As the Paris Agreement turns 10, Canadian policy must align to protect our health and future

Paris-aligned policy can position Canada’s economy as one of the future rather than a failing, uncompetitive relic of the past in a decarbonizing world.

Despite 89 per cent of people worldwide supporting climate action, this is a largely silent majority underestimated by policymakers, which delays critical climate action, writes Mili Roy. Unsplash photograph by Markus Spiske

Opinion

BY MILI ROY

December 10, 2025

Being on the ground at the recent United Nations Conference of the Parties, birthplace of the landmark global Paris Agreement a decade ago, was a reminder of Canada’s opportunity and obligation to secure the health and future of all Canadians.

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