Ottawa ‘doing a lot’ on climate, says environment minister, as Bloc critic decries ‘worst climate backsliding’ in Canadian history

'For a year now, you have been saying that Canada has been doing more to fight climate change,' Bloc Québécois MP Patrick Bonin told Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin. 'The former environment minister has said the exact opposite.'

Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin told the House Environment Committee on May 28 that the government is ‘progressing’ on meeting Canada’s climate targets.The Hill Times photograph by Aidan Raynor

News

BY ELEANOR WAND

May 28, 2026

Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin faced sharp criticism from opposition MPs at a committee meeting one day after climate advocate and former minister Steven Guilbeaut announced his coming resignation from the House over the Liberals’ environmental policy.

To keep reading, subscribe and become a political insider.

Only $7.76 a week for an annual subscription.

Enjoy unlimited website access and the digital newspaper.

Cancel anytime.

Already a Subscriber?

Get Today’s Headlines Newsletter

Your quick scan of the news you need each weekday to be the smartest person in the room.

By entering your email address you consent to receive email from The Hill Times containing news, analysis, updates and offers. You may unsubscribe at any time. See our privacy policy

FOLLOW THE HILL TIMES: