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Two solar parks break ground in Norfolk County
Published Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:31:25 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Green Technology, Environment, Energy, Business Editors and Reporters Two solar parks break ground in Norfolk County SunEdison Canada and SkyPower Limited will break ground on two solar PV parks (on Port Ryerse Road and Windham Road) in Norfolk County. Called SunE Sky Norfolk I and II, the project...... Click here to read this release
Share the Road Cycling Coalition Unveils Green Paper on Bicycling for Ontario
Published Fri, 5 Mar 2010 16:03:50 EST Read More
Provincial Cycling Organization Unveils Green Paper on Bicycling for Ontario Advice to Province Includes Creation of $20 million "Ontario Bicycling Investment Fund" Toronto - March 5th, 2010 -- The Share the Road Cycling Coalition (The Coalition) an Ontario-based provincial cycling advocacy organization released today a Green Paper for Bicycling in Ontario entitled "When Ontario Bikes, Ontario Benefits - A Green Paper on Bicycling in Ontario ". The Green Paper's release ...... Click here to read this release
UPDATE - Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Brad Duguid to address BOMA Toronto conservation and demand management workshop
Published Thu, 4 Mar 2010 11:13:21 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Real Estate, Business, Environment, Energy, Conservation Reporters and Editors Energy conservation is good business Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Brad Duguid to address BOMA Toronto conservation and demand management workshop The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Toronto will host a workshop in Scarborough outlining the details of its Conservation and Demand Management (CDM) Program. Brad Duguid, recently appointed ...... Click here to read this release
Share the Road Cycling Coalition Unveils Green Paper on Bicycle for Ontario
Published Tue, 2 Mar 2010 16:33:02 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Transportation, Cycling, Sport and City Reporters and Editors Share the Road Cycling Coalition Unveils Green Paper on Bicycle for Ontario The Share the Road Cycling Coalition, an Ontario-based provincial cycling advocacy organization will be releasing a Green Paper ...... Click here to read this release
Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Brad Duguid to address BOMA Toronto conservation and demand management workshop
Published Mon, 1 Mar 2010 10:51:06 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Real Estate, Business, Environment, Energy, Conservation Reporters and Editors Energy conservation is good business Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Brad Duguid to address BOMA Toronto conservation and demand management workshop The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Toronto will host a workshop in Scarborough outlining the details of its Conservation and Demand Management (CDM) Program. Brad Duguid, recently appointed Mi...... Click here to read this release
Melting Snow Could Mean Wasted Energy for Your Home
Published Thu, 25 Feb 2010 08:39:45 EST Read More
Melting Snow Could Mean Wasted Energy for Your Home (Toronto, Thursday, February 25) Today's snowfall is the perfect opportunity for GreenSaver to remind homeowners to check their roofs for signs of heat loss. Snow melting patterns can indicate heat loss through your attic. An ideal attic is designed to maintain a temperature consistent with the outside temperature. In the wintertime, an attic should be cold, so snow on your roof is generally a good sign. Attics that are inadequ...... Click here to read this release
Environmental Communication Options (ECO) passes ten year milestone
Published Tue, 23 Feb 2010 12:41:54 EST Read More
Environmental Communication Options (ECO) passes ten year milestone Canada’s oldest Environmental Relations firm celebrates a decade in business (Toronto/Sudbury ON, February 23 2010) For ten years, Don Huff has done what he loves running: Environmental Communication Options (ECO’s), Canada’s pioneering Environmental Relations firm. The firm has been successful thanks to Don’s thirty years of experience in the environment, energy and natural resources sectors. His r...... Click here to read this release
Renewable energy approvals and the Green Energy Act
Published Wed, 17 Feb 2010 09:48:17 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe is cited as the author. She can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. Renewable energy approvals and the Green Energy Act The Green Energy Act has begun to k...... Click here to read this release
TDSB Taking Action to Go Green
Published Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:16:28 EST Read More
Attn: ASSIGNMENT EDITORS/EDUCATION EDITORS TDSB Taking Action to Go Green Toronto, ON, Tuesday, February 16, 2010 – The TDSB is taking action on an ambitious and comprehensive environmental strategy that will build a sustainable future not just for our schools, but for our city. Go Green: Climate Change Action Plan, approved by Trustees at the February Board meeting, is a comprehensive and actionable plan that will allow quick start projects in our school communities whi...... Click here to read this release
IFMA, Toronto Chapter, and the BOMA Toronto CDM Program Cooperate on Conservation
Published Thu, 11 Feb 2010 14:16:17 EST Read More
IFMA, Toronto Chapter, and the BOMA Toronto CDM Program Cooperate on Conservation (February 11, 2010) The BOMA Toronto Conservation & Demand Management (CDM) Program and the International Facilities Management Association (IFMA), Toronto Chapter, are pleased to announce their cooperation in bringing energy conservation information, education and cash incentives to the membership of IFMA. The BOMA CDM Program fully supports the efforts of IFMA in their efforts to bring energy conser...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - Organic food experts and activists in Toronto for one-day conference
Published Thu, 11 Feb 2010 10:59:28 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Organic food experts and activists in Toronto for one-day conference (Toronto, February 11, 2010) Canadian Organic Growers (Toronto Chapter) and The Big Carrot are hosting the Your Food, Your Choice conference on February 20th, 2010. Taking place in the University of Toronto Conference Centre at 89 Chestnut St, the conference will focus on local, sustainable food and the potential risks of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). The following speakers ...... Click here to read this release
FREE info sessions on BOMA Toronto's Conservation and Demand Management Program
Published Wed, 10 Feb 2010 12:16:51 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Environment, Energy, Green Building, Construction, Event Editors FREE info sessions on BOMA Toronto's Conservation and Demand Management Program (Toronto, February, 2010) Building on the momentum of its recently doubled incentives, The Building Owners and Managers Association of the Greater Toronto Area's (BOMA Toronto) Conservation and Demand Management (CDM) Program is continuing with additional dates for its popular information sessions. Almost 300 p...... Click here to read this release
Le gouvernement McGuinty soutient la nation ojibway de Wabigoon Lake
Published Tue, 9 Feb 2010 15:38:55 EST Read More
Un nouveau centre pour petites entreprises crée des possibilités économiques Le gouvernement McGuinty soutient la nation ojibway de Wabigoon Lake Un nouveau centre pour petites entreprises soutient l’économie locale et la création d’emplois dans la nation ojibway de Wabigoon Lake. Le centre a été construit pour aider les entrepreneurs locaux de la Première nation et créer des emplois pour les membres de la Première nation. Ce centre pour petites entrepris...... Click here to read this release
McGuinty Government Supports Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation
Published Tue, 9 Feb 2010 15:31:39 EST Read More
New Small Business Centre Creating Economic Opportunities McGuinty Government Supports Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation (Tuesday, February 9, 2010) A new small business centre in Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation is supporting the local economy and job creation. The centre was constructed to help local First Nation entrepreneurs and create employment opportunities for members of the First Nation. The 4,200 square foot small business centre is: • Creating employment opportunitie...... Click here to read this release
Straight from the Heart art exhibition and auction returns to Creative Spirit Arts Centre
Published Fri, 5 Feb 2010 12:13:08 EST Read More
For Immediate Release Artists Helping Artists "Straight From the Heart" Art Exhibition & Auction Returns Opens: Saturday, February, 6th Final silent auction and live auction bids: 3-4 p.m. Sat. 13th Hours: Tues., - Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Where: Creative Spirit Art Centre, 999 Dovercourt Road (Dovercourt & Hallam, 1 block south of Dupont and 1 block west of Ossington) ARTISTS: Carl Beam, Richard Gorman, Mendelson Joe, William Ro...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto Conservation and Demand Management (CDM) Program launches online incentive application and ‘case study’ system
Published Wed, 3 Feb 2010 16:33:02 EST Read More
BOMA Toronto Conservation and Demand Management (CDM) Program launches online incentive application and ‘case study’ system (Toronto, Feb 4, 2010) The BOMA CDM Program incentive application process and its overall website experience have been significantly enhanced. All BOMA CDM Program applications for electricity conservation incentives can now be done completely online at www.bomacdm.com – there is no need to leave the website. A compo...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights unveils list of Canada's most sustainable cities
Published Wed, 3 Feb 2010 09:13:43 EST Read More
Vancouver tops list of Canada's most sustainable cities Toronto and Yellowknife take top spots in large and small city categories (Toronto ON, Feb. 3, 2010) Vancouver, BC gets a gold medal for its leadership in urban sustainability. The fourth annual Corporate Knights Most Sustainable Cities Ranking recognizes Toronto, ON as first in the Big City category, Vancouver, BC as first in the Medium City category and overall ranking, and Yellowknife, NT as first in the Small Ci...... Click here to read this release
Albertans understand the value of home energy efficiency and are supportive of a better building code in order to get it
Published Tue, 2 Feb 2010 11:11:17 EST Read More
Media Release Albertans understand the value of home energy efficiency and are supportive of a better building code in order to get it (Calgary, Feb. 2, 2010) A poll of Alberta consumers, commissioned by the Pembina Institute, NAIMA Canada and the Consumers Council of Canada, illustrates the very strong interest Albertans have in home energy efficiency and their support for an updated provincial building code. 96% of Albertans surveyed responded that household energy cons...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - Poll shows Albertans support more energy efficient homes and an updated provincial building code
Published Tue, 2 Feb 2010 10:15:02 EST Read More
Attn: News, real estate and housing editors Interview Opportunity Poll shows Albertans support more energy efficient homes and an updated provincial building code Jesse Row, Director, Sustainable Communities Group at the Pembina Institute is available in Calgary for interviews. Mr. Row can speak to the following points: • The benefits of energy efficient homes • Poll results • How urban and rural Albertans both support increased energy efficiency standards ...... Click here to read this release
Haiti receives solar technology from GreenSaver
Published Thu, 28 Jan 2010 13:25:34 EST Read More
Haiti receives solar technology from GreenSaver (Thursday, January 28, 2010) Haiti’s humanitarian crisis had dominated media coverage for the past two weeks. The scale of the devastation is overwhelming, even from half a world away. Canadians have been very generous, donating as much money, time and resources as they can, and GreenSaver is eager to do its part. For the month of February, $10 from every ecoEnergy D assessment booked with GreenSaver will go directly into a fund f...... Click here to read this release
Canadian Organic Growers and The Big Carrot host Toronto conference on genetically modified food
Published Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:39:21 EST Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Your Food Your Choice:Grounds for Change: Canadian Organic Growers (Toronto Chapter) and The Big Carrot Natural Food Market join forces to bring Toronto a one-day Conference examining the potential dangers of Genetically Modified Food. Champions of local, sustainable food initiatives come together for a one day conference to educate and empower citizens in the fight against genetically engineered foods (GMOs). WHERE: University of Toronto Conference...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations Announced in Davos
Published Tue, 26 Jan 2010 22:17:27 EST Read More
Media Release Corporate Knights Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations Announced in Davos Over 70% of top companies on sustainable path a full list of the Global 100 is available by clicking on Download Original Release to the right DAVOS, SWITZERLAND, (embargoed until 12.01 a.m. EST) January 27, 2010 – Corporate Knights, the magazine for clean capitalism, announced its sixth annual Global 100 list of the most sustainable large corporations in the world. Th...... Click here to read this release
UPDATE: GreenSaver extends federal home renovation tax credit
Published Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:12:15 EST Read More
Media Release GreenSaver extends federal home renovation tax credit (Monday, January 25, Toronto ON) “It’s never too late to save energy”, Greg Labbe, Director of GreenSaver’s Responsible Renovations division, declared. “Our Responsible Renovation division will be waiving the GST on labour and materials for energy efficient retrofits booked or completed by February 28, 2010. We’re giving procrastinators a month’s grace!” GreenSaver’s Responsible Renovatio...... Click here to read this release
Canadian LED lights installed at Rocky Mountain landmark
Published Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:42:28 EST Read More
Media Release Canadian LED lights installed at Rocky Mountain landmark (January 25, 2010, Banff, Alberta) The Banff Park Museum, a Canadian landmark, is now more prominent as it basks in the glow of newly installed energy efficient light emitting diode (LED) exterior lights. Completed just before the Olympic Torch Relay passed through Banff, the 73 exterior lights enhance security around the museum and highlight the exterior of the recently restored wood structure. The c...... Click here to read this release
A failure to renew federal support for renewable energy will send jobs and investment to the U.S.
Published Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:27:18 EST Read More
A failure to renew federal support for renewable energy will send jobs and investment to the U.S. Despite a global economic recession, renewable energy development in Canada continued to charge ahead in 2009. A record 950 MW of wind energy was installed - representing more than $2 billion in investment and thousands of jobs - and Canada's installed wind energy capacity has now increased ten-fold in the last six years. Other renewable energy technologies also had strong years. ...... Click here to read this release
GreenSaver extends federal home renovation tax credit
Published Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:15:03 EST Read More
Media Release GreenSaver rewards procrastinators in GTA and Golden Horseshoe (Friday, January 22, Toronto ON) “It’s never too late to save energy”, Greg Labbe, Director of GreenSaver’s Responsible Renovations division, declared. “Our Responsible Renovation division will be waiving the GST on labour and materials for energy efficient retrofits booked or completed by February 28, 2010. We’re giving procrastinators a month’s grace!” GreenSaver’s Responsible Renova...... Click here to read this release
CRS Electronics Receives Interest Free Loan From Government of Canada
Published Tue, 19 Jan 2010 09:03:08 EST Read More
CRS Electronics Receives Interest Free Loan From Government of Canada (January 18 2010, Welland ON) - CRS Electronics Inc. ("CRS"), (TSX-V:LED), an inventor, developer and manufacturer of LED lighting, is pleased to report that the Southern Ontario Development Program (SODP) has granted an interest free loan to the Company to a maximum amount of $825,595. The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, made the announcem...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights proposes a game-changing solution to shatter the glass ceiling at board and executive levels
Published Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:59:08 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Attention News/Business/National/Careers/Diversity Reporters and Assignment Editors Corporate Knights proposes a game-changing solution to shatter the glass ceiling at board and executive levels (Toronto, Canada, January 13, 2010) Corporate Knights (CK) has developed a compelling strategy for corporate Canada to make board-level diversity a key plank of its future strategic development, the magazine says in a seminal white paper launched today. "Wit...... Click here to read this release
Mississauga firm Tonolli Canada Ltd celebrates 700 work days with no Lost Time Injuries
Published Mon, 21 Dec 2009 10:19:14 EST Read More
Media Release Mississauga firm Tonolli Canada Ltd. celebrates 700 work days with no Lost Time Injuries (LTI) Safety is a top priority for Ontario's only automotive battery recycling operation. (Mississauga, Ontario, December 21, 2009) Ontario's only automotive battery recycling operation, Tonolli Canada, passed a safety milestone yesterday of 700 work days with no LTI . This is an impressive achievement for an industrial plant with over 90 employees. Tonolli Can...... Click here to read this release
Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) introduces cradle-to-cradle environmental program for waste lubricants operated by Safety-Kleen
Published Wed, 16 Dec 2009 10:29:21 EST Read More
SAFETY-KLEEN CANADA TO OPERATE CRADLE-TO-CRADLE ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM FOR TORONTO TRANSIT COMMISSION WASTE LUBRICANTS TTC choice to re-refine waste lubricants and reuse them in TTC fleet reduces energy use, greenhouses gases and heavy metal emissions BRESLAU, ON (December 16, 2009) - Safety-Kleen Canada Inc., has been awarded a three year contract by the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) to recover and re-refine 600,000 liters of used lubricants generated annually by the TTC f...... Click here to read this release
Canada's biggest polluters slash emissions while economy grows, says Corporate Knights
Published Wed, 16 Dec 2009 10:23:31 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: News/National/Environment/Business Reporters and Assignment Editors Canada's biggest polluters slash emissions Canadian GDP up, carbon pollution down for large emitters (Toronto, Canada, December 16, 2009) Today, Corporate Knights Magazine released a summary of the changes in emissions levels from Canada's top ten biggest greenhouse gas polluters. From 2007 to 2008, the top ten polluters in Canada slashed their greenhouse gas emissions by 9.2...... Click here to read this release
News Article - Lead in Drinking Water
Published Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:12:39 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. She can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. Lead in Drinking Water Lead is a popular indust...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Nature clubs count for conservation - 110th Christmas bird count
Published Tue, 15 Dec 2009 09:57:39 EST Read More
Media Release For Immediate Release Counting for conservation! The 110th Christmas Bird Count Toronto, December 15, 2009 - Citizen scientists are grabbing their binoculars and heading outside for the annual Christmas Bird Count, the largest single volunteer conservation movement on behalf of wildlife. The count begins this week and continues until January 5, 2010. This year, nearly 40 Ontario Nature member groups are leading bird counts in communities as far no...... Click here to read this release
Le Canada traîné en Cour pour dérogation à la loi fédérale sur le réchauffement climatique
Published Tue, 15 Dec 2009 09:24:52 EST Read More
COMMUNIQUÉ Pour diffusion immédiate Le Canada traîné en Cour pour dérogation à la loi fédérale sur le réchauffement climatique OTTAWA (le 15 décembre 2009) - Le gouvernement canadien se voit confronté à un recours juridique historique devant le plus haut tribunal du pays, pour défaut à ses obligations quant au réchauffement climatique, et spécifiquement pour avoir refusé de respecter une loi fédérale qui lui impose de réduire ses émissions de gaz...... Click here to read this release
Canada's climate performance illegal - Friends of the Earth asks Supreme Court to rule on critical points of law (Kyoto and Copenhagen)
Published Tue, 15 Dec 2009 09:14:56 EST Read More
MEDIA RELEASE For Immediate Release Canada facing legal challenge for breaking federal global warming law OTTAWA (December 15, 2009) - The Government of Canada is facing a landmark legal challenge in the country's top court for failing to take action on global warming -- specifically for refusing to respect a federal law that requires reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. Yesterday an appeal was filed with the Supreme Court seeking to argue that the Government is b...... Click here to read this release
Canada's top ten innovative charities honoured by Tides Canada
Published Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:11:06 EST Read More
HONOURING CANADA'S MOST INNOVATIVE CHARITIES TIDES CANADA'S TOP 10 VANCOUVER, BC, Monday December 14 -- Tides Canada, a national leader in forward-thinking philanthropy, announced the recipients of its prestigious annual Tides Top 10 award today. The Tides Top 10 recognizes the nation's most ground-breaking projects and organizations that have demonstrated outstanding leadership, vision and real-world impact in addressing today's most pressing environmental and social pro...... Click here to read this release
News Article - Renewable energy and wood stoves
Published Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:05:42 EST Read More
Burn Wood? Burn Wise! Increase the heat and reduce the smoke from your woodstove By: Craig Gutowski NOTE TO EDITORS: This piece is available for publication at no charge so long as Mr. Gutowski is cited as the author. Contact information for local and regional woodstove experts is available by contacting the Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association of Canada at: 1-800-792-5284. (Huntsville ON, December 13, 2009) Everyone wants to save some money on their heatin...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - Canadian youth delegate to Copenhagen climate summit available for interviews
Published Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:39:27 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Canadian youth delegate to Copenhagen climate summit available for interviews A group of young Canadians is participating in the well-publicized Copenhagen climate change summit. These 25 youth from around the country hope to demonstrate Canada's commitment to environmental issues, and bring home valuable information about climate change, as well as strategies to combat the problem. The delegation will meet with MP and Federal Environment Minister...... Click here to read this release
SunEdison and SkyPower Receive Canadian Solar Award
Published Wed, 9 Dec 2009 15:26:17 EST Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SunEdison and SkyPower Receive Canadian Solar Award Canadian Solar Industries Association Honors First Light Solar Energy Park in Stone Mills, Ontario Toronto, Canada – December 9, 2009 – SunEdison, a subsidiary of MEMC Electronic materials (NYSE: WFR) along with project partner, SkyPower, have been awarded the “Solar PV Project of the Year for Ground Mount” by CanSIA, the leading solar association in Canada. The award was presented fo...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Not On Track to Meet Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets
Published Tue, 8 Dec 2009 10:22:25 EST Read More
Media Release
Ontario Not On Track to Meet Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets
(Tuesday, December 8, 2009, Toronto - The Ontario government's plan to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions does not have the tools necessary to meet its GHG emission targets. The government is projecting that it will fall short of its goals, even though the future reductions projected by the government are based on an assumption that all initiatives will be implemented 100 per cent successfully.
