-
-
The cost of convenience: Why ditching plastic is a justice issue
Plastic products have been marketed to us as innocuous items of convenience. Plastic bags, food containers, candy wrappers, packaging of all kinds, meant to make life easier on the go,…
-
What do bath bombs, ice cream, and reusable coffee cups have in common?
Living your best life? Well that and some businesses offering these beloved items have teamed up to push for a strong Global Plastics Treaty via the Champions of Change –…
-
We all want truth in advertising
On June 19, Bill C-59 received its final reading. One measure of the law includes amendments to the Competition Act that will enforce greenwashing laws regarding what companies say about…
-
Plastic action on plastic villains, this #PlasticFreeJuly!
Plastic Free July is underway, and what better time than now to review some key actions you can take to help accelerate our transition to a plastic-free future.
-
Ahead of Ottawa UN negotiations: 7 out of 10 people in Canada support a Global Plastics Treaty that cuts plastic production
A Greenpeace International report revealed that 73% of respondents in Canada say cutting plastic production is necessary to stop plastic pollution.
-
Greenpeace delivers Global Plastics Treaty petition to Environment & Climate Change Canada ahead of UN negotiations
Greenpeace Canada delivered a petition this morning calling for a strong UN Plastics Treaty to the Office of Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC).
-
UNEA-6: Member States Urged to Uphold Ambition in Plastics Treaty Negotiation
As the 6th session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-6) concludes, Greenpeace renews calls for member states to push for an ambitious Global Plastics Treaty.
-
Greenpeace’s reaction to the new electric vehicle availability standard (federal)
“Governments must be bolder and speed up the transition towards electric vehicles, ending any new light-duty gasoline vehicle sales by 2030 at the latest.* Introducing an electric vehicle availability standard…
-
How to Reduce Holiday Waste: 50+ Eco-friendly Tips
The Holidays have become the most wasteful time of the year. Instead of a mounting pile of garbage and cheap things we don’t need, let’s celebrate the Holidays with our loved ones more intentionally. Explore the Low Waste Holiday guide below!
