CPAWS Northern Alberta
@cpawsnab.bsky.social
We are a non-profit dedicated to protecting public lands, waters and nature in Alberta. Species at Risk, Parks, the Boreal Forest and much more 🌿🌲 https://cpawsnab.org/
ℹ️ ICYMI: We are in court today with @albertawilderness.bsky.social. This is the first step in a legal challenge to the unprecedented and unilateral decision made by the AER’s CEO to cancel a public hearing for Summit’s Mine 14 coal mine. 🔗 Tune in at 9:30 AM: cpawsnab.org/all-news/adv...
November 6, 2025 at 4:02 PM
ℹ️ ICYMI: We are in court today with @albertawilderness.bsky.social. This is the first step in a legal challenge to the unprecedented and unilateral decision made by the AER’s CEO to cancel a public hearing for Summit’s Mine 14 coal mine. 🔗 Tune in at 9:30 AM: cpawsnab.org/all-news/adv...
oh boy.
Not only did the AER's CEO unlawfully interfere with the hearing process for Summit's Mine 14, he called the Minister's office for "input" pretty much as soon as the application for reconsideration came in. That's a foul.
#abpoli #ableg @cpawsnab.bsky.social
www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/alber...
#abpoli #ableg @cpawsnab.bsky.social
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Documents related to Summit coal decision raise more questions about Alberta Energy Regulator’s independence
Regulator’s CEO sought ‘input’ from Energy Minister’s chief of staff on a motion to cancel hearings about a proposed mine
www.theglobeandmail.com
November 6, 2025 at 1:47 AM
oh boy.
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Tomorrow, we're going to court.🧑⚖️
Along w/ @cpawsnab.bsky.social, we're seeking permission from the Alberta Court of Appeal to challenge the CEO of the Alberta Energy Regulator's decision to cancel the public hearing for a coal mine.
Join us virtually here:
albertawilderness.ca/media-adviso...
Along w/ @cpawsnab.bsky.social, we're seeking permission from the Alberta Court of Appeal to challenge the CEO of the Alberta Energy Regulator's decision to cancel the public hearing for a coal mine.
Join us virtually here:
albertawilderness.ca/media-adviso...
Media Advisory: Join ENGOs in virtual court to appeal the cancellation of a public hearing for a coal mine - Alberta Wilderness Association
Tomorrow, Alberta Wilderness Association (AWA) and CPAWS Northern Alberta are going to the Court of Appeal.
albertawilderness.ca
November 5, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Tomorrow, we're going to court.🧑⚖️
Along w/ @cpawsnab.bsky.social, we're seeking permission from the Alberta Court of Appeal to challenge the CEO of the Alberta Energy Regulator's decision to cancel the public hearing for a coal mine.
Join us virtually here:
albertawilderness.ca/media-adviso...
Along w/ @cpawsnab.bsky.social, we're seeking permission from the Alberta Court of Appeal to challenge the CEO of the Alberta Energy Regulator's decision to cancel the public hearing for a coal mine.
Join us virtually here:
albertawilderness.ca/media-adviso...
⚠️ Coal poses SERIOUS financial and Environmental risk to the Alberta taxpayer. ℹ️ ICYMI: The Alberta government has paid out nearly $240 million in settlements to coal companies such as Evolve Power and Atrum Coal. This a BAD deal for #Albertans. ➡️ Send your letter: action.cpaws.org/page/180640/...
October 31, 2025 at 4:07 PM
⚠️ Coal poses SERIOUS financial and Environmental risk to the Alberta taxpayer. ℹ️ ICYMI: The Alberta government has paid out nearly $240 million in settlements to coal companies such as Evolve Power and Atrum Coal. This a BAD deal for #Albertans. ➡️ Send your letter: action.cpaws.org/page/180640/...
💡Reminder: our (Haunted) Nature Trivia is happening TOMORROW @ 6:30 PM at Elements Outfitters in South Edmonton Common. Sign up solo or with a team 🔗: www.eventbrite.ca/e/nature-kno...
October 22, 2025 at 8:02 PM
💡Reminder: our (Haunted) Nature Trivia is happening TOMORROW @ 6:30 PM at Elements Outfitters in South Edmonton Common. Sign up solo or with a team 🔗: www.eventbrite.ca/e/nature-kno...
Tomorrow!! Join MCFN in Fort Mcmurray (#YMM) standing up against treat and release tailings into the Athabasca River. 💧
Please share with your network in the area ➡️
Please share with your network in the area ➡️
October 16, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Tomorrow!! Join MCFN in Fort Mcmurray (#YMM) standing up against treat and release tailings into the Athabasca River. 💧
Please share with your network in the area ➡️
Please share with your network in the area ➡️
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🚨Joint News Release w/ @cpawsnab.bsky.social: Mine 14 Approvals Granted After Public Hearings Cancelled, ENGOs Continue to Move Forward With Appeal albertawilderness.ca/joint-news-r...