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Interview Opportunity - SunEdison President will be available for media interviews
Published Fri, 4 Dec 2009 12:22:35 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Community, Environment, Renewable Energy Reporters and Editors SunEdison President will be available for media interviews SunEdison President Carlos Domenech will be in Toronto for the CanSIA Solar Conference, and available for interviews. Mr. Domenech can speak to the following points: • Details of the First Light Solar Park, a partnership between SunEdison and SkyPower Corporation • SunEdison's commitment to creating jobs in Ontario • M...... Click here to read this release
Environmental Commissioner of Ontario releases Annual Greenhouse Gas Progress Report 2008/2009
Published Wed, 2 Dec 2009 11:45:29 EST Read More
Media Advisory Environmental Commissioner of Ontario releases Annual Greenhouse Gas Progress Report 2008/2009 WHEN: Tuesday, December 8, 2009 10:00 am WHERE: Queen's Park Media Studio WHAT: The Environmental Commissioner, Gord Miller, will submit to the Legislative Assembly a review of the progress of activities in Ontario to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The Commissioner’s report includes a review of the “Climate Change Action Plan Ann...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto CDM Program Incentives Doubled
Published Wed, 2 Dec 2009 11:27:37 EST Read More
BOMA Toronto CDM Program Incentives Doubled (Toronto, Dec. 2, 2009) The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Toronto Conservation and Demand Management (CDM) Program has doubled incentives for all non-lighting projects. This was announced by BOMA CDM Program Director Wayne Proulx at the Property Management Exposition & Conference. Effective immediately, the new incentive rates are: $800 per kilowatt of on-peak demand savings or $0.10 per kilowatt-hour annual consumpt...... Click here to read this release
Energy efficient holidays are happy holidays
Published Tue, 1 Dec 2009 15:37:10 EST Read More
Energy efficient holidays are happy holidays The holidays are just around the corner, and everyday routines will be abandoned for fun with family and friends. That doesn't mean you have to stop saving energy and money, though. Here are some tips from GreenSaver to make your festive season happy and environmentally friendly: • Use energy efficient holiday lights. Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are up to 90%more efficient than incandescent bulbs. You can maximize the money...... Click here to read this release
Canadian youth prepare for Copenhagen climate change summit
Published Fri, 27 Nov 2009 14:14:18 EST Read More
Media Advisory Canadian youth prepare for Copenhagen climate change summit The International Federation of Liberal Youth will send 25 young Canadians to Copenhagen to participate in next month's climate change summit. In preparation, the Ryerson Young Liberals and Ryerson Model United Nations are co-hosting a Climate Change Caucus on Saturday, November 28. Delegates will discuss and debate climate change issues, and hear from keynote speakers including the Honorable Bob ...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto’s Conservation and Demand Management Program approves its 300th applicant – First Canadian Place
Published Thu, 26 Nov 2009 11:50:32 EST Read More
Media Release BOMA Toronto’s Conservation and Demand Management Program approves its 300th applicant – First Canadian Place (Toronto, November 26, 2009) Brookfield Properties, owner of First Canadian Place, continues to be motivated to reduce its electricity consumption and carbon footprint at First Canadian Place. With the latest lighting retrofit in its Food Court, First Canadian Place becomes the 300th approved applicant for the Building Owners and Managers Associat...... Click here to read this release
BC Supreme Court will not delay KAFN salmon fishery class action law suit
Published Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:22:25 EST Read More
British Columbia Supreme Court judgment means Kwicksutaineuk/Ah-Kwa-Mish First Nation (KAFN) salmon fishery class action law suit will not be delayed by provincial government efforts (Vancouver, Nov. 25, 2009) In February 2009, representatives of the Kwicksutaineuk/Ah-Kwa-Mish First Nation (KAFN) launched a Class Action law suit involving the B.C. Government's regulation of open net-cage salmon farms, and the very survival of B.C.'s wild salmon. On October 8th and 9th, a series of Moti...... Click here to read this release
Insulating yourself against energy costs
Published Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:24:09 EST Read More
Insulating yourself against energy costs Now is the time to upgrade your home insulation Another cold Canadian winter is just around the corner. Are you ready? Thanks to two new incentive programs, weather-proofing your home can be even more cost-effective than ever before. The Home Renovation Tax Credit (HRTC) provides a 15 per cent non-refundable tax credit on eligible home renovation costs up to a maximum of $1,350. Natural Resources Canada offers the ecoENERGY Retro...... Click here to read this release
Community Power Conference 2009 Blazes a Trail in Ontario
Published Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:17:03 EST Read More
Community Power Conference 2009 Blazes a Trail in Ontario (Tuesday, November 17, 2009) The Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) wraps up a very successful 1st Annual Community Power Conference with the creation of a new 'International Community Power working group' with OSEA and the World Wind Energy Association (WWEA). Dr. Josef Pesch from Freiburg, Germany, said, 'this will allow for renewables to become centralized via Community Power projects. We have more renewables...... Click here to read this release
News Article - I thought that I would never see…my neighbour hacking at my (our?) tree
Published Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:37:59 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Ms. Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. I thought that I would never see…my neighbo...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunities - Community Power experts to speak at OSEA conference
Published Sat, 14 Nov 2009 20:46:19 EST Read More
Interview Opportunities - Community Power experts to speak at OSEA conference The Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) is hosting its first annual Community Power Conference November 15-16. Community Power and renewable energy experts from around the world will be speaking about current issues and trends in the sector, how it’s growing and how it can be developed. The following speakers will be available for interviews: Dr. Josef Pesch Dr. Pesch co-...... Click here to read this release
Fall/Winter 2009 issue of Our Green Home distributed to Toronto subscribers of The Globe and Mail and Toronto Star today
Published Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:03:09 EST Read More
The Fall/Winter 2009 issue of Our Green Home, Toronto’s eco-friendly home resource guide was distributed to Toronto subscribers of The Globe and Mail and Toronto Star today (Toronto ON – Friday, November 13th) Our Green Home highlights the importance of making environmentally responsible choices and changes in our homes. Featuring the home building and renovation innovations of the Archetype Sustainable Home at the Kortright Centre, this edition provides readers with information ...... Click here to read this release
Update to All-Canadian Cleantech Index
Published Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:14:32 EST Read More
Press Release Attn: News/Business/National/Energy Reporters and Assignment Editors Update to All-Canadian Cleantech Index Cleantech 10 ™ list pinpoints the top publicly traded Cleantech companies in Canada TORONTO, November 13, 2009 -- Transalta Corp. (TSX:TA) has completed its takeover of former Cleantech 10™ constituent Canadian Hydro Developers (formerly TSX:KHD). In response, Corporate Knights and Cleantech Group LLC have named Innergex Renewable Energy In...... Click here to read this release
Southern Ontario's biggest and best cross-country ski facility celebrates open-house
Published Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:05:18 EST Read More
Southern Ontario's biggest and best cross-country ski facility celebrates open-house New lower membership rates for Mono residents and improved trail system for 2009-10 ski season (Town of Mono, Ontario) On Sunday, November 15th, Southern Ontario's largest cross-country ski facility will hold its Annual Open House & Registration Day as it heads into its 25th year of operation. The open house will include activities such as: • An equipment sale with the presence from the...... Click here to read this release
There is hope for Canada's Wild Salmon - a stunning move by Prime Minister Harper
Published Thu, 5 Nov 2009 15:42:46 EST Read More
Media Release There is hope for Canada's Wild Salmon - a stunning move by Prime Minister Harper (Sointula, British Columbia, November 5, 2009) After months of silence from Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced today a Judicial Inquiry into how DFO is managing the Fraser River sockeye. "Prime Minister Harper's action is a significant step that could ensure wild salmon have a future," says biologist Alexandra Morton, "there is clearly som...... Click here to read this release
Living LEED Platinum in Newmarket
Published Wed, 4 Nov 2009 16:22:44 EST Read More
Media release Attention: Home, energy & environmental reporters Living LEED Platinum in Newmarket Newmarket Family's home is the first to be Platinum certified NEWMARKET, ON November 4, 2009: In a ceremony attended by the Honourable George Smitherman, Deputy Premier and Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, the Dunlop family celebrated being the first of 34 families to have their new homes certified to LEED® Platinum specifications. They, along with all the hom...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - Ontario Green Roof Expert to begin installation of green roof on Native Child Centre
Published Mon, 2 Nov 2009 09:12:43 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Ontario Green Roof Expert to begin installation of green roof on Native Child Centre Local Green Roof Company awarded green roof contract for the Native Child and Family Services Centre of Toronto on College Street Beginning next week (November 2), the Native Child and Family Services Centre, located at 30 College Street, Toronto, will be the location of the newest green roof project utilizing EcoSystem, a green roof system manufactured and installed ...... Click here to read this release
Energy Minister and Mayor welcome first family to live in a LEED Platinum certified home in Ontario
Published Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:59:40 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Community, Real Estate, Environment, Energy Reporters and Editors Energy Minister and Mayor welcome first family to live in a LEED Platinum certified home in Ontario Rodeo Fine Homes is celebrating the first residents of their LEED Platinum certified development in Newmarket. Minister of Energy and Infrastructure and Deputy Premier George Smitherman, Newmarket Mayor Tony Van Bynen and other dignitaries will be on hand to congratulate the family and pres...... Click here to read this release
Calling on DFO Minister Shea, End the Silence
Published Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:14:57 EST Read More
PRESS RELEASE Calling on DFO Minister Shea, End the Silence (October 27, 2009) The UBCIC calls upon the Federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) Minister Gail Shea to get on with the pressing work at hand of developing new Fish Farm regulations with First Nations. The court mandated deadline of February 10, 2010 is fast approaching and the silence from Minister Shea’s office is completely unacceptable. The BC First Nations Fisheries Council and First Nation Aquaculture ...... Click here to read this release
St Marys Cement awarded Silver Certification in Energy Excellence
Published Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:28:51 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Community, Business and Environment Reporters and Editors St Marys Cement awarded Silver Certification in Energy Excellence (Bowmanville ON, Oct 27, 200...... Click here to read this release
Stephen Koch of NAIMA Canada to speak at GreenPrint 2010
Published Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:59:39 EST Read More
Stephen Koch of NAIMA Canada to speak at GreenPrint 2010 (Ottawa, October 27, 2009) Stephen Koch, Executive Director of the North American Insulation Manufacturers' Association Canada, will speak at the GreenPrint Conference on November 12, 2009 in Toronto. Mr. Koch's speech, entitled "Moving the Process of Building's Energy Efficiency Forward", will focus on energy efficiency in buildings, consumer choice, building codes and how to move the process forward in a strategic way. ...... Click here to read this release
Get cozy with environmentally friendly cost savings this winter
Published Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:54:58 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Real Estate, Lifestyle, Environment Reporters and Editors Get cozy with environmentally friendly cost savings this winter The cold weather is coming, whether we like it or not. You can take some of the bite out of winter by making your home more energy efficient. 1. Book an ecoENERGY assessment. This will tell you what renovations you need to make in order to maximize your house's energy efficiency and save the most money. The audit will c...... Click here to read this release
Fish Farm Escape in Port Elizabeth
Published Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:07:24 EST Read More
Press Release Attn: Environment, Wildlife, Fish Reporters and Editors Fish Farm Escape in Port Elizabeth (Sunday, October 25th, 2009) The Kwicksutaineuk Ah-kwa-mish First Nation is appalled and bitterly disgusted at the recently reported escape of 40,000 Atantic Salmon from the Port Elizabeth Fish Farm in the Broughtan Archipelago. After speaking with Clare Backman of Marine Harvest Canada (MHC), it was learned that during the removal of dead fish from a "natural fish kil...... Click here to read this release
All-Canadian Cleantech Index opens Toronto Stock Exchange
Published Fri, 23 Oct 2009 10:34:22 EST Read More
Media Release Attention News/Business/National/Energy Reporters and Assignment Editors All-Canadian Cleantech Index opens Toronto Stock Exchange Cleantech 10 ™ list pinpoints the top publicly traded Cleantech companies in Canada - next 10 Cleantech list highlights emerging Cleantech leaders of tomorrow TORONTO, October 23, 2009 - Today, the CEOs of the companies on Corporate Knights' third-annual Cleantech 10™ list and Next 10 Emerging Cleantech Leaders opened...... Click here to read this release
St Marys Cement Bowmanville becomes first North American industrial organization to receive Certification in Energy Excellence
Published Thu, 22 Oct 2009 12:10:59 EST Read More
St Marys Cement Bowmanville becomes first North American industrial organization to receive Certification in Energy Excellence Presentation by Phil McNelly MPP Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Energy & Infrastructure What: Certificate presentation for Bowmanville facility reaching the milestone of achieving certification in Energy Excellence. The event will be attended by: • Phil McNelly MPP (Ottawa-Orleans) and Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister ...... Click here to read this release
All-Canadian Cleantech Index to open Toronto Stock Exchange
Published Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:08:57 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention News/Business/National/Energy Reporters and Assignment Editors All-Canadian Cleantech Index to open Toronto Stock Exchange Cleantech 10 ™ list pinpoints the top publicly traded Cleantech companies in Canada - next 10 Cleantech list highlights emerging Cleantech leaders of tomorrow TORONTO, October 22, 2009 - Tomorrow morning, the CEOs of the companies on Corporate Knights' third-annual Cleantech 10™ list and Next 10 Emerging Cleantech ...... Click here to read this release
Toronto Cyclists Union launches Driver Appreciation Campaign
Published Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:17:52 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Transportation, Automobile & Environment Reporters and Editors Toronto Cyclists Union launches Driver Appreciation Campaign – ‘Thank You’ Toronto cyclists will be thanking drivers who remember to give them their fair share of the road through beautifully designed Thank You cards. “It’s easy to get angry when someone cuts you off. This summer has been filled with sensational headlines about conflicts between cyclists and drivers. What people...... Click here to read this release
Toronto Cyclists Union hosts Cocktail & Masquerade Fundraiser
Published Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:46:58 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Transportation, Environment, Health, Community, Family & Lifestyle Reporters and Editors Toronto Cyclists Union hosts Cocktail & Masquerade Fundraiser WHAT: Cocktail and Masquerade Fundraiser for the Toronto Cyclists Union http://bikeunion.to • Tickets for the Masquerade Cocktail Reception, between 6:00 and 9:00 pm, are $100/person, or $150/couple (includes the 'Bike Love' Party). • Tickets for the Masquerade 'Bike Love' Party, between 9:00 ...... Click here to read this release
Turning Ontario into sustainable energy province focus of Community Power Conference 2009
Published Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:18:19 EST Read More
Media Advisory Turning Ontario into sustainable energy province focus of Community Power Conference 2009 Building community networks and local energy solutions is the goal of the first annual Community Power Conference (CP2009). Hosted by the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA), this event will build on the foundation of Ontario's new Green Energy Act, and work towards 100% sustainable energy. Dr. David Suzuki is the 2009 Honourary Chair. OSEA defines Community...... Click here to read this release
Dr David Suzuki School in Windsor has chosen GTA based Bioroof to design and plant green roof
Published Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:03:53 EST Read More
Media Release Dr. David Suzuki School in Windsor has chosen GTA based Bioroof to design and plant green roof (Burlington, Ontario, October 15, 2009) Designed to be the most environmentally friendly school in Canada, the Dr. David Suzuki Public School in Windsor will incorporate a host of green features, including a planted green roof, a grey water recycling system and a solar and geothermal heating. Named after the world-renowned environmental guru and host of the influen...... Click here to read this release
OSEA to host First Annual Community Power Conference
Published Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:36:56 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Environment, Renewable Energy and Community Reporters and Editors OSEA to host First Annual Community Power Conference Early bird registration extended until October 30th (Toronto, October 15, 2009) The Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) is gearing up for the first annual Community Power Conference. Scheduled for November 15 to 16, the conference will bring together industry leaders, government officials and community-based groups in...... Click here to read this release
News Article - Is Wal-Mart's green agenda for real?
Published Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:30:49 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. She can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. Is Wal-Mart's green agenda for real? Wal-Mart ...... Click here to read this release
Toronto's new $1,000 rebate makes GreenSaver's ecoSMART insulation even more affordable
Published Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:52:14 EST Read More
Media Release Toronto's new $1,000 rebate makes GreenSaver's ecoSMART insulation even more affordable (Toronto, October 14th, 2009) If you've been thinking about upgrading the insulation in your home, there is no doubt this is the best time to do it. With winter on its way, upgrades like draft-proofing and insulation can ensure your home is as comfortable and energy-efficient as possible this season. And with the city's new Home Energy Assistance Toronto (HEAT) initiative, in...... Click here to read this release
Friends of the Earth Canada in Court challenging federal government failure to act on climate law
Published Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:01:45 EST Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY Friends of the Earth Canada in Court challenging federal government failure to act on climate law Will argue governments cannot pick and choose which laws to follow What: Environmental groups are challenging Canada's federal government in court for its violation of the Kyoto Protocol Implementation Act (KPIA). The case targets the fundamental question of whether the government is above the law. The law states that Canada must take strong acti...... Click here to read this release
City Councillor Joe Mihevc Sheds Light on Solar Power
Published Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:44:21 EST Read More
City Councillor Sheds Light on Solar Power Councillor Joe Mihevc leads the way with his residents and the West Toronto Initiative for Solar Energy (WISE) Toronto, Ontario - October 14, 2009 - Councillor Joe Mihevc, Ward 21 St. Paul's West-an environmental leader on City Council-is taking his work home with him. The Councillor recently purchased his own domestic solar hot water heater, installed it on his home and is hoping more Torontonians do the same. By enrolling with t...... Click here to read this release
City Councillor Joe Mihevc harnesses solar power
Published Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:57:25 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Environment, Technology, Energy, Political Editors and Reporters City Councillor Joe Mihevc harnesses solar power Joe Mihevc, City Councillor for Ward 21 (St. Paul's West), has recently installed a solar domestic hot water heater on his house. Come visit his home on October 14th and you'll see why this Fall is a great time for solar. Councillor Mihevc enrolled with the West Toronto Initiative for Solar Energy (WISE), a community-led renewable energy...... Click here to read this release
Possibilité d’entrevue - Croissance de l’industrie canadienne du vélo malgré la tourmente économique
Published Wed, 7 Oct 2009 09:10:40 EST Read More
Possibilité d’entrevue Croissance de l’industrie canadienne du vélo malgré la tourmente économique L’industrie canadienne du vélo, comme tous les autres secteurs, a été touchée par la crise économique mondiale. Les résultats recueillis par les fournisseurs et détaillants de vélos spécialisés canadiens, cependant, laissent entendre que les entreprises au nord de la frontière s’en tirent beaucoup mieux que leurs homologues américaines ou les autres secteurs ...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - Ontario Green Roof Expert to speak at International Green Roof Congress in Toronto (October 19-21)
Published Wed, 7 Oct 2009 09:06:37 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Ontario Green Roof Expert to speak at International Green Roof Congress in Toronto (October 19-21) Rick Buist, President of Burlington-based Bioroof Systems, has been designing, installing and manufacturing green roofs in the Ontario marketplace for nearly a decade. He has been involved in more than 100 green roof projects across North America, including the award-winning Ottawa War Museum, the Manitoba Hydro Building (Winnipeg) and Covenant House (Tor...... Click here to read this release
Environmental Commissioner of Ontario's Annual Report - Chilling Costs of Development Disputes
Published Tue, 6 Oct 2009 09:24:27 EST Read More
Chilling Costs of Development Disputes Queens Park, October 6, 2009 - Citizen groups fighting to protect natural areas need some protection against intimidating legal tactics, warned the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario in his new Annual Report, released today at Queen's Park. As Commissioner Gord Miller noted, "The land use planning system is hugely weighted in favour of the development industry. Citizen groups wanting to protect natural heritage can face enormous legal costs a...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - Canada's bike industry is growing despite economic turmoil
Published Tue, 6 Oct 2009 09:04:11 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Canada's bike industry is growing despite economic turmoil The Canadian cycling industry, like every other sector, has been impacted by the global economic crises. Numbers recently collected from Canadian specialty bike retailers and suppliers, however, suggest that businesses north of the border are faring far better than their American colleagues, or other Canadian retail sectors. Rob Jones, Director of Data Capture for the Bicycle Trade Association...... Click here to read this release
Greensaver helps City Councillor Mihevic harness solar power
Published Mon, 5 Oct 2009 12:13:41 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Environment, Technology, Energy, Political Editors and Reporters Greensaver helps City Councillor Mihevic harness solar power Joe Mihevic, City Councillor for Ward 21 (St. Paul's West) is having a solar domestic hot water heater installed on his house. The system - to be installed by GreenSaver - will help Councillor Mihevic save up to 50% on his water heating bills and reduce his green house gas emissions by 0.5 tonnes each year. WHAT: ...... Click here to read this release
FREE info sessions on BOMA Toronto's Conservation and Demand Management Program
Published Mon, 5 Oct 2009 11:49:15 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Environment, Energy, Green Building, Construction, Event Editors BOMA Toronto's Conservation and Demand Management Program FREE info sessions about energy efficiency for commercial buildings (Toronto, October 5, 2009) The buzz about Ontario's Green Energy and Green Economy Act, energy conservation and energy efficient buildings is everywhere, from subway conversations to radio shows to infrastructure meetings. The Building Owners and Manage...... Click here to read this release
Compugen Named First Canadian Microsoft® Authorized Refurbisher
Published Fri, 2 Oct 2009 09:34:16 EST Read More
Compugen Named First Canadian Microsoft® Authorized Refurbisher New Designation Supports Responsible Reuse of IT Assets and Extends Compugen's Green IT Initiatives (Toronto, Ontario, 2 October 2009) - Compugen today announced that it has become the first Microsoft® Authorized Refurbisher (MAR) in Canada. MAR is a new program offered by Microsoft enabling Compugen to provide genuine Microsoft software on professionally refurbished computers. This eliminates the risk of buyi...... Click here to read this release
The Beer Store Helps Green Ontario's Economy with Deposit Return
Published Fri, 2 Oct 2009 09:29:01 EST Read More
Deposit Return Helps Green Ontario's Economy Beer Store recovery of beer, wine and spirits packaging supports growth of Ontario recycling industry Mississauga, Ont. (October 2, 2009) - The Beer Store (TBS) today released its seventh edition of "Responsible Stewardship", reporting on the remarkable performance and continued improvement of its world renowned deposit return based packaging recovery system. As the single largest collection system for consumer packaging in Canad...... Click here to read this release
Publication du rapport annuel de 2008-2009 du Commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario – Favoriser la résilience
Published Thu, 1 Oct 2009 10:54:22 EST Read More
Communiqué de presse Publication du rapport annuel de 2008-2009 du Commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario – Favoriser la résilience La publication du rapport du Commissaire à l’environnement sera effectuée en deux temps. Il y aura d’abord une conférence de presse au Studio des médias de Queen's Park et ensuite une séance d'information en ligne. Conférence de presse à Queen's Park Le 6 octobre 2009 à 13 h Studio des médias de Queen’s Park Rem...... Click here to read this release
Release of the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario 2008/2009 Annual Report - Building Resilience
Published Thu, 1 Oct 2009 10:48:00 EST Read More
Media Advisory Release of the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario 2008/2009 Annual Report - Building Resilience There are two parts to the release of the Environmental Commissioners Report - a Media Conference at the Queen's Park Media Studio followed by Web-based Briefing session. Queen's Park Media Conference 1:00 pm, October 6, 2009 Queen's Park Media Studio Note: • The full text of the Annual Report and background documents will be placed on the Environmen...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto presents Conservation Demand Management Awards at General Meeting Luncheon
Published Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:18:59 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Environment, Real Estate, Community, News Reporters and Editors BOMA Toronto presents Conservation Demand Management Awards at General Meeting Luncheon (Toronto, September 29, 2009) The Building Owners and Managers Association of Toronto (BOMA Toronto) hosted its General Meeting Luncheon today. Following immediately after the Greening Greater Toronto Alliance and BOMA Toronto Summit, the luncheon included awards for participants in BOMA Toronto’s Conse...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto presents Conservation Demand Management Awards
Published Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:48:19 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Environment, Real Estate, Community, News Reporters and Editors BOMA Toronto presents Conservation Demand Management Awards The Building Owners and Managers Association of Toronto (BOMA Toronto) will host its General Meeting Luncheon after the Greater Green Toronto Association's Summit. The luncheon will include an awards presentation for participants in BOMA Toronto's Conservation Demand Management (CDM) program. WHAT: The following awa...... Click here to read this release
OPA offers online information session on Feed-In Tariff Programs
Published Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:40:11 EST Read More
Media Advisory ATTENTION: Editors and Website Administrators OPA offers online information session on Feed-In Tariff Programs The Ontario Power Authority invites you to participate in a two-hour web-enabled teleconference during which we will provide you with a high-level overview of each of the Feed-In Tariff (FIT) and microFIT Programs, followed by a telephone question and answer period. What: Web-based teleconference providing overview of FIT and microFIT P...... Click here to read this release
Friends of the Earth launches David Brooks' new book in Halifax September 29
Published Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:58:55 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Environmental, News, Community Editors and Reporters Friends of the Earth launches David Brooks' new book 'Making the Most of the Water We Have' comes to Halifax Sept. 29 Friends of the Earth will release Making the Most of the Water We Have: The Soft Path Approach to Water Management early next week. The book is co-edited by David Brooks, a geologist, economist and author who has previously written about conservation and water management. ...... Click here to read this release
Federal Government approves Environmental Assessment for Two Feathers Forest Products, LP
Published Fri, 25 Sep 2009 10:42:13 EST Read More
Media Release Federal Government approves Environmental Assessment for Two Feathers Forest Products, LP (Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation, September 25, 2009) Two Feathers Forest Products, LP (TFFP) is proud to announce the Environmental Assessment (EA) submitted on July 14, 2009 has been reviewed and accepted by the Federal Government. The approval, received this week, is a key milestone for the value-added forestry initiative. Terry Favelle, President of Two Feather Forest P...... Click here to read this release
Ontario used tire program upsets consumers
Published Wed, 23 Sep 2009 16:52:17 EST Read More
Ontario used tire program upsets consumers Claims of free tire recycling belies upfront charges on sale of new tires (Drayton ON, Sept. 24, 2009) With the peak tire selling upon them Ontario tire dealers are facing angry consumers over recent press releases and advertisements by Ontario Tire Stewardship (OTS) claiming that, "Ontarians can now drop off their old tires at no charge, rest assured that they will be recycled and repurposed and not contribute to waste." Ontario...... Click here to read this release
Friends of the Earth launches David Brooks' new book
Published Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:19:51 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Environmental, News, Community Editors and Reporters Friends of the Earth launches David Brooks' new book 'Making the Most of the Water We Have' to be released September 25 Friends of the Earth will release Making the Most of the Water We Have: The Soft Path Approach to Water Management later this week. The book is co-edited by David Brooks, a geologist, economist and author who has previously written about conservation and water manageme...... Click here to read this release
International Peace Day event to be held in Toronto September 21, 2009
Published Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:50:00 EST Read More
Media Invitation International Peace Day event to be held in Toronto September 21, 2009 Toronto, Sept. 17, 2009: The Toronto Chapter of Children's International Summer Villages (CISV) will hold a Chain of Peace event on Monday, Sept. 21, 7:30 pm, at the Peace Garden in Toronto City Hall's Nathan Philips Square. The goal of the event is to raise awareness of human hardships existing in conflict zones around the world Toronto-area children and young adults will encircle th...... Click here to read this release
Alexandra Morton charges Marine Harvest with illegal possession of wild salmon
Published Wed, 16 Sep 2009 09:54:46 EST Read More
Alexandra Morton charges Marine Harvest with illegal possession of wild salmon If government is not going to apply the laws of Canada to fish farms, it is up to the people to do so (Port Hardy, September 16, 2009) Biologist Alexandra Morton laid charges under the federal Fisheries Act against fish farm giant Marine Harvest for illegal possession of wild juvenile salmon from an endangered stock. On June 16, 2009, hundreds of small salmon were seen spilling onto a dock in Po...... Click here to read this release
News Article - What's organic?
Published Tue, 15 Sep 2009 15:19:45 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe is cited as the author. She can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. What's organic? After years of confusion, Canada finally has regulations on what can be c...... Click here to read this release
Peter Love forms Love Energy Consultants Inc
Published Tue, 15 Sep 2009 09:15:20 EST Read More
Peter Love forms Love Energy Consultants Inc. Peter Love, Ontario’s first Chief Energy Conservation Officer, recently formed a consultancy firm to foster culture change as part of his commitment to advancing sustainability. He will be available to journalists and authorities to speak on a number of topics regarding energy efficiency and sustainability, including: • Potential, targets, programs and trends, in energy conservation • Energy pricing and conservation • Demand ...... Click here to read this release
Bike industry gears up for second successful day of ExpoCycle
Published Fri, 11 Sep 2009 13:49:54 EST Read More
Bike industry gears up for second successful day of ExpoCycle It’s a good time to be in the bike industry and the Bicycle Trade Association of Canada’s Data Capture program, which tracks bikes sales in Canada, has the numbers to back that up. Canadian suppliers sold nearly 200,000 units to retailers in the first six months of 2009. This represents a total estimated retail value of $150,000,000. Rob Jones, Director of Data Capture for BTAC, is encouraged by the numbers. 'Its gr...... Click here to read this release
ExpoCycle 2009 kicks off today - Canadian Cycling Retailers Roll through Bromont and into Montreal
Published Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:45:55 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: News, Environment, Sport, Transportation, Community Editors and Reporters Canadian Cycling Retailers Roll through Bromont and into Montreal ExpoCycle 2009 kicks off today With a brilliant late summer sun-shining on Bromont, Quebec, the Canadian bike industry kicked it into high gear for ExpoCycle 2009 at OutDoor Demo Day. The mood was upbeat and smiles all a round as retailers rode world-class terrain on the hottest bikes! “At OutDoor Demo day we had close t...... Click here to read this release
ExpoCycle 2009 est lancé aujourd’hui - Les détaillants de vélos canadiens se réunissent à Bromont et à Montréal
Published Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:43:20 EST Read More
Communiqué de presse À l’attention des rédacteurs et chroniqueurs des domaines de l’actualité, de l’environnement, du sport, des transports et de l’actualité communautaire Les détaillants de vélos canadiens se réunissent à Bromont et à Montréal ExpoCycle 2009 est lancé aujourd’hui C’est sous un soleil radieux que l’industrie canadienne du vélo a donné le coup d’envoi d’ExpoCycle 2009 lors du Jour Démo Plein Air à Bromont, au Québec. L’ambiance était ...... Click here to read this release
Green Fleet Management Breakfast Forum Series 2009-2010
Published Thu, 10 Sep 2009 10:36:57 EST Read More
Green Fleet Management Breakfast Forum Series 2009-2010 Media Advisory Attn: News Editors and Event Calender Editors Go Green! Fleets everywhere today are seeking ways to green up their operations for reasons of corporate social responsibility and public image, cost control, and environmental purposes - the “triple bottom line.” Fleet Challenge Ontario (FCO) www.fleetchallenge.ca is a not-for-profit program of the Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance that helps ...... Click here to read this release
L'ONTARIO APPUIE LES PROJETS D'ÉNERGIE VERTE POUR LES COMMUNAUTÉS DES PREMIÈRES NATIONS ET MÉTIS
Published Thu, 3 Sep 2009 16:33:39 EST Read More
L'ONTARIO APPUIE LES PROJETS D'ÉNERGIE VERTE POUR LES COMMUNAUTÉS DES PREMIÈRES NATIONS ET MÉTIS L'honorable George Smitherman, vice-premier ministre et ministre de l'Énergie et de l'Infrastructure, fera une annonce à propos d'initiatives ayant pour but d'aider les communautés de Premières nations et métis qui souhaitent entreprendre des projets d'énergie renouvelable. Les initiatives appuient les principaux objectifs de la Loi sur l'énergie verte, dont développer des s...... Click here to read this release
Ontario to support First Nations and Metis green energy opportunities
Published Thu, 3 Sep 2009 16:29:00 EST Read More
ONTARIO TO SUPPORT FIRST NATIONS AND MÉTIS GREEN ENERGY OPPORTUNITIES The Honourable George Smitherman, Deputy Premier and Minister of Energy and Infrastructure will make an announcement about initiatives to assist First Nations and Métis communities interested in renewable energy projects. The initiatives help address key objectives of the Green Energy Act, including developing renewable energy, providing opportunities for First Nations and Métis, and encouraging economic deve...... Click here to read this release
Conserve the Light energy efficiency and conservation conference begins in Thunder Bay
Published Thu, 3 Sep 2009 09:27:37 EST Read More
Media Release Conserve the Light a Provincial First Nations and Métis Energy Efficiency and Conservation Conference begins in Thunder Bay Minister of Energy and Infrastructure to speak today at 6:30pm (Thunder Bay, ON. September 3, 2009) The Conserve the Light conference, which started today at the Valhalla Hotel, has attracted over 200 First Nations leaders, community representatives and Métis to Thunder Bay from across Ontario. This conference is part of the ...... Click here to read this release
Retailer Power Program gives ExpoCycle attendees an education
Published Wed, 2 Sep 2009 10:32:04 EST Read More
The business of bikes ExpoCycle attendees receive an education (Wednesday, September 2, 2009) Knowledge is power, as they say. That's the assumption behind ExpoCycle 2009's BTAC Retailer Power Program. Introduced just last year - to rave reviews - the seminars are back, bigger and better than before. "We were thrilled with the response in 2008," remarked Janet O'Connell, Executive Director of the Bicycle Trade Association of Canada (BTAC). "Our retailers loved the sem...... Click here to read this release
Thunder Bay site of historic Gathering of Traditional and Christian First Nation and Métis Elders from across Ontario
Published Tue, 1 Sep 2009 10:23:13 EST Read More
Media Release Thunder Bay site of historic Gathering of Traditional and Christian First Nation and Métis Elders from across Ontario Gathering to bring recommendations on Protecting Mother Earth through energy conservation to the Conserve the Light conference (Fort William First Nation/Thunder Bay, ON, September 1, 2009) The Teepees, Sweat and Teaching lodges are now in place on Animiki wadjiw (Mount McKay). Each has been carefully erected in accordance with region...... Click here to read this release
Two Feathers Forest Products Receives Federal Government Funding
Published Tue, 1 Sep 2009 09:42:23 EST Read More
Media Release Two Feathers Forest Products Receives Federal Government Funding (Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation, Ontario, Sept.1, 2009) Eagle Lake First Nation received $829,000 from the recent Community Adjustment Fund (CAF) announcement. This will support the Two Feathers Forest Products, LP (TFFP) value added initiative. TFFP is a partnership involving Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation, Pikangikum First Nation, Eagle Lake First Nation and Finnish based Wood Tech Group Canada. ...... Click here to read this release
MTTC Open Letter in response to Minister Gail Shea, PC, MP
Published Mon, 31 Aug 2009 17:17:26 EST Read More
August 31, 2009 Minister Gail Shea, P.C., M.P Fisheries and Oceans Canada 200 Kent Street Ottawa, ON, K1A 0E6 VIA FACSIMILE: 613-990-7292 Dear Minister Shea: We write in response to your letter to Don Staniford, Global Coordinator for the Pure Salmon Campaign, dated August 26, 2009. As you are aware, I was a signatory to that letter in my capacity as Chief of the Kwicksutaineuk Ah-Kwa-Mish First Nation (K-AFN) and Chairman of the Musgamagw-Tsawataineuk Tribal Council (MT...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Sustainable Energy Association Community Power Conference 2009
Published Mon, 31 Aug 2009 16:51:52 EST Read More
Media Advisory Ontario Sustainable Energy Association Community Power Conference 2009 The Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) will host its first annual Community Power Conference (CP2009) this November 15-16. The event will celebrate the Micro FIT and Feed-in Tariff programs that will be instrumental to the success of Community Power projects in Ontario, making the province a national leader with its policy to promote green energy. Come and meet all the key ind...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto CDM Receives First Tenant Incentive Program Application
Published Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:04:30 EST Read More
Media Release BOMA Toronto CDM Receives First Tenant Incentive Program Application from Stikeman Elliott, LLP (Toronto, August 26, 2009) The Building Owners and Managers Association of Greater Toronto (BOMA Toronto) Conservation and Demand Management (CDM) Program has received and approved the first application for its new Tenant Incentive Program (TIP). Stikeman Elliott, LLP, Canada’s first national carbon neutral law firm, applied for BOMA Toronto’s CDM TIP as part...... Click here to read this release
Thunder Bay to host Conserve the Light Gathering
Published Tue, 25 Aug 2009 10:46:02 EST Read More
Media Advisory Thunder Bay to host Conserve the Light Gathering Province-wide First Nations and Métis energy efficiency conference and Elders gathering (Thunder Bay) A First Nations and Métis Energy Efficiency Conference will take place as a result of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Measures for Aboriginal Communities (EEMAC) program. The conference will take place in Thunder Bay on September 1-4, 2009. WHAT: A Gathering of Ontario First Nati...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto’s CDM Program Helps Fight the 3 H’s of Summer
Published Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:29:23 EST Read More
Media Release BOMA Toronto’s CDM Program Helps Fight the 3 H’s of Summer (Toronto, August 19, 2009) After a month of below-the-norm temperatures, the August heat wave seems to be settling in. During this hot, hazy and humid period, many of us are turning up our home air conditioning systems. Commercial properties are no different. Peak electricity has always been a significant issue in the province of Ontario and nowhere more concerning than the downtown core...... Click here to read this release
Niagara Region gets greener with launch of PenFinancial GreenSaver Home Improvement Loan
Published Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:12:30 EST Read More
Media Release Niagara Region gets greener with launch of PenFinancial GreenSaver Home Improvement Loan (Welland, August 19th, 2009) Continuing its 25 year environmental mission to make homes across Ontario more energy efficient, GreenSaver has partnered with PenFinancial Credit Union to offer the new PenFinancial GreenSaver Home Improvement Loan, the first of its kind in the Niagara Region. PenFinancial hosted a welcome reception for Climate Action Nia...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Bottled water – Do you know what you’re drinking?
