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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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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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Darlington New Build: Submissions

March 11th, 2011

September 23rd, 2011: Lake Ontario Waterkeeper, Greenpeace Canada, Canadian Environmental Law Association, Northwatch, and Ecojustice have asked a federal court to stop government agencies from approving construction of new nuclear reactors at Darlington until an environmental assessment is fully completed and shows the project won’t negatively impact the environment or human... (more)

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Vote now and help the Swim Drink Fish Music Club

February 28th, 2011

UPDATE: Swim Drink Fish Music has made it to the Top 10! Thank you so much for your support. Please keep voting until Thursday, March 10th when CBC Radio 3 will announce the #1 Canadian Music Website! Vote now.Our very own Swim Drink Fish Music Club website has made it CBC Radio 3's list of Best Canadian Music websites. You can help us make it to the Top 10 (and then to... (more)

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Official Darlington New Nuclear Build Written Submission

February 22nd, 2011

Read our full submission in PDF format here.Lake Ontario Waterkeeper makes this submission to share our vision of a swimmable, drinkable, fishable lake with the Joint Review Panel. We offer our knowledge and expertise to help ensure that this Panel’s decision reflects and contributes to a healthy, celebrated, and shared Lake Ontario.The proposed Darlington New Nuclear... (more)

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Canada fights against environmental protection across the border

February 15th, 2011

American government promises $5 billion over 5 years for Great Lakes restoration while our Canadian government rubber-stamps nuclear shipment.I grew up in Canada believing that despite our small population, our country was a major player in the world. We punched above our weight when it came to human rights, education and environmental protection. I carried this pride with... (more)

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Nelson Aggregates Hearing – January 19, 2011

January 31st, 2011

3:00 pmThe Board has stopped the hearing for today, as planned, at 3:00. Mr. Donnelly indicates that PERL does not need to examine this witness. Conservation Halton indicates that they have approximately 30 minutes of questioning. The Chair reminds counsel strongly that their time estimates were inaccurate, such that the proceedings are behind by at least an hour, and that... (more)

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