Some ‘positives’ in the climate crisis

All of this comes down to that 1980s oil filter commercial that concluded with 'you can pay me now or pay me later.' That same logic applies to mitigation of climate change to protect future generations. After all, the future belongs to younger Canadians who need to be considered as our nation is rebuilt.

Energy Minister Tim Hodgson, pictured June 18, 2025, on the Hill, recently spoke about clean energy at an event Winnipeg. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY GEOFF STRONG, RICHARD VAN DER JAGT

October 1, 2025

In the midst of all the bad news on most fronts today, it’s sometimes beneficial to sit back and consider some positives in the climate crisis. Admittedly few, but there are some signs lately that are worth pursuing. First, the latest news:

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