Published Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:37:12 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe is cited as the author. She can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. Bottled water – Do you know what you’re drinking? Canadian consumers drank 60 litres of bottle...... Click here to read this release
PenFinancial GreenSaver Home Improvement Loan to be launched in Niagara Region
Published Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:28:09 EST Read More
Media Advisory PenFinancial GreenSaver Home Improvement Loan to be launched in Niagara Region (Welland, August 17, 2009) GreenSaver has partnered with PenFinancial Credit Union to offer the new PenFinancial GreenSaver Home Improvement Loan, the first of its kind in the Niagara Region. GreenSaver customers who conduct an ecoENERGY assessment are eligible to apply for the low interest rates offered for residential energy efficiency retrofits related to the eco...... Click here to read this release
Government officials promote “sustainable” aquaculture in Norway while wild salmon stocks crash at home
Published Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:27:12 EST Read More
Media Release Government officials promote “sustainable” aquaculture in Norway while wild salmon stocks crash at home (August 17, 2009) Where is Canada’s Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, Gail Shea, at a time when one of Canada’s most important commercial runs of salmon is experiencing a catastrophic collapse? She is showcasing Canada’s aquaculture industry at the Aqua Nor international aquaculture trade show in Trondheim, Norway. British Columbia’s Fr...... Click here to read this release
Open letter to King of Norway to stop the killing of wild fish by Norwegian-owned open net cage salmon farms in British Columbia
Published Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:07:11 EST Read More
King Harald V The Royal Palace Drammensveien 1 N-0010 Oslo Norway 14th August 2009 Your Royal Highness, Protecting wild salmon from open net cage salmon farms Further to our letter of 15th December 2006 (re-enclosed here), we appeal to you as the King of Norway to stop the killing of wild fish by Norwegian-owned open net cage salmon farms. We ask that you take time during your visit to Trondheim on 18th August when you will be opening the Aqua Nor trade show1...... Click here to read this release
Bug Out at Ontario Nature's Bruce Alvar Nature Reserve
Published Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:37:09 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: News Editors Bug Out at Ontario Nature's Bruce Alvar Nature Reserve Explore a natural rock garden in the heart of the Bruce Join Ontario Nature conservation staff and University of Guelph expert entomologist Steve Marshall as they identify the many bugs that crawl, hop and fly around the Bruce Alvar Nature Reserve along the Bruce Peninsula. Explore a unique and beautiful limestone ecosystem; learn about the Great Lakes alvars and their sp...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity: Wild salmon stocks in crisis
Published Thu, 13 Aug 2009 17:15:14 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Wild salmon stocks in crisis British Columbia's wild salmon stocks have shrunk dramatically this year. 10.6 million salmon were expected to flow through the Fraser River; only 1.7 million came. This precipitous decline represents a serious danger to the future of BC's wild salmon, as well as the ecosystem and industries that rely on them. Biologists Alexandra Morton and Stan Proboszcz are available to speak on this crisis. They can be cont...... Click here to read this release
Trek returns to OutDoor Demo Day!
Published Thu, 13 Aug 2009 12:25:30 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: News, Environment, Sport, Transportation, Community Editors and Reporters Trek returns to OutDoor Demo Day! The Bicycle Trade Association of Canada (BTAC) is thrilled to announce Trek's return to Demo Day. After a three year hiatus from ExpoCycle, Trek will once again be returning to the OutDoor Demo Day. Trek, a leading bike supplier in Canada, will once again join other bicycle manufacturers and suppliers for an exciting day on the world class trail...... Click here to read this release
Ski Bromont gears up for ExpoCycle's Outdoor Demo Day
Published Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:39:05 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: News, Environment, Sport, Transportation, Community Editors and Reporters Ski Bromont gears up for ExpoCycle's Outdoor Demo Day ExpoCycle attendees will kick off their trade show experience with a wild ride. Outdoor Demo Day - scheduled for September 9, 2009 at Ski Bromont - is a chance for media and industry to experience the most innovative bikes and bike products. Ski Bromont is located an hour outside of Montreal and has hosted many internatio...... Click here to read this release
L’ACIV accorde une subvention à quatre projets touchant les cyclistes de quinze langues différentes d’un océan à l’autre
Published Mon, 10 Aug 2009 13:42:07 EST Read More
L’ACIV accorde une subvention à quatre projets touchant les cyclistes de quinze langues différentes d’un océan à l’autre Toronto, le 10 août 2009 ‐ L’Association canadienne de l’industrie du vélo (ACIV) a annoncé les bénéficiaires de ses quatre subventions, qui totalisent 17 000 $. Deux fois par année, le programme de subvention de l’ACIV accorde des subventions à des groupes communautaires axés sur le cyclisme afin d’appuyer les projets qui accroissent le n...... Click here to read this release
BTAC Awards Grants to Four Projects that Reach Cyclist from Coast-to-Coast and 15 Different Languages
Published Mon, 10 Aug 2009 13:35:18 EST Read More
BTAC Awards Grants to Four Projects that Reach Cyclist from Coast-to-Coast and 15 Different Languages Toronto - August 10, 2009 - The Bicycle Trade Association of Canada (BTAC) has announced the recipients of $17,000 in grants. Awarded twice a year and available to cycling focused community groups, BTAC's Grant Program will support projects that put more people on bikes. An important selection criterion is whether the project will make measurable improvements to the overall cycling lan...... Click here to read this release
Musgamagw Tsawataineuk Tribal Council responds to Marine Harvest Canada and Costal Alliance for Aquaculture Reform
Published Thu, 6 Aug 2009 10:06:28 EST Read More
August 6, 2009 For Immediate Release Musgamagw Tsawataineuk Tribal Council responds to Marine Harvest Canada and Costal Alliance for Aquaculture Reform The Musgamagw-Tsawataineuk Tribal Council (MTTC) issues this press release in response to the joint announcement of Marine Harvest Canada (MHC) and the Coastal Alliance for Aquaculture Reform (CAAR) that the “preliminary results for their Coordinated Area Management Plan (CAMP) look positive”. The MHC/CARR announcement sta...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto's CDM program hits $10 million milestone
Published Wed, 5 Aug 2009 15:25:33 EST Read More
Media Release BOMA Toronto's CDM program hits $10 million milestone (Toronto, August 5, 2009) The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Toronto's Conservation Demand Management (CDM) Program has hit a significant milestone in its delivery of electricity conservation incentives - $10,000,000 in committed conservation incentives for over 100 buildings in Toronto. The CDM program, funded by the Ontario Power Authority (OPA), has committed $10,000,000 in retrofit...... Click here to read this release
Conserve the Light Gathering - a First Nations and Métis energy efficiency conference
Published Fri, 24 Jul 2009 10:51:32 EST Read More
Media Advisory Conserve the Light Gathering - a First Nations and Métis energy efficiency conference (July 24, 2009) As part of the ongoing Energy Efficiency & Conservation Measures for Aboriginal Communities (EEMAC) program, Charles Fox Consulting Inc. and the Ontario Power Authority (OPA) will convene a Gathering of Ontario First Nations and Métis Elders and Leadership and community members from September 3, 2009 to September 4, 2009 in Thunder Bay, Ontario. A First N...... Click here to read this release
ExpoCycle et le Jour Démo Plein Air de retour dans la région de Montréal
Published Thu, 23 Jul 2009 09:55:02 EST Read More
Avis aux médias À l'attention des rédacteurs et chroniqueurs des domaines de l'actualité, de l'environnement, du sport, des transports et de l'actualité communautaire ExpoCycle et le Jour Démo Plein Air de retour dans la région de Montréal Le plus grand salon professionnel de l'industrie du vélo au Canada retourne à Montréal du 9 au 12 septembre 2009. Classé au 17e rang des 50 principaux salons professionnels du Canada, ExpoCycle est l'événement interentrepr...... Click here to read this release
ExpoCycle and Demo Day return to Montreal area
Published Thu, 23 Jul 2009 09:47:08 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: News, Environment, Sport, Transportation, Community Editors and Reporters ExpoCycle and Demo Day return to Montreal area Canada's largest bike industry trade show returns to Montreal from September 9 to 12, 2009. Ranked 17th amoung Canada's Top 50 Trade Shows, ExpoCycle is Canada's most important bicycle industry business-to-business event, bringing together top manufacturers, retailers, industry advocates and media to conduct the business of cycling....... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto's CDM Program has been extended
Published Wed, 22 Jul 2009 13:45:13 EST Read More
Media Release BOMA Toronto's CDM Program has been extended (Toronto, July 21, 2009) The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Toronto's Conservation and Demand Management (CDM) Program has been extended to December 31, 2010. The extension allows interested commercial building owners, tenants and channel partners, in the '416' telephone exchange area, to apply for electricity conservation retrofit and assessment incentives. Currently most businesses are in...... Click here to read this release
Toronto residents send Hot Spots to OneToronto
Published Tue, 21 Jul 2009 12:45:33 EST Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TORONTO RESIDENTS SEND HOTSPOTS TO ONETORONTO.CA Toronto, July 21 - Volunteers with OneToronto.ca were out again various neighbourhoods to clean up dozens of so called "hot spots" around the city. George Smitherman, MPP for Toronto Centre, joined residents in clean ups at Carlton Street east of Church Street, Yonge Street north of Bloor Street, and the Queen Street and Sherbourne Street intersection. Community members and staff with Toronto East General ...... Click here to read this release
Explore the Jewels of Pelee Island with Ontario Nature
Published Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:53:31 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: News Editors The Jewels of Pelee Island Hone your insect identification skills with Ontario Nature Join Ontario Nature conservation staff and invertebrate expert, Bob Bowles, as they conduct an inventory of Pelee Island’s extraordinary butterflies and dragonflies. The group will also explore the Stone Road Alvar Conservation Area and its unique assortment of flora and fauna, and visit the Pelee Island Heritage Centre. It is sure to be anot...... Click here to read this release
Thunder Bay hosts 2nd annual Darryl “Penasi” Fox Memorial Golf Classic
Published Mon, 20 Jul 2009 11:13:43 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: News, Assignment Reporters and Editors Thunder Bay hosts 2nd annual Darryl “Penasi” Fox Memorial Golf Classic Deputy Premier and Ontario Minister of Energy and Infrastructure George Smitherman to attend weekend tournament (Thunder Bay, Ontario) Join family, friends, members of the community, and provincial politicians at the Whitewater Golf Club on Thursday, July 30, 2009. The event provides a day full of outdoor fun, with proceeds go...... Click here to read this release
Keep Toronto Beautiful
Published Fri, 17 Jul 2009 09:26:17 EST Read More
Media Advisory/Photo Opportunity Keep Toronto Beautiful Toronto - Torontonians will be out in force on Saturday, July 18th in a volunteer effort to keep Toronto beautiful. Residents will be out in their communities at hot spots across the city, and have connected through the OneToronto.ca initiative, a grassroots movement of Toronto residents who are showing pride in their city through positive action. The media are being advised of the following six opportunities to see ...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Smog, smog alerts and human health
Published Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:42:49 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe is cited as the author. She can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. Smog, smog alerts and human health Health effects of smog How big a health issue is smog...... Click here to read this release
Canada Goose Resource Centres reduce waste and give back to Northern communities
Published Tue, 14 Jul 2009 10:31:46 EST Read More
Canada Goose Resource Centres reduce waste and give back to Northern communities Canada Goose Inc, a Canadian extreme outerwear company, has recently put in place an initiative to furnish Arctic residents with fabrics and accessories they can use to manufacture winter clothing. This project diverts the manufacturer’s high quality surplus materials to populations that have traditionally made parkas from scarce leftover fabrics. To distribute these materials to remote populations, ...... Click here to read this release
What to do when cyclists get hit with HST
Published Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:23:17 EST Read More
What to do when cyclists get hit with HST Cycling advocates celebrated when Ontario introduced a retail sales tax exemption for bikes. They celebrated again when the exemption was extended until December 31, 2010. Now the province has announced that it will adopt a harmonized sales tax (HST), and the fate of this exemption is unclear. One possibility is that Ontario will begin taxing bikes and related safety equipment in 2010 as planned. In that case, the Bicycle Trade Associat...... Click here to read this release
World Wind Energy Award 2009 goes to George Smitherman, Energy Minister of Ontario
Published Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:57:09 EST Read More
World Wind Energy Award 2009 goes to George Smitherman, Energy Minister of Ontario Toronto/Jeju/Bonn (WWEA/OSEA/GEAA) - The World Wind Energy Association (WWEA), Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) and its partners in the Green Energy Act Alliance (GEAA) congratulate Hon. George Smitherman on receiving the World Wind Energy Award 2009. On the occasion of the 8th World Wind Energy Conference 2009 on Jeju island, Korea, the Board of the World Wind Energy Association (WWEA) has...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity: What to do once the Harmonized Sales Tax hits bikes
Published Wed, 24 Jun 2009 15:43:37 EST Read More
INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITY What to do once the Harmonized Sales Tax hits bikes The Ontario Government introduced a Retail Sales Tax exemption for Bicycles and Related Safety Equipment ("PST exemption on bicycles") in November of 2007. This relief was to have expired on November 30th 2008 but was extended in the 2008 provincial budget. In announcing its commitment to HST, the Ontario Government indicated that there is no possibility of continued sales tax relief on bicycles - reli...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto CDM Program helps city keep cool and save money
Published Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:24:51 EST Read More
Media Release Beat the heat with BOMA Toronto's CDM Program Electricity demand and management program keeps cool and saves cost (Toronto, June 24, 2009) Today, electricity use is expected to hit its highest level in 2009, as temperatures hit 29oC. Today peak electricity use is projected to be 21,945 MW (5:00pm EDT) in Ontario compared to approximately 21,000 MW yesterday. Peak electricity, has become a significant issue in the province, particularly in the downt...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights magazine evaluate Teacher Education programs for first time
Published Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:06:41 EST Read More
Attention: News/Business/Education Reporters and Assignment Editors Corporate Knights releases 2009 Knight School Survey Teacher Education programs evaluated for first time (Toronto, Canada, June 24, 2009) Today, Corporate Knights Magazine unveils the sixth-annual Knight Schools ranking. The ranking analyzes how Canadian universities fare in integrating sustainability into the school experience. This year marks the first time Corporate Knights has evaluated Teacher E...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights releases list of leading sustainable policy schools
Published Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:03:26 EST Read More
Attention: News/Business/Education Reporters and Assignment Editors Corporate Knights releases 2009 Knight School Survey Carleton University leads policy schools (Toronto, Canada, June 24, 2009) Today, Corporate Knights Magazine unveils the sixth-annual Knight Schools ranking. The ranking analyzes how Canadian universities fare in integrating sustainability into the school experience. In reviewing public policy and public administration programs, the researchers adop...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights magazine releases list of sustainable law schools
Published Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:01:31 EST Read More
Attention: News/Business/Education Reporters and Assignment Editors Corporate Knights releases 2009 Knight School Survey University of Toronto leads list of law schools (Toronto, Canada, June 24, 2009) Today, Corporate Knights Magazine unveils the sixth-annual Knight Schools ranking. The ranking analyzes how Canadian universities fare in integrating sustainability into the school experience. In reviewing law programs, the researchers adopted a broad definition of sus...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights magazine examines industrial design programs for the first time
Published Wed, 24 Jun 2009 09:59:31 EST Read More
Attention: News/Business/Education Reporters and Assignment Editors Corporate Knights releases 2009 Knight School Survey Magazine examines industrial design programs for the first time (Toronto, Canada, June 24, 2009) Today, Corporate Knights Magazine unveils the sixth-annual Knight Schools ranking. The ranking analyzes how Canadian universities and colleges fare in integrating sustainability into the school experience. This is the first time Corporate Knights has eva...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights releases 2009 Knight School Survey
Published Wed, 24 Jun 2009 09:57:19 EST Read More
Attention: News/Business/Education Reporters and Assignment Editors Corporate Knights releases 2009 Knight School Survey Schulich School of Business tops MBA list again (Toronto, Canada, June 24, 2009) Today, Corporate Knights Magazine unveils the sixth-annual Knight Schools ranking. The ranking analyzes how Canadian universities fare in integrating sustainability into the school experience. In reviewing MBA and undergraduate Business programs, the researchers adopte...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Play it cool and save big this summer with some simple tips to reduce your energy use
Published Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:17:17 EST Read More
Play it cool and save big this summer with some simple tips to reduce your energy use With many Ontarians looking forward to another hot summer at the cottage relaxing by the lake, GreenSaver wants to remind homeowners that summer time doesn't mean you should take a holiday from energy conservation. Before departing, there are a number of things you can do to make your home 'energy secure' and ensure you avoid large energy bills. Every summer, Ontarians use record amounts of energy ...... Click here to read this release
Hydro One Tops Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada list for 2009
Published Mon, 22 Jun 2009 08:48:24 EST Read More
Attention: News/Business Reporters and Assignment Editors Hydro One Tops Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada list for 2009 New in 2009: Top Foreign Corporate Citizens in Canada (Toronto, Ontario, June 22, 2009) Corporate Knights has released the 8th Annual Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada, the definitive annual list of Canada's top corporate citizens. Citizenship indicators include pension fund quality, board and C-suite diversity, CEO-pay fairness, and tax doll...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights to release Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada 2009 on June 22
Published Fri, 19 Jun 2009 13:26:08 EST Read More
Attention:News/Business Reporters and Assignment Editors Corporate Knights to release Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada 2009 on June 22 New in 2009: Top Foreign Corporate Citizens in Canada (Toronto, Ontario, June 19, 2009) Corporate Knights will release the 8th Annual Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada, the definitive annual list of Canada’s top corporate citizens, on Monday, June 22. Citizenship indicators include pension fund quality, board and C-suite divers...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity: Government of Newfoundland and Labrador to be investigated for violation of federal PCB regulations
Published Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:13:48 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Government of Newfoundland and Labrador to be investigated for violation of federal PCB regulations Allan Williams of New Harbour, Newfoundland, is successful in using his environmental rights to request a federal investigation of alleged violations of the federal PCB regulation under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999. The circumstances that have lead to the PCB contamination of the landfill primarily result from disposal of transformer ...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Does Canada do enough to regulate toxic chemicals?
Published Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:55:35 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe is cited as the author. She can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. New law on toxics Does Canada do enough to regulate toxic chemicals? Nearly h...... Click here to read this release
Explore and learn with Ontario Nature at their Cawthra Mulock Nature Reserve
Published Mon, 15 Jun 2009 11:40:38 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Fun in the Mud! Explore and learn with Ontario Nature at their Cawthra Mulock Nature Reserve (Newmarket, Ontario) This Saturday, kids will be putting on their detective hats for a day of discovery at the Cawthra Mulock Nature Reserve. They will be exploring the reserve’s regenerated wetland to find out which native freshwater shellfish and insects make their home there. Ontario Nature s...... Click here to read this release
PacLease Makes Adding Hybrid Trucks to Fleet Easier for Canadian Springs
Published Mon, 15 Jun 2009 08:51:03 EST Read More
NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PacLease Makes Adding Hybrid Trucks to Fleet Easier for Canadian Springs Hybrid Delivers 37 Percent Improvement in Fuel Economy for Water Distributor VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 13, 2009 - When Canadian Springs wanted to adopt hybrid diesel-electric technology into its fleet of trucks, it turned to PACCAR Leasing (PacLease) to get the order filled. "Leasing hybrid trucks from PacLease took all of the worry out of adding...... Click here to read this release
Canadian Springs goes green!
