Putting Climate Change on Trial within Canada's Legal System
Climate change is a serious problem, and we need to do something about it urgently.
The threat of climate change demands more than just thoughts, prayers, and excuses. It's time to take action.
One way to do this is through the legal system.
Climate change litigation is a growing field, and it's having a real impact. In recent years, courts have ruled in favor of climate activists in several high-profile cases.
These cases have helped to raise awareness of the dangers of climate change
They have also forced governments and corporations to take action to reduce emissions. Here's a look at some of the most important climate change cases in Canada:
- In 2016, the Supreme Court of Canada ruled that the federal government has a duty to protect the environment.
- In 2018, the Federal Court of Appeal ruled that the federal government's approval of the Trans Mountain pipeline was unconstitutional.
- In 2