Category: Climate Change
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Late-Season Tornadoes Devastate the United States
This article looks at the November and December tornadoes experienced throughout the United States in 2021. Background Generally speaking, tornadoes can occur any time of the year. Whenever hot, moist air close to the ground collides with cooler, drier air above, thunderstorms and unstable air conditions can be created. That being said, by this time…
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Ontario’s Political Party Positions on Electric Vehicles
In November, both the Liberal and Conservative parties in Ontario announced their visions for the future of electric vehicles in the province. These announcements came months after the New Democratic Party’s (NDP) plan was revealed. This article discusses these announcements and the various political positions held surrounding EVs in the province. Background Before delving into…
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An Update on Ontario’s Highway 413
In August 2021, we published a 2-part article on the legal, ethical and ecological irresponsibilities associated with the proposed Highway 413. Access Part 1 here and Part 2 here. This article will include an update on the project and its approval. Building Ontario On November 4, 2021, Ontario’s Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy released the…
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Greenwashing Spotlight: Fashinza
This article provides a brief explanation of what greenwashing is and why it has become more common. It also includes a look at Fashinza, a business that is guilty of it. On Monday morning, my friend and sustainable fashion guru, Indra Bishnoi, shared a screenshot with me. This screenshot included an advertisement on Facebook by…
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Many Dead & Missing After Flooding Across India
In October 2021, a number of regions in India became inundated with heavy rains, causing mass flooding and landslides. This article discusses the situation. On October 15, 2021, India began experiencing mass flooding and landslides from coast to coast on a sizeable scale. Heavy rains began impacting the southwestern state of Kerala on the 15th,…
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The State of Greece: Wildfires & Flooding in 2021
In August 2021, I wrote an article titled, Wildfires Tear Through Greece, focusing on the wildfires that had been burning up acres worth of forests and homes across Greece. This article will provide an update on the situation and how extreme weather events have impacted the country. Beginning on August 3, 2021, a number of…
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A Look at the Fridays for Future TO Climate Strike
On September 24, 2021, Fridays for Future TO held a climate strike in the city’s downtown core. The march began at Queen’s Park, went down University Avenue, across Queen Street, up Bay Street, and concluded back at the park (see map below). This event went from 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm. Before the official marching…
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Justin Trudeau: Empty Promises & Climate Leadership
Justin Trudeau is the 23rd and current Prime Minister of Canada. Trudeau has held this position since November 2015 and has been the leader of the Liberal Party since 2013. In an attempt to gain more seats in Parliament and achieve a Liberal majority, the Prime Minister called for an early federal election – a…
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Water Consumption and Desalination
This article covers the topics of water consumption, desalination, and their connections to current environmental degradation and climate change. Earth is the only planet currently known to harbour life, thanks to one particular resource, water. Throughout human history, civilizations that were able to harness fresh water for consumption and agriculture thrived. It’s why we see…
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The Atlantic Ocean Current
This article explores what the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation is, its importance to the planet, and its tipping point for demise. Written by: Thomas Tinmouth This summer has really been unlike any other for a multitude of reasons. First off, we proudly watched our Canadian athletes have a historic summer Olympic Games, but with no…
The Sustainable Switch 