Published Mon, 15 Jun 2009 08:44:46 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: News/Environment/Transportation/Community/Business Editors and Reporters Canadian Springs goes green! (June 13, 2009) Summer is heating up for thirsty Canadians across the country, and Canadian Springs is helping to quench that thirst without heating up the planet. Canadian Springs has teamed up with Inland Kenworth and PacLease to debute its first hybrid electric water at the Play On! National Street Hockey Tournament held in Vancouver and across Canada...... Click here to read this release
Hybrid electric Canadian Springs delivery trucks make their debut at Vancouver street hockey tournament
Published Fri, 12 Jun 2009 13:08:48 EST Read More
Media Advisory - Photo Opportunity Hybrid electric Canadian Springs delivery trucks make their debut delivering water to thirsty players at Vancouver street hockey tournament. What: The first Canadian Springs hybrid electric water trucks make their official debut at the Play On! National Street Hockey Tournament held in Vancouver and across Canada. When: Saturday, June 13, 2009 at 12pm (noon) sharp for a 5 minute hybrid truck presentation before a celebrit...... Click here to read this release
Thunder Bay hosts 2nd annual Darryl “Penasi” Fox Memorial Golf Classic
Published Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:53:12 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: News, Assignment Reporters and Editors Thunder Bay hosts 2nd annual Darryl “Penasi” Fox Memorial Golf Classic Deputy Premier and Ontario Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, George Smitherman to attend weekend tournament (Thunder Bay, Ontario) Join family, friends, members of the community, and provincial politicians at the Whitewater Golf Club on Thursday, July 30, 2009. The event provides a day full of outdoor fun, with proceeds g...... Click here to read this release
BC and Ontario Pick Up Their First Fair Trade Towns
Published Wed, 10 Jun 2009 11:39:35 EST Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BC and Ontario Pick Up Their First Fair Trade Towns Port Colborne, Nakusp, and Golden Join International Movement (June 10, 2009) Three Canadian communities have officially been recognized as Fair Trade Towns, joining the ranks of hundreds of towns and cities around the world including London and Copenhagen, TransFair Canada announced today. Port Colborne in Ontario, and Nakusp and Golden in British Columbia, are the first Fair Trade Towns in ...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto CDM Program announces two new energy conservation programs for commercial properties in the '416' area code
Published Tue, 9 Jun 2009 17:17:21 EST Read More
Media Release Two new programs to help reduce energy consumption for commercial building owners and tenants The BOMA Toronto CDM Program announces two new energy conservation programs for commercial properties in the '416' area code (Toronto, June 10, 2009) The Building Owners and Managers Association of (BOMA) Toronto, on behalf of the Ontario Power Authority (OPA), manages and delivers an energy conservation incentive program for buildings (office, retail, industr...... Click here to read this release
Full text of FOE's first annual Scorecard on Environmental Rights
Published Thu, 4 Jun 2009 09:55:40 EST Read More
Click on 'Download Original Release' to view the full text of FOE's first annual Scorecard on Environmental Rights....... Click here to read this release
Les Ami(e)s de la Terre Canada publient un premier Bulletin annuel des droits environnementaux
Published Thu, 4 Jun 2009 09:52:43 EST Read More
COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE Pour diffusion immédiate La majorité des provinces échouent à protéger les droits environnementaux Les Ami(e)s de la Terre Canada publient un premier Bulletin annuel des droits environnementaux (Ottawa ON, le 4 juin 2009) - À la veille de la Journée mondiale de l'environnement, Les Ami(e)s de la Terre Canada publient leur premier Bulletin annuel des droits de l'environnement reconn...... Click here to read this release
Friends of the Earth Canada releases first annual Score Card on Environmental Rights
Published Thu, 4 Jun 2009 09:48:02 EST Read More
For Immediate Release Majority of provinces fail on provision of environmental rights Friends of the Earth Canada releases first annual Score Card on Environmental Rights (Ottawa ON, June 4, 2009) - On the eve of World Environment Day, Friends of the Earth Canada releases its first annual Score Card of Environmental Rights available in law to the people of Canada. In the face of inadequate action by governments to ...... Click here to read this release
Tenth annual Smog Summit convenes in Toronto
Published Wed, 3 Jun 2009 10:00:42 EST Read More
Tenth annual Smog Summit convenes in Toronto GTA highlights progress on fight against air pollution (Toronto, June 3, 2009) Someday, Torontonians will be able to breathe fresh, clean air. That's the focus of the 10th Annual Smog Summit, hosted by the Clean Air Partnership (CAP) and the GTA Clean Air Council (GTA-CAC). For the past ten years the Summit has provided a chance for the GTA-CAC to announce their clean air and climate change actions, to raise awareness of the...... Click here to read this release
Grandfather calls on feds to investigate PCB contamination
Published Tue, 2 Jun 2009 09:57:56 EST Read More
For Immediate Release Grandfather calls on feds to investigate PCB contamination (Ottawa, ON/New Harbour, NL - June 2, 2009) - Yesterday, Mr. Allan Williams of New Harbour, NL, with the support of Friends of the Earth, applied to federal Environment Minister Jim Prentice to investigate violations of the federal PCB regulation under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 by the government of Newfoundland and Labrador, as well as others. Mr. Williams submitte...... Click here to read this release
RONA receives prestigious Ontario Nature Corporate Award
Published Mon, 1 Jun 2009 15:42:15 EST Read More
Media Release For Immediate Release RONA receives prestigious Ontario Nature Corporate Award (Southampton, Ontario, June 1, 2009) - Ontario Nature, the province's leading conservation organization, presented its prestigious Corporate Award to RONA, Canada's largest distributor and retailer of hardware, home renovation and gardening products. The Ontario Nature Corporate Award is given to a corporation that demonstrates outstanding leadership in the environmental field a...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Nature honours conservation heroes
Published Mon, 1 Jun 2009 15:27:02 EST Read More
Ontario Nature honours conservation heroes RONA, Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation, Thames Talbot Land Trust, and residents of Peterborough, Washago, Kingston and Orillia recognized for leadership in conservation and nature protection (Southampton, Ontario, June 1, 2009) - This weekend, Ontario Nature acknowledged the contributions of individuals and organizations to the protection of natural habitats through program development, education and leadership. Naturalists from a...... Click here to read this release
News release: Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation Preparing to Close after 50 million dollars of Conservation
Published Mon, 1 Jun 2009 09:57:46 EST Read More
News Release Created in 2002 to support partnerships and voluntary efforts to protect the Oak Ridges Moraine, the Foundation is preparing to close its doors in September 2010. During the eight year period, the Foundation will have generated over 50 million dollars of conservation effort by investing 15 million dollars of capital in partnerships matched by private organizations, municipalities, conservation authorities and individuals. More than 5,500 acres of high value co...... Click here to read this release
Observations on closed containment fish farm in Norway
Published Fri, 29 May 2009 13:14:32 EST Read More
Observations on closed containment fish farm in Norway (May 29, 2009) There is a closed containment Atlantic salmon fish farm operating in Norway, just a little east of Bergen. And it is little surprise the developer/operator has received little if any support from the major fish Farm Companies whom call Norway home. "It is difficult to put to words how I felt standing on an operating closed containment fish farm, watching Atlantic salmon swimming inside," says Chief Bob Chamberlin,...... Click here to read this release
Toronto Bike Summit 2009
Published Thu, 28 May 2009 13:43:40 EST Read More
Media Release - For Immediate Release Toronto Bike Summit 2009 (Toronto, May 28, 2009) On the heels of the City of Toronto's decision to redesign Jarvis Street to include bike lanes and wider sidewalks, the Toronto Coalition for Active Transportation (TCAT) and the Clean Air Partnership (CAP) are co-hosts of the 2009 Bike Summit, a one-day bicycle policy conference. The sold-out event is taking place at the downtown Novotel Toronto Centre at 45 the Esplanade and includes 14 ...... Click here to read this release
10th annual Smog Summit to be held in Toronto
Published Thu, 28 May 2009 13:36:12 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Environment/Community/Local News Editors and Reporters 10th annual Smog Summit to be held in Toronto The 10th annual Smog Summit is returning to Toronto on June 3rd, courtesy of the Clean Air Partnership (CAP) and the GTA Clean Air Council (GTA-CAC). The summit is an opportunity for the GTA-CAC to highlight it's progress on clean air and climate change actions, and to raise awareness of the negative impact air pollution has on both human health and the ...... Click here to read this release
Bicycle Trade Association of Canada applauds Toronto's bold new bike move
Published Tue, 26 May 2009 17:12:34 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Transportation/Biking/Sports/City Editors and Reporters Bicycle Trade Association of Canada applauds Toronto's bold new bike move Cyclists delighted as city approves bicycle lane on Jarvis (May 26, 2009 - Toronto) Last night, Toronto City Council approved a plan to turn part of Jarvis Street into a bike path. Cycling advocates all over the city hailed the initiative as an important step towards making Toronto a more bike-friendly city. T...... Click here to read this release
Bike Summit 2009
Published Mon, 25 May 2009 16:18:50 EST Read More
Media Advisory Bike Summit 2009 (Toronto, 2009) On Thursday, May 28th from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. the Toronto Coalition for Active Transportation and the Clean Air Partnership are hosting this second annual one-day bicycle policy conference. The Bike Summit will be held at the Novotel Toronto Centre, 45 The Esplanade in downtown Toronto. Join leading thinkers, practitioners and decision-makers who are on the fast track to creating bikeable communities. Enjoy innovative an...... Click here to read this release
Ethipedia launched as Canada's first Sustainable Business Encyclopedia
Published Mon, 25 May 2009 15:09:31 EST Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE "ethipedia.net" launched as Canada's First Sustainable Business Encyclopedia (Montreal, Monday May 25th) After a year and half of research and development, "ethipedia", the online encyclopedia of sustainable business practices, is now accessible on the Web. This reference website hosts a database of documented practices adopted by organizations seeking to incorporate greater social and environmental responsibility into their operations. With an initial s...... Click here to read this release
Two Feathers Forest Products - Open Houses in North Western Ontario
Published Thu, 21 May 2009 16:13:14 EST Read More
Media Advisory North-western Ontario Open Houses related to Two Feathers Forest Products Two Feathers Forest Products, LP (TFFP) will convene a series of six Public Open Houses starting on May 25, 2009. These sessions are an opportunity to review information on this proposed value-added forest products initiative. Stantec Consulting Ltd (Stantec), hired by TFFP, is conducting an environmental assessment, and will present information for review and comment. WHAT:...... Click here to read this release
First annual Southwestern Ontario Clean Air Summit convened in Woodstock
Published Thu, 21 May 2009 10:26:49 EST Read More
First annual Southwestern Ontario Clean Air Summit convened in Woodstock Municipalities work together for cleaner, healthier air in Southern Ontario (Woodstock, May 21, 2009) Today marks the beginning of a beautiful relationship. Municipalities from all over southwestern Ontario gathered in Woodstock for the First Annual Clean Air Summit. Hosted by the Southwestern Ontario Clean Air Council (SWO-CAC) and the Clean Air Partnership (CAP), and funded by the Ontario Minist...... Click here to read this release
KAFN urge Cermaq to embrace the spirit and intent of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Published Tue, 19 May 2009 16:23:56 EST Read More
Media Release First Nations leaders confront Norway's hypocrisy KAFN urge Cermaq to embrace the spirit and intent of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (Oslo, Norway - May 19, 2009) First Nations leaders, and Alexandra Morton from the Broughton Archipelago, are in Norway this week. The will meet with MPs in the Norwegian Parliament (Storting), representatives of the Sami people of Norway, financial analysts, scientists and Cermaq (Mainstream) sha...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity: Corporate Knights Magazine presents Doctor James Lovelock
Published Tue, 19 May 2009 10:30:17 EST Read More
Attention: News/Environment/Business Reporters and Assignment Editors Corporate Knights Magazine presents Dr. James Lovelock (Toronto, Canada, May 19, 2009) Corporate Knights Magazine presents Dr. James Lovelock, founder of the Gaia Hypothesis, Fellow of the Royal Society and author of over 200 scientific papers, in Toronto on May 26, 2009. The media is invited to interview Dr. Lovelock on May 25, 2009. Dr. Lovelock has become increasingly apocalyptic in his planetary p...... Click here to read this release
TCPLA welcomes the Green Energy Act
Published Tue, 19 May 2009 09:51:55 EST Read More
The Toronto Centre Provincial Liberal Association (TCPLA) is pleased to announce that on Thursday, May 14th 2009, the Ontario Green Energy Act (GEA) was passed into law by the Ontario legislature.. The Green Energy Act is a bold series of co-ordinated actions motivated by government’s desire to create substantial employment in a green economy and reduce Ontario’s impact on the climate. In addition to helping the province to eliminate dirty coal power by 2014, the Act positions Ontario as...... Click here to read this release
Municipalities tackle air pollution at first Southwestern Ontario Clean Air Summit
Published Fri, 15 May 2009 15:33:14 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Environment/Community/Local News Editors and Reporters Municipalities tackle air pollution at first Southwestern Ontario Clean Air Summit The Southwestern Ontario Clean Air Council (SWO-CAC) and the Clean Air Partnership (CAP) invite you to the first annual Southwestern Ontario Clean Air Summit. The summit will bring together representatives from municipalities in Ontario's southwest, as well as Southeast Michigan. Participants will help to develop SWO...... Click here to read this release
Home energy audits in new Green Energy Act a positive step towards consumer protection
Published Thu, 14 May 2009 16:44:51 EST Read More
Home energy audits in new Green Emergy Act a positive step towards consumer protection Today, the Ontario legislature passed Bill150. Better known as the Green Energy and Environment Act, Bill 150 will help protect consumer rights by mandating home energy efficiency audits at point of sale. Having this information will allow home buyers to make an educated purchasing choice. WHO: Stephen Koch, Executive Director of NAIMA Canada, is very knowledgeable about issues of energy e...... Click here to read this release
News Article: New GREEN ENERGY ACT Promises Low-Carbon Future
Published Thu, 14 May 2009 11:58:43 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and. Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. New GREEN ENERGY ACT Promises Low-Carbon...... Click here to read this release
Canadian manufacturer wins US Environmental Protection Agency Clean Air Excellence Award
Published Thu, 14 May 2009 09:04:12 EST Read More
Canadian manufacturer wins US Environmental Protection Agency Clean Air Excellence Award (Washington, May 13, 2009) The Industrial Chimney Company (ICC) of Quebec received an EPA Clean Air Excellence Award for its revolutionary wood-burning fireplace design today in Washington DC. Presented by Senator Debbie Stabenow of Michigan, The EPA Clean Air Excellence Awards celebrate programs, projects, or technologies that reduce emissions of hazardous or toxic air pollutants; are innovativ...... Click here to read this release
Top Scientists and Conservation Groups Call for Protection of Boreal Forest for Declining Bird Populations
Published Fri, 8 May 2009 09:00:38 EST Read More
Media Advisory Canada's Spring Bird Migration Now Means 'Save our Boreal Birds' Top Scientists Join Tens of Thousands from Canadian and international Conservation Groups Calling for Protection of Boreal Forest for Declining Canadian Bird Populations. Top scientists will outline the latest stunning news about why across Canada, the future of so many boreal birds is at risk. They will provide immediate and clear recommendations to turn this trend around. They will be ...... Click here to read this release
BC First Nations file Class-Action Motion to save wild salmon in the Broughton Archipelago
Published Wed, 6 May 2009 12:29:12 EST Read More
Devastation of Broughton Wild Salmon leaves British Columbia First Nations no alternative Class-Action Motion filed (Vancouver, May 6, 2009) The next step has been taken in the Kwicksutaineuk/Ah-Kwa-Mish First Nation's (KAFN) Class-Action law suit against the British Columbia Government for the devastation caused by open net-cage salmon farming in their Territories. The KAFN launched the law suit on February 4th, 2009 and today served a Motion for Certification. Bob Chamb...... Click here to read this release
Cities and Province Affirm Commitment to Restoring and Protecting the Great Lakes
Published Tue, 5 May 2009 14:06:47 EST Read More
Cities and Province Affirm Commitment to Restoring and Protecting the Great Lakes First-ever Great Lakes Summit held in Toronto May 5, 2009, Toronto - The Ontario Government and the mayors of municipalities around the Great Lakes have strengthened their commitment to coordinate efforts to restore, protect and promote the Great Lakes. Ontario mayors and provincial cabinet ministers met today for the first time to discuss shared interests and concerns about the Great Lakes a...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Mayors and Ministers to meet at first Great Lakes Summit
Published Tue, 5 May 2009 09:35:09 EST Read More
Media Advisory Ontario Mayors and Ministers to meet at first Great Lakes Summit Mayors to release 5-point Action Plan to protect Great Lakes What: Provincial-Municipal Great Lakes Summit and Release of Mayors Great Lakes Action Plan • Press Conference and Teleconference on outcomes from the Great Lakes Summit and details of the Mayors' Great Lakes Action Plan • Media participating via teleconference should dial in at 2:15 pm at 1- 866 939 3921 or 1-678 302 3550...... Click here to read this release
Send your kids to Camp Manitou on the Bay of Islands this summer!
Published Tue, 5 May 2009 09:11:49 EST Read More
Still trying to decide what your children will be doing this summer? Consider Camp Manitou on the Bay of Islands! Camp Manitou has bunks still available for boys and girls this summer (Whitefish Falls, Ontario, May 5, 2009) Camp Manitou has provided summertime memories for children since the 1920's. It is a traditional summer camp located south west of Sudbury, run by the Anglican Church. Camp Manitou is a non profit venture and fees are a reasonable and all inclusive $...... Click here to read this release
News Article: How to get the most out of your new bike
Published Thu, 30 Apr 2009 16:09:55 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from Janet O'Connell, Executive Director of the Bicycle Trade Association of Canada (BTAC). It is available for publishing at no charge, provided Ms. O'Connell is cited as the author. She may be reached at 905-853-5031. Gear up for spring! How to get the most out of your new bike Spring is upon us, and so is another cycling season. For many people, this will mean purchasing a new bike. The first thing you need to do is talk...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Help your child get the most out of this biking season
Published Thu, 30 Apr 2009 16:05:19 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from Janet O'Connell, Executive Director of the Bicycle Trade Association of Canada (BTAC). It is available for publishing at no charge, provided Ms. O'Connell is cited as the author. She may be reached at 905-853-5031. Ticket to Ride Help your child get the most out of this biking season Bike riding is an iconic childhood activity. We associate it with youth, freedom and the first giddy thrill of independence. With s...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Long-distance travellers - migratory birds defy the odds
Published Tue, 28 Apr 2009 15:08:43 EST Read More
Long-distance travellers: migratory birds defy the odds By: Gregor Beck This article is available for publishing at no charge, provided that Mr. Beck is cited as the author. High resolution images are available. Biologists, like scientists and statisticians of any stripe, spend much of their time looking for averages to provide compelling information and irrefutable proof about what's going on in the environment around us. We gather piles of data and base our conclusions on ...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity: GreenSaver’s Affordable Solar Solution on display at Toronto’s Green Living Show
Published Fri, 24 Apr 2009 10:20:49 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity GreenSaver’s Affordable Solar Solution on display at Toronto’s Green Living Show WHO: Vladan Veljovic, President and CEO of GreenSaver. GreenSaver will be exhibiting its new solar hot water system at the Green Living Show in Toronto. Drop by GreenSaver’s informative and fully staffed display to find out how this technology can help you save money while reducing your energy consumption. The Green Living Show takes place at the Direct Energ...... Click here to read this release
New poll shows Ontario’s Green Energy Act (Bill 150) is on the right track with home energy efficiency measurement
Published Thu, 23 Apr 2009 14:20:59 EST Read More
Media Release New poll shows Ontario’s Green Energy Act (Bill 150) is on the right track with home energy efficiency measurement A majority of Ontarians support mandatory home energy efficiency labeling and expect it to be common across North America soon says poll done this week (Toronto, April 23, 2009) The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) and NAIMA Canada (North American Insulation Manufacturers Association) today, released public opinion polling focu...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights magazine releases Canada's first Green Provincial Report Card
Published Wed, 22 Apr 2009 09:27:52 EST Read More
Attention: News/National/Business Reporters and Assignment Editors Canada's First Green Provincial Report Card BC claims title as Greenest Province; Ontario is #2; Nunavut is #3; PEI pulls up the rear; Alberta edges out Quebec (Toronto, Canada, April 22, 2009) Corporate Knights released the first comprehensive environmental report card today for all of Canada's provinces and territories. The Green Provincial Report Card, which considered environmental performance ...... Click here to read this release
How Ontario consumers benefit from home energy audits proposed in Green Energy Act
Published Mon, 20 Apr 2009 13:12:46 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity – Home Energy Audits The benefits to Ontario consumers of the proposed home energy audits in the Green Energy Act (Bill 150) currently before the Ontario Legislature Who: Stephen Koch, Executive Director of NAIMA Canada, representing a majority of fiber insulation manufacturers in Canada What: Mr. Koch can provide commentary on: • How the proposed home energy audits will benefit both home sellers and buyers • The benefits of a manda...... Click here to read this release
The Brewers Plate Celebrates Local, Sustainable Food and Farming
Published Wed, 1 Apr 2009 12:22:19 EST Read More
The Brewers Plate Celebrates Local, Sustainable Food and Farming Craft brewers and local chefs offer up a sustainable spring feast Toronto, ON, April 1, 2009 – After our long northern winter it might seem impossible to eat a gourmet meal that was prepared with local, sustainable ingredients. However, on Friday April 17th, at the University of Toronto’s Hart House, the second annual Brewers Plate will prove this notion wrong with an event that pairs locally made beers wi...... Click here to read this release
Deputy Premier to speak at Energy and Environment Forum
Published Mon, 30 Mar 2009 17:45:51 EST Read More
Media Advisory Deputy Premier to speak at Energy and Environment Forum Minister of Energy and Infrastructure to address what the Green Energy Act means to building owners and managers Deputy Premier, and Minster of Energy and Infrastructure, George Smitherman will discuss the recently tabled Green Energy Act tomorrow morning. Minister Smitherman is scheduled to speak from 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM at the Energy and Environment Forum, an annual event sponsored by the Bui...... Click here to read this release
Climate Action Now joins the GreenSaver family to bring Energy Assessments to St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, Welland, Grimsby
Published Mon, 30 Mar 2009 09:30:19 EST Read More
Media Release Climate Action Now joins the GreenSaver family to bring Energy Assessments to St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, Welland, Grimsby (St. Catharines, March 29, 2009) It just got easier to get home energy assessment done in the Niagara Region. GreenSaver, the largest non-profit home energy audit organization dedicated to environmental energy efficiency in Ontario, has added Climate Action Now to their family. "Climate Action Now sees cooperation with GreenSaver as wi...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Canada powers down for Earth Hour
Published Fri, 27 Mar 2009 16:56:04 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Community/Energy/Environment/News Reporters and Editors BOMA Canada powers down for Earth Hour (Saturday, March 28, 2009) BOMA members all over Canada will participate in the second annual Earth Hour by turning off their lights between 8:30 and 9:30 pm this evening. "BOMA is proud that so many of our members are participating in this great event," said Diana Osler-Zortea, President of BOMA Canada. "This is such a great way to demonstrate how a little thing, ...... Click here to read this release
Letter demanding Fisheries Act be applied to salmon farms attracts 9,000 signatures in one month
Published Fri, 27 Mar 2009 09:57:00 EST Read More
British Columbia Fisheries critic, NDP MLA Robin Austin tables Letter addressed to Federal Minister of Fisheries and Premier Campbell demanding Fisheries Act be applied to salmon "farms" Letter written by biologist Alexandra Morton, signed by 9,758 citizens in less than one month (March 26, 2009, Victoria, B.C.) Robin Austin MLA for Skeena and Opposition Critic for Fisheries "tabled" a letter today in the Legislature calling on the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans Canada the ...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto Dims Lights for Earth Hour
Published Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:20:42 EST Read More
BOMA Dims Lights for Earth Hour (March 26, 2009) Saturday, March 28th, marks the third annual Earth Hour. For 60 minutes, buildings all over Canada will dim their lights to show support for the need to conserve energy. This year the Building Owners and Managers Association is a proud local sponsor of Earth Hour in Ontario through the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Canada. It is anticipated that a significant number of its members will participate in the Earth Hour event and ancillary ac...... Click here to read this release
BlueZone Technologies Globe and Mail feature
Published Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:19:17 EST Read More
Click 'Download Original Release' to view the Globe and Mail feature on BlueZone Technologies, which appeared on Monday, March 23, 2009....... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity: Ontario health care and technology breakthrough
Published Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:16:26 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Ontario health care and technology breakthrough Ontario technology developed to capture routinely vented operating room anesthetics, which are potent greenhouse gases Dusanka Filipovic, founder of Blue-Zone, is available to respond to questions about the new Deltasorb® technology and its successful trials in Ontario hospitals Ms. Filipovic can speak on the following points: • Blue-Zone's patented Deltasorb® system for capturing ane...... Click here to read this release
GreenSaver and Climate Action Now team up for energy efficiency
Published Wed, 25 Mar 2009 09:19:16 EST Read More
Photo and Interview Opportunity GreenSaver and Climate Action Now team up for energy efficiency GreenSaver, the largest non-profit organization in Ontario dedicated to environmental energy efficiency, has partnered with Climate Action Now (CAN) to offer energy assessments and advice to homeowners in the St. Catharines/Niagara/Hamilton corridor. Details of the partnership will be released at CAN’s second annual EcoFest Niagara at the end of this month. WHAT: ...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Canada compares skylines of three Canadian cities - photos from ten years ago and today
Published Wed, 25 Mar 2009 09:10:21 EST Read More
Winnipeg, Halifax & Montreal Media Opportunity with Visuals Earth Hour (March 28th) related Lights burning into the night in high-rise office towers annoy many people - but why are the lights on and what efforts to reduce energy use are being made in these structures? BOMA Canada has collected three pairs of photographs of Canadian cities (Halifax, Montreal and Winnipeg) showing easily comparable views of the night skyline roughly ten years ago and today. Desp...... Click here to read this release
Trees Ontario will plant 8540 trees thanks to Mirage
Published Wed, 18 Mar 2009 13:56:08 EST Read More
Press Release For Immediate Release Trees Ontario will plant 8540 trees thanks to Mirage and participating Ontario dealers' contribution Saint-Georges, March 18, 2009 - From November 1st to 30th, Boa-Franc, the manufacturer of Mirage superior quality prefinished hardwood flooring, and its participating Ontario Mirage dealers supported a good cause by partnering up with Trees Ontario. From the sale of Mirage flooring during this period, Boa-Franc and its participating dealers colle...... Click here to read this release
Community Power Fund approves grants for six new community projects
Published Tue, 17 Mar 2009 09:38:46 EST Read More
Communities in Waterloo Region, Peterborough County, Nipissing, Greater Toronto Area and Northwestern Ontario forge ahead with renewable energy project development Communities in Waterloo Region, Peterborough County, Nipissing, Greater Toronto Area and Northwestern Ontario forge ahead with renewable energy project development (Toronto, Ontario) The Community Power Fund announced the approval of six new grants to communities across Ontario. The projects represent a diverse g...... Click here to read this release
Regulating Noise - When it is not music to the ears
Published Mon, 16 Mar 2009 15:15:48 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Ms. Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. Regulating Noise - When it is not music to th...... Click here to read this release
ONTARIO UNVEILS NORTH AMERICA’S FIRST FEED-IN TARIFF
Published Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:41:20 EST Read More
ONTARIO UNVEILS NORTH AMERICA’S FIRST FEED-IN TARIFF Price Guarantees for Large and Small Renewable Energy Projects will Create Jobs (March 12, 2009) Ontario is poised to introduce new electricity pricing to encourage the development of renewable energy from a diverse range of producers including homeowners, community-based groups and larger scale commercial generators. As North America’s first guaranteed pricing structure – called a feed-in tariff (FIT) – for vari...... Click here to read this release
OPA, ENERGY MINISTER TO UNVEIL NEXT STEPS FOR FEED-IN TARIFF
Published Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:26:46 EST Read More
Media Advisory For Immediate Release OPA, ENERGY MINISTER TO UNVEIL NEXT STEPS FOR FEED-IN TARIFF George Smitherman, Deputy Premier and Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, and Colin Andersen, CEO, Ontario Power Authority, will discuss details of the proposed feed-in tariff program for renewable energy projects contemplated under the Green Energy Act. When: Thursday, March 12, 2009 Time: 1:15 p.m. Where: Ontario Power Authority, 1...... Click here to read this release
Turning the spotlight on light emitting diodes at LEDiscovery 2009
Published Mon, 9 Mar 2009 15:45:09 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: News, Business and Technology Editors Turning the spotlight on light emitting diodes (LED) LEDiscovery 2009 offers networking and educational opportunities For the second year, greenTbiz will be hosting LEDiscovery. This two-day event offers professionals and the public an opportunity to learn about LED (light-emitting diode) lighting and to promote market acceptance of this promising technology. Used in general lighting, LEDs can reduce ...... Click here to read this release
Time to change your furnace filter
Published Sun, 8 Mar 2009 14:55:45 EST Read More
Time to change your furnace filter A new filter will improve comfort, generate savings, and ensure your furnace fan has a longer life A new filter will mean improved indoor air quality and savings on your heating bill. Daylight Savings is a perfect time to remind Canadians to change their furnace filter. Vladan M. Veljovic, President & CEO of GreenSaver, a leader in home energy assessments, offers a simple step-by-step guide on how to check and change a furnace filter. ...... Click here to read this release
Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Eganville
Published Thu, 5 Mar 2009 14:10:56 EST Read More
Ontarians Eager to Help Find Homes for Tree Seedlings Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Eganville to learn about incentives in place to help reach tree planting goals Eganville, ON - March 5, 2009 - Ontarians are enthusiastically stepping up to help the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources meet its 2009 goal to plant 50 million trees by 2020 - the largest single commitment to the United Nations Billion Tree Program. Last night, fifty local landowners attended a...... Click here to read this release
Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Strathroy
Published Wed, 4 Mar 2009 13:36:28 EST Read More
