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Water takings (493 articles)

April 11th, 2011

Some of Canada's oldest laws are designed to protect fish and fish habitat, cornerstones of our nation's culture, economy, and environment. Two of the most important environmental hearings in Canadian history have recently revealed that Canada's wild fish populations are not well protected. Pollution and habitat destruction are major threats. The Canadian government knows this,... (more)

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Darlington New Nuclear Hearing: Lake Ontario Waterkeeper Presentation

April 11th, 2011

Lake Ontario Waterkeeper from Money Cannot Be Eaten on Vimeo.More information: Overview Lake Ontario Waterkeeper's Presentation (video) FAQ Timeline Lake Ontario Waterkeeper's Submissions Expert Reports Hearing Transcripts (more)

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Let’s ban the word “NIMBY”

April 4th, 2011

It finally feels like spring: the sun is out, the crocuses are up, and temperatures are climbing above freezing. It is a time for new life and fresh starts.This spring, we would like to make a pact with you. Let's never again use the word "NIMBY". If you care about the environment and your neighbours (and we are pretty sure that you do), it's a good pact to make.NIMBY,... (more)

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Great Lakes nuclear shipments discussed in Legislature – Hansard (2011-03-24)

March 30th, 2011

Ms. Andrea Horwath: My question is for the Minister of Health. Dr. Hazel Lynn, the medical officer of health for Grey–Bruce, has testified before various government bodies, stating that her health unit has conducted a formal risk assessment of Bruce Power’s plan to transport 16 massive radioactive steam generators across the Great Lakes to Sweden. She claims this assessment... (more)

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New Nuclear at Darlington: Hearing Transcripts

March 25th, 2011

Lake Ontario Waterkeeper will be posting links to official transcripts from the Darlington New Nuclear Power Plant hearing as they are made available. For more official documents relating to the Darlington New Nuclear Power Plant hearing visit the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency's website.March 21, 2011 March 22, 2011 March 23, 2011 March 24, 2011 March 25,... (more)

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We never wanted to talk about nuclear meltdowns

March 23rd, 2011

Lake Ontario Waterkeeper's purpose is to protect and celebrate Lake Ontario. We work for you, for the water, for fish and birds, communities and culture. In the past we have stood firm against Lafarge; held an American company accountable for pollution in Canada; and fought for navigation rights. This week as we begin the Darlington New Nuclear Power Plant hearing, we feel as... (more)

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Lake Ontario Waterkeeper requests postponement of Darlington hearing

March 17th, 2011

BY EMAILMr. Alan Graham, Chair Darlington New Nuclear Power Plant Project Joint Review Panel Place Bell Canada 160 Elgin St., 22nd Floor Ottawa, ON K1A 0H3March 17, 2011Dear Mr. Graham, Ms. Beaudet, and Mr. Pereira:We are writing to formally request that the upcoming Darlington New Nuclear Power Plant hearing be postponed in light of the CNSC's... (more)

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New nuclear plant hearing scheduled to start Monday

March 14th, 2011

The first new nuclear power plant to be built in Canada in decades is slated for review beginning next Monday.Lake Ontario Waterkeeper, other NGOs, members of the nuclear industry, and government departments have been preparing for the hearing for years. Waterkeeper's research focuses on cooling water systems and impacts on fish habitat: the kinds of impacts a nuclear... (more)

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YorkRegion Article: Pipe delays holding up growth plans

March 14th, 2011

East Gwillimbury’s population growth is just a pipe dream.Of course, that won’t be the case when the town’s connection to the York Durham Sewer System is completed.Unfortunately, no one’s certain when that will be.Project construction, which was supposed to start last December, has been pushed back after the tendering process was extended two month. The... (more)

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Darlington New Build: Expert Reports

March 11th, 2011

Wilf Ruland, Hydrogeologist Reviewed potential for surface and groundwater pollution; waste management; erosion and dust control plans; and the potential for subsidence or induced seismicity. Key Findings: The EIS is built around a major, unsupported assumption that missing impact management plans will be 100% effective. Impacts of adjacent St. Marys quarry are not... (more)

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