Joint News Release: Mine 14 Approvals Granted After Public Hearings Cancelled, ENGOs Continue to Move Forward With Appeal - Alberta Wilderness Association
On September 24, 2025 the Regulatory Applications branch of the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) issued approvals for Summit Coal’s Mine 14 Applications, an underground metallurgical coal mine near Gran...
albertawilderness.ca
October 15, 2025 at 4:17 PM
🚨Joint News Release w/ @cpawsnab.bsky.social: Mine 14 Approvals Granted After Public Hearings Cancelled, ENGOs Continue to Move Forward With Appeal albertawilderness.ca/joint-news-r...
PST: Our Third Annual Nature Trivia Night hosted with Elements Outfitters has a spooky twist this year! Come get acquainted with the more mysterious side of Alberta's nature 🌙
Get your Ticket for Thursday Oct. 23 ($5/each) : www.eventbrite.ca/e/nature-kno...
Get your Ticket for Thursday Oct. 23 ($5/each) : www.eventbrite.ca/e/nature-kno...
October 7, 2025 at 4:47 PM
PST: Our Third Annual Nature Trivia Night hosted with Elements Outfitters has a spooky twist this year! Come get acquainted with the more mysterious side of Alberta's nature 🌙
Get your Ticket for Thursday Oct. 23 ($5/each) : www.eventbrite.ca/e/nature-kno...
Get your Ticket for Thursday Oct. 23 ($5/each) : www.eventbrite.ca/e/nature-kno...
Another good read leading up to the #yeg municipal elxn. Local elections are key in tackling a host of topics, including conservation and nature protection in our "backyard".
🔗: www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
🔗: www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Parties have a role in this civic election. Here's how that's being viewed in one Edmonton ward | CBC News
Partisan politics are making their debut in this municipal election, but the majority of Edmonton's mayoral and council candidates have chosen to stay independent.
www.cbc.ca
October 6, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Another good read leading up to the #yeg municipal elxn. Local elections are key in tackling a host of topics, including conservation and nature protection in our "backyard".
🔗: www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
🔗: www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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Two of the most common climate misconceptions I see, even among knowledgeable folks, are that (1) most people aren't worried about climate change, and (2) if they were, they'd act.
Not true! Data show (1) most people are worried, but (2) they won’t act if they don’t know what to do-and most don’t.
Not true! Data show (1) most people are worried, but (2) they won’t act if they don’t know what to do-and most don’t.
October 6, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Two of the most common climate misconceptions I see, even among knowledgeable folks, are that (1) most people aren't worried about climate change, and (2) if they were, they'd act.
Not true! Data show (1) most people are worried, but (2) they won’t act if they don’t know what to do-and most don’t.
Not true! Data show (1) most people are worried, but (2) they won’t act if they don’t know what to do-and most don’t.
Insurers are taking climate risk seriously, and this article highlights existing gaps between the actionable data available to insurance companies and what is available to the public 🔗 cbc.ca/news/science...
Wildfire continues to be a growing threat to many communities across the country.
Wildfire continues to be a growing threat to many communities across the country.
What insurance data reveals about how bad wildfires are getting | CBC News
Scientists tapped into 44 years of data to show how these societally destructive wildfires — ones that kill people and cause huge financial losses — are growing all across the world and are becoming m...
cbc.ca
October 3, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Insurers are taking climate risk seriously, and this article highlights existing gaps between the actionable data available to insurance companies and what is available to the public 🔗 cbc.ca/news/science...
Wildfire continues to be a growing threat to many communities across the country.
Wildfire continues to be a growing threat to many communities across the country.
There is * a lot * going in right now in our local, provincial and global world right now. and sometimes it feels like the GIF below. Voting in your municipal election is one action you can take not only for nature, but many other intersecting topics!
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media.tenor.com
October 2, 2025 at 5:24 PM
There is * a lot * going in right now in our local, provincial and global world right now. and sometimes it feels like the GIF below. Voting in your municipal election is one action you can take not only for nature, but many other intersecting topics!
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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 …
ablawg.ca
October 2, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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
Today we and @albertawilderness.bsky.social filed an appeal to the Alberta courts to challenge the decision that was made to CANCEL a public hearing for a coal mine in Alberta. 🔗: cpawsnab.org/all-news/env...
We argue that the AER's CEO, who made the call, did not have the authority to do so.
We argue that the AER's CEO, who made the call, did not have the authority to do so.
