Earth Day began with people demanding action, and that spirit lives on today. While challenges remain, we are inspired by real change. Lately, the Artemis II crew’s view of Earth reminded us what’s at stake. What’s giving you hope? Please consider supporting our work: www.ecelaw.ca/donate
Canada’s next phase of the Nature Strategy, A Force of Nature, outlines a roadmap to protect 30% of land and oceans by 2030, but key questions remain. ECEL will continue to follow and share updates.
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Thank you to everyone who joined our youth workshops in NB over the past two weeks on the legal right to a healthy environment!
Bill 23 will be debated in the Legislature this Thursday afternoon, March 26.
Link to NB Lung's form letter: nblung.ca/advocacy/the...
The International Coastal Access Symposium will feature experts, practitioners and advocates from around the world. For (free) registration to this virtual symposium, please visit the International Coastal Access Symposium 2026 registration page:
ecologyaction.ca/internationa...
We’ve added a third date for our Youth Environmental Law Workshops! Join us on March 12 in Sackville to hear from East Coast Environmental Law, EOS Eco-Energy, Divest MTA and MLA Megan Mitton about the right to a healthy environment in New Brunswick.
www.eventbrite.com/e/1984285063...
We’re co-hosting a virtual International Coastal Access Symposium in partnership with the Ecology Action Centre and Dalhousie University on Thursday, March 26 from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM AST. For more information head to: ecologyaction.ca/internationa...
Youth ages 15-25 are invited to join us in Saint John on March 18 to learn about about the role of law and policy in addressing environmental issues. Email admin@ecelaw.ca or register here on eventbrite: www.eventbrite.com/e/1982969425...
We have an opening on our Board for a volunteer treasurer. You can find the full position description at www.ecelaw.ca/job-postings
Calling all youth ages 15-25! Join us for a Youth Environmental Law Workshop on the Right to a Healthy Environment in New Brunswick.
UNB Fredericton - March 11, 4:30 - 6:30 PM
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UNB Saint John - March 18, 4:30 - 6:30 PM
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Join us on February 12 at 3 PM AT for Webinar 2 in the series with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Caucus of the Canadian Environmental Network. Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
White text over an image of the beach and waves in Gros Morne National Park, text reads, "EAC’s Statement on the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador’s withdrawal from the MOU for the South Coast Fjords National Marine Conservation Area feasibility study."
Screen capture of the EAC’s Statement on the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador’s withdrawal from the MOU for the South Coast Fjords National Marine Conservation Area feasibility study.
Screen capture of the EAC’s Statement on the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador’s withdrawal from the MOU for the South Coast Fjords National Marine Conservation Area feasibility study.
Communities asked for a plan to protect oceans and jobs. NL’s government walking away puts both at risk. Let’s work together for a sustainable future.
👉 Read the full statement here: ecologyaction.ca/resources-media/position-statements/eacs-statement-government-newfoundland-and-labradors-withdrawal
We are seeking a Research and Communications Officer to join our team for a fixed term in 2026. Check out the job posting on our website for full details: www.ecelaw.ca/job-postings
Join us this afternoon at 3PM AST for the first in a webinar series with the Canadian Environmental Network (RCEN) "What’s Going on with Federal IA? Public Engagement in Nation-Building Times"
Registration: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Next Thursday, we're participating in the first webinar in a series with the Canadian Environmental Network. Join us January 15 as we discuss "What's going on with Federal IA? Public Engagement in Nation-Building Times."
More information and registration here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Blue and white text overlaid on an image of an offshore wind turbine. Text reads, "Let's get offshore wind right. Wind licensing webinar now available on YouTube"
Want to learn how you can help shape the future of offshore wind in NS?
The Atlantic Offshore Wind Coalition’s wind licensing webinar is now available! 👉 youtu.be/ccNAKVBJqm0
Let’s work together to build an industry we’re proud of. Have your say before Jan 13 ecologyaction.ca/atlantic-off...
Today, An Act Respecting the Right to a Healthy Environment was tabled in the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick and passed First Reading. Your voice can help make this right a reality in New Brunswick!
You can sign a letter prepared by @nblung.bsky.social here: nblung.ca/adv.../the-r...
Your donation this Giving Tuesday will help us provide more communities with the tools and resources they need to protect wetlands; your support will also strengthen our capacity to advocate for stronger environmental laws and policies. Click the link to give today!
www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/141345
The Government of New Brunswick is reviewing its Clean Water Act. Visit the government website at www.gnb.ca/en/gov/engag... to learn more and provide your feedback on the review.
ICYMI: Land & Sea spent a year filming with the EAC’s Kelp Kurious project to highlight the exciting potential for a cultivated kelp sector in N.S.
🌊 To watch the full Land & Sea episode: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHgA...
Webinar alert! Learn more about how the CNSOER Call for Information will shape the future of offshore wind regulation in NS. Join us Tues, Dec 2 from 7:00-8:30 PM AST to learn how you can get involved during this public engagement process. us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#novascotia #offshorewind
The Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Energy Regulator (CNSOER) has launched a Call for Information on offshore wind. Open until January 13, 2026 - public feedback invited on Wind Energy Areas, bid criteria and draft license terms.
Visit: cnsoer.ca/renewable-en...
#offshorewind #novascotia
ECEL has teamed up with the Ecology Action Centre and the Sierra Club Canada Foundation to form the Atlantic Offshore Wind Coalition. In a recent Op-Ed, ECEL Executive Director Lisa Mitchell speaks to the role offshore wind can play in the renewable energy transition:
www.ecelaw.ca/resources-li...
Join us in Charlottetown on October 23 for a free public workshop. We want to hear from you about the direction of a future Prince Edward Island public beach access policy or legislation! Visit our eventbrite page for full details and to register:
www.eventbrite.ca/e/coastal-ac...
Today we're participating in a hearing before the Nova Scotia Energy Board to advocate in the interests of sustainable development and sustainable prosperity! We're honoured to be part of the conversation! Search "M12282" on the Board's website: nserbt.ca/nseb
The Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick’s Standing Committee on Law Amendments meets this week to hear from expert witnesses in a review of Bill 19. Staff lawyer Richelle Martin will be appearing at 11:00 AM on September 18th. Watch here:
legnb.ca/en/committee...
You can read our brief to the NB Standing Committee on Climate Change and Environmental Stewardship here: www.ecelaw.ca/resources-li...
Watch the webcast here: www.legnb.ca/en/committee...
Participate in the public review process of the Clean Air Act here: www.gnb.ca/en/gov/engag...
On August 13th we participated in a webinar for Wetlands Appreciation Week. In case you missed it, you can now watch a recording of the webinar on the Nova Scotia Environmental Network Website!
www.nsenvironmentalnetwork.com/events-webin...
We're looking forward to delivering two environmental law workshops this September in NL! Follow the links below to be taken to our Eventbrite registration pages:
www.eventbrite.ca/e/free-envir...
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On August 13th, join us for a free lunch-and-learn webinar in celebration of Wetlands Appreciation Week! This webinar will explore how landowners can protect wetlands and wildlife through legal tools, conservation options, and hands on citizen science! nsenvironmentalnetwork.com/events-webinars
On May 29th, Members of the New Brunswick Legislative Assembly moved Bill 19, An Act Respecting the Right to a Healthy Environment, to the Law Amendments Committee for further study and public consultation. See our latest newsletter at www.ecelaw.ca/newsletter for more environmental rights updates.