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Fisheries Act
The Fisheries Act is the main federal legislation to manage and protect Canada's fisheries resources. This Act is extremely important as fisheries in Canada bring $6 billion into the Canadian economy. Fish and seafood were Canada's second largest single food export in 2015. -
Banff National Park
Banff National Park is famous for its beautiful lakes, majestic mountains and easy access to outdoor activities of all kinds. It is Canada's first National Park and the world's third national park refuge. It is also part of Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks UNESCO World Heritage Site. -
Algonquin Provincial Park
Algonquin Provincial Park was the first provincial park in Canada. It protects natural, cultural, and recreational features and values. As one of the larges provincial parks, it is biologically diverse with more than 1000 vascular plant species and over 200 vertebrates that breed within its boundaries. -
Boundary Waters Treaty
The Boundary Waters Treaty was signed to prevent and resolve disputes over the use of bodies of water shared by Canada and the United States and settle other transboundary issues. This treaty helps keep Canadian waters clean. Both Canada and the United States agree not to pollute water if people could get hurt or it could damage property in the other country. -
National Parks Service
The National Parks Service protects natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System, keeping them in their original state for enjoyment, education, and inspiration of current and future generations. The National Park Service fights to protect and restore natural and historic sites, locations of beauty, and places of utmost importance. -
Migratory Bird Convention
The Migratory Bird Convention Act is a Canadian law which contains regulations to protect migratory birds, their eggs, and their nests from destruction due to wood harvesting, hunting, trafficking and commercialization. This act was created to regulate the bird's harvest and ensure the preservation of either harmless or beneficial species. -
Canada National Parks Act
The Canada National Parks Act is a federal law that regulates the protection of natural areas of national significance. This act establishes the Agency to ensure that national parks, national historic sites and related heritage areas are protected and presented for current and future generations. -
Canadian Wildlife Federation
The Canadian Wildlife Federation is a national, nonprofit, nongovernmental conservation organization. It was created to help Canadians understand Canada's wildlife and ensure that all species are preserved for everyone's use and enjoyment. -
Greenpeace
Greenpeace is a global network of independent campaigning organizations that peacefully protest and use creative methods to expose environmental issues and promote solutions for a better future. Their goal is to ensure the Earth can support life in all its diversity. Greenpeace promotes positive change through actions that protect the natural world and promote peace. -
Arctic Waters Pollution Prevention Act
The Arctic Waters Pollution Prevention Act is an act to prevent pollution in areas of the Arctic waters adjacent to the mainland and islands of the Canadian Arctic. This act regulates the deposit of domestic and industrial waste in Arctic waters and on Arctic land, and the deposit of waste by ships. -
Canada-US Air Quality Agreement
The Canada-US Air Quality Agreement was established to address transboundary air pollution. This agreement committed the two countries to significantly reduce emissions of pollutants that cause acid rain and contribute to smog. The Air Quality Committee was also set up to report every two years on progress. -
Ontario Environmental Bill of Rights
The Ontario Environmental Bill of Rights acknowledges the value of the natural environment and a person's right to a healthy environment. The goal of this Bill is to protect, conserve, and restore the environment. This Bill of Rights also recognizes that the Ontario government is mainly responsible for protecting the environment, however, it also grants Ontarians the right to participate in environmental decisions and hold the government accountable for them. -
Clayoquot Sound Blockade
The Clayoquot Sound Blockade was a series of protests against clearcutting in Clayoquot Sound, British Columbia. These protests were a major moment for environmental activism in B.C. and shaped what has happened since, both in terms of forestry practices and the conservation movement. -
Kyoto Protocol
The Kyoto Protocol makes the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change work by requiring developed countries to limit and reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. The Convention only requires these countries to create policies for reducing emissions and report on their progress. -
Canadian Environmental Protection Act
The Canadian Environmental Protection Act is a law passed by the Government of Canada to protect the environment and people's health. It allows the government to regulate and control pollution and toxic substances. As well, it helps to manage waste and protect natural resources. This act helps to prevent pollution, protect the environment, and promote sustainable development. -
Species at Risk Act
The Species at Risk Act is a federal law with three main goals: to prevent species from going extinct, to help endangered species recover, and to manage species of special concern to keep them from becoming endangered. SARA is important because it protects Canada's wildlife. -
Ontario Clean Water Act
The Ontario Clean Water Act is a key part of Ontario's efforts to provide safe drinking water for all residents. It focuses on protecting water at its source as the initial step in the multi-barrier approach to source water protection. This act protects our Municipal Drinking Water Sources in Ontario. -
Canadian Environmental Assessment Act
The Canadian Environmental Assessment Act is a law that ensures projects like mines and pipelines are assessed for their environmental impacts before they can proceed, aiming to minimize harm and promote sustainable development. The CEAA is important because it helps protect the environment by ensuring that potential environmental impacts of projects are considered before they are allowed to proceed. -
Paris Climate Change Agreement
The Paris Climate Change Agreement is an international treaty on climate change. It represents a global effort to address climate change. It sets a framework for countries to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and limit global warming to below 2 degrees Celsius, aiming for 1.5 degrees. By bringing countries together and having them commit to these goals, the agreement provides a pathway for global cooperation in combating climate change and protecting the planet for future generations. -
Great Bear Rainforest Agreement
The Great Bear Rainforest Agreement is an agreement that more old and second-growth forests will be protected, while still providing opportunities for economic development and jobs for local First Nations. This agreement is important as it represents a massive step in the conservation of one of the world's largest remaining temperate rainforests.