The Environment in Canada Podcast

The discussion highlights the troubling influence of Canadian oil interests on national sovereignty and climate policy. Concerns arise over potential U.S. actions in Greenland and Venezuela, driven by big oil's desire for unrestricted access to resources. Alberta's Premier is linked to U.S. annexation plans, while media narratives push for this dangerous agenda. The economic implications of increased Venezuelan oil production are examined, revealing risks for Indigenous communities and undermining environmental progress. A call to action against reduced accountability in environmental oversight adds urgency to the conversation.

The discussion dives into how U.S. oil and gas lobbying undermines Canada’s sovereignty. It draws parallels with Venezuela's leadership changes, highlighting corporate influences disguised as national interest. Pressure on Canada to abandon climate action is a significant theme. The podcast also critiques potential oil oversupply from Venezuela's expansion and its economic implications for the west coast pipeline. Ultimately, it warns of the danger posed by oligarchs and emphasizes the need for strong climate policies and citizen engagement.

Dr. Bruce Lanphear, a public health physician renowned for his pivotal research on toxic chemicals like lead, engages in a gripping discussion about the dangers of low-level lead exposure. He highlights the false notion of safe levels and exposes how industry influence has hindered proper regulation. Lanphear shares alarming data linking lead to cognitive decline and reveals the lasting impacts of lead paint in homes. Personal stories enrich his insight, while he advocates for practical actions and systemic policy changes to safeguard future generations from toxic harm.

We're already planning to approach 2026 with a cutting edge, solutions-oriented, strategy and we look back on accomplishments in 2025 in this podcast as well. Sierra Club Canada's President (Owen Leggatt Stewart, based in British Columbia) and Executive Director (Gretchen Fitzgerald, originally from NL) share thoughts, and words of encouragement for those who may feel disheartened, and we even have a chat (at the very end) about renewable energy in Newfoundland and Labrador, a possible power line from the East Coast to Europe, and NL cuisine. Watch this podcast as a video here: https://www.sierraclub.ca/sierra-club-canada-impact-2025/Sierra Club Canada has chapters working in ONTARIO, the PRAIRIES, QUÉBEC, and ATLANTIC CANADA as well as a NATION-WIDE Youth Chapter that are fighting to protect our climate, biodiversity, and nature. We also have many supporters of our national work in British Columbia and the North. Our Wild Child programs get kids outside into nature in Edmonton Alberta, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island. Learn more about us at: https://www.sierraclub.ca/ Consider giving a gift at: https://www.sierraclub.ca/ways-to-support/donate/ Here's a different podcast with a guide to talking with family about environmental issues during the holidays: https://www.sierraclub.ca/climate-change-family-talk/ Learn more about our staff at: https://www.sierraclub.ca/about/our-staff/ And Board at: https://www.sierraclub.ca/about/board-of-directors/ Sign up for email updates from us here: https://www.sierraclub.ca/subscribe-for-updates/ Watch the another video podcast on the work that goes into fundraising: https://www.sierraclub.ca/giving_tuesday_fundraising_work/ And help spread the word to others this giving season about Sierra Club Canada! Thank you for your continuing support!Support the showFind out more and take action at sierraclub.ca/take-action/

Yumeng speaks with Dr. Anabela Bonada from the Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation about Canada’s rising shoreline risks, and flooding in general, and the practical, low-cost steps residents can take to stay safer. Together, they explore the new Managing Rising Risks: Climate-Resilient Shorelines for Canada report, why shorelines matter for community resilience, and how everyone can prepare for flooding and erosion in a changing climate.Resources from the Episode:Managing Rising Risks: Climate-Resilient Shorelines for Canada: https://www.intactcentreclimateadaptation.ca/recent-reports/climate-resilient-shorelines/Government of New Brunswick Home Floodproofing Guide: https://www2.gnb.ca/content/dam/gnb/Departments/env/pdf/Flooding-Inondations/Floodproofing.pdfMunicipal Flood Risk Check-Up: https://www.intactcentreclimateadaptation.ca/municipal-flood-risk-check-up/Home Flood Protection Program: https://www.intactcentreclimateadaptation.ca/programs/home_flood_protect/Three Steps to Cost-Effective Home Flood Protection: https://www.intactcentreclimateadaptation.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IntactCentre-Home-flood-pretection-infographic.pdfBe sure to send us your questions at info@sierraclub.ca and sign up for email updates from us here: https://www.sierraclub.ca/subscribe-for-updates/And don't forget to take action: https://www.sierraclub.ca/take-action/Or give what you can to support the show: https://www.sierraclub.ca/ways-to-support/donate/Support the showFind out more and take action at sierraclub.ca/take-action/

