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Extreme heat is a global killer and worse for our health than previously thought, new research shows

The global death toll from surging temperatures in 2024 is staggering. Canada is already facing its hottest year on record. Now, scientists and physicians warn the devastating health impacts from high heat could keep getting worse.

A new law aims to crack down on environmental racism in Canada

For years, researchers, activists, community leaders have shown how Indigenous, Black and other racialized groups have been disproportionately affected by polluting industries. Now, a new law will require the federal government to better track this injustice, and aim to correct it.

Heat waves linked to higher mortality rates, especially in cities with more renters

With millions under heat warnings from Ontario eastward, new research is shedding light on the health risks from exposure to unusually warm temperatures particularly in cities with more renters.

4 things to know about the 'oppressive' heat wave in Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada

Millions of people are under a heat warning in Ontario, Quebec and the Atlantic provinces, with Environment and Climate Change Canada warning that temperatures could reach as high as 35 C.

Canadian bank CEOs defend investments in oil and gas

The chief executives from Canada's five biggest banks faced hard questions from MPs on Thursday over their climate commitments and plans to help spur transition to renewable energy.

MPs grill Canadian oil and gas executives over profits and emissions

Faced with tough questions about their record profits and climate track record, Canadian oil and gas executivesargued Thursday there's no need for a cap on emissions and that regulations have made it difficult to do business.

UN chief calls for fossil fuel ads to be banned like cigarette ads

United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres took aim at fossil fuel advertising in a major speech on Wednesday that gave ammunition to critics who have been calling for tighter restrictions in Canada and countries around the world.

Earth hit with 12 straight months of record-breaking temperatures

The planets string of record-breaking temperatures has continued for a full year, with May marking the 12th consecutive month for which its average temperature set a new record for the month. The grim milestone prompted a call for urgent action from the United Nations.

Lightning-caused wildfires burn the most area in Canada, and could be more common as the climate warms

Human-caused fires are on the decline, but experts are concerned lightning-caused fires could become more common and lead to larger wildfires as the climate warms.

This senator wants Canadian banks to fight climate change

Rosa Galvez has taken on a Herculean task: force Canadian financial institutions to prioritize the fight against climate change.