Environmental groups turn to Alberta Court of Appeal after Alberta Energy Regulator CEO cancels public coal hearing - CPAWS Northern Alberta Chapter
Alberta Wilderness Association (AWA) and Northern Alberta Chapter of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS NAB) call for the Alberta Energy Regulator CEO's unprecedented decision be tested ...
cpawsnab.org
September 22, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Today we and @albertawilderness.bsky.social filed an appeal to the Alberta courts to challenge the decision that was made to CANCEL a public hearing for a coal mine in Alberta. 🔗: cpawsnab.org/all-news/env...
We argue that the AER's CEO, who made the call, did not have the authority to do so.
We argue that the AER's CEO, who made the call, did not have the authority to do so.
Mad about Mine 14? Meet the Blackstone Mine. New blog out now, giving you a backgrounder on this mine that could go forward (without a fair process or the involvement of Albertans) in the eastern slopes: cpawsnab.org/blog/mad-abo...
Mad about Mine 14? Wait until you hear about the Blackstone mine. - CPAWS Northern Alberta Chapter
A backgrounder on the Blackstone mine, located in the headwaters for the Edmonton region, and why this is one to watch.
cpawsnab.org
September 16, 2025 at 11:28 PM
Mad about Mine 14? Meet the Blackstone Mine. New blog out now, giving you a backgrounder on this mine that could go forward (without a fair process or the involvement of Albertans) in the eastern slopes: cpawsnab.org/blog/mad-abo...
Great op-ed by professional biologist Lorne Fitch in the @edmontonjournal.com : edmontonjournal.com/opinion/colu...
"The AER, its leadership, and its political masters have forgotten who they serve. They need to be reminded."
"The AER, its leadership, and its political masters have forgotten who they serve. They need to be reminded."
Opinion: Cancelled coal hearing shows Alberta energy watchdog has forgotten who it serves
The AER, its leadership, and its political masters have forgotten who they serve. They need to be reminded.
edmontonjournal.com
September 12, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Great op-ed by professional biologist Lorne Fitch in the @edmontonjournal.com : edmontonjournal.com/opinion/colu...
"The AER, its leadership, and its political masters have forgotten who they serve. They need to be reminded."
"The AER, its leadership, and its political masters have forgotten who they serve. They need to be reminded."
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To unlock Canada’s full potential for critical minerals, governments and industry must treat Indigenous rights as central pillars—not afterthoughts—in mining development.
Read more from Saga Williams, the Institute’s Marisa Beck and Tamara Krawchenko ⬇️
www.hilltimes.com/story/2025/0...
Read more from Saga Williams, the Institute’s Marisa Beck and Tamara Krawchenko ⬇️
www.hilltimes.com/story/2025/0...
Canada should fast-track the idea that Indigenous rights and critical minerals go hand in hand
Leadership in inclusion and responsibility projects to the world that Canada is a safe and reliable jurisdiction for mining.
www.hilltimes.com
September 9, 2025 at 2:27 PM
To unlock Canada’s full potential for critical minerals, governments and industry must treat Indigenous rights as central pillars—not afterthoughts—in mining development.
Read more from Saga Williams, the Institute’s Marisa Beck and Tamara Krawchenko ⬇️
www.hilltimes.com/story/2025/0...
Read more from Saga Williams, the Institute’s Marisa Beck and Tamara Krawchenko ⬇️
www.hilltimes.com/story/2025/0...
➡️ Back by popular demand: We are teaming up with the Northern Forestry Centre and Parkbus for a special guided trip to Elk Island National Park! Sign up for this FREE programming during Forest Week 🌲: www.parkbus.ca/destinations...
September 9, 2025 at 3:33 PM
➡️ Back by popular demand: We are teaming up with the Northern Forestry Centre and Parkbus for a special guided trip to Elk Island National Park! Sign up for this FREE programming during Forest Week 🌲: www.parkbus.ca/destinations...
Wondering what exactly the AER's CEO decision means to cancel a hearing that would address whether or not a coal mine should move forward? @jemphatically.bsky.social presents excellent context on WHY this is so concerning for the Alberta public.
This is my latest report on the series of events and decisions that led to a CEO overruling his own quasi-judicial commissioners.
www.theenergymix.com/alberta-regu...
#ableg #cdnpoli #climate #coal #FossilFuelLobby
@theenergymix.com @albertawilderness.bsky.social @cpawsnab.bsky.social
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#ableg #cdnpoli #climate #coal #FossilFuelLobby
@theenergymix.com @albertawilderness.bsky.social @cpawsnab.bsky.social
Alberta Regulator CEO Overrules Own Panel, Scraps Coal Hearing After Company Complains to Minister
After a coal company wrote to Alberta Energy and Minerals Minister Brian Jean demanding a public hearing be cancelled, the head of the province’s energy regulator Rob Morgan took the unprecedented ste...
www.theenergymix.com
September 8, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Wondering what exactly the AER's CEO decision means to cancel a hearing that would address whether or not a coal mine should move forward? @jemphatically.bsky.social presents excellent context on WHY this is so concerning for the Alberta public.
