August 2021 Ozone

Good afternoon and Hello to Fall! 

It has been a busy summer, with a lot of environmental news coming out. I hope you have been staying well and enjoying the outdoors now that it is starting to cool down (at least a little bit). 

I know at times with so much environmental news coming out, it can start to feel overwhelming. I think the best thing you can do for that is taking a moment and spending some time outdoors. Whether that's taking a walk, going for a bike ride, even just sitting on your porch or at your local park — whatever you can do to get outside and spend some time in nature can have a big impact.

And then, we keep going. 

We have a lot to do this Autumn and we are happy to share with you what we've been working on for the last few weeks. 

Now is the time for action — and I know together we can make a difference. 
 
Local Stories
Ontario Forest Under Attack 

One of the most important environmental battles now going on in Ontario is a debate in the council chambers of Chatham-Kent to decide if the municipality is to have a tree cutting by-law.

Chatham-Kent already has the lowest forest cover, at only 3.5%, of any municipality in the Carolinian Zone — which is Canada's most biologically diverse ecosystem. 
Read the Full Story
Thundering Waters Forest

Learn about the ongoing Local Planning Appeals Tribunal case regarding a zoning-amendment in the Thundering Waters Forest in the Niagara Falls Region.

Then, watch the corresponding video of John Bacher & Christa Barette as they explore Thundering Waters. Discussing the various amounts of tree species present throughout the forest. 
Read the Full Story 
 
Highway 413 & What It Means For Ontario

At a time of rapid global warming and climate change, the privatization of land for highways (which only adds more cars and traffic) is the opposite of what is needed from our leadership.
Read the Full Story 
 
This Election Is Our Chance To Make Lasting Change
Votes, Voices, and Environmental Vision

This election will be key for Canada. No matter who wins, we will be facing down a series of environmental crises ranging from climate change to critical threats to biodiversity.

This year we are making change as part of One Earth One Vote. You can take action right now by adding your voice to our pledge.
Take The Pledge
Sierra Club Canada Foundation's Calls for Party Leaders and Candidates

We are at a critical time for the environment. We need strong and lasting action on all things climate. Which is why we created a list of what we want to see from all Party Leaders and Candidates this election. 

The full list of the commitments we are calling for can be found at the link below. 
Read Our Calls
 
Call for Volunteers! 

SCO is looking for a few more active volunteers to join our leadership base.

If you are interested in joining our Executive Committee please send us an email at: ontario@sierraclub.ca, and include:
- Your expertise 
- Area(s) of interest
- Location in Ontario

Sierra Club Canada Foundation
Ontario Chapter
P.O. Box 2007 STN B
Ottawa, ON  K1P 5W3
Email: ontario@sierraclub.ca

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