Ontarians Eager to Help Find Homes for Tree Seedlings Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Strathroy to learn about incentives in place to help reach tree planting goals Strathroy, ON - March 4, 2009 - Ontarians are enthusiastically stepping up to help the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources meet its 2009 goal to plant 50 million trees by 2020 - the largest single commitment to the United Nations Billion Tree Program. Last night, over twenty local landowners atte...... Click here to read this release
Green Energy Act discussed at Markdale Event
Published Wed, 4 Mar 2009 10:31:41 EST Read More
Media Release Green Energy Act the Solution to Environmental and Economic Crises is theme of Markdale Meeting (Markdale ON., March 4, 2009)- Citizens from Markdale and surrounding areas attended a public meeting at the Markdale Community Centre last night, organized by the Ontario Federation of Agriculture and the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA). A presentation was made outlining what the Green Energy Act Alliance recommends be included in the Green Energy Act, ...... Click here to read this release
Ontario must show courage in defending species at risk, urges Environmental Commissioner
Published Mon, 2 Mar 2009 09:43:23 EST Read More
For Immediate Release Ontario must show courage in defending species at risk, urges Environmental Commissioner (March 2, 2009, Toronto) – The fate of Ontario’s 183 species at risk depends on the courage of the Ontario Government in making their protection a priority. This is one conclusion found in a Special Report released by Gord Miller, the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario (ECO), and tabled before the Ontario Legislature today. “The Endangered Species Act, 20...... Click here to read this release
Green Energy Act discussed in Manitoulin Island Event
Published Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:54:09 EST Read More
Media Release Green Energy Act the Solution to Environmental and Economic Crises is theme of Manitoulin Island Workshop (M’Chigeeng ON., Feb 25, 2009)- Citizens from Manitoulin Island and surrounding areas attended a workshop at the M’Chigeeng First Nation Community Complex today, organized by the M’Chigeeng First Nation and the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA). A presentation was made outlining what the Green Energy Act Alliance recommends be included in t...... Click here to read this release
Caledon event to discuss Green Energy Act
Published Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:48:43 EST Read More
Media Advisory Caledon event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontario’s green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario residents to become power generators is being proposed by an alliance of agricultural, labour, industr...... Click here to read this release
Markdale event to discuss Green Energy Act
Published Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:10:46 EST Read More
Media Advisory Markdale event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontario’s green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario residents to become power generators is being proposed by an alliance of agricultural, labour, indust...... Click here to read this release
Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Oro
Published Fri, 27 Feb 2009 14:08:44 EST Read More
Ontarians Eager to Help Find Homes for Tree Seedlings Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Oro to learn about incentives in place to help reach tree planting goals Oro, ON - February 27, 2009 - Ontarians are enthusiastically stepping up to help the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources meet its 2009 goal to plant 50 million trees by 2020 - the largest single commitment to the United Nations Billion Tree Program. Last night, over fifty local landowners attended a co...... Click here to read this release
Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Orangeville
Published Thu, 26 Feb 2009 10:08:35 EST Read More
Ontarians Eager to Help Find Homes for Tree Seedlings Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Orangeville to learn about incentives in place to help reach tree planting goals Orangeville, ON - February 26, 2009 - Ontarians are enthusiastically stepping up to help the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources meet its 2009 goal to plant 50 million trees by 2020 - the largest single commitment to the United Nations Billion Tree Program. Last night, seventy local landowners ...... Click here to read this release
Kwicksutaineuk/Ah-Kwa-Mish First Nations feedback on the Pacific Salmon Forum report
Published Wed, 25 Feb 2009 15:34:50 EST Read More
BC Pacific Salmon Forum Attention: John Fraser, Chair info@pacificsalmonforum.ca February 23rd, 2009 Kwicksutaineuk/Ah-Kwa-Mish First Nations feedback on the Pacific Salmon Forum report I provide my feedback to the Pacific Salmon Forum's (PSF) report as chief of the Kwicksutaineuk/Ah-Kwa-Mish First Nation (KAFN) whose Territories encompass the Broughton Archipelago. We applaud the diligence of the Forum in assessing the impacts of open net-cage salmon farms and in striving f...... Click here to read this release
Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Newmarket
Published Wed, 25 Feb 2009 15:12:47 EST Read More
Ontarians Eager to Help Find Homes for Tree Seedlings Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Newmarket to learn about incentives in place to help reach tree planting goals Newmarket, ON - February 25, 2009 – Ontarians are enthusiastically stepping up to help the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources meet its 2009 goal to plant 50 million trees by 2020 – the largest single commitment to the United Nations Billion Tree Program. Last night, over fifty local landowne...... Click here to read this release
Ottawa River Institute welcomes Green Energy Act
Published Wed, 25 Feb 2009 10:13:25 EST Read More
Media Release Ottawa River Institute welcomes Green Energy Act (Griffith, Feb 25, 2009) The Ottawa River Institute with its mission to foster sustainable communities and ecological integrity, welcomes the introduction of the Green Energy Act by the Ontario government. "We are particularly pleased that government acknowledges the great contribution to be made by small power producers who generate clean energy in their widely dispersed communities throughout the province," s...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - GreenSaver comments on energy audits and your home
Published Tue, 24 Feb 2009 16:18:52 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Energy audits and your home WHO: Vladan Veljovic, President and CEO of GreenSaver. GreenSaver is Ontario\'s only independent non-profit corporation dedicated to environmental energy efficiency. GreenSaver performs energy and electricity assessments, as well as providing specialized services for air sealing, draft proofing, insulation, plus solar hot water audits and installations. WHAT: Mr. Veljovic will be available to speak on the follow...... Click here to read this release
GreenSaver applauds Canada's first Green Energy Act
Published Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:34:26 EST Read More
Media Release GreenSaver applauds Canada's first Green Energy Act (Toronto, ON, February 23, 2009) Today, the province of Ontario tabled legislation that will focus on renewable energy, energy conservation and creating a new, green economy. Premier McGuinty's Green Energy Act manages to address some very important issues. If passed, the legislation will streamline the environmental assessment process for renewable energy projects, ensuring that local by-laws do not stan...... Click here to read this release
NAIMA hails Green Energy Act as an important step towards a green economy
Published Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:10:45 EST Read More
Media Release Ontario government unveils Canada's first Green Energy Act NAIMA hails legislation as an important step towards a green economy (Toronto, ON, February 23, 2009) Today, the province of Ontario tabled its first Green Energy Act. The legislation is aimed at building renewable energy, encouraging energy conservation and creating green jobs in Ontario. The Act will invest in a green economy and create an estimated 50,000 jobs over the next three years. O...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Re-invents the meaning of Energy Efficiency
Published Mon, 23 Feb 2009 15:12:52 EST Read More
Ontario Re-invents the meaning of Energy Efficiency (February 23, 2009 – Toronto) “Today’s introduction of a Green Energy Act is about to launch Ontario into a leadership position in the race to be the most Energy Efficient economy in Canada. Perhaps the world,” said Ken Elsey, President of the Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA). When George Smitherman accepted the challenge as Minister of Energy and Infrastructure he knew there would be challenges – but before...... Click here to read this release
Manitoulin Island event to discuss proposed Green Energy Act
Published Tue, 17 Feb 2009 10:00:09 EST Read More
Media Advisory Manitoulin Island event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontario's green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario residents to become power generators is being proposed by an alliance of agricultural, labour,...... Click here to read this release
Sault Ste Marie event to discuss proposed Green Energy Act
Published Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:46:05 EST Read More
Media Advisory Sault Ste. Marie event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontario\'s green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario residents to become power generators is being proposed by an alliance of agricultural, labour,...... Click here to read this release
Walkerton event to discuss proposed Green Energy Act
Published Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:38:26 EST Read More
Media Advisory Walkerton event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontario's green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario residents to become power generators is being proposed by an alliance of agricultural, labour, industrial and...... Click here to read this release
Nanomaterials - Tiny particles, big risks?
Published Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:33:57 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Ms. Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. Nanomaterials - Tiny particles, big risks? By...... Click here to read this release
CRS Electronics achieves record performance for LED MR16 replacement lamps
Published Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:28:58 EST Read More
CRS Electronics achieves record performance for LED MR16 replacement lamps (Welland, Ontario, February 17, 2009) CRS Electronics, a world leader in Light Emitting Diode (LED) MR16 halogen replacement lamps, has achieved another significant breakthrough in performance. The company has received confirmation from LTL Testing Laboratory Inc., a US Department of Energy CALiPER qualified facility, that their newest model LED MR16 product achieved a temperature stabilized light output o...... Click here to read this release
Green Energy Act the Solution to Environmental and Economic Crises is theme of North Bay Meeting
Published Mon, 16 Feb 2009 11:25:02 EST Read More
Media Release Green Energy Act the Solution to Environmental and Economic Crises is theme of North Bay Meeting (North Bay ON., Feb 14, 2009)- Citizens from North Bay and surrounding area attended a workshop at Nipissing University today (February 14), organized by the Innovation Initiatives Ontario North (IION) and the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA). The presentation was a preview of what these organizations anticipated seeing in the Green Energy Act, which Pre...... Click here to read this release
Growing and Eating For Nourishment: Organic Food and Lifestyle Conference
Published Thu, 12 Feb 2009 12:55:08 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention News/Event Calendar/Environment/Food & Lifestyles Reporters and Editors Growing and Eating For Nourishment:Nourishing the Future Join Canadian Organic Growers as we explore the emerging science behind organic growing and food. Also, hear farmers, researchers, organic certifiers, restaurateurs, retailers, local food security advocates and others discuss whether or not organic agriculture and food is nourishing us body, mind, spirit and environment. ...... Click here to read this release
Green Energy Act discussed at Renfrew County meeting
Published Wed, 11 Feb 2009 10:21:23 EST Read More
Media Release Green Energy Act the Solution to Environmental and Economic Crisis is theme of Renfrew County Meeting (Cobden ON., Feb 11, 2009)- Citizens from Renfrew County and surrounding areas attended a meeting at the Whitewater Region Memorial Township Hall last night (February 10) organized by the Ottawa River Institute and the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA). The presentation was a preview of what these organizations anticipated seeing in the Green Energy ...... Click here to read this release
Sarnia event to discuss Green Energy Act
Published Tue, 10 Feb 2009 16:17:08 EST Read More
Media Advisory Sarnia event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontario’s green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario residents to become power generators is being proposed by an alliance of agricultural, labour, industri...... Click here to read this release
North Bay event to discuss proposed Green Energy Act
Published Tue, 10 Feb 2009 09:11:19 EST Read More
Media Advisory North Bay event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontario's green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario residents to become power generators is being proposed by an alliance of agricultural, labour, industr...... Click here to read this release
Salmon Fish Farm Case - BC Supreme Court decision on Alexandra Morton et al vs AG British Columbia and Marine Harvest Canada
Published Mon, 9 Feb 2009 17:48:13 EST Read More
To view the complete text of the BC Supreme Court decision on Alexandra Morton et al vs AG British Columbia and Marine Harvest Canada, click on Download Original Release. ...... Click here to read this release
One for the wild salmon - BC Supreme Court delivers ruling in fish farming case
Published Mon, 9 Feb 2009 16:27:07 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Wildlife/Environment/Legal/Political/News Reporters and Editors ONE FOR THE WILD SALMON! Vancouver, B.C., February 9, 2009 - Today BC Supreme Court ruled that the BC government does not have the right to regulate salmon farms - the BC regulation of fish farms has become unlawful, unconstitutional and invalid. The fish inside the farm are now considered a fishery, not agriculture and thus the federal government has exclusive right to regulation. The court...... Click here to read this release
British Columbia Wilderness Tourism Association applauds BC First Nation for going to court over salmon farming
Published Wed, 4 Feb 2009 14:23:27 EST Read More
Media Release British Columbia Wilderness Tourism Association applauds actions of the Broughton Archipelago First Nation (Kwicksutaineuk/Ah-Kwa-Mish - KAFN) for going to Court over impacts of open-net farm farms on wild salmon and shellfish (February 4, 2009 Campbell River, BC) News that the KAFN had filed a Class Action Law Suit related to the relationship between open-net salmon farming and declining wild salmon populations was greeted positively by Brian Gunn, President o...... Click here to read this release
BC First Nation launches Class-Action lawsuit against provincial government to address impacts of salmon farming
Published Wed, 4 Feb 2009 14:16:17 EST Read More
Media Release Class-Action LawSuit launched by Kwicksutaineuk/Ah-Kwa-Mish against the British Columbia Government to address the impacts of aquaculture on wild salmon in their territory (Vancouver, February 4, 2009) Today, representatives of the Kwicksutaineuk/Ah-Kwa-Mish (kwik wasoo tea noox & ha kwa meesh) First Nation (KAFN) gathered at the Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs' office to launch a Class-Action law suit involving B.C. Government's regulation of open net-cage ...... Click here to read this release
BC First Nations to release details of class action law suit adressing impacts of wild salmon farms
Published Tue, 3 Feb 2009 14:53:43 EST Read More
Media Advisory Class-Action Law Suit to be launched by the Kwicksutaineuk/Ah-Kwa-Mish against the British Columbia Government to address the impacts of salmon farms on wild salmon in their territory What: Kwicksutaineuk/Ah-Kwa-Mish (kwik wasoo tea noox & ha kwa meesh) First Nation (KAFN) will release details of a Class-Action Law Suit responding to the harm done to wild salmon in their territory by open net - cage salmon farms authorized by the British Columbia Government....... Click here to read this release
BC First Nations to launch class action law suit addressing impacts of aquaculture on wild salmon
Published Mon, 2 Feb 2009 17:11:50 EST Read More
Media Advisory Class-Action Law Suit to be launched by the Kwicksutaineuk/Ah-Kwa-Mish against the British Columbia Government to address the impacts of salmon farms on wild salmon in their territory What: Kwicksutaineuk/Ah-Kwa-Mish (kwik wasoo tea noox & ha kwa meesh) First Nation (KAFN) will release details of a Class-Action Law Suit responding to the harm done to wild salmon in their territory by open net – pen salmon farms authorized by the British Columbia Government...... Click here to read this release
Cobden Event to discuss Green Energy Act
Published Mon, 2 Feb 2009 09:38:30 EST Read More
Media Advisory Cobden event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontario’s green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario residents to become power generators is being proposed by an alliance of agricultural, labour, industri...... Click here to read this release
Tree seedlings urgently need new homes - free tree planting workshop in Brockville
Published Thu, 29 Jan 2009 13:19:45 EST Read More
Media Advisory - For Immediate Release Attention Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Tree Seedlings Urgently Need New Homes Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources puts out call to action to Brockville residents - hosting free tree planting workshop to help reach provincial goals Brockville - The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Trees Ontario, along with its partners, the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA), the Cataraqui Region Conservation Au...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights Magazine announces Canada’s most sustainable cities
Published Thu, 29 Jan 2009 09:35:56 EST Read More
Attention: News/National/Business Reporters and Assignment Editors Corporate Knights Magazine announces Canada’s most sustainable cities (Toronto, Canada, January 29, 2009) Today, Corporate Knights Magazine unveiled the third-annual Corporate Knights Most Sustainable Cities in Canada list. The comprehensive ranking identifies Canadian cities whose practices leave the smallest environmental footprint possible and create a healthy, thriving population. The top cities in ...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights -Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations list unveiled in Davos
Published Wed, 28 Jan 2009 10:39:05 EST Read More
Media Release Corporate Knights -Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations list unveiled in Davos (DAVOS, Switzerland, January 28, 2009) Corporate Knights Inc. and Innovest Strategic Value Advisors today announced the fifth annual Global 100 list of the most sustainable large corporations in the world. The Global 100 includes companies from 15 countries encompassing all sectors of the economy that were evaluated according to how effectively they manage environmental, social and gove...... Click here to read this release
Tree Seedlings Urgently Need New Homes
Published Wed, 28 Jan 2009 09:44:05 EST Read More
Media Advisory - For Immediate Release Attention Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Tree Seedlings Urgently Need New Homes Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources puts out call to action to Ontario residents - hosting free tree planting workshop to help reach provincial goals Southern Ontario - The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Trees Ontario, along with the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA) and its local planting agency partners will host...... Click here to read this release
Ottawa event to discuss Green Energy Act
Published Tue, 27 Jan 2009 15:33:53 EST Read More
Media Advisory Ottawa event to discuss legislation would that make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontario’s green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario residents to become power generators is being proposed by an alliance of agricultural, labour, industrial and en...... Click here to read this release
Creating good jobs in the Canadian bicycle industry
Published Mon, 26 Jan 2009 14:49:59 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: News/Community/Transportation/Sports Editors and Reporters Creating good jobs in the Canadian bicycle industry Join the Learning Enrichment Foundation (LEF) and the Bicycle Trade Association of Canada (BTAC) as they launch the Bicycle Assembly and Maintenance Project (BAM). BAM is a collaborative training program that that will create highly skilled, entry level bike mechanics to meet the needs of Canada’s constant...... Click here to read this release
Kingston event to discuss proposed Green Energy Act
Published Mon, 26 Jan 2009 11:10:12 EST Read More
Media Advisory Kingston event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontario’s green electricity. To show how ordinary people have become power generators in Europe, SWITCH is hosting a free screening of The Suzuki Diaries, a documentary of Dr. David ...... Click here to read this release
Picton event to discuss Green Energy Act
Published Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:08:44 EST Read More
Media Advisory Picton event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontario's green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario residents to become power generators is being proposed by an alliance of agricultural, labour, industrial and en...... Click here to read this release
News Article: What is your home's IAQ (Indoor air quality)?
Published Wed, 21 Jan 2009 16:43:54 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe and Jackie Campbell. Dr. Saxe is one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and these articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. What is your home's IAQ (Indoor air ...... Click here to read this release
Leaders in Green home building honoured at 2008 EnerQuality Awards of Excellence
Published Wed, 14 Jan 2009 12:25:12 EST Read More
Commitment to sustainable, energy efficient building celebrated at luncheon ceremony (Toronto, Jan.14, 2009) Building professionals from across Ontario gathered to honour the best in sustainable and energy efficient homebuilding at the EnerQuality Corporation 2008 Awards of Excellence presentations. ”We witnessed tremendous growth and participation in green building in 2008 and the strong nominations reflect the tremendous leadership we have seen in this indust...... Click here to read this release
Penetanguishene a Canadian leader in adopting energy efficient technology
Published Tue, 13 Jan 2009 09:40:06 EST Read More
Penetanguishene a Canadian leader in adopting energy efficient technology New LED (Light Emitting Diode) streetlights cut electricity costs (Penetanguishene, Ontario, Jan. 12, 2009) The Mayor and Councillors of Penetanguishene (Pen-e-tang-WISH-ene, located NW of Barrie on the shore of Georgian Bay) were presented with a Certificate of Recognition by Ontario's Chief Energy Conservation Officer, Peter Love, at the first Council meeting of 2009. Mr. Love made the presentat...... Click here to read this release
Chief Energy Conservation Officer recognizes Penetanguishene for leadership in municipal electricity conservation
Published Fri, 9 Jan 2009 17:50:33 EST Read More
Media Advisory Chief Energy Conservation Officer recognizes Penetanguishene for leadership in municipal electricity conservation Ontario town undertakes Canada's largest LED streetlight retrofit - reduces electricity consumption by over 60 percent WHEN: Monday, January 12, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. WHERE: Council Chambers - Penetanguishene Municipal Building, 10 Robert Street West, Penetanguishene WHO: Peter Love, Chief Energy Conservation Officer o...... Click here to read this release
EnerQuality celebrates leaders in energy efficient and green building at 2008 Awards of Excellence
Published Fri, 9 Jan 2009 09:21:02 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Energy/Environment/Construction/News Reporters and Editors EnerQuality celebrates leaders in energy efficient and green building at 2008 Awards of Excellence EnerQuality Corporation will honour Ontario's best and most innovative home builders and construction professionals at the 2008 EnerQuality Awards of Excellence. Nominees are leaders in sustainable construction, and have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to building high-performance, energy-ef...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Eco-labeling literacy
Published Mon, 15 Dec 2008 17:03:13 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe and Jackie Campbell. Dr. Saxe is one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and these articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. What does "Green" mean? When a p...... Click here to read this release
Calling all South Western Ontario birders!
Published Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:20:48 EST Read More
Media Release - For Immediate Release Calling all South Western Ontario birders! Come out for the 109th Christmas Bird Count Toronto, December 14, 2008 – Between December 14 and January 5, 2009, thousands of expert and amateur birders will participate in the 109th annual Christmas Bird Count, a well-established tradition for naturalists across the continent. This year, more than 40 Ontario Nature member groups - including clubs in Blenheim, Rondeau, Guelph, Cambridge, K...... Click here to read this release
Calling all Northern Ontario birders!
Published Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:10:16 EST Read More
Media Release - For Immediate Release Calling all Northern Ontario birders! Come out for the 109th Christmas Bird Count Toronto, December 14, 2008 – Between December 14 and January 5, 2009, thousands of expert and amateur birders will participate in the 109th annual Christmas Bird Count, a well-established tradition for naturalists across the continent. This year, more than 40 Ontario Nature member groups - including clubs in North Bay, Elliot Lake, Manitoulin and Thund...... Click here to read this release
Calling all GTA birders!
Published Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:06:41 EST Read More
Media Release - For Immediate Release Calling all GTA birders! Come out for the 109th Christmas Bird Count Toronto, December 14, 2008 – Between December 14 and January 5, 2009, thousands of expert and amateur birders will participate in the 109th annual Christmas Bird Count, a well-established tradition for naturalists across the continent. This year, more than 40 Ontario Nature member groups - including clubs in Oakville, Mississauga, Toronto, Richmond Hill, Sutton, Po...... Click here to read this release
Calling all birders - come out for the 109th Christmas Bird Count
Published Mon, 15 Dec 2008 08:42:11 EST Read More
Media Release - For Immediate Release Calling all birders! Come out for the 109th Christmas Bird Count Toronto, December 10, 2008 – Between December 14 and January 5, 2009, thousands of expert and amateur birders will participate in the 109th annual Christmas Bird Count, a well-established tradition for naturalists across the continent. This year, more than 40 Ontario Nature member groups are leading bird counts in communities as far north as Thunder Bay, to Holiday Be...... Click here to read this release
EcoEnergy audits to be offered throughout Ontario by GreenSaver and Ontario Association of Home Inspectors
Published Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:44:24 EST Read More
Media Release Greensaver and OAHI - our new province-wide green team (Toronto, December 11th, 2008) GreenSaver and the Ontario Association of Home Inspectors (OAHI) have joined forces to offer EcoENERGY home audits across Ontario. Beginning in January 2009, OAHI members will be trained and integrated into the GreenSaver service areas. This will provide a one stop approach to home energy assessments, ensuring quality and consistency across every region of Ontario. OAHI P...... Click here to read this release
Environmental Commissioner of Ontario assesses province's Climate Change Action Plan
Published Wed, 10 Dec 2008 13:48:49 EST Read More
Media Release For Immediate Release Progress in a Climate of Change: Measuring the success of the government's climate change commitments (Queen's Park, December 10, 2008) "It is critical that, in these challenging economic times, we refuse to compromise on our commitments to greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction," said Gord Miller, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario (ECO), today upon the release of his Special Report to the Legislature, Progress in a Climate of Change. The...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity: Oxford Junior Dictionary drops nature words - Ontario Nature responds
Published Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:41:05 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Ontario Nature sees the dropping of "nature" words from Oxford Junior Dictionary as an important indicator of the devaluation of environmental education Who - Caroline Schultz, Executive Director of Ontario Nature (a network of over 140 conservation and naturalist clubs across Ontario) Caroline is well qualified to comment on the recent action by the Oxford Dictionary to delete many "nature" words (such as kingfisher, otter, heron and acorn). She is a scie...... Click here to read this release
Ontario's Climate Change Action Plan: Environmental Commissioner responds
Published Wed, 10 Dec 2008 09:37:14 EST Read More
Media Advisory The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario responds to the Government of Ontario’s Climate Change Action Plan Web-based Media Briefing 1:30pm, December 10, 2008 (duration 30 minutes) The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario is obligated to respond to “Ontario’s Climate Change Action Plan: Creating our Sustainable Future Annual Report 2007-2008,” to be released by the Minister of Environment of Ontario, John Gerretsen, on behalf of the Onta...... Click here to read this release
Countryside Energy Co-operative supports Green Energy Act
Published Fri, 5 Dec 2008 11:10:21 EST Read More
Media Release For Immediate Release Milverton, Ontario (Friday, December 5, 2008) - At Queen’s Park today, during the critically important global climate change conference in Poznan, Poland, the Green Energy Act Alliance released its expectations for the upcoming Ontario Green Energy Act. The Alliance’s recommendations for the Act can bring economic prosperity and new & sustainable ‘green’ jobs to Ontario, reduce Ontario greenhouse gas emissions, and allow individuals, ...... Click here to read this release
Nestlé accused of Greenwashing – Complaint Filed Today
Published Mon, 1 Dec 2008 14:03:36 EST Read More
Nestlé accused of Greenwashing – Complaint Filed Today Advertising Standards Canada asked to probe Green Advertisement Ottawa – Friends of the Earth Canada, Ecojustice, the Polaris Institute, the Council of Canadians, and Wellington Water Watchers filed a complaint this morning under the Canadian Code of Advertising Standards alleging that Nestlé Waters North America has broken advertising rules in claims it made regarding the environmental impacts of its products...... Click here to read this release
Efficient Wood Heating is Good for the Environment
Published Mon, 1 Dec 2008 09:30:15 EST Read More
Cut greenhouse gas emissions and save money at the same time - heating with wood does not contribute to global warming and climate change the way the "fossil" fuels do Firewood is a renewable energy resource like wind, solar and hydroelectric power. To adequately respond to the global warming challenge, we need to start using more renewables and less oil, gas and coal. Heating with wood can be a part of the solution, provided the wood is burned efficiently. Fortunately, that is not har...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Winter birds flock to feeders across Ontario
Published Thu, 27 Nov 2008 13:04:58 EST Read More
Home for the holidays Winter birds flock to feeders across Ontario By: Gregor Beck Gregor Beck is a wildlife biologist and co-editor of the new "Atlas of the Breeding Birds of Ontario" (www.birdsontario.org). The article is available for publishing at no charge, provided that Mr. Beck is cited as the author. Cash registers at local bird stores have been ringing lately with the first blast of winter in southern Ontario. The mercury was falling as fast as the sno...... Click here to read this release
Enbridge Gas Distribution helps EnviroCentre weatherize 150 Ottawa Community Housing homes
Published Wed, 26 Nov 2008 15:03:29 EST Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY Learn how Enbridge Gas Distribution is helping EnviroCentre weatherize 150 Ottawa Community Housing homes WHEN: Friday, November 28, 2008 at 10 am WHO: Hon. Madeleine Meilleur, Minister of Community and Social Services Jo-Anne Poirier, CEO, Ottawa Community Housing Corporation Will Akkermans, General Manager, Eastern Region, Enbridge Gas Distribution Stephen Koch, Chair, EnviroCentre WHAT: Presentations to two families that have b...... Click here to read this release
Think Local First for a Stable Economy during 'Buy Local Week'
Published Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:15:38 EST Read More
Think Local First for a Stable Economy "Buy Local Week" Is December 1-7 (Toronto, Canada) The Local First movement, steadily gaining popularity in communities across North America, aims to give a much-needed boost to our local independent retailers and producers this holiday season. Research on the benefits of Local First campaigns shows that they effectively increase market share for independent business. Across Canada and the US last year, many local store owners saw unus...... Click here to read this release
Canada's top court upholds right to launch environmental class action lawsuits
Published Thu, 20 Nov 2008 16:50:12 EST Read More
MEDIA RELEASE For Immediate Release Canada's top court upholds right to launch environmental class action lawsuits OTTAWA (November 20, 2008) - Environmental advocates are hailing a precedent-setting ruling from the Supreme Court of Canada today in the case of St. Lawrence Cement Inc. v. Barrette, which upheld the right for citizens to launch environmental class action lawsuits. Represented by pro bono lawyers from Ecojustice (formerly Sierra Legal Defence Fund) and th...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity: Can clean air and wood stoves co-exist?
