Drew Yewchuk
@drewyewchuk.bsky.social
Phd student researching government information management, public interest lawyer, advocate for access to government information laws, cold war history enthusiast.
Comparing what is occurring in the decarbonization energy revolution to the space race: it is as if the Soviets had launched sputnik, and the U.S. responded by declaring the moon is fake.
"[China] understood climate change as a severe threat but also as an enormous industrial opportunity. If the world needed to transition away from fossil fuels and towards clean energy, China resolved to be the supplier of the enabling goods and technologies."
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As U.S. and E.U. Retreat on Climate, China Takes the Leadership Role
As U.N. talks get underway, China is emerging as a key leader in international climate efforts. It is empowering the global energy transition, and along with India and Brazil, is becoming the driving ...
e360.yale.edu
November 11, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Comparing what is occurring in the decarbonization energy revolution to the space race: it is as if the Soviets had launched sputnik, and the U.S. responded by declaring the moon is fake.
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Significantly fewer people are requesting government records in B.C., causing advocates to worry the decline signals eroding government transparency and a loss of trust in public institutions. @amandafollett.bsky.social reports. #bcpoli #foi
Are People Losing Trust in BC’s FOI System? | The Tyee
The province’s information commissioner says plunging numbers of requests should prompt questions.
thetyee.ca
November 7, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Significantly fewer people are requesting government records in B.C., causing advocates to worry the decline signals eroding government transparency and a loss of trust in public institutions. @amandafollett.bsky.social reports. #bcpoli #foi
New court decision on AlphaBow Energy Ltd. , 2025 ABKB 622, <https://canlii.ca/t/kg6fc>
(para 38) "Even if the Regulatory Exception were stayed during the currency of these CCAA proceedings, upon exiting, AlphaBow will no longer benefit from a stay of proceedings, and,
(para 38) "Even if the Regulatory Exception were stayed during the currency of these CCAA proceedings, upon exiting, AlphaBow will no longer benefit from a stay of proceedings, and,
November 6, 2025 at 6:35 PM
New court decision on AlphaBow Energy Ltd. , 2025 ABKB 622, <https://canlii.ca/t/kg6fc>
(para 38) "Even if the Regulatory Exception were stayed during the currency of these CCAA proceedings, upon exiting, AlphaBow will no longer benefit from a stay of proceedings, and,
(para 38) "Even if the Regulatory Exception were stayed during the currency of these CCAA proceedings, upon exiting, AlphaBow will no longer benefit from a stay of proceedings, and,
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Part of a general UCP policy of gutting or defunding (or in some cases both) accountability mechanisms. We see the same thing in access to information where inadequate funding leads to delays & dysfunction as demonstrated by @drewyewchuk.bsky.social in many @ablawg.bsky.social posts.
#abpoli #ableg
#abpoli #ableg
November 3, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Part of a general UCP policy of gutting or defunding (or in some cases both) accountability mechanisms. We see the same thing in access to information where inadequate funding leads to delays & dysfunction as demonstrated by @drewyewchuk.bsky.social in many @ablawg.bsky.social posts.
#abpoli #ableg
#abpoli #ableg
Starting October 23, 2025, the AER dashboard shows another 21 companies not in compliance with the 2024 Annual Mandatory Closure Spend Quotas, but bizarrely marks each administrative sanction one day ahead, so they extend out to mid-November. (1/2)
October 30, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Starting October 23, 2025, the AER dashboard shows another 21 companies not in compliance with the 2024 Annual Mandatory Closure Spend Quotas, but bizarrely marks each administrative sanction one day ahead, so they extend out to mid-November. (1/2)
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No money for teachers? That's because energy executives keep getting their wish. Join us on Nov. 5 in Calgary to learn how Albertans are fighting coal mining in the Rockies and another govt handout to oil and gas companies. Info & RSVP here: www.cleanupyourmess.ca/nov5-calgary... #ABLeg #ABPoli
October 29, 2025 at 9:22 PM
No money for teachers? That's because energy executives keep getting their wish. Join us on Nov. 5 in Calgary to learn how Albertans are fighting coal mining in the Rockies and another govt handout to oil and gas companies. Info & RSVP here: www.cleanupyourmess.ca/nov5-calgary... #ABLeg #ABPoli
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In a decision yesterday, the ABCA stated that "academic freedom exists to protect all scholarship, including that which may be unpopular or politically targeted." So-called 'activism' is still "research" + "teaching" exempted from FOIP applications. See 2025 ABCA 350, canlii.ca/t/kg5f3 at [40-42].
