David Coon

‘Positive cascades could help accelerate change’: social tipping points expert on fixing climate crisis The world has been too optimistic about the risk to humanity and planet – but devastation can still be avoided, says Timothy Lenton

« Solar photovoltaic power is now in a phase of self-propelling global uptake with exponential growth of installed generating capacity, doubling every two years or less. Factoring in the cost of battery storage, solar is already the cheapest source of new power » www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Le gouvernement Holt devrait augmenter le financement des services de première ligne fournis par les infirmières de santé publique, et non les supprimer.

Leur rôle n’est pas facultatif. Elles jouent un rôle fondamental pour maintenir les gens en bonne santé avant qu’ils ne tombent malades. Les supprimer est non seulement imprudent, mais aussi dangereux et irrespectueux.

Ces infirmières diplômées sont les infirmières de santé publique qui ont dirigé des programmes de vaccination, réagi à des épidémies, géré des cliniques de santé sexuelle et de réduction des risques et soutenu des familles dans le cadre de cliniques pour bébés en bonne santé.

🚨🚨🚨La première ministre Holt doit revenir sur sa décision de supprimer les postes d’infirmières de santé publique d'Horizon.

Communiqué de presse : greencaucusvert.ca/gfvd

Their roles are not optional. They are foundational to keep people well before they get sick. To eliminate them is not only short-sighted, but dangerous and disrespectful. The Holt gov't should be increasing funding to the front-line services provided by public health nurses, not eliminating them.

These Registered Nurses are the public health nurses who have led immunization programs, responded to disease outbreaks, run sexual health and harm reduction clinics, supported families through well-baby clinics, and delivered essential public health education.

🚨🚨🚨Premier Holt must reverse the decision to terminate public health nurses in Horizon.

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How the ‘evil twin’ of the climate crisis is threatening our oceans In seas around the world pH levels are falling – and scientists are increasingly frustrated that the problem is not being taken seriously enough

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‘Ticking timebomb’: sea acidity has reached critical levels, threatening entire ecosystems – study Ocean acidification has already crossed a crucial threshold for planetary health, scientists say in unexpected finding

The world’s oceans are in worse health than realised, scientists have said today, as they warn that a key measurement shows we are “running out of time” to protect marine ecosystems. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Signez notre pétition pour améliorer les transports en commun au Nouveau-Brunswick !

Signez notre pétition pour appuyer notre appel à de meilleurs transports en commun au NB: www.partivertnb.ca/publictransp...

@meganmitton.bsky.social et moi-même avons récemment pris le train de Moncton à Sackville pour nous faire une idée du service ferroviaire au NB.

Regardez la vidéo pour voir comment un meilleur transport en commun peut aider à construire un avenir résilient et à faible émission de carbone.

Sign our Petition to Improve Public Transportation in New Brunswick! Political Organization

Sign our petition to support our call for better public transportation in New Brunswick: www.greenpartynb.ca/publictransp...

@meganmitton.bsky.social and I recently took the train from Moncton to Sackville to get a first-hand look at intercity rail service in New Brunswick.

Watch the video to see what we experienced, why rail is falling behind, and how better public transit can help build a resilient, low-carbon future.

‘Half the tree of life’: ecologists’ horror as nature reserves are emptied of insects A new point in history has been reached, entomologists say, as climate-led species’ collapse moves up the food chain even in supposedly protected regions free of pesticides

This is the moment of crisis, and we must move rapidly in a different direction than Carney and Premiers plan. “We’re talking about nearly half the tree of life disappearing in one human lifetime. That is absolutely catastrophic.”
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Only strong action on emissions can restore economic stability, UN climate chief says Simon Stiell says investors ‘ready to hit the go button’ if they have the right signals from governments

“Clear and strong climate policies are an antidote to economic uncertainty,” he said. “Climate policy can help get trade flowing and economies growing, and prevent wildly destructive climate impacts.” www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Des infirmières en santé publique devront changer de poste Le redéploiement des ressources est normal en santé, dit le gouvernement du Nouveau-Brunswick, qui promet aucune perte d'emploi pour ces infirmières.

L'élimination des infirmières de santé publique et leur transfert dans les hôpitaux se traduiront par une population plus malade et un plus grand nombre de familles en difficulté. Nous devons mettre davantage l'accent sur les services de santé publique. ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/216...?

School library staff eliminated across Anglophone West as part of cost cuts for next year | CBC News Anglophone West is eliminating its entire library staff in schools across the district next year in response to a planned $9.2 million budget cut from the province.

Cutting librarians? Really!! www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

I'd also like to congratulate the 10 MPs elected in New Brunswick. We will need them to collaborate and work together in the best interest of our province in the face of the threats posed by Donald Trump.

Congratulations to Mark Carney on being elected as Canada's Prime Minister in last night's election and to Elizabeth May on being re-elected as the MP for Saanich-Gulf Islands. It is so important to have her voice in Parliament.

J'aimerais également féliciter les dix députés élus au Nouveau-Brunswick. Nous aurons besoin d'eux pour collaborer et travailler ensemble dans le meilleur intérêt de notre province face aux menaces posées par Donald Trump.

Félicitations à Mark Carney pour son élection au poste de premier ministre du Canada lors des élections de la soirée d'hier et à Elizabeth May pour sa réélection comme députée de Saanich-Gulf Islands. Il est très important que sa voix soit entendue au Parlement.

I awoke this morning. to the news that nine Filipino-Canadians were killed and many injured in Vancouver by a rampaging driver last night. It is horrifying. I want to extend my condolences to families and friends. My thoughts and prayers go out to all members of the Filipino community in Canada.

J'ai appris ce matin que neuf Filipino-Canadiens ont été tués et de nombreux autres blessés à Vancouver hier soir. C'est terrifiant. Je tiens à présenter mes condoléances aux familles et aux amis. Mes pensées et mes prières vont à tous les membres de la communauté Filipino.

Report shows huge rise in overuse of toxic pesticides in Canada A new report from Ecojustice reveals that pesticide sales in Canada increased by a staggering 47 per cent between 2011 and 2021.

Neurological disorders and cancers are some types of health risks related to toxic pesticide exposure and federal regulations are failing to keep us safe. ecojustice.ca/news/new-rep...

Seniors group rallies to push climate change back up the political priority list | CBC News A group of New Brunswick seniors say they want to push environmental issues back up the political agenda this federal election, demanding Canadians pick a party with a proven plan to tackle the climat...

Climate action can make life more affordable and greener. Moins cher et plus vert. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Solar energy is growing fast in Canada, but panels are imported. Could we try to make them here? | CBC News Between 2019 and 2024, solar energy capacity nearly doubled in Canada, but most solar companies have to import their panels from Asia. Experts say the solar industry can also support other jobs in Can...

As the Provinical govenrment develops its promised solar retrofit program, it needs to think about apartments and institutional buildings, as well as family homes.

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Banned DDT discovered in Canadian trout decades after use, research finds Potential danger to humans and wildlife from harmful pesticide discovered in fish at 10 times safety limit

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Banned DDT discovered in Canadian trout decades after use. Research found DDT pollution covers about 50% of New Brunswick province and was present in the muscle tissue of Brook trout, in some cases 10 times above the recommended wildlife guidelines.

Seniors group rallies to push climate change back up the political priority list | CBC News A group of New Brunswick seniors say they want to push environmental issues back up the political agenda this federal election, demanding Canadians pick a party with a proven plan to tackle the climat...

Seniors are fighting for the future of their children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Les personnes âgées se bat pour l'avenir de leurs enfants, petits-enfants, nièces et neveux. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...