Published Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:43:02 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Can clean air and wood stoves co-exist? WHO: John Gulland, Director of the Wood Heat Policy Institute WHAT: Mr. Gulland is available to speak to the following points: • Are wood burning stove bans necessary? • What is the difference between good wood burning (no smoke) and bad wood burning (lots of smoke)? • Why aren't the federal and provincial governments doing more to support good wood burning? For more informati...... Click here to read this release
News Article: How Canadian is our food?
Published Tue, 18 Nov 2008 08:48:13 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe and Jackie Campbell. Dr. Saxe is one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. How Canadian is our food? There ...... Click here to read this release
Eastern Ontario restaurant recognized by Chief Energy Conservation Officer of Ontario
Published Mon, 17 Nov 2008 09:36:55 EST Read More
Eastern Ontario restaurant recognized by Chief Energy Conservation Officer of Ontario (Maberly, November 17, 2008) Lauded as Canada's Green Restaurant, the Fall River Restaurant in Maberly, Ontario (between Sharbot Lake and Perth on Highway 7, West of Ottawa) has been recognized for its commitment to energy conservation and environmentally responsible operations by Ontario's Chief Energy Conservation Officer. Peter Love, Ontario's Chief Energy Conservation Officer, visited the res...... Click here to read this release
New Ontario Sustainable Energy Association Board members represent diversity of sustainable energy sector
Published Fri, 14 Nov 2008 10:26:30 EST Read More
Media Release New Ontario Sustainable Energy Association Board members represent diversity of sustainable energy sector TORONTO, November 14, 2008 - Newly elected Board members of the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association represent a wide cross-section of people and communities involved in sustainable energy and committed to a Green Energy Act in Ontario. "We are very pleased to welcome our new Board. They bring with them not only immense experience and knowledge, but the...... Click here to read this release
Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Simcoe
Published Thu, 13 Nov 2008 16:58:35 EST Read More
MEDIA RELEASE Growing Interest in Tree Planting for Tax Breaks and to Fight Climate Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Simcoe Simcoe, November 12 - There is a growing interest in tree planting, as evidenced last night when 54 local landowners attended a community workshop to learn how tree planting can fight climate change and lower their property taxes. This is one in a series of 13 workshops being held across the province this fall by Trees Ontario and...... Click here to read this release
Winners of 8th Annual Ontario Wood WORKS! Awards demonstrate wood is versatile and sustainable
Published Wed, 12 Nov 2008 18:00:40 EST Read More
Media Release – PHOTOS AVAILABLE Attention Building / Architectural / Environmental / Forestry News Editors and Reporters (Toronto, November 12, 2008) Ontario’s leading architects, engineers, building owners and project teams were presented Wood WORKS! Awards during the 8th Annual Awards Gala this evening at the Toronto Congress Centre. Celebrating excellence and innovation in wood buildings, the awards recognize people and organizations dedicated to pioneering and ...... Click here to read this release
Chief Energy Conservation Officer recognizes greenest restaurant
Published Tue, 11 Nov 2008 09:45:40 EST Read More
Media Advisory: Ontario’s Chief Energy Conservation Officer, Peter Love, will present Fall River Restaurant with a Certificate of Recognition for Energy Conservation. The restaurant was named the greenest restaurant in Canada by the Ottawa Citizen after owners Paul and Michele Zammit renovated the restaurant. The restaurant now incorporates a range of energy saving features such as capturing kitchen heat to preheat hot water, burning used vegetable oil for space heating and using straw bales f...... Click here to read this release
Heating With Wood Makes Families and Communities Richer
Published Mon, 10 Nov 2008 11:20:31 EST Read More
To the Editor: This article is written by John Gulland, Director of the Wood Heat Policy Institute. It is available for publication, free of charge. The Wood Heat Policy Institute (WHPI) supports the public interest in wood heating and advocates for the responsible use of this important renewable energy resource. WHPI is a source of credible information and analysis of wood heating related issues. It also supports government and non-governmental organizations in policy dev...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Nature partners with Transat in support of nature reserves
Published Mon, 10 Nov 2008 09:51:56 EST Read More
Ontario Nature partners with Transat in support of nature reserves Toronto, November 6, 2008 – Ontario Nature, the province’s leading conservation organization, has entered a partnership with Transat A.T. Inc., one of the world’s largest integrated tourism companies. Transat is generously supporting Ontario Nature’s “Discover Ontario’s Natural Heritage” project to protect and restore 21 nature reserves across the province of Ontario. The “Discover Ontario's Natural...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Land Trust Association recieves Ontario Trillium Foundation grant
Published Thu, 6 Nov 2008 14:16:46 EST Read More
MEDIA RELEASE
For Immediate Release
Land Trusts Recognize Excellence
First Annual OLTA Community and Vision Awards and OLTA receives support to achieve Standards of Excellence Ontario Trillium Foundation grant of $300,800
Toronto (Nov. 2008) - Ontario Trillium Foundation announced a grant of $300,800 to the Ontario Land Trust Alliance (OLTA).
The announcement was made at the annual conference held in London, in late October last week and co-hosted by O......
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Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Tilbury
Published Thu, 6 Nov 2008 10:51:09 EST Read More
MEDIA RELEASE Growing Interest in Tree Planting for Tax Breaks and to Fight Climate Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Tilbury Tilbury, November 6 - There is a growing interest in tree planting, as evidenced last night when local landowners attended a community workshop to learn how tree planting can fight climate change and lower their property taxes. This is one in a series of 13 workshops being held across the province this fall by Trees Ontario and i...... Click here to read this release
Simon Fraser University shows off eco-friendly, energy efficient RuudLED lighting system
Published Wed, 5 Nov 2008 13:59:14 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: News/Community/Energy/Environment Reporters and Assignment Editors RuudLED lights up Simon Fraser University Campus shows off eco-friendly, energy efficient lighting system (Vancouver, BC) - Simon Fraser University (SFU) staff will meet with representatives from RUUD Lighting tonight for a tour of the university's energy efficient light installation. The tour will include a viewing of the new fixtures, information on LED technology, and a demons...... Click here to read this release
CECO Annual Report - Health Care, Academic Institutions and Leading Businesses Should Appoint Conservation Champions
Published Wed, 5 Nov 2008 11:01:34 EST Read More
CECO Annual Report: Health Care, Academic Institutions and Leading Businesses Should Appoint Conservation Champions Toronto, ON, November 5, 2008 - Ontario’s Chief Energy Conservation Officer (CECO) Peter Love released his fourth annual report today, formally recommending the appointment of energy conservation officers for all health care and academic institutions, as well as leading businesses, across the province. This recommendation is one of nine opportunities identified in th...... Click here to read this release
York Catholic District School Board Energy Conservation Officer Referenced in CECO Annual Report
Published Wed, 5 Nov 2008 10:58:43 EST Read More
CECO Annual Report: Health Care, Academic Institutions and Leading Businesses Should Appoint Conservation Champions York Catholic District School Board Energy Conservation Officer Referenced in Report Toronto, ON, November 5, 2008 - Ontario’s Chief Energy Conservation Officer (CECO) Peter Love released his fourth annual report today, formally recommending the appointment of energy conservation officers for all health care and academic institutions, as well as leading busine...... Click here to read this release
Oakville-based ARCA Canada Inc Referenced in CECO Annual Report
Published Wed, 5 Nov 2008 10:49:28 EST Read More
CECO Annual Report: Health Care, Academic Institutions and Leading Businesses Should Appoint Conservation Champions Oakville-based ARCA Canada Inc. Referenced in Report Toronto, ON, November 5, 2008 - Ontario’s Chief Energy Conservation Officer (CECO) Peter Love released his fourth annual report today, formally recommending the appointment of energy conservation officers for all health care and academic institutions, as well as leading businesses, across the province. Th...... Click here to read this release
Vale Inco Energy Conservation Officer Referenced in CECO Annual Report
Published Wed, 5 Nov 2008 10:45:37 EST Read More
CECO Annual Report: Health Care, Academic Institutions and Leading Businesses Should Appoint Conservation Champions Vale Inco Energy Conservation Officer Referenced in Report Toronto, ON, November 5, 2008 - Ontario’s Chief Energy Conservation Officer (CECO) Peter Love released his fourth annual report today, formally recommending the appointment of energy conservation officers for all health care and academic institutions, as well as leading businesses, across the province....... Click here to read this release
Aylmer to receive commendation for performance in Blackout Challenge
Published Mon, 3 Nov 2008 14:22:51 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention News/City/Energy Reporters and Assignment Editors Aylmer to receive commendation for performance in Blackout Challenge (Aylmer, Ontario) Peter Love, Ontario's Chief Energy Conservation Officer will present a Certificate of Recognition to the Municipality of Aylmer for its performance in the 2008 Black out Challenge (August 14, 2008). Mayor Habkirk will accept the plaque, on behalf of Council, from Peter Love at a ceremony at the Council Chambers...... Click here to read this release
International Declaration Against Unsustainable Salmon Farming sent to United Nations
Published Mon, 3 Nov 2008 10:09:55 EST Read More
Media Release Fish farm opposition - the gathering storm goes international International Declaration Against Unsustainable Salmon Farming sent to United Nations (Norway, Chile, U.S., U.K., Canada) November 3, 2008 - International environmentalists, First Nations, scientists, tourism operators and owners, fishermen/women met in Chile, Norway and Canada on the impact of salmon farms. Joined by people from Scotland, U.K and the U.S. they are sending the Declaration...... Click here to read this release
Ontario’s Chief Energy Conservation Officer Releases Annual Report November 5th
Published Mon, 3 Nov 2008 09:24:26 EST Read More
MEDIA & STAKEHOLDER ADVISORY Ontario’s Chief Energy Conservation Officer Releases Annual Report Nov. 5th: Webcast Presentation and Q&A Begins at 2:30 p.m. Ontario’s Chief Energy Conservation Officer Peter Love will release his fourth annual report on Wednesday, November 5th. Media and stakeholders interested in his recommendations and findings are invited to participate in a webcast presentation and Q&A session: Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2008 Time: 2:30...... Click here to read this release
Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Cobourg
Published Fri, 31 Oct 2008 10:29:54 EST Read More
MEDIA RELEASE Growing Interest in Tree Planting for Tax Breaks and to Fight Climate Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Cobourg Cobourg, October 31 - There is a growing interest in tree planting, as evidenced last night when 40 local landowners attended a community workshop to learn how tree planting can fight climate change and lower their property taxes. This is one in a series of 13 workshops being held across the province this fall by Trees Ontario an...... Click here to read this release
Simcoe Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change
Published Thu, 30 Oct 2008 11:08:03 EST Read More
Media Advisory - For Immediate Release Attention Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Plant Trees to Fight Climate Change Simcoe Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change Simcoe - Trees Ontario and its partners, the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA) and the Long Point Region Conservation Authority will host a free workshop focused on incentive programs for planting trees, tree planting techniq...... Click here to read this release
Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Stirling
Published Thu, 30 Oct 2008 10:57:26 EST Read More
MEDIA RELEASE Growing Interest in Tree Planting for Tax Breaks and to Fight Climate Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Stirling Stirling, October 30 – There is a growing interest in tree planting, as evidenced last night when local landowners attended a community workshop to learn how tree planting can fight climate change and lower their property taxes. This is one in a series of 13 workshops being held across the province this fall by Trees Ontario a...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Learn how to heat with wood without making smoke
Published Wed, 29 Oct 2008 15:26:10 EST Read More
To the Editor: This article is written by John Gulland, Director of the Wood Heat Policy Institute. It is available for publication, free of charge. The Wood Heat Policy Institute (WHPI) supports the public interest in wood heating and advocates for the responsible use of this important renewable energy resource. WHPI is a source of credible information and analysis of wood heating related issues. It also supports government and non-governmental organizations in policy development...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity: Leadership Diversity Index rankings announced by Corporate Knights
Published Wed, 29 Oct 2008 10:09:48 EST Read More
The information released by Corporate Knights earlier this morning (5 am, October 29) has been updated, with percentages added for clarity. Percentages represent the number of Board and Top 3 C-Suite members who are women and/or a visible minority. Interview Opportunity Attention News/Business/National/Careers/Diversity Reporters and Assignment Editors Canadian Leadership Diversity Index results announced by Corporate Knights magazine (Toronto, Canada, October 29...... Click here to read this release
Embro Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change
Published Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:58:07 EST Read More
Media Advisory - For Immediate Release Attention Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Plant Trees to Fight Climate Change Embro Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change Embro - Trees Ontario and its partners, the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA) and the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority will host a free workshop focused on incentive programs for planting trees, tree planting techniqu...... Click here to read this release
Toronto nominees for Wood WORKS! 8th Annual Awards
Published Tue, 28 Oct 2008 10:33:20 EST Read More
Toronto nominees for Wood WORKS! 8th Annual Awards (North Bay, Ontario) Wood WORKS! is pleased to announce the nominees for the 8th Annual Ontario Wood WORKS! Awards. The 2008 awards will be presented during the 8th Annual Awards Gala in Toronto on Wednesday, November 12, in the Cohen Ballroom at the Toronto Congress Centre (award presentation at 6:30 pm). The Wood WORKS! Awards celebrate excellence and innovation in Ontario's wood-based construction, recognizing people and organi...... Click here to read this release
Eastern Ontario nominees for Wood WORKS! 8th Annual Awards
Published Tue, 28 Oct 2008 10:29:38 EST Read More
Eastern Ontario nominees for Wood WORKS! 8th Annual Awards (North Bay, Ontario) Wood WORKS! is pleased to announce the nominees for the 8th Annual Ontario Wood WORKS! Awards. The 2008 awards will be presented during the 8th Annual Awards Gala in Toronto on Wednesday, November 12, in the Cohen Ballroom at the Toronto Congress Centre (award presentation at 6:30 pm). The Wood WORKS! Awards celebrate excellence and innovation in Ontario's wood-based construction and design, recognizin...... Click here to read this release
Huronia nominees for Wood WORKS! 8th Annual Awards
Published Tue, 28 Oct 2008 10:23:14 EST Read More
Huronia nominees for Wood WORKS! 8th Annual Awards (North Bay, Ontario) Wood WORKS! is pleased to announce the nominees for the 8th Annual Ontario Wood WORKS! Awards. The 2008 awards will be presented during the 8th Annual Awards Gala in Toronto on Wednesday, November 12, in the Cohen Ballroom at the Toronto Congress Centre (award presentation at 6:30 pm). The Wood WORKS! Awards celebrate excellence and innovation in Ontario's wood-based construction and design, recognizing people...... Click here to read this release
Prince Edward County nominees for Wood WORKS! 8th Annual Awards
Published Tue, 28 Oct 2008 10:18:32 EST Read More
Prince Edward County nominees for Wood WORKS! 8th Annual Awards (North Bay, Ontario) Wood WORKS! is pleased to announce the nominees for the 8th Annual Ontario Wood WORKS! Awards. The 2008 awards will be presented during the 8th Annual Awards Gala in Toronto on Wednesday, November 12, in the Cohen Ballroom at the Toronto Congress Centre (award presentation at 6:30 pm). The Wood WORKS! Awards celebrate excellence and innovation in Ontario's wood-based construction and design, reco...... Click here to read this release
Niagara nominee for Wood WORKS! 8th Annual Awards
Published Tue, 28 Oct 2008 10:14:11 EST Read More
Niagara nominee for Wood WORKS! 8th Annual Awards (North Bay, Ontario) Wood WORKS! is pleased to announce the nominees for the 8th Annual Ontario Wood WORKS! Awards. The 2008 awards will be presented during the 8th Annual Awards Gala in Toronto on Wednesday, November 12, in the Cohen Ballroom at the Toronto Congress Centre (award presentation at 6:30 pm). The Wood WORKS! Awards celebrate excellence and innovation in Ontario's wood-based construction and design, recognizing people...... Click here to read this release
Results of second all-Canadian Cleantech Index announced
Published Tue, 28 Oct 2008 09:32:13 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: News/Business/National/Energy Reporters and Assignment Editors Results of second all-Canadian Cleantech Index announced Cleantech 10 ™ list pinpoints the top publicly traded Cleantech companies in Canada TORONTO, October 28, 2008 - The second-annual Corporate Knights Cleantech 10™ was released today. The Cleantech 10 and Next 10 Cleantech represent Canada's best publicly held companies in the Cleantech realm, and span a range of sectors fro...... Click here to read this release
Wood WORKS! 8th Annual Awards Ontario nominees announced
Published Mon, 27 Oct 2008 09:26:26 EST Read More
Wood WORKS! 8th Annual Awards Ontario nominees announced (North Bay /Toronto) Wood WORKS! is pleased to announce the nominees for the 8th Annual Ontario Wood WORKS! Awards. The 2008 awards will be presented during the 8th Annual Awards Gala in Toronto on Wednesday, November 12, in the Cohen Ballroom at the Toronto Congress Centre (award presentation at 6:30 pm). Tickets are available by contacting Sarah Hicks, 1-866-886-3574 ext. 384. The Wood WORKS! Awards celebrate excellence an...... Click here to read this release
Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Glenburnie
Published Fri, 24 Oct 2008 10:07:22 EST Read More
MEDIA RELEASE Growing Interest in Tree Planting for Tax Breaks and to Fight Climate Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Glenburnie Glenburnie, October 24 – There is a growing interest in tree planting, as evidenced last night when local landowners attended a community workshop to learn how tree planting can fight climate change and lower their property taxes. This is one in a series of 13 workshops being held across the province this fall by Trees Ontar...... Click here to read this release
A new furnace filter will improve comfort and save money
Published Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:25:09 EST Read More
Time to change your furnace filter A new filter will improve comfort, generate savings, and ensure your furnace fan has a longer life As the warm weather gradually recedes, Ontarians are preparing for the inevitable snow and cold temperatures. Green$aver, Toronto's leader in environmental energy efficiency and home energy audits would like to remind homeowners that household winter preparation should also include replacing the furnace filter. A simple check can prov...... Click here to read this release
Insulating yourself against energy costs
Published Tue, 21 Oct 2008 10:23:59 EST Read More
Insulating yourself against energy costs Now is the time to upgrade your home insulation With a Canadian winter right around the corner, it is time again to make sure you're ready. Ensuring you have the proper draft proofing and the right amount of insulation in your home remains one of the best things you can do for the environment and your wallet. Inadequate insulation is one of the main reasons why the average home can lose up to 50 percent of its energy. By adding insu...... Click here to read this release
Land Trusts from across Ontario meet in London
Published Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:22:31 EST Read More
MEDIA RELEASE For Immediate Release Land Trusts from across Ontario meet in London • Minister of Natural Resources to speak Thursday, October 23 • Field trip open to media participation – shuttle bus leaves Lamplighter Inn at 9 AM Saturday, October 25 London (Monday, October 20. 2008) – The Ontario land protection community will hold their annual conference at the Lamplighter Inn, London, Thursday October 23rd – Saturday, October 25th this week. The ev...... Click here to read this release
Peterborough community is Eastern Ontario’s largest development of ENERGY STAR® qualified homes
Published Mon, 20 Oct 2008 08:34:37 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: News, Home, Energy, and Lifestyle Reporters and Editors Green community takes green building to a new level Peterborough community is Eastern Ontario’s largest development of ENERGY STAR® qualified homes (Peterborough, October 18, 2008) Today Mason Homes unveiled it’s latest eco-friendly community, providing homeowners in Peterborough with a new, environmentally conscious alternative to traditional city living. Representatives from Mason...... Click here to read this release
Release of the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario 2007/2008 Annual Report - Getting to K(NO)W
Published Fri, 17 Oct 2008 14:59:09 EST Read More
Media Advisory For Immediate Release Release of the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario 2007/2008 Annual Report - Getting to K(NO)W There are two parts to the release of the Environmental Commissioners Report - a Media Conference at the Queen's Park Media Studio followed by Web-based Briefing session. Queen's Park Media Conference 1:00 pm, October 21, 2008 Note: • The full text of the Annual Report and four background documents (Our Un...... Click here to read this release
Mason Homes and EnerQuality Corporation unveil largest development of ENERGY STAR qualified homes in Eastern Ontario
Published Thu, 16 Oct 2008 16:57:57 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: News, Home, Energy, and Lifestyle Reporters and Editors The Avonlea neighbourhood - Peterborough's newest and greenest Mason Homes and EnerQuality Corporation unveil largest development of ENERGY STAR qualified homes in Eastern Ontario What: Official Opening and Preview Tour of Avonlea, a 'new urbanism' community of ENERGY STAR qualified homes When: Saturday October 18, 2008 at 1:00pm Who: Mason Homes representatives and local dig...... Click here to read this release
Opinion Piece: Things to consider before dusting off that old wood stove
Published Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:39:02 EST Read More
High home heating costs Things to consider before dusting off that old wood stove Used stoves are being snapped up at auctions and old stoves that were mothballed years ago are being dusted off and set up to burn again. If you are taking urgent action to control your heating costs this winter, here are some things to consider before hooking up that old stove. Any steel box you can build a fire in will make heat, but it will ...... Click here to read this release
MPP McNeely Asks for All Party support of the Home Energy Rating Act
Published Thu, 16 Oct 2008 10:01:46 EST Read More
Media Release For Immediate Release MPP McNeely Asks for All Party support of the Home Energy Rating Act The Home Energy Rating Act mandates greater disclosure and encourages better, greener more efficient homes QUEEN'S PARK- Thursday 16 October 2008. Today MPP McNeely will ask the Members of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario to support the Home Energy Rating Act during consideration of the bill in second reading debate. MPP McNeely argues that this Bill wil...... Click here to read this release
Bill 101, Home Energy Audit Act, explained
Published Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:34:16 EST Read More
Media Advisory Bill 101, Home Energy Audit Act, explained MPP McNeely will join home building industry and environmental sector representatives to explain Bill 101, the Home Energy Rating Act, 2008. Date: Thursday 16 October 2008 Time: 9:30 am.-9:50 a.m. Location: Media Studio, Main Legislative Building, Queen’s Park What: MPP McNeely (Ottawa-Orléans) will be joined by several members of the industry and environmental sectors to describe the b...... Click here to read this release
Berwick Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change
Published Fri, 10 Oct 2008 15:16:29 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Plant Trees to Fight Climate Change! Berwick Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change (Berwick - Eastern Ontario) Trees Ontario and its partners, the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA) and the South Nation Conservation Authority will host a free workshop focused on incentive programs for planting trees, tree planting techniques and ...... Click here to read this release
Kemptville Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change
Published Fri, 10 Oct 2008 15:12:49 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Plant Trees to Fight Climate Change! Kemptville Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change Kemptville - Trees Ontario and its partners, the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA) and the Ferguson Forest Centre will host a free workshop focused on incentive programs for planting trees, tree planting techniques and the Managed Forest Tax I...... Click here to read this release
Glenburnie Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change
Published Fri, 10 Oct 2008 15:07:05 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Plant Trees to Fight Climate Change! Glenburnie Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change Glenburnie - Trees Ontario and its partners, the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA) and the Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority will host a free workshop focused on incentive programs for planting trees, tree planting techniques and the Man...... Click here to read this release
Utopia Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change
Published Thu, 9 Oct 2008 17:00:32 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Plant Trees to Fight Climate Change! Utopia Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change Utopia, Ontario - Trees Ontario and its partners, the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA) and Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority will host a free workshop focused on incentive programs for planting trees, tree planting techniques and the Manag...... Click here to read this release
Owen Sound Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change
Published Thu, 9 Oct 2008 16:59:22 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Plant Trees to Fight Climate Change! Owen Sound Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change Owen Sound - Trees Ontario and its partners, the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA) and Grey Sauble Conservation Authority will host a free workshop focused on incentive programs for planting trees, tree planting techniques and the Managed Fore...... Click here to read this release
Fergus Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change
Published Thu, 9 Oct 2008 16:58:20 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Plant Trees to Fight Climate Change! Fergus Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change Fergus - Trees Ontario and its partners, the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA) and Grand River Conservation Authority will host a free workshop focused on incentive programs for planting trees, tree planting techniques and the Managed Forest Tax I...... Click here to read this release
Strategic Voting Campaign Identifies Hot Ridings in Ontario
Published Thu, 9 Oct 2008 16:41:05 EST Read More
Media Release For Immediate Release Strategic Voting Campaign Identifies "Hot Ridings" in Ontario (Toronto - Thursday, October 9, 2008) - Voters in Ontario ridings where vote-splitting could elect a Conservative are being offered specific, transparent advice on how to vote strategically to ensure a pro-environment outcome. Twenty-three Ontario races have been identified by VoteForEnvironment.ca where a Conservative victory can be stopped if progressive voters unite be...... Click here to read this release
Canadian Federal Party Leaders plans for Great Lakes and St Lawrence River protection
Published Thu, 9 Oct 2008 15:28:44 EST Read More
Canadian Federal Party Leaders plans for Great Lakes and St Lawrence River protection Toronto, (October 10, 2008) – The following commitments to protect the Great Lakes and St Lawrence River were provided by four of the five federal political parties in response to the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative (GLSLCI) questionnaire sent to Federal party leader on September 22. The Conservative Party of Canada has yet to respond to the questionnaire. The Cities Initiative has s...... Click here to read this release
More than 120 top Canadian scientists urge Canadians to vote for the environment
Published Tue, 7 Oct 2008 09:25:47 EST Read More
MORE THAN 120 TOP SCIENTISTS URGE CANADIANS TO VOTE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT VANCOUVER (October 7, 2008) - More than 120 of Canada's top climate scientists are urging Canadians to vote strategically for the environment in the upcoming federal election. "Global warming is the defining issue of our time," says Dr. Andrew Weaver, a Lead Author with the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize winning Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). "Our current federal government has yet to get engaged in ...... Click here to read this release
Vote strategically to avoid anti-environment Harper government
Published Mon, 6 Oct 2008 10:26:43 EST Read More
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release STRATEGIC VOTING TO AVOID ANTI-ENVIRONMENT HARPER GOVERNMENT RESONATING ACROSS THE COUNTRY VANCOUVER (Monday, October 6, 2008) – A strategic voting website has had over one million pageviews in just 12 days since it launched. Massive viral distribution has tapped into wide-based voter concern about another anti-environment Harper government. VoteForEnvironment.ca uses past election data, the most recent publicly-available polling data and ...... Click here to read this release
Owen Sound Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change
Published Fri, 3 Oct 2008 11:41:33 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Plant Trees to Fight Climate Change! Owen Sound Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change Owen Sound - Trees Ontario and its partners, the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA) and Grey Sauble Conservation Authority will host a free workshop focused on incentive programs for planting trees, tree planting techniques and the Managed Fore...... Click here to read this release
Utopia Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change
Published Fri, 3 Oct 2008 11:37:11 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Plant Trees to Fight Climate Change! Utopia Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change Utopia, Ontario - Trees Ontario and its partners, the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA) and Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority will host a free workshop focused on incentive programs for planting trees, tree planting techniques and the Manag...... Click here to read this release
Brandon Federal Building in Brandon certified by BOMA Canada
Published Thu, 2 Oct 2008 11:04:14 EST Read More
Brandon Federal Building certified by BOMA Canada Updated green building certification program unveiled at BOMEX 2008 (Vancouver, October 2, 2008) The Brandon Federal Building, at 1039 Princess Street in Brandon, was recognized last night as a BOMA BESt Level 3 certified building by the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Canada. BOMA’s newly integrated program, which combines the Go Green and Go Green Plus initiatives, acknowledges excellence in environme...... Click here to read this release
Manulife Building in Calgary certified by BOMA Canada
Published Thu, 2 Oct 2008 10:55:00 EST Read More
Manulife Building certified by BOMA Canada Updated green building certification program unveiled at BOMEX 2008 (Vancouver, October 2, 2008) The Manulife Building at 736 Sixth Avenue in Calgary was recognized last night as a BOMA BESt Level 2 certified building by the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Canada. BOMA’s newly integrated program, which combines the Go Green and Go Green Plus initiatives, acknowledges excellence in environmental building and st...... Click here to read this release
Enterprise Building in Ottawa certified by BOMA Canada
Published Thu, 2 Oct 2008 10:34:40 EST Read More
Enterprise Building certified by BOMA Canada Updated green building certification program unveiled at BOMEX 2008 (Vancouver, October 2, 2008) The Enterprise Building, at 427 Laurier Avenue West in Ottawa, was recognized last night as a BOMA BESt Level 3 certified building by the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Canada. BOMA’s newly integrated program, which combines the Go Green and Go Green Plus initiatives, acknowledges excellence in environmental bui...... Click here to read this release
Go green with BOMA Canada’s new certification
Published Thu, 2 Oct 2008 10:25:17 EST Read More
BOMA’s BESt Go green with BOMA Canada’s new certification (Vancouver, October 2, 2008) BOMA Canada has unveiled its newly integrated green building certification program, BOMA BESt. At a presentation during BOMEX 2008, twelve buildings from across Canada were recognized for their commitment to operating in an ecologically responsible manner. The past top scoring Go Green Plus building in each province was recognized with the first BOMA BESt certificate. BOMA BESt c...... Click here to read this release
Fergus Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change
Published Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:15:15 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Plant Trees to Fight Climate Change! Fergus Tree planting workshop to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change Fergus - Trees Ontario and its partners, the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA) and Grand River Conservation Authority will host a free workshop focused on incentive programs for planting trees, tree planting techniques and the Managed Forest Tax I...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Nature and the Oak Ridges Trail Association to reveal new addition to the Oak Ridges Moraine Trail
Published Mon, 29 Sep 2008 16:25:24 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: News, Assignment, Health and Lifestyle Editors and Reporters Ontario Nature and the Oak Ridges Trail Association to reveal new addition to the Oak Ridges Moraine Trail New section will join Bruce Trail and bridge the connection between the Moraine and the Niagara Escarpment (Toronto, September 29, 2008) Media are invited to attend a lunch and tour to celebrate the new addition to the Oak Ridges Moraine Trail that joins the Oak Ridges Trail...... Click here to read this release
Minto Communities celebrate LEED for homes certification and ENERGY STAR for New Homes in East Gwillimbury
Published Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:26:11 EST Read More
Minto Communities receives LEED™ for homes certification and ENERGY STAR for New Homes Harvest Hills will offer superior energy efficient, quality designed homes set among hiking and biking trails TORONTO, ON - September 24, 2008 - Minto Communities Inc. announced today that its Saunders single-family showhome in East Gwillimbury are the first of its LEED™ certified homes in Canada. This was achieved as part of the Canada Green Building Council's (CaGBC) national c...... Click here to read this release
VOTE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT this federal ELECTION - VOTE smart
Published Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:49:13 EST Read More
VOTE SMART – GIVE CANADA A CLIMATE FRIENDLY GOVERNMENT VoteForEnvironment.ca offers strategic advice on how to defeat Stephen Harper OTTAWA – Canadians have a powerful new online tool to help them cast a vote for the environment. VoteForEnvironment.ca provides a recommended pick for every riding in the country for the Liberal, NDP, Green or Bloc party candidate most likely to overwhelm their Conservative opponent. “At a time when we need urgent global act...... Click here to read this release
Minto Communities celebrate LEED™ for homes certification and ENERGY STAR for New Homes
Published Mon, 22 Sep 2008 12:49:00 EST Read More
News Advisory Attention: News, Energy, Realty, Homes and Style, Assignment Editors Minto Communities celebrate LEED™ for homes certification and ENERGY STAR for New Homes Harvest Hills will combine energy efficient, quality designed homes with the privacy of nature (Toronto, Ontario, September 22, 2008) Minto Communities Inc. will host an official grand opening celebration on Wednesday, September 24 to announce that its Saunders single-family showhome in East Gwi...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Why am I supporting the Green Shift?