While we welcome the news that the Government of Alberta will be developing standards to take on the unmitigated risk of tailings - the solution must be science-backed while ALSO prioritizing the environment and the concerns of downstream communities. 🔗 : www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Alberta government creating standards for releasing oil tailings into environment | CBC News
The Alberta government says it will begin creating standards for releasing treated oil tailings into the environment.
www.cbc.ca
September 8, 2025 at 8:51 PM
While we welcome the news that the Government of Alberta will be developing standards to take on the unmitigated risk of tailings - the solution must be science-backed while ALSO prioritizing the environment and the concerns of downstream communities. 🔗 : www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
🐍🐍🐍 Love em' or hate em' 🐍🐍🐍 watch out for snakes on the move towards their hibernacula (habitat for winter) if you are heading east of #Edmonton!
www.ctvnews.ca/edmonton/art...
www.ctvnews.ca/edmonton/art...
Garter snakes advisory on notice for drivers east of Edmonton
Alberta Parks is warning outdoor enthusiasts to be on the lookout for garter snakes when driving near campsites this weekend.
www.ctvnews.ca
September 2, 2025 at 3:38 PM
🐍🐍🐍 Love em' or hate em' 🐍🐍🐍 watch out for snakes on the move towards their hibernacula (habitat for winter) if you are heading east of #Edmonton!
www.ctvnews.ca/edmonton/art...
www.ctvnews.ca/edmonton/art...
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As heatwaves intensify, millions of workers face rising risks.
Sectors like farming, construction and fishing are especially exposed to heat stress.
A new @who.int and @wmo-global.bsky.social report offers guidance to protect workers and economic stability: www.who.int/news/item/22...
Sectors like farming, construction and fishing are especially exposed to heat stress.
A new @who.int and @wmo-global.bsky.social report offers guidance to protect workers and economic stability: www.who.int/news/item/22...
August 28, 2025 at 7:08 PM
As heatwaves intensify, millions of workers face rising risks.
Sectors like farming, construction and fishing are especially exposed to heat stress.
A new @who.int and @wmo-global.bsky.social report offers guidance to protect workers and economic stability: www.who.int/news/item/22...
Sectors like farming, construction and fishing are especially exposed to heat stress.
A new @who.int and @wmo-global.bsky.social report offers guidance to protect workers and economic stability: www.who.int/news/item/22...
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“You'll be speechless when you first go to core and [see] how beautiful it looks.” – Jonathan Rickard, peat core technician, Moose Cree First Nation
"Beneath Our Feet" is an audio production exploring Indigenous-led carbon monitoring in the Hudson & James Bay Lowlands: https://youtu.be/d2PT1fgyyiw
"Beneath Our Feet" is an audio production exploring Indigenous-led carbon monitoring in the Hudson & James Bay Lowlands: https://youtu.be/d2PT1fgyyiw
August 28, 2025 at 7:11 PM
“You'll be speechless when you first go to core and [see] how beautiful it looks.” – Jonathan Rickard, peat core technician, Moose Cree First Nation
"Beneath Our Feet" is an audio production exploring Indigenous-led carbon monitoring in the Hudson & James Bay Lowlands: https://youtu.be/d2PT1fgyyiw
"Beneath Our Feet" is an audio production exploring Indigenous-led carbon monitoring in the Hudson & James Bay Lowlands: https://youtu.be/d2PT1fgyyiw
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Research demonstrates that young secondary forests are the best at removing carbon from the atmosphere — up to 8x faster per hectare than newly planted forests. But there’s a catch.
Young Forests Are an Overlooked Climate Solution
New research by TNC scientists provides the first detailed picture of the carbon removal value of naturally regrowing forests
blog.nature.org
August 28, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Research demonstrates that young secondary forests are the best at removing carbon from the atmosphere — up to 8x faster per hectare than newly planted forests. But there’s a catch.
Weakened protections in bylaw wording will accelerate the current loses of green spaces within the City of Edmonton.
Read more here: edmontonjournal.com/news/local-n...
Read more here: edmontonjournal.com/news/local-n...
August 27, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Weakened protections in bylaw wording will accelerate the current loses of green spaces within the City of Edmonton.
Read more here: edmontonjournal.com/news/local-n...
Read more here: edmontonjournal.com/news/local-n...