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October 29, 2025 at 3:51 PM
In a decision yesterday, the ABCA stated that "academic freedom exists to protect all scholarship, including that which may be unpopular or politically targeted." So-called 'activism' is still "research" + "teaching" exempted from FOIP applications. See 2025 ABCA 350, canlii.ca/t/kg5f3 at [40-42].
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What is "the Alberta Energy Regulator’s workplan"? It is referenced in the new Mandate letter for the Minister of energy and minerals and other government press releases, but I have not seen even a description of it.
Is it a plan to implement Yager's review of the AER? (1/2)
Is it a plan to implement Yager's review of the AER? (1/2)
October 21, 2025 at 3:37 PM
What is "the Alberta Energy Regulator’s workplan"? It is referenced in the new Mandate letter for the Minister of energy and minerals and other government press releases, but I have not seen even a description of it.
Is it a plan to implement Yager's review of the AER? (1/2)
Is it a plan to implement Yager's review of the AER? (1/2)
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A powerful Op Ed from Douglas Stollery who was Co-Counsel on Vriend v. Alberta.
“Just as we defended the dignity and Charter rights of gay people then, we must defend the dignity and Charter rights of trans people now.”
#abpoli #cdnpoli #ableg
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“Just as we defended the dignity and Charter rights of gay people then, we must defend the dignity and Charter rights of trans people now.”
#abpoli #cdnpoli #ableg
www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
I helped win a landmark case for gay rights nearly 30 years ago. I fear we’re forgetting the lessons of the past
In targeting trans youth, many provinces are evoking a sinister past.
www.thestar.com
November 23, 2024 at 4:33 PM
A powerful Op Ed from Douglas Stollery who was Co-Counsel on Vriend v. Alberta.
“Just as we defended the dignity and Charter rights of gay people then, we must defend the dignity and Charter rights of trans people now.”
#abpoli #cdnpoli #ableg
www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
“Just as we defended the dignity and Charter rights of gay people then, we must defend the dignity and Charter rights of trans people now.”
#abpoli #cdnpoli #ableg
www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
This Alberta government announcement dances around the term 'fracking'. I am fairly certain the silica sand's use is for fracking, but because fracking is so unpopular even the Alberta government tries not to mention it.
www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?...
www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?...
Less red tape, more Alberta natural resources
Alberta’s government is supporting silica sand exploration and extraction on public land, reducing the province’s reliance on imports.
www.alberta.ca
October 17, 2025 at 10:18 PM
This Alberta government announcement dances around the term 'fracking'. I am fairly certain the silica sand's use is for fracking, but because fracking is so unpopular even the Alberta government tries not to mention it.
www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?...
www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?...
An update on what the JCCF is up to, and on the challenges to cultural competency requirements at the Law Society of Alberta.
New Post: The Non-Justiciable War on ‘Woke’ at the Law Society of Alberta
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October 16, 2025 at 10:41 PM
An update on what the JCCF is up to, and on the challenges to cultural competency requirements at the Law Society of Alberta.
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LIVE Oct 16 - Drill & Dash: The Oil & Gas Liability Crisis
@molszyns.bsky.social, Associate Professor at the University of Calgary, joins EvC to unpack Alberta's mounting energy liability crisis.
Register and join on October 16 at 4pm ET/2pm MT:
www.energyvsclimate.com/invite-drill...
