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NUCLEAR WAST ACTION ALERT #2
We need to take action on the nuclear waste issue again! The successful motion of August 26, 2024 needs to be ratified on September 9, 2024. Again, let Thunder Bay city council know about your concerns regarding nuclear waste in Northwestern Ontario. Here you fill find another SAMPLE LETTER to send and more details.
September 3, 2024
NUCLEAR WASTE ACTION ALERT #1
We the Nuclear Free North is making a deputation to Thunder Bay city council on August 26, 2024. Support the opposition to highly radioactive nuclear waste in Northwestern Ontario. Here you will find a sample letter to send.
August 19, 2024
Northeners should be prepared for wildfire threat
"Wildfire Insights" #3 is by Fire Chief of Thunder Bay Fire Rescue, Dave Paxton. He outlines some of the weather and wildfire features that challenge firefighters and how everyone can help be prepared.
August 11, 2024
Wildfire smoke affects health
The second "Wildfire Insights" article is by Margaret Woods, a retired family physician. The article reviews the various health effects of wildfire smoke from mild to severe as well how to protect your health by staying informed and adopting protective measures.
August 10, 2024
Fire, Smoke lead to critical health issues
The first article in the "Wildfire Insight" series is by Graham Saunders, president of Environment North. The article sets the scene for wildfires in Canada including how they start, how they travel and how they can have consequences far away from the actual fire.
2024 AGM - Presentations by Mark Winfield and Laura Tanguay
Dr. Mark Winfield and PhD candidate Laura Tanguay speak on the present & future of nuclear energy and nuclear waste.
April 25, 2024
Environment North on CILU Radio
EN's Acting President Graham Saunders and Nuclear Lead Dodie LeGassick in conversation with Wiley Coyote on "Paradigm Shift Cafe."
April 19, 2024
All-Voices Panel at Ignace Nuclear Exploration Event
The All Voices Panel at the Ignace Nuclear Exploration Event.
April 13, 2024
Proximity Principle for Nuclear Waste
Environment North and We the Nuclear Free North presented the Proximity Principle to the City of Thunder Bay Intergovernmental Affairs Committee and outlined the many concerns of transportation and burial of high-level nuclear fuel waste.
February 23, 2024
Dedicated Community Environmentalist
Environment North is profoundly saddened by the passing of Scott Harris in January 2024. He was a long-time board member. A recent article in the Chronicle Journal pays tribute to his green legacy.
Congratulations!
Environment North board member, Dodie LeGassick is the recipient of the 18th Annual Ilkka T. Ovaska award for social responsibility.
November 23, 2023
Plant-based Recipes
Explore a delicious lentil-based meal!
July 25, 2023
The Champions Project
This project, to be officially launched in 2024, celebrates many of the Canadians who advocate for human rights, including the right to a clean environment. Environment North is a partner in this exciting project which will include an anthology, digital resources and more!
July 4, 2023
Nuclear Waste Proximity Principle presented at Queen's Park!
Learn more, watch the video...
Radioactive Wastes - The Questions Multiply
View Dr. Gordon Edwards' Presentation:
"Radioactive Wastes: The Questions Multiply" recorded at the Environment North AGM, April 2023 and read Graham Saunders' article. Dr. Gordon Edwards is president of the Canadian Coalition for Nuclear Responsibility, was on tour in Northwestern Ontario. Graham Saunders is vice-president of Environment North.
May 7, 2023
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