QSA's Week in Environment (#4, 2025)
Ecological corridor funding announced; Climate change adaptation investments; New activity notices under CEPA; Terpene and Terpenoid substances assessed; Water infrastructure for First Nations.
Start Date: 2025-01-25
End Date: 2025-01-31
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Parks Canada Funds Ecological Corridor Projects
Parks Canada has allocated more than $1.3 million to support ecological corridor projects in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, aiming to enhance biodiversity and land stewardship. These initiatives, led by environmental non-profits, will involve municipal and Indigenous collaboration to improve species monitoring and land use practices. The funding is part of a broader $6 million effort to connect protected areas across Canada, aiming to conserve 30% of land and inland waters by 2030. The projects align with Canada's commitment to halting biodiversity loss by 2030.
Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca, Announcements: www.canada.ca
Climate Change Adaptation in Northern Ontario
Natural Resources Canada announced over $2.7 million to fund five projects in Northern Ontario under the Climate Change Adaptation Program. These initiatives will aid professionals and First Nation communities in climate adaptation planning and action, focusing on risk assessment and professional development. The funding supports the National Adaptation Strategy and aims to enhance community resilience against climate impacts, building on a total investment of $39.5 million.
Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca, Announcements: www.canada.ca