Anti-gaz de schiste du N.-B. : représentant les Néo-Brunswickois(es) préoccupés par notre avenir.Envoyez-nous vos questions pour le podcast à info@sierraclub.caEt n'oubliez pas de passer à l'action !Veuillez noter : Les opinions exprimées dans ce podcast ne reflètent pas nécessairement celles de la Fondation Sierra Club Canada ou de nos sections ou programmes.Support the showFind out more and take action at sierraclub.ca/take-action/

We answer your questions about Sierra Club Canada and take a look behind the scenes of the work that goes into fundraising with Development Manager Taylor Farrugia for Giving Tuesday - as well as share advice for young people interested in getting into the fields of fundraising or communications. Don't forget to spread the word to others! Learn more about Sierra Club Canada at https://www.sierraclub.ca/ Give your gift to Sierra Club Canada and help support our work and this podcast at: https://www.sierraclub.ca/ways-to-support/donate/ Find our staff listing here and learn more about our team: https://www.sierraclub.ca/about/our-staff/And find out board member listing here: https://www.sierraclub.ca/about/board-of-directors/Be sure to send us your questions at info@sierraclub.ca and sign up for email updates from us here: https://www.sierraclub.ca/subscribe-for-updates/ And don't forget to take action by signing petitions and more here: https://www.sierraclub.ca/take-action/Support the showFind out more and take action at sierraclub.ca/take-action/

The discussion centers on a recent pipeline agreement that ditches an emissions cap, seen as a betrayal to climate advocates for the benefit of U.S. shareholders. Listeners are encouraged to take local action for renewables and to oppose the weakening of anti-greenwashing laws. The host emphasizes the need to control dialogues rather than appease middle grounds, framing radical ideas to reach broader audiences. Strategies for reducing internal conflict in activism and the importance of focusing on shared goals are highlighted, alongside the call for strategic empathy towards opponents.

Conor talks with Ole Hendrickson, the Chair of Sierra Club Canada’s Conservation Committee and a columnist among many other roles, about the ongoing fight to to defend the Kichi Sibi / Ottawa River and our watershed from a nuclear waste megadump. The Concerned Citizens of Renfrew County and Area, Kebaowek First Nation, Sierra Club Canada and the Canadian Coalition for Nuclear Responsibility took Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) to court and WON on this matter... but CNL has appealed.And so on November 12th as CNL’s appeal was heard, they held a rally outside.After the interview with Ole we’ll be playing some audio from the rally of a speech by Justin Roy, a Councillor at Kebaowek First Nation. This audio was kindly provided to us by Peter Stockdale who took the recording.Find out more about this issue in our previous episode by Jessica Murray, Nuclear waste and what to do with it?! here: https://www.sierraclub.ca/nuclear-waste-ottawa-river/You can find Kebaowek First Nation's website here: https://kebaowek.ca/And Concerned Citizens of Renfrew County and Area have their website here: https://concernedcitizens.net/Be sure to send us your questions at info@sierraclub.ca and sign up for email updates from us here: https://www.sierraclub.ca/subscribe-for-updates/And don't forget to take action: https://www.sierraclub.ca/take-action/Or give what you can to support the show: https://www.sierraclub.ca/ways-to-support/donate/Support the showFind out more and take action at sierraclub.ca/take-action/

The podcast dives into the Alberta Government's push for a west coast oil pipeline and its potential implications for Canadian sovereignty. Discussions reveal how this move might serve U.S. interests while undermining Canada's climate regulations. There's a deep dive into the financial risks tied to new fossil infrastructure and public support trends favoring renewable energy over oil subsidies. The urgent call to action encourages listeners to advocate for local renewable energy solutions, emphasizing the need for integration instead of reliance on fossil fuels.