of the Calgary Climate Hub, discusses the pressing issue of wildfires in Canada amid the push for fewer regulations on oil and gas development. He emphasizes the need for the climate movement to stay active and reshape narratives away from a petrostate perspective. Vipond critiques the media's ties to the oil industry, urging for independent journalism. He also highlights the importance of public involvement in climate policy and advocates for community initiatives to combat climate change effectively.
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Ecosystem Collapse Drives Wildfires
- Ecosystems can’t relocate as climate shifts, so they respond by burning.
- Wildfires are a symptom of ecosystem collapse driven by changing baselines.
Treat Smoke Exposure As Major Health Risk
- Monitor PM2.5 exposure because tiny particles travel from lungs into the bloodstream.
- Take smoke events seriously: they increase stroke, heart attack, and mortality risks.
Media Shapes Whether Public Sees Climate Links
- Media narratives shape public concern and can suppress climate connections.
- When outlets omit climate from wildfire coverage, the public misses cause-and-effect links.
