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West Coast Environmental Law

@wcelaw

We're a nonprofit org safeguarding the environment through legal solutions that bridge Indigenous & Canadian law 👉 Follow us on BlueSky: wcelaw.bsky.social

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Amidst tariff threats & climate impacts, the term “critical minerals” evokes a sense of nationalism and urgency, and has been the subject of intensive lobbying by the mining industry. This primer by Nikki Skuce fact-checks and broadens the convo 👇 #bcpoli northernconfluence.ca/wp-content/upl…

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Watch now: Joe Karthein of Save What's Left Conservation Society spotlights current proposed clear cuts around the Nelson area, the current state of BC forestry practices and industry lobbying, and what's needed to protect remaining primary forests in BC. youtube.com/watch?app=desk…

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Nisga'a Ts'amiks Vancouver Society is inviting community members to welcome in the Nisga'a new year 🎇 Hoobiyee celebrations and activities are happening today and tomorrow at the PNE Forum (2901 E Hastings). Program below! tsamiks.com/hoobiyee

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A recording of our #HighSeasTreaty webinar with Oceans North is up 💻 The treaty is an agreement to protect marine life in parts of the ocean beyond any country’s jurisdiction. We get into opportunities & obstacles in its path to implementation in Canada youtube.com/watch?v=qDbz-w…

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“Superfunds" and other tools to #MakePollutersPay (like Sue Big Oil) aim to relieve the burden of climate costs from taxpayers – looking to fossil fuel companies that profit from products that cause the destruction counterpunch.org/2025/03/03/who…

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#ClimateAction and disaster risk management are sidelined in #BCBudget2025, despite back-to-back extreme wildfire seasons and flooding events which have displaced thousands of people and caused billions in damages. #bcpoli vancouversun.com/news/bc-budget…

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WCEL Lawyer Anna Johnston was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal in recognition of her exceptional contributions to climate and enviro protection 👏 Anna reflects on this honour and why it’s critical to keep pushing for action in this Q&A wcel.org/blog/west-coas…

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Check out Wonders of the Salish Sea, a speaker series where local experts will share their passion and knowledge on the incredible ecosystems and wildlife of the #SalishSea. Program below 🌊 wondersofthesalishsea.com

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Here's an analysis of what we might expect from Mark Carney on #ClimatePolicy and action, such as #NetZero policies, #CleanEnergy plans, oil & gas industry standards, and what's next after the carbon tax. #cdnpoli thenarwhal.ca/mark-carney-ta…

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New poll: Most Canadians want Canada to invest in #RenewableEnergy instead of fossil fuel developments ➕ want Canada to follow through on nature & climate commitments despite the US administration's decisions. More details 👇 #cdnpoli David Suzuki FDN davidsuzuki.org/press/majority…

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Hiring: We're looking for an Environmental / #IndigenousRights lawyer to join us! If you're passionate about advancing environmental sustainability, social justice and Indigenous self-determination, apply by April 20 & help us by sharing with your circles wcel.org/job-posting/en…

Hiring: We're looking for an Environmental / #IndigenousRights lawyer to join us! If you're passionate about advancing environmental sustainability, social justice and Indigenous self-determination, apply by April 20 & help us by sharing with your circles wcel.org/job-posting/en…
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This troubling #Greenpeace verdict reminds us of the essential role that anti-SLAPP laws (like BC's Protection of Public Participation Act) play in a healthy democracy, to prevent powerful actors from weaponizing lawsuits to silence valid concerns theguardian.com/environment/20…

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West Coast is looking for a Donor Relations Coordinator to join our team 🔍 Help support our fundraising capacity so we can keep working towards a more just, sustainable future. Apply by April 20 | Details: wcel.org/job-posting/do…

West Coast is looking for a Donor Relations Coordinator to join our team 🔍 Help support our fundraising capacity so we can keep working towards a more just, sustainable future. Apply by April 20 | Details: wcel.org/job-posting/do…
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These positive outcomes continue to pave the way towards Big Oil's day of reckoning in court, and is inspiring for other movements aiming #MakePollutersPay their fair share of climate costs, like Sue Big Oil here in BC. #ClimateLitigation corporateknights.com/category-clima…