The Environment in Canada Podcast

Jessica talks with Sister Mary-Ellen Francoeur, a Catholic Nun involved in the fight to get the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) out of oil and gas financing. They talk about how members of the United, Catholic, Anglican, Unitarian and Baptist congregations and Buddhists, among many others, have been coming together to push for climate action. They also discuss faith-based perspectives on the environment and how we form a connection with the environment at a young age.In the Q&A this week we address questions and comments on immigration and climate change and discuss why arguments against immigration, based on environmental concerns, miss the mark. We also discuss building a world-wide sense of environmental community and the importance of taking the high road.Be sure to send us more of 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!Support the showFind out more and take action at sierraclub.ca/take-action/

In this engaging discussion, development economist Aaron Cosbey and Senior Policy Advisor Jessica Kelly dive into the economic implications of Canada's emissions cap. They debunk myths linking climate policy to inflation, pinpointing oil and gas dependency as a key factor. The duo emphasizes the need for a shift to renewable energy to stabilize costs and protect the environment. They also tackle the significance of a new anti-greenwashing law, suggesting it forces transparency from major polluters amid rising environmental concerns.

Isaac Murdoch, a member of the Serpent River First Nation, passionately advocates for climate action rooted in love and community. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration among diverse voices and the power of positivity in the environmental movement. They discuss protecting the Great Lakes from harmful infrastructure, the impact of treaties on environmental responsibility, and the need for systemic change. The conversation also highlights the importance of cultural heritage and youth engagement in fostering sustainable practices.

Gilbert Whiteduck, an advocate for the Rights of Nature, and Yenny Vega Cardenas, a proponent of Truth and Reconciliation dialogue, explore groundbreaking concepts in environmental activism. They discuss granting legal personhood to rivers like the Tenàgàdino Zibi/Gatineau and Magpie Rivers, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and collaboration between communities. The conversation highlights challenges faced by farmers due to climate change and the need for holding officials accountable for environmental protections. They inspire proactive engagement for systemic change.

In this discussion, John Cook, a senior research fellow specializing in cognitive psychology and the founder of Skeptical Science, dives into the mechanics of climate misinformation. He shares insights on how to effectively counter denial, including the role of humor and critical thinking through his Cranky Uncle game. The conversation also touches on the ongoing challenges of transitioning to renewable energy and the pressing need for smaller electric vehicles, highlighting the importance of empathy and innovative strategies in climate communication.

Dre Isabelle-Anne Bisson, environmental studies specialist, discusses a new guide for Quebec municipalities to protect birds. Topics include community engagement in bird conservation, challenges faced, and the importance of collaboration. The podcast explores historical context, water protection, public transportation laws, and CECCCE directors' environmental initiatives.

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Learn about the impact of oil and gas corporations on wildfires and climate change. Discover how to effectively communicate on these topics with a combination of facts and emotional storytelling. Explore strategies to engage non-activists on climate change through national research and emotive imagery. Address the urgent need for action and educating the public on climate change and wildfires in Canada.

Jessica joins John Borrows, jurist and leading authority on Canadian Indigenous and constitutional law, to discuss being proactive about environmental law rather than only cleaning up after the damage is done. They also talk about concepts of the Rights of Nature and wild rice, Enbridge's Line 3 pipeline, love, truth, time and wisdom, Anishinaabe legal relationships not based on coercion, and Borrow's upcoming book entitled Life's Shifting Cycles.In the Q&A for this episode we answer your question: Why aren’t all roofs and pavement being painted white to supplement glacial reflection of the sun?Be sure to send us more of 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!Support the showFind out more and take action at sierraclub.ca/take-action/

Explore how Argentina's ban on environmental protests & tax exemptions for oil companies like Equinor benefit international corporations. Learn about community efforts to safeguard oceans from Equinor's exploration, challenges in public hearings for large projects in Argentina, inter-generational climate dialogues, impact of climate change on protests in Argentina & Canada, and complexities of environmental policies in Canada.