Published Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:59:17 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Jackie Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. Why am I supporting the Green Shift? The Liberals are not doing a goo...... Click here to read this release
Tree planting workshops to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change
Published Mon, 15 Sep 2008 12:15:32 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Plant trees to fight climate change Tree planting workshops to help local residents reduce property taxes and help fight climate change Trees Ontario and its partners, the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA) and local Conservation Authorities will host a free workshop focused on incentive programs for planting trees, tree planting techniques and the Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program (MFT...... Click here to read this release
Now House opens zero energy 60-year-old wartime home
Published Wed, 10 Sep 2008 11:14:24 EST Read More
Now House opens zero energy 60-year-old wartime home Retrofit project transforms decades old home into a leading example of how to make your house environmentally friendly TORONTO, September 10, 2008 - Now House officially opened a 60-year-old wartime home in Toronto that has been retrofitted to require almost no energy and to produce enough energy from renewable sources to pay its own energy bills. Now House™ is one of 12 winning teams in Canada Mortgage and Housing Co...... Click here to read this release
Last Day of ExpoCycle 2008 begins on a high note
Published Tue, 9 Sep 2008 09:54:31 EST Read More
Last Day of ExpoCycle 2008 begins on a high note ExpoCycle Update Tuesday, September 9th, 2008 There's plenty to see and do on the last day of ExpoCycle 2008. The annual bike industry trade show has been bustling since it opened, and there's optimism in the air. "It's an exciting time to be in the industry," remarked Janet O'Connell, Executive Director of the Bicycle Trade Association of Canada. "There's a real sense that Canada i...... Click here to read this release
TOMORROW - New 'GreenHouse Certification' to be unveiled at 2008 Green Building Festival in Toronto
Published Tue, 9 Sep 2008 09:40:56 EST Read More
Media Advisory GreenHouse certified construction goes above and beyond energy efficiency by incorporating indoor air quality, water conservation and waste reduction (Toronto, September 2008) The latest in environmentally friendly home building will be unveiled at this year's Green Building Festival. The festival runs from September 9-10. GreenHouse Certification is the creation of EnerQuality Corporation, a licensed service organization of the ENERGY STAR® for New ...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - Ontario Nature hosts bird banding session at Tommy Thompson Park (Leslie Street Spit)
Published Mon, 8 Sep 2008 18:28:56 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity What: Bird banding demonstrated at the Leslie St. Spit (Tommy Thompson Park) as the fall southward migration of birds begins When: Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at 10:30 am Where: The entrance to Tommy Thompson Park at the bottom of Leslie St. (see map) Who: Lee Allan Peterson, son of Roger Torry Peterson author and originator of the Petersen Field Guide series. Lee Allan is in town as part of speakin...... Click here to read this release
The Wheeling and Dealing continues at ExpoCycle
Published Mon, 8 Sep 2008 09:19:51 EST Read More
The Wheeling and Dealing continues at ExpoCycle ExpoCycle Update Monday September 8th, 2008 (Montreal, September 8, 2008) ExpoCycle 2008 kicked off with a phenomenally successful first day on Sunday. Attendance was good, the mood was great, and the Retailer Power Program seminar series debuted to rave reviews. Topics covered included: Pricing Strategies For Profits Plus Power Promoting I...... Click here to read this release
ExpoCycle rolls into Montreal
Published Sun, 7 Sep 2008 08:40:03 EST Read More
ExpoCycle rolls into Montreal ExpoCycle Update Sunday September 7th, 2008 After an exciting Demo Day on the World Cup race course at Ski Bromont on Saturday September 6th, ExpoCycle moves indoors. The biggest names in the Canadian cycling industry have gathered at the Bicycle Trade Association of Canada’s annual trade show at Place Bonaventure to show off their hottest products. A show highlight will be demonstrations of the Shimano Dura-Ace’s DA-7950 shifter system. ...... Click here to read this release
Bike sales soar – Canadians buying more bikes
Published Fri, 5 Sep 2008 17:10:58 EST Read More
Media Release Attention: News, Business, Lifestyles, Assignment Editors and Reporters Bike sales soar – Canadians buying more bikes Montreal Bike Trade Show popularity tied to sales activity (Montreal, September 7, 2008) Canada’s bike industry is booming. In the first half of 2008, bike (unit) sales were up 6%, and dollar sales rose 8.5% over 2007 figures. One category – the lower priced rigid mountain bikes – skyrocketed by 600%, while the commuter orient...... Click here to read this release
CRS Electronics applauds City of Welland for choosing LED lighting
Published Thu, 4 Sep 2008 11:05:38 EST Read More
Welland, Ontario based LED manufacturer proud to contribute to program that will save city $250,000 in energy costs per year (Welland, Ontario, September 3, 2008) Last night, Ontario's Chief Energy Conservation Officer, local politicians and industry representatives celebrated in the Welland City Hall council chambers an outstanding commitment to energy conservation as the City of Welland announced their membership in the LED City® initiative. CRS Electronics of Welland will supply t...... Click here to read this release
Ski Bromont Resort to host ExpoCycle 2008 Demo Day event
Published Wed, 3 Sep 2008 08:58:36 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention:News, Business, Sport Reporters and Assignment Editors New location will give enthusiasts a chance to test latest bikes and biking products on World Cup Race track (Bromont, Quebec) Media and ExpoCycle participants are invited to ride the latest, most innovative bikes and bike products at ExpoCycle's outdoor Demo Day on Saturday, September 6, 2008 at Ski Bromont resort, an hour south of Montreal. Many of the demo products available for ...... Click here to read this release
Wood WORKS! seeks nominees for 8th Annual Awards Program
Published Tue, 2 Sep 2008 09:51:27 EST Read More
Community Calendar Advisory Awards to recognize excellence and innovation in wood-based design and construction in Ontario (Toronto / North Bay, Ontario) Wood WORKS! has opened the nomination process for the 2008 Wood WORKS! Awards. The program showcases Ontario's best wood designs and wood-based projects and recognizes the people and organizations whose expertise and innovation expands the use of wood in Ontario. This year, the Awards Gala will showcase the Province's b...... Click here to read this release
ExpoCycle 2008 breaks all registration records
Published Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:29:36 EST Read More
Media Release Attention: News, Environment, Assignment Editors and Reporters Leading the pack ExpoCycle 2008 breaks all registration records (Montreal, August 2008) ExpoCycle 2008, the Canadian bike industry's annual trade show, is shaping up to be a banner event. Organized by the Bicycle Trade Association of Canada, ExpoCycle has seen a phenomenal increase in pre-registration this year. "Registration is up 20% from where it was this time last year," says Sumar...... Click here to read this release
Get an eco-education at the Green Building Festival
Published Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:18:28 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Energy Efficiency/Green Building/Lifestyle/City Reporters and Editors Get an eco-education at the Green Building Festival Festival returns with must-attend workshops Canada's largest annual green building event is gearing up for another year with an expanded seminar program. Festival organizers are very excited to introduce two innovative workshops offering a practical look at the green building trend sweeping the real estate and residential co...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Municipal Water Association salutes City of London's ban on sale of bottled water
Published Wed, 20 Aug 2008 09:13:12 EST Read More
Ontario's water providers salute City of London's ban on sale of bottled water Sudbury, Ontario, August 20, 2008 - Today, Nick Benkovich, President of the Ontario Municipal Water Association, congratulated London City Council for its ban on the sale of bottled water. "The City of London's actions remind us once again- only municipal tap water delivers," said Nick Benkovich, "At about one thousand times the cost of municipal water, bottled water is simply not good value for money". ...... Click here to read this release
Ontario gets an 'A' - Interview Opportunity with Ontario's Chief Energy Conservation Officer
Published Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:59:56 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity - News / Assignment / Energy and Conservation Editors and Reporters Ontario receives an "A" from the Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance WHO: Peter Love, Chief Energy Conservation Officer of Ontario Ontario's Chief Energy Conservation Officer Peter Love is available to comment on Ontario receiving an "A" for the first time since the Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance began to issue report cards WHEN: The CEEA report card was released...... Click here to read this release
The Green Building Festival returns with innovative, market-ready solutions
Published Fri, 1 Aug 2008 11:11:19 EST Read More
It’s Easy Being Green The Green Building Festival returns with innovative, market-ready solutions Canada’s largest annual green building event is gearing up for another year. The Green Building Festival is happening September 9 – 10 2008 at the Toronto Convention Centre on Dixon Road. The show features high-quality, in-depth programming for building professionals with case studies, product analyses and 100 exhibitors offering ready-to-market green building soluti...... Click here to read this release
ExpoCycle 2008 shifts into high gear
Published Thu, 10 Jul 2008 08:37:17 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: News, Environment, Assignment Editors and Reporters ExpoCycle 2008 shifts into high gear Canada's premiere bike trade show not to be missed Canada's cycling industry is gearing up for its biggest trade show of the year. ExpoCycle 2008, scheduled for September 6-9 in Montreal and Bromont Quebec, is the premiere event for Canada's cycling industry. Each year, ExpoCycle - with 90, 000 square feet of space - features over 800 of the world's best c...... Click here to read this release
Majority of Caledon residents support municipal growth plan
Published Tue, 8 Jul 2008 16:44:16 EST Read More
EMBARGOED until 9:00 pm, Tuesday July 8, 2008 Majority of Caledon residents support municipal growth plan 85% of respondents questioned believe municipal officials should resist development pressures (Caledon, Ontario, July 8, 2008) The findings of a public opinion poll released today by the Caledon Countryside Alliance (CCA) confirm environmental issues remain a high priority for residents of Caledon. The research was conducted by Oraclepoll Research between June 1...... Click here to read this release
Canadian law programs rate high on sustainability
Published Wed, 2 Jul 2008 12:17:22 EST Read More
Canadian law programs rate high on sustainability Social justice, human rights and professional ethics essential components in analysis (Toronto, Canada, July 2, 2008) Today, Corporate Knights Magazine unveils the fifth-annual Knight Schools ranking. The ranking analyzes how Canadian universities fare in integrating sustainability into the school experience. In reviewing law programs, the researchers adopted a broad definition of sustainability that encompassed environm...... Click here to read this release
Top Canadian graduate programs rated on sustainability
Published Wed, 2 Jul 2008 09:12:51 EST Read More
Top Canadian graduate programs rated on sustainability Study looked at environmental and social concerns (Toronto, Canada, July 2, 2008) Today, Corporate Knights Magazine unveils the fifth-annual Knight Schools ranking. The ranking analyzes how Canadian universities fare in integrating sustainability into the school experience. In reviewing MBA and undergraduate Business programs, the researchers adopted a broad definition of sustainability that encompassed environmental...... Click here to read this release
Canadian Universities and Sustainability ranked by Corporate Knights Magazine
Published Wed, 2 Jul 2008 09:05:24 EST Read More
Canadian Universities and Sustainability ranked by Corporate Knights Magazine (Toronto, Canada, July 2, 2008) Today, Corporate Knights Magazine unveils the fifth-annual Knight Schools ranking. The ranking analyzes how Canadian universities fare in integrating sustainability into the school experience. In reviewing Architecture and Urban Planning programs, the researchers adopted a broad definition of sustainability that encompassed environmental and social concerns. Issues of ec...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights names the 50 Best Corporate Citizens in Canada
Published Tue, 1 Jul 2008 08:40:18 EST Read More
Attention News/Business Reporters and Assignment Editors: IBM Tops List of 50 Best Corporate Citizens in Canada for 2008 (Toronto, Ontario, June 30, 2008) Corporate Knights has released the 7th Annual Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada, the definitive annual list of Canada’s top corporate citizens. Citizenship indicators include pension fund quality, diversity, pollution, CEO-pay fairness, and tax dollar generation, as well as sector specific indicators such as renewable e...... Click here to read this release
EnerQuality celebrates 10 years of making Ontario homes energy efficient
Published Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:36:09 EST Read More
*High-Resolution photos available EnerQuality celebrates 10 years of making Ontario homes energy efficient Ontario Minister of Energy and Infrastructure and Chief Energy Conservation Officer of Ontario part of anniversary gala with industry leaders and supporters (Toronto, June 27, 2008) Wednesday night, over 150 leading energy efficient home building industry representatives, supporters and friends met at the Westin Prince Hotel in Toronto to mark a special anniver...... Click here to read this release
2008 World Wind Energy Conference concludes on a positive note
Published Fri, 27 Jun 2008 10:11:25 EST Read More
2008 World Wind Energy Conference concludes on a positive note Kingston Conference signals new era in community power and looks to Ontario for leadership Kingston, Ontario, June 27, 2008 – The 2008 World Wind Energy Conference wrapped up yesterday and the overwhelming mood of the 800 conference attendees pointed toward the fact that Ontario should act quickly to institute a Green Energy Act as part of its energy policy. Kristopher Stevens, Executive Director of the Onta...... Click here to read this release
Wild salmon on the verge of extinction
Published Wed, 25 Jun 2008 14:44:20 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from Andrew Wright. Word count is approximately 653 words. Select photos of Mr. Wright’s photography work may be available upon request. Mr. Wright can be contacted at 604.733.8599 or asw@ieee.org. I first visited the Broughton Archipelago in the summer of 1990. I had recently emigrated from England and drove two days straight from Calgary to visit this special place. Robson Bight, famed for its orca 'rubbing beach' and known international...... Click here to read this release
World Wind Conference 2008 - Update - Conference Activity, Day One
Published Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:28:53 EST Read More
WWEC 2008 (Update - Conference Activity, Day One) - Community power and decentralized investment key for accelerated wind energy deployment Government of Ontario works on improvement of Standard Offer Programme and considers Green Energy Act Kingston/Bonn (WWEA June 25 2008) - More than 600 high-level delegates from 40 countries have gathered for the 7th World Wind Energy Conference & Exhibition Community Power (WWEC 2008) at the St. Lawrence College in Kingston (Ontario), Ca...... Click here to read this release
OSEA poll shows majority of Ontarians expect renewable energy by 2018
Published Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:45:09 EST Read More
Media Release – For Immediate Release Majority of Ontarians expect Ontario to get their energy from renewables by 2018 Poll results released as World Wind Energy Conference 2008 begins in Kingston, Ontario (Kingston, Ontario, June 24, 2008) Over 600 people have descended on the City of Kingston today as the World Wind Energy Conference 2008 kicked off with a series of sessions which included speakers Dr. David Suzuki, Hon. Vilas Muttemwar, Indian Minister for New and Re...... Click here to read this release
World Wind Energy Conference to convene in Kingston, Ontario
Published Thu, 19 Jun 2008 17:04:22 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Energy, Business, and Environment Editors and Reporters World Wind Energy Conference 2008 to convene in Kingston, Ontario Conference will deliver an international, national and local perspective on renewable power policy and climate change (Kingston, Ontario) Next week, the World Wind Energy Conference 2008 will take place in Kingston, Ontario. Confirmed keynote speakers will include Dr. David Suzuki, Dr. Hermann Scheer, and Ontario Minist...... Click here to read this release
Fifthshire Homes opens energy efficient ‘EnviroHome’
Published Thu, 19 Jun 2008 13:36:04 EST Read More
Media Release – For Immediate Release Fifthshire Homes celebrated for energy efficient ‘EnviroHome’ Ontario’s Chief Energy Conservation Officer tours latest Ontario community and presents Certificate of Recognition (Georgina, Ontario, June 19, 2008) This afternoon, Peter Love, Ontario's Chief Energy Conservation Officer helped Fifthshire Homes Vice President, Joe Vella and other representatives celebrate energy efficient home building in Georgina. Julia Munro, MPP...... Click here to read this release
Wild Weather: How Municipalities can Adapt to Climate Change
Published Wed, 18 Jun 2008 13:01:41 EST Read More
This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe is cited as the author. She can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. Wild Weather: How Municipalities can Adapt to Climate Change As the results of climate change become increasingly ...... Click here to read this release
Canada in court for violating federal climate change law
Published Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:48:30 EST Read More
Media Release – For Immediate Release Canada in court for violating federal climate change law Lawsuit demands government obey the will of Parliament TORONTO, June 18, 2008 – Today, Canada became the first country ever to be brought to court for failing to comply with its legal commitments to combat global warming. Pro-bono lawyers from Paliare Roland Barristers and Ecojustice (formerly Sierra Legal Defence Fund) presented legal arguments on behalf of Friends of the...... Click here to read this release
Canada’s Bernard James wins Natural Gas Vehicle World Champion Award in Brazil
Published Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:09:31 EST Read More
For Immediate Release Canada’s Bernard James wins Natural Gas Vehicle World Champion Award in Brazil Former Government of Canada Chief of Transportation Technology recognized for leadership and innovation in alternative fuel vehicles (Ottawa, ON, June 18, 2008) Canada’s Bernard James was one of four recipients of the NGV World Champion Award at the biennial International Association of Natural Gas Vehicles Conference held recently in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The awards...... Click here to read this release
Element-System sets sights on North American residential market
Published Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:26:02 EST Read More
German storage solution company sets sights on North American residential market Element-System seeks Canadian and US dealers (Dallas, Texas, June 17, 2008) Element-System of Germany, a manufacturer with a half century long legacy of producing commercial display and storage systems for the retail fixturing segment, is expanding its reach into the home storage sector in both Canada and the United States (US). Guenter Steudle, Managing Director of Element-System, observed,...... Click here to read this release
Canadian delegation attends Lifestyle of Health and Sustainability (LOHAS) conference in Colorado
Published Tue, 17 Jun 2008 08:45:26 EST Read More
Media Release Attention: Lifestyle, environment and business reporters Canadian delegation will attend Lifestyle of Health and Sustainability (LOHAS) conference in Colorado (Colorado, June 17, 2008) A contingent of Canadians, each involved in the LOHAS sector, is attending the 12th LOHAS conference in Denver/Boulder Colorado (June 18-21st, 2008). The agenda for the sold out conference can be found www.lohas.com/forum/. Ellen Karp of Anerca International has years of exper...... Click here to read this release
Canadian Government to be challenged in court for failing to uphold Kyoto Accord
Published Mon, 16 Jun 2008 10:04:04 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: News, Environment, Government, Politics Canadian Government to be challenged in court for failing to uphold federal climate change law Lawyers will argue in court that Kyoto commitment broken TORONTO - Canada will be the first country ever to be brought to court for its failure to comply with domestic law and meet its international commitments to combat global warming. On behalf of Friends of the Earth Canada (FOE), pro-bono lawyers from P...... Click here to read this release
The Innovolve Group launches Canada's first Green Meeting Guide
Published Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:40:35 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Environment, News, Business, Assignment Editors and Reporters First Canada Green Meeting Guide launched by The Innovolve Group (TORONTO, June 11, 2008) –The inaugural Canada Green Meeting Guide (CGMG), is a print and online directory designed to assist the meeting, hotel and conventions industry adopt more environmentally friendly practices. Distribution of the Guide to 13,000 Canadian-based convention and meeting organizing professionals begins immediately. ...... Click here to read this release
Green$aver teams up with WISE to provide affordable solar water heating solutions
Published Wed, 11 Jun 2008 10:01:54 EST Read More
A WISE move for Toronto residents Green$aver teams up with WISE to provide affordable solar water heating solutions (Toronto, Ontario, June 11, 2008) Green$aver, Ontario’s largest non-profit organization dedicated to advancing environmental energy efficiency, has been awarded the contract for project management and implementation of a solar water heating initiative by WISE—West Toronto Initiative for Solar Energy. The program is available to residents in the area (NW of B...... Click here to read this release
Hot weather and the cottage: Energy saving tips from Ontario's Chief Energy Conservation Officer
Published Fri, 6 Jun 2008 12:11:45 EST Read More
Every Kilowatt Counts - Even at the cottage! Easy ways to stay comfortable and save money this summer When you take off for cottage country this summer, don't leave energy conservation behind! Remember, you're essentially running two households, so make sure you use energy wisely both at home and the cottage. With over half a million cottages across Canada, cottagers can make a very positive impact. Many of the energy-saving ideas that have worked around your home will wor...... Click here to read this release
First Nations Chief invites Norwegian King to British Columbia to witness the devestating effects of Norwegian fish farms on wild salmon
Published Fri, 6 Jun 2008 10:08:38 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity:
Chief Bob Chamberlin from the Kwicksutaineuk-ah-kwa-mish First Nation in British Columbia will deliver a letter inviting Norwegian King to see the operation of Marine Harvest fish farms on the Canadian west coast.
