The federal government released its draft Sustainable Development Strategy in January, but the word ‘Earth’ does not appear once in the 22,000-word document. Go figure.
A recent report from the United Kingdom warns that ‘critical ecosystems are at risk of collapsing,’ and if ‘current rates of biodiversity loss continue, every critical ecosystem is on a pathway to collapse.’
We have already crossed seven of the nine planetary boundaries scientists have identified that together maintain global stability.
Creating a well-being society is about ensuring everyone across Canada has equitable access to the goods and services we all need to live a safe and fulfilling life.
You might think that this situation would cause alarm amongst our political and other leaders, but you would be wrong. Like a bunch of ostriches, they seem intent on burying their heads in the sand.
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s plan to cut carbon emissions while expanding fossil fuel energy sources is 100-per-cent contradictory. Canada must move forward on climate, and not backwards, as the Liberal government’s plan suggests.