Stay in the flow this World Water Day
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DONATE Dear Paov,This World Water Day, dive into these inspiring stories about communities stepping up to defend their waters. Learn about efforts to protect the coast and wild salmon from fish farms, witness communities coming together to protect Burrard Inlet from Kinder Morgan, and read about the international movement to recognize the legal personhood of rivers.
We also have the answers to your questions about the proposed federal Impact Assessment Act as a Parliamentary committee begins its review of this long-awaited new law.Salmon are our buffalo: The environmental risks of fish farms in the Broughton Archipelago
Wild salmon are not just a commodity – they are connected to local economies, health, culture and spirituality.In light of recent actions to protect wild salmon from the risks posed by fish farming, West Coast’s Maxine Matilpi and Stephanie Hewson reflect on the environmental impacts and ongoing Indigenous opposition to open net-pen aquaculture on the coast of BC. Communities say no to Kinder Morgan in the courts and in the streets
Things are heating up in the fight to stop Kinder Morgan.After thousands marched in opposition to the Trans Mountain pipeline and tanker project, water protectors in Burnaby, BC continue to face arrest for violating a court injunction obtained by the company.
Staff Lawyer Eugene Kung shares an update on how we got here. I am the River, and the River is me: Legal personhood and emerging rights of nature
What does it mean for environmental protection when rivers and other natural features are recognized to have legal rights like people?In honour of World Water Day, West Coast Law Student Dan Cheater explores the history and legal framework behind the Māori and New Zealand laws that recognize the legal personality of the Whanganui River. Lessons in marine conservation from the bottom of the world
There’s a lot that Canada can learn from successful marine conservation initiatives in Antarctica.Marine Scientist Maryann Watson shares her perspective on the region’s unique ecosystems and wildlife – and the safeguards in place to protect them – after a recent journey to the Southern Ocean and Antarctic Peninsula. West Coast and allies welcome Attorney General’s commitment to anti-SLAPP law
This month we joined over 40 leading organizations and public interest advocates in support of legislation to protect British Columbians from facing costly SLAPP lawsuits (strategic lawsuits against public participation).Staff Lawyer Erica Stahl explains why we’re so committed to working with the provincial government to develop a strong anti-SLAPP law that works for BC. Questions and Answers about Canada’s Proposed New Impact Assessment Act
Curious about the details of Canada’s newly proposed Impact Assessment Act?Our legal experts have thoroughly analyzed the legislation contained in Bill C-69, and how it will change environmental decision-making. Check out this helpful Q & A by Staff Lawyer Anna Johnston to learn more about the proposed law.
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