WHEN:
Friday, June 6, 2008 from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm (Norwegian Central European Summer Time)
Friday, June 6, 2008 from 5:00 am to 11:00 am (Canadian EST)
WHAT:
First Nations Chief from British Columbia, Canada to present l......
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New law gives Canadians legal right to healthy environment
Published Thu, 5 Jun 2008 10:47:23 EST Read More
For Immediate Release New law gives Canadians legal right to healthy environment Cornerstone environmental legislation introduced by environmental groups Ottawa, Ontario, June 5, 2008 - Three leading environmental organizations are using the United Nations' World Environment Day to launch the first Canadian Environmental Bill of Rights (CEBR), model legislation that would enshrine in law the right of all Canadians to a healthy environment. The proposed Environmenta...... Click here to read this release
Green Energy Act will keep Ontario from being a "have not" province
Published Mon, 2 Jun 2008 09:45:22 EST Read More
Green Energy Act will keep Ontario from being a "have-not" province (Toronto, June 2, 2008) At Queen’s Park this morning, a broad coalition of farmers, environmentalists, First Nations and industry associations called upon the Province to create North America’s first Green Energy Act. The Act would build on recent successes and ensure Ontario does not become an energy “have-not” jurisdiction but rather a continent-wide leader. This briefing is the first step in the Ontario S...... Click here to read this release
One millionth Atlantic salmon begins journey to Lake Ontario
Published Wed, 28 May 2008 10:53:00 EST Read More
Attention: News, Assignment, Outdoor, Conservation Editors and Reporters Ontario Minister of Natural Resources joins representatives from Banrock Station Wines to mark historic moment (Toronto, Ontario, May 28, 2008) Ontario's Minister of Natural Resources joined representatives from Banrock Station Wines, the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters and the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) to celebrate the release the one millionth Atlantic Salmon into the Cred...... Click here to read this release
Conservation Council of Ontario and Ontario’s Chief Energy Conservation Officer unveil multilingual ‘Doors Closed’ posters
Published Tue, 27 May 2008 12:51:14 EST Read More
Media Advisory
Attention: News, Energy, Business
Conservation Council of Ontario and Ontario’s Chief Energy Conservation Officer unveil multilingual ‘Doors Closed’ posters in time for air conditioner season
Posters available in 9 different languages to reflect the diverse make-up of city
WHAT:
Witness the unveiling of new multilingual ‘Doors Closed’ posters for restaurants and retail stores in Toronto. By placing a poster on the front door, businesses......
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Canadian Institute for Environmental Law and Policy calls for mandatory labeling of nanomaterials in common products
Published Wed, 21 May 2008 10:52:11 EST Read More
Media Release - For Immediate Release Consumers uninformed about nanomaterials in common products New CIELAP report calls for mandatory labeling of nanomaterials in cosmetics, personal care products, and cleaning agents (Toronto, May 21, 2008) – In Canada, approximately 80 companies have been identified as working on products that contain nano-materials. The Canadian Institute for Environmental Law and Policy (CIELAP) released a report today its report entitled Upd...... Click here to read this release
Group challenges BC Government's right to regulate fish farms
Published Tue, 6 May 2008 14:16:51 EST Read More
Noted salmon scientist, tourism operators and commercial fishers file Constitutional challenge in effort to save BC wild salmon fishery Group challenges BC Government's right to regulate fish farms (May 6, 2008, Vancouver, BC) Biologist Alexandra Morton, the Area E Gill-netters Association, the Vessels Owners Association and the Wilderness Tourism Association have filed a petition in the BC Supreme Court challenging the Constitutional right of the BC Government to regu...... Click here to read this release
Over 600 people to paddle the Don River in support of important clean up efforts for historic Toronto waterway
Published Fri, 2 May 2008 08:29:48 EST Read More
Attention: News, Assignment and Outdoor Reporters and Editors Over 600 people to paddle the Don River in support of important clean up efforts for historic Toronto waterway Corporate teams to participate in the Banrock Station Corporate Canoe Challenge as ‘Paddle the Don’ celebrates 15th anniversary (Toronto, May 2008) This Sunday, hundreds of people will grab a paddle, jump into a kayak or canoe, and float down the Don River as part of the celebrations surroun...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights Magazine reveals Canada’s greenest grocers
Published Thu, 1 May 2008 09:19:59 EST Read More
Corporate Knights Magazine reveals Canada’s greenest grocers (Toronto, Canada, May 1, 2008) Corporate Knights Magazine unveiled the first-annual Corporate Knights Green Grocer Report Card in its inaugural Food Issue. The ranking looks at the ways major Canadian grocery chains promote and integrate environmental issues into the shopping experience. The results are as follows: Mainstream grocers 1. Loblaw Companies Limited: C+ 2. Safeway Inc.: C 3. Metro Inc.: C 4. Sobeys I...... Click here to read this release
Canadian manufacturer steals the spotlight and brings home prestigious award from the 2008 Hearth and Home EXPO
Published Tue, 29 Apr 2008 17:07:21 EST Read More
Canadian manufacturer steals the spotlight and brings home prestigious award from the 2008 Hearth and Home EXPO The Renaissance Rumford™ 1000 is the first open air fireplace to win gold (St. Jerome, Quebec, April 2008) A Canadian company has won gold at the 2008 HPBA Expo (Hearth Patio and Barbecue Association) in Atlanta for its revolutionary design. Rumford Fireplaces Renaissance Rumford™ 1000 won Best Wood Fireplace, The Daniel J. Melcon Award for Best-in-Show and the ...... Click here to read this release
Southwestern Ontario community to become the latest to offer ENERGY STAR® qualified homes
Published Mon, 14 Apr 2008 17:44:42 EST Read More
Media Advisory: Attention Home/News/Assignment Editors Southwestern Ontario community to become the latest to offer ENERGY STAR® qualified homes (Delhi, Ontario) Ed Debusschere Custom Homes Limited and EnerQuality Corporation invite media to attend the launch of the latest environmentally sustainable and energy efficient community. Built to the strict technical qualifications of the ENERGY STAR for New Homes initiative, Norfolk Fairway Estates will help reduce total home energy con...... Click here to read this release
Toronto Bike Summit 2008
Published Thu, 3 Apr 2008 13:15:40 EST Read More
Media Advisory: Attention News, City, Transportation, Health, Environment and Assignment Editors Toronto Bike Summit 2008 Leading international bicycle transportation experts to discuss policies to encourage cycling (Toronto, 2008) On Friday April 25th, join leading transportation thinkers, practitioners and decision-makers at Bike Summit 2008. The Toronto Coalition for Active Transportation (TCAT) and the Clean Air Partnership (CAP) are hosting this unique one-d...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Minister of Energy and Chief Energy Conservation Officer to help celebrate the grand opening of Green$aver’s new headquarters
Published Thu, 3 Apr 2008 10:33:31 EST Read More
Attention: News, Energy, Environment and Community Calendar Editors Ontario Minister of Energy and Chief Energy Conservation Officer to help celebrate the grand opening of Green$aver’s new headquarters Celebration will also recognize Green$aver for completing 35,000 home energy audits (Toronto) Green$aver, the leading GTA home energy audit and non-profit, environmental energy efficient company is inviting the public and friends to join them as they celebrate th...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity: Statistics Canada - Commuting Trends and Bicycling
Published Wed, 2 Apr 2008 16:32:25 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity: Usman Valiante, Director, Cycling Advocacy, Bicycle Trade Association of Canada What: Mr. Valiante is available to discuss the 2006 Statistics Canada Census data concerning Canadian transportation trends and the dramatic increase in bicycle use across Canada. Mr. Valiante will discuss the 20% increase since 2001 of Canadians who have adopted the bike as their primary method of transportation and the rise in the number of females over their male counterp...... Click here to read this release
How to get the most out of your new bike
Published Wed, 2 Apr 2008 08:59:54 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from Janet O’Connell, Executive Director of the Bicycle Trade Association of Canada (BTAC). It is available for publishing at no charge, provided Ms. O’Connell is cited as the author. She may be reached at 905-853-5031. Gear up for spring! How to get the most out of your new bike With spring just around the corner, so is another cycling season. For many people, this will mean purchasing a new bike. The first thing you need to ...... Click here to read this release
GreenTbiz and GTA business owners provide online video tips for going green
Published Tue, 1 Apr 2008 16:37:22 EST Read More
Media Release – For Immediate Release Attention: News / City / Business/ Energy / Technology Reporters and Editors GTA business owners provide online video tips for going green greenTbiz program a practical way to become eco-friendly, save money (Toronto ON – April 1, 2008) Everyone is trying to reduce their ecological footprint these days, and there are many ways to do it. Knowing where to start isn’t easy. But local businesses can begin with greenTbiz Sm...... Click here to read this release
Scientific report says sea lice has spread to British Columbia’s most lucrative fish stock
Published Mon, 31 Mar 2008 17:27:08 EST Read More
*High resolution images of juvenile salmon infected with sea lice are available Scientific report says sea lice has spread to British Columbia’s most lucrative fish stock Campbell River Salmon and Herring worth nearly $80 million to province last year Echo Bay, British Columbia, March 31, 2008 - The latest scientific paper on sea lice reports that infestations have spread to juvenile pink, chum, and sockeye salmon as well as juvenile herring near Campbell River fi...... Click here to read this release
Budget extends PST exemption on bikes and accessories to 2010
Published Wed, 26 Mar 2008 19:47:10 EST Read More
Media Release – For Immediate Release Ontario breaks for bikes Budget extends PST exemption on bikes and accessories to 2010 (Toronto, March 26, 2008) Ontario’s latest provincial budget features a two year extension of the tax holiday on bikes, introduced last December. Bikes that cost less than $1,000, bike helmets and select bike safety equipment are exempt from the Ontario Provincial Sales Tax (PST) until December 31, 2010. Pete Lilly, President of the Bicycl...... Click here to read this release
Going Green Was Never Easier!
Published Thu, 13 Mar 2008 15:39:32 EST Read More
Going Green Was Never Easier! Interview Opportunity: Chris Winter, the Executive Director of the Conservation Council of Ontario is available to speak about how the new, community-based, “Conservation Action Network” will bring together a variety of groups and businesses offering green solutions to help Torontonians achieve their environmental goals. WHAT: To launch the Toronto Conservation Action Network, the Council is co-hosting five community conservation fai...... Click here to read this release
Earth-friendly Valentine Day tips
Published Tue, 12 Feb 2008 12:05:57 EST Read More
Media Release attn: Lifestyle and Environment editors Sierra Club of Canada - Ontario Chapter and Valentines Day Media Release Earth-friendly Valentine Day tips • Bake cookies or other goodies for your valentine and package them in reusable and/or recyclable containers as gifts. • Buy cards that use recyclable paper, send e-mail cards, or make your own. • Buy organic flowers or live bushes, shrubs, or trees that can be planted in the spring • Give green g...... Click here to read this release
Canada's most sustainable cities revealed
Published Mon, 11 Feb 2008 14:56:46 EST Read More
Canada's most sustainable cities revealed Saint John, New Brunswick ranks highest in water use while Iqaluit, Nunavut scores lowest on car use (Toronto, Canada, February 11, 2008) Today, Corporate Knights Magazine unveiled the second-annual Corporate Knights Sustainable Cities Ranking list. The comprehensive ranking identifies Canadian cities whose practices leave the smallest environmental footprint possible and create a healthy, thriving population. The top cities in th...... Click here to read this release
EnerQuality and Ontario home builders raise $10,000 for Habitat for Humanity Canada
Published Wed, 30 Jan 2008 11:27:48 EST Read More
*High-Resolution photo available Builders accept challenge and help push ENERGY STAR for New Homes initiative past the 10,000 home mark (Toronto, January 30, 2008) A watershed moment was recently celebrated in energy efficient and sustainable home building in Ontario. At the recently held 2007 EnerQuality Awards, representatives from EnerQuality Corporation and Tartan Homes met with Habitat for Humanity Canada to present a cheque for $10,000 in recognition of the 10,...... Click here to read this release
Funds to help Ontarians develop and own renewable energy projects
Published Tue, 29 Jan 2008 09:26:46 EST Read More
Funds to help Ontarians develop and own renewable energy projects First round grants totalling $1.1 million announced for community power (Toronto, Ontario, January 29, 2008) The Community Power Fund announced the disbursement of $1.1 million in grant money today to community groups for the development of local renewable energy projects. The Community Power Fund was founded in 2007 by the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) with $3 million in seed ...... Click here to read this release
Kincardine site of Ontario’s first energy-efficient, geothermal homes
Published Fri, 25 Jan 2008 10:58:04 EST Read More
Media Advisory – Attention Home/News/Assignment Editors Kincardine site of Ontario’s first energy-efficient, geothermal homes Reid's Heritage Homes to announce ENERGY STAR qualification for all new homes (Kincardine, Ontario) Reid's Heritage Homes and EnerQuality Corporation (which oversees the ENERGY STAR® for New Homes initiative in Ontario) invite all media to the launch of Ontario’s first and largest geothermal energy-efficient community. The Reid's Heritage Ho...... Click here to read this release
Clothesline policy change in Ontario
Published Mon, 21 Jan 2008 12:25:58 EST Read More
Attention: News/Assignment/Energy/Environment Reporters and Editors Ontario Clothesline policy change : Interview Opportunity: Province of Ontario to designate clotheslines under the Conservation Leadership Act WHO: Chris Winter, Executive Director, The Conservation Council of Ontario WHEN: Monday, January 21, 2008 WHAT: Mr. Winter is available for comment on the Provincial initiative to remove municipal bans and developer covenants against ...... Click here to read this release
Ontario to change how e-waste is processed
Published Mon, 21 Jan 2008 12:08:44 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe is cited as the author. She can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.ca. Dianne Saxe Environmental Law Specialist Ontario to change how e-waste is processed Each year, Canadians spend millions of dollars on the latest electronic...... Click here to read this release
‘Our Green Home’, Ontario's largest green ideas publication, sets 2008 publication dates
Published Fri, 18 Jan 2008 10:28:47 EST Read More
Launches geographically zoned distribution for environmentally motivated households (January 18, 2008) Our Green Home (OGH) is a quarterly publication developed to inform Ontario homeowners about green products, services and practices that will make their homes healthier and reduce their environmental impact. Our Green Home is a joint venture of the Green Group and Metroland Media Group. The first issue of OGH distributed through the Metroland Media Group of newspapers last fall, was m...... Click here to read this release
Ontario homebuilding leaders celebrated at the 2007 EnerQuality Awards of Excellence
Published Thu, 17 Jan 2008 12:06:36 EST Read More
*High-Resolution images available Attention: News/Energy/Building/Assignment Editors and Reporters Ontario homebuilding leaders celebrated at the 2007 EnerQuality Awards of Excellence Growth in energy efficient and sustainable home building generates more award categories (Toronto, January 17, 2008) Industry professionals and builders gathered today to celebrate the best in energy efficient sustainable homebuilding as the 2007 EnerQuality Awards were handed out at the ...... Click here to read this release
Canadians are ready to make a change!
Published Thu, 17 Jan 2008 11:54:22 EST Read More
Canadians are ready to make a change! Project Porchlight delivers one million energy-efficient light bulbs to Canadian homes Ottawa, January 17, 2008 - Kevin Flynn, Parliamentary Assistant to Ontario Environment Minister John Gerretsen, joined members of Project Porchlight today to help celebrate the award-winning grassroots campaign’s landmark delivery of one million free energy-efficient light bulbs to Canadians. “It’s been said many times that we have the technol...... Click here to read this release
Ontario building professionals and homebuilders to be recognized at the 2007 EnerQuality Awards of Excellence ceremony
Published Mon, 14 Jan 2008 09:32:56 EST Read More
Media Advisory: Attention: News/Energy/Building/Assignment Editors and Reporters Ontario building professionals and homebuilders to be recognized at the 2007 EnerQuality Awards of Excellence ceremony What: Presentation of the 2007 EnerQuality Awards of Excellence for energy efficient new housing When: Thursday, January 17, 2007, 12:00 p.m. Where: Westin Prince Hotel, 900 York Mills Road, Toronto, Ontario Join EnerQuality Corporati...... Click here to read this release
Toronto condominium becomes first residential building in North America to adopt LED lighting as primary lighting source
Published Tue, 8 Jan 2008 09:59:37 EST Read More
*High Resolution photos available Media Release: Attention News/City/Energy/Electricity Reporters and Assignment Editors Toronto condominium becomes first residential building in North America to adopt LED lighting as primary lighting source Ontario manufactured LED installation part of over $2 million in energy efficiency and interior renovations to the landmark Palace Pier condominium (Toronto, January 8, 2007) Today, a premiere Toronto waterfront condominium ...... Click here to read this release
Global Warming concern influences Canadian holiday gift giving
Published Thu, 20 Dec 2007 16:09:28 EST Read More
Media Release – For Immediate Release Global Warming concern influences Canadian holiday gift giving 74% of shoppers surveyed, link energy use to global warming (Toronto, December 20, 2007) According to an independent survey of 1,050 Canadians released by WWF-Canada, nearly a third of Canadians’ gift selection this holiday season has been influenced by concern about climate change. At the same time, while eight out of ten respondents surveyed indicate...... Click here to read this release
Is Organic making a difference?
Published Mon, 17 Dec 2007 10:42:52 EST Read More
Food with a Vision: Visionary Farmers, Visionary Consumers Join Canadian Organic Growers as they explore how organics is making a difference. Who is making this vision real? What is your role? Hear farmers, researchers, local food security advocates and community organizations discuss the state of Canada's food system and share a positive vision for the future. Opening Keynote Address: “A Visionary County” Helge Hellberg, Marin Organic Marin County (Cali...... Click here to read this release
Province-wide distribution of 25,000 energy efficiency kits to Ontario First Nations households nears completion
Published Mon, 10 Dec 2007 11:11:48 EST Read More
Six Nations Territory Energy Efficiency Kit distribution guaranteed by involvement of Gil & Essie Martin's Walk with Me for Diabetes program (Oshweken, Ontario, December 10, 2007) This summer and fall an army of students and volunteers fanned out across Ontario First Nations communities to deliver Mana-cha-toon Wash-ti-ni-gun or Conserve the Light (CTL) energy efficiency kits. The Conserve the Light project has delivered energy conservation kits to almost all of the 25,000 ...... Click here to read this release
25,000 "Energy GreenBoxes™" delivered to Ontario low-income families through Ontario's food banks
Published Thu, 6 Dec 2007 11:30:28 EST Read More
Attention News, Community and Assignment Editors 25,000 "Energy GreenBoxes™" delivered to Ontario low-income families through Ontario's food banks (Toronto, December 6, 2007) This holiday season, Friends of the Earth Canada (FOE Canada) and the Ontario Association of Food Banks (OAFB) are helping low-income families save money and energy while improving the comfort of their homes. Food Bank clients in Ajax, Barrie, Beamsville, Brampton, Lindsay, Mississauga, Niagara Falls, ...... Click here to read this release
Welland receives kudos for energy efficiency
Published Thu, 6 Dec 2007 10:38:00 EST Read More
Media Release: For Immediate Release Welland receives kudos for energy efficiency Chief Energy Conservation Officer presents award for LED Streetlights (Welland, December 5, 2007) Peter Love, Ontario's Chief Energy Conservation Officer, awarded the Mayor of Welland a Certificate of recognition for the city's installation of LED (Light Emitting Diode) streetlights. The ceremony took place during this evening's Council meeting. LED lights typically use less tha...... Click here to read this release
Priorities must reflect ecological limits, warns Environmental Commissioner
Published Tue, 4 Dec 2007 10:45:24 EST Read More
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Priorities must reflect ecological limits, warns Environmental Commissioner
(Toronto, December 4, 2007) Ontario’s plans for growth and development are not reconciled with our priorities of preserving and protecting our natural environment, warned Gord Miller, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario (ECO). Mr. Miller, who monitors compliance by provincial ministries with the Environmental Bill of Rig......
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Canada under fire for flouting federal global warming law
Published Thu, 29 Nov 2007 08:23:14 EST Read More
MEDIA RELEASE For Immediate Release (Ottawa, Canada, November 29, 2007) Just days before Canadian Environment Minister John Baird leaves for the UN Climate Change Conference in Bali, Canada is facing a second legal challenge for missing a key deadline under global warming legislation passed into law earlier this year. The government was served late yesterday with a second Application for Judicial Review for violating the Kyoto Protocol Implementation Act (KPIA), the Canadian federal ...... Click here to read this release
Lead, Children and Crime
Published Fri, 16 Nov 2007 08:42:25 EST Read More
To the Editor: Here is the next column (November 16, 2007) by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe. Previously bi-monthly, new columns will come out on a monthly basis, mid-month. These columns are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe is cited as the author. She can be contacted at 416-962-5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, see www.envirolaw.com. For previous columns or to suggest topics which you would like Dr. Saxe to address, contact Brent Kulba ...... Click here to read this release
LED is lighting up while lightening the load
Published Mon, 12 Nov 2007 14:26:10 EST Read More
MEDIA RELEASE
For Immediate Release – Photos Available
(Washington, DC – November 12th, 2007) - CRS Electronics of Welland, (Ontario), Canada, a noted Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting manufacturer today released its new LED lighting products for general illumination at the 2007 eeGLOBAL 2007 ENERGY EFFICIENCY GLOBAL FORUM & EXPOSITION in Washington, DC.
As seen to date in traffic signals, tail lights, exit signs, holiday lights and architectural displays, LED is swiftly moving fr......
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Save with GreenSaver home energy audit gift certificates
Published Fri, 9 Nov 2007 09:44:19 EST Read More
Bah humbug! This season, be a scrooge and save with the GreenSaver home energy audit gift certificate (Toronto, November 2007) Just in time for the holiday season, GreenSaver, the non-profit leader in home energy efficiency audits, is giving consumers the gift of improving home energy efficiency with home energy audit gift certificates. Consumers can choose either a preliminary energy assessment or a complete preliminary and post energy assessment to give as a gift certif...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Forestry Association supports real Christmas trees this season
Published Wed, 31 Oct 2007 12:54:06 EST Read More
Media Release - Attention Editors
Real Christmas trees are the environmentally friendly choice
(October 30, 2007) The winter season is around the corner and Canadians will soon begin searching their basements, garages and sheds for Christmas decorations.
Yet, when it comes to the most important decoration - the Christmas tree - homeowners often don't consider the benefits of choosing a real tree.
Carla Grant, Executive Director of the Ontario Forestry Association, explains why real ......
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Canadian Leadership Diversity Index results announced by Corporate Knights magazine
Published Tue, 30 Oct 2007 17:04:08 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Attention News/Business/National/Careers/Diversity Reporters and Assignment Editors (Toronto, Canada, October 31, 2007) Released today, the current issue of Corporate Knights Magazine contains the first-annual Corporate Knights Leadership Diversity Index. The Index identifies the top ten Canadian companies which have achieved the greatest visible minority and female representation in both the boardroom and the CEO’s suite. The top performing companies in the 200...... Click here to read this release
First All-Canadian Cleantech Index launched
Published Thu, 25 Oct 2007 12:31:00 EST Read More
Media Release
Attention News/Business/National/Energy Reporters and Assignment Editors
Cleantech 10™ list pinpoints the top publicly traded Cleantech companies in Canada
Next 10 Cleantech list highlights emerging Cleantech leaders of tomorrow
TORONTO, Canada, October 25, 2007 - The Corporate Knights Cleantech 10™ and Next 10 Emerging Cleantech Leaders of Tomorrow were announced at the Cleantech Forum XIV in Toronto at the Westin Harbour Castle this morning at a press conference......
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Interview Opportunity - Toronto Fashion Week: Eco-apparel and sustainable fashion
Published Tue, 23 Oct 2007 16:01:03 EST Read More
Attention Fashion Week and Lifestyle Editor/Reporter Interview Opportunity - Toronto Fashion Week: Eco-apparel and sustainable fashion (Toronto, October 24, 2007) Green product and branding expert Ellen Karp is available for interviews to talk about eco-apparel and sustainable fashion. Ms Karp is the principal and founder of Anerca: • For many years she has worked closely with brands like Hanes, Victoria’s Secret, Wonder Bra and L’Oreal. • She is widely recognized for th...... Click here to read this release
Green tips from all four Ontario provincial party leaders featured in first issue of Our Green Home
Published Tue, 2 Oct 2007 10:54:59 EST Read More
New eco-oriented publication delivered to 1.82 million Ontario households (Toronto, Oct. 2, 2007) Our Green Home is a new quarterly publication developed by the Green Group to ensure Ontario homeowners are properly informed about “green products and services.” Late in September and early October, 1.82 million Ontario households received Our Green Home as a value added supplement to their local Metroland newspapers. The premier issue is an 8 - page tabloid, which will expand to ...... Click here to read this release
Remote Ontario First Nation Communities get first Energy Conservation Kits
Published Fri, 7 Sep 2007 09:27:42 EST Read More
Media Release – For Immediate Release – Photos Available
(Thunder Bay, September 7, 2007) The delivery phase of “Mana-cha-toon Wash-ti-ni-gun,” or the “Conserve the Light” project, began this morning at Thunder Bay Airport. A Wasaya Airways plane was loaded with Energy Conservation Kits (ECK) prepared for delivery to remote First Nation communities without road access.
This initiative is part of the Provincial Energy Efficiency & Conservation Measures for Aboriginal Communit......
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Rate your conservation efforts with "I Conserve!" challenge cards
Published Thu, 9 Aug 2007 10:58:05 EST Read More
Conservation Council of Ontario distributes cards through The Beer Store's 441 retail stores across Ontario (Toronto, Ontario, August 9, 2007) By 2009, the Conservation Council of Ontario wants everyone in Ontario to say "I conserve." The goal is not to become perfect overnight, just better. To make it easy, The Council has developed a simple 10-point self assessment card people can use to rate their conservation efforts and set a personal or family target (see attached). This...... Click here to read this release