July 29 – August 11, 2026

It is time for governments to move beyond consultation and take meaningful action. First Nations must be partners in decision-making, partners in prevention, and partners in building resilient communities capable of adapting to the realities of a changing climate.
- Chief Russell Wesley, Cat Lake First Nation

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- Ray Bradbury, Fahrenheit 451 (1963)

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July 29 – August 11, 2026

This week’s edition includes the West Coast oil pipeline, mining, a class action lawsuit, caribou, and more.

IN THE NEWS

National news highlighted pushback on the proposed West Coast oil pipeline

A new police watchdog was the top story in the Maritimes

In Quebec, the 325th anniversary of the Great Peace of Montreal made headlines

Mining and wildfires continue to top the news in Ontario

In Manitoba, a class action lawsuit and child and family services were front and centre

In Alberta, water management took the spotlight

Caribou, wildfires, consultation, and forestry made the news in BC

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