@molszyns.bsky.social, Associate Professor at the University of Calgary, joins EvC to unpack Alberta's mounting energy liability crisis.
Register and join on October 16 at 4pm ET/2pm MT:
www.energyvsclimate.com/invite-drill...
You're Invited - Drill & Dash: The Oil & Gas Liability Crisis with Martin Olszynski | Oct 16 at 4pm ET
Who'll be left paying the tab?
Martin Olszynski, Associate Professor and Chair in Energy, Resources, & Sustainability at the University of Calgary, joins Energy vs Climate to unpack Alberta's mountin...
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October 10, 2025 at 5:55 PM
LIVE Oct 16 - Drill & Dash: The Oil & Gas Liability Crisis
@molszyns.bsky.social, Associate Professor at the University of Calgary, joins EvC to unpack Alberta's mounting energy liability crisis.
Register and join on October 16 at 4pm ET/2pm MT:
www.energyvsclimate.com/invite-drill...
@molszyns.bsky.social, Associate Professor at the University of Calgary, joins EvC to unpack Alberta's mounting energy liability crisis.
Register and join on October 16 at 4pm ET/2pm MT:
www.energyvsclimate.com/invite-drill...
The need for metallurgical coal is coming to an end, and everyone knew that at the last hearing for Grassy Mountain.
I really hope they don't force me to go to another hearing about that mine...
I really hope they don't force me to go to another hearing about that mine...
How Canadian steelmakers are 'greening' their steel amid tariffs, global challenges
Steelmaker Algoma says U.S. tariffs on steel are pushing it to more quickly transition to electric steelmaking. Here's why decarbonizing steel is such a big deal, ho...
#cbc #cbc-top-stories #Canada
Steelmaker Algoma says U.S. tariffs on steel are pushing it to more quickly transition to electric steelmaking. Here's why decarbonizing steel is such a big deal, ho...
#cbc #cbc-top-stories #Canada
October 11, 2025 at 3:02 PM
The need for metallurgical coal is coming to an end, and everyone knew that at the last hearing for Grassy Mountain.
I really hope they don't force me to go to another hearing about that mine...
I really hope they don't force me to go to another hearing about that mine...
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B.C. coal giant penalized $3.6 million for treatment delays, 171 pollution breaches www.biv.com/news/environ... via @stefanlabbe.bsky.social
B.C. coal giant penalized millions for treatment delays, 171 pollution breaches
EVR Operations Limited — formally Teck Coal Limited — was penalized more than $3.6 million after failing to curb nitrate and selenium pollution
www.biv.com
October 8, 2025 at 10:55 PM
B.C. coal giant penalized $3.6 million for treatment delays, 171 pollution breaches www.biv.com/news/environ... via @stefanlabbe.bsky.social
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A must-read, if you believe that the Government of Alberta should be held accountable to keeping Alberta's water clean, clear (and drinkable!) for communities, at-risk species, and our environment.
#MountainsNotMines #WaterNotCoal
#MountainsNotMines #WaterNotCoal
Here's my effort w David Luff & Neil Kathol to hold the GoA's feet to the fire when it comes to its commitment to protect Alberta's water sources (& those of downstream users) from coal-related selenium contamination
#abpoli @cpawssab.bsky.social @cpawsnab.bsky.social @albertawilderness.bsky.social
#abpoli @cpawssab.bsky.social @cpawsnab.bsky.social @albertawilderness.bsky.social
The Government of Alberta’s Commitment to Protect Alberta’s Water from Selenium Pollution
By: Nigel Bankes, David Luff, and Neil Kathol Matters Commented On: (1) Press Conference on the Coal Industry Modernization Initiative, December 20, 2024, (2) Bringing Alberta Coal Mining into the …
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October 8, 2025 at 3:50 PM
A must-read, if you believe that the Government of Alberta should be held accountable to keeping Alberta's water clean, clear (and drinkable!) for communities, at-risk species, and our environment.
#MountainsNotMines #WaterNotCoal
#MountainsNotMines #WaterNotCoal
The British empire was an evil empire. They didn't spread freedom or liberty, they didn't spread civilization, and they didn't spread good governance.
That's the 'truth' part.
The Canadian legal system is still searching for a way to process that and adjust its self-understanding.
That's the 'truth' part.
The Canadian legal system is still searching for a way to process that and adjust its self-understanding.
September 30, 2025 at 11:51 PM
The British empire was an evil empire. They didn't spread freedom or liberty, they didn't spread civilization, and they didn't spread good governance.
That's the 'truth' part.
The Canadian legal system is still searching for a way to process that and adjust its self-understanding.
That's the 'truth' part.
The Canadian legal system is still searching for a way to process that and adjust its self-understanding.
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Better late than never: our 18 pp (!) analysis of #ableg's so-called Mature Asset Strategy (w/ Shaun Fluker and @drewyewchuk.bsky.social). TLDR: the MAS is a thinly disguised attempt to rewrite the origin story of Alberta's O&G closure liability crisis and to push more gov't support & deregulation.
New Post: The Mature Asset Strategy for Alberta’s Oil and Gas Closure Liability Crisis: Where there is Smoke [and Mirrors], there is Fire.
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ablawg.ca/2025/09/30...…rs-there-is-fire/
The Mature Asset Strategy for Alberta’s Oil and Gas Closure Liability Crisis: Where there is Smoke [and Mirrors], there is Fire
By: Martin Olszynski, Drew Yewchuk, and Shaun Fluker Matter Commented On: Alberta’s Mature Asset Strategy: What we Heard and Recommendations Report, April 3, 2025 PDF Version: The Mature Asset Stra…
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September 30, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Better late than never: our 18 pp (!) analysis of #ableg's so-called Mature Asset Strategy (w/ Shaun Fluker and @drewyewchuk.bsky.social). TLDR: the MAS is a thinly disguised attempt to rewrite the origin story of Alberta's O&G closure liability crisis and to push more gov't support & deregulation.
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Alberta's new electricity market is a further blow to renewables and could increase power bills. All of the uncertainty created by the government and the new market reforms have also put a chill on investment. We break it down. thenarwhal.ca/alberta-rest... #ableg #cdnpoli
Alberta’s new plan for electricity, explained | The Narwhal
The plan for a restructured energy market in Alberta could mean higher electricity rates, fewer renewables and less investment, insiders say
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September 26, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Alberta's new electricity market is a further blow to renewables and could increase power bills. All of the uncertainty created by the government and the new market reforms have also put a chill on investment. We break it down. thenarwhal.ca/alberta-rest... #ableg #cdnpoli
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For anyone not in Alberta or not paying attention, girls playing sports in school now have to prove they were born female to play sports. And can be challenged by anyone at anytime and must prove they are female to keep playing. This doesn’t apply to boys. What a dystopian hellscape
September 26, 2025 at 3:33 PM
For anyone not in Alberta or not paying attention, girls playing sports in school now have to prove they were born female to play sports. And can be challenged by anyone at anytime and must prove they are female to keep playing. This doesn’t apply to boys. What a dystopian hellscape
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Last week, we released our Early Estimate of National Emissions, which showed 🇨🇦’s emissions progress stalled in 2024, with the 2030 target now out of reach.
Join us on Oct. 2, 1pm ET to learn more and ask questions about our findings.
Register here 👇
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Join us on Oct. 2, 1pm ET to learn more and ask questions about our findings.
Register here 👇
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Ask Me Anything: Early Estimate of National Emissions
Do you have questions about 440 Megatonnes’ Early Estimate of National Emissions (EENE)? During this webinar organized by the Canadian Climate Institute, Seton Stiebert, 440 Megatonnes Advisor, and Da...
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September 23, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Last week, we released our Early Estimate of National Emissions, which showed 🇨🇦’s emissions progress stalled in 2024, with the 2030 target now out of reach.
Join us on Oct. 2, 1pm ET to learn more and ask questions about our findings.
Register here 👇
climateinstitute.ca/events/ask-m...
Join us on Oct. 2, 1pm ET to learn more and ask questions about our findings.
Register here 👇
climateinstitute.ca/events/ask-m...
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🛢️ Oil companies made billions
🏠 Left toxic wells near our homes
💰 Now want US to pay for cleanup
🚨 SAVE THE DATE: Oct 2, 7PM MT Virtual Town Hall - expose the scam, take action together.
Register here: www.cleanupyourmess.ca/oct2-townhall
#CleanUpYourMess #ABLeg #ABPoli #YYC #YEG
🏠 Left toxic wells near our homes
💰 Now want US to pay for cleanup
🚨 SAVE THE DATE: Oct 2, 7PM MT Virtual Town Hall - expose the scam, take action together.
Register here: www.cleanupyourmess.ca/oct2-townhall
#CleanUpYourMess #ABLeg #ABPoli #YYC #YEG
REGISTER: Virtual Town Hall - Alberta Oil and Gas Well Cleanup Crisis
Join us October 2nd for a virtual town hall exposing the government's plan to make taxpayers pay for oil and gas cleanup. Free registration - secure your spot now.
www.cleanupyourmess.ca
September 23, 2025 at 3:14 PM
🛢️ Oil companies made billions
🏠 Left toxic wells near our homes
💰 Now want US to pay for cleanup
🚨 SAVE THE DATE: Oct 2, 7PM MT Virtual Town Hall - expose the scam, take action together.
Register here: www.cleanupyourmess.ca/oct2-townhall
#CleanUpYourMess #ABLeg #ABPoli #YYC #YEG
🏠 Left toxic wells near our homes
💰 Now want US to pay for cleanup
🚨 SAVE THE DATE: Oct 2, 7PM MT Virtual Town Hall - expose the scam, take action together.
Register here: www.cleanupyourmess.ca/oct2-townhall
#CleanUpYourMess #ABLeg #ABPoli #YYC #YEG
The U.S. is not going to be a reliable ally on any international issue for anyone in the foreseeable future. That really shakes things up...
September 24, 2025 at 1:40 AM
The U.S. is not going to be a reliable ally on any international issue for anyone in the foreseeable future. That really shakes things up...
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ICYMI: Ellen Gabriel and I published a new piece on resisting Canada's "elbows up" colonialism, for @canadiandimension.bsky.social: canadiandimension.com/articles/vie...
Resisting Canada’s ‘elbows up’ colonialism
Canada’s new “elbows up” nationalism frames itself as resistance to Trump and US expansionism—but it risks recycling colonial myths. By glossing over the Mohawk Resistance and ongoing land theft, patriotic rhetoric hides violence against Indigenous peoples. Real strength means truth, reconciliation, and resisting colonialism, not shallow nostalgia.
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September 21, 2025 at 8:19 PM
ICYMI: Ellen Gabriel and I published a new piece on resisting Canada's "elbows up" colonialism, for @canadiandimension.bsky.social: canadiandimension.com/articles/vie...
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Alberta’s oil and gas well problem is a “giant stinking pile of shit,” the premier’s special advisor — who wrote the province’s strategy to address the issue — told a frustrated crowd in rural Alberta. @drewanderson.bsky.social was there.
thenarwhal.ca/alberta-oil-...
thenarwhal.ca/alberta-oil-...
Alberta’s oil and gas legacy is a ‘gigantic problem’: top political staffer | The Narwhal
Alberta’s Mature Asset Strategy aims to deal with the oil and gas industry’s unpaid taxes and orphaned wells. A pitch in Warburg didn’t go as planned
thenarwhal.ca
September 15, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Alberta’s oil and gas well problem is a “giant stinking pile of shit,” the premier’s special advisor — who wrote the province’s strategy to address the issue — told a frustrated crowd in rural Alberta. @drewanderson.bsky.social was there.
thenarwhal.ca/alberta-oil-...
thenarwhal.ca/alberta-oil-...