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Environment

Our latest stories on the environment, climate change, the health of our ecosystems, the people fighting to protect our natural world, and the industries working to change

Illustration of two orcas in a circular motion, nose to tail (similar to the yin and yang symbol) outlined by a watercolour circle with shades of pink, blue, and purple, set against a black background.
Environment

The Two Captive Orcas Who Can Nearly Taste Freedom

July 3, 2025July 3, 2025 - by Jessica Taylor Price

The clock is ticking to rehome whales that have never lived outside of Marineland

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A photo of a burned forest against a blue sky. The slender tree trunks are charred.
Environment

Climate Change Is Happening. Why Don’t We See It?

June 19, 2025June 19, 2025 - by Bojan Fürst

The photographers making us look at ecological destruction in new ways

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Environment

As Global Climate Leadership Stumbles, Cities Are Stepping Up

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025 - by Arno Kopecky

From green infrastructure to net-zero commitments, local governments are outpacing national policies

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A woman sorts plastic bottle covers in Manila, Philippines.
Environment / May 2025

A Canadian Company Says It’s Fighting Pollution in the Philippines. Is It Cashing In Instead?

April 8, 2025April 8, 2025 - by Rémy Bourdillon

Paying plastic-waste pickers might just be a licence to pollute

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Photo shows the back of a man framed by a door, beyond which are visible the flames of a wildfire in the distance
Environment

Climate Violence Is Coming for Rich Countries, and They’re Not Ready

April 5, 2025April 5, 2025 - by Peter Schwartzstein

As the world warms, the West learns it’s not exempt

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Environment

Polar Vortex and Firenado: Hard-Core Jargon Has Taken Over Forecasts

January 21, 2025January 21, 2025 - by Arno Kopecky

As climate gets weird, so does language

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Environment

2024: The Year in Environment

December 30, 2024December 31, 2024 - by Various Contributors

Conversations that tackle the state of the planet, from local challenges to global crises

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A photo illustration of the earth seen from space. Half the world has been replaced with a large Canadian loonie.
Environment

Why Rich Nations Must Help Poorer Countries Face Climate Change

November 15, 2024November 23, 2024 - by Arno Kopecky

At COP29, the fight shifts to funding countries hit hardest by global warming

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An underwater statue of Jesus Christ, arms outspread, covered in moss and sea flora
Environment

Meet the Evangelicals Who Actually Care about the Environment

September 23, 2024September 23, 2024 - by David Geselbracht

“If we really take the Bible seriously, we would be at the front of the line demanding climate action”

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A close up of a Black bear looking pensive
Environment

How We Treat Bears in Cities Is Trash

September 2, 2024September 3, 2024 - by Rhiannon Russell

Too many of them are becoming casualties in the battle of the bins

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How’s The Walrus?

As the executive director, I am frequently asked this question. These days, I reply: “The Walrus was made for this moment.” From on-again, off-again trade news and negotiations to a new prime minister, we are committed to Canada’s conversations. We launched six regional bureaus earlier this year to ensure comprehensive coverage across this great country of ours. But we can’t do this alone. As a non-profit newsroom, this work isn’t possible without our readers’ support. If you believe in Canada’s stories, support our paywall-free journalism with a donation today.

Our team is small, but our commitment is big; just like our country. Every story we publish is the result of writers, artists, and editors going the extra mile (well, kilometres) to bring Canada closer together through compelling, fact-checked, and regionally grounded reporting.

Thank you for your support.

Jennifer Hollett
Executive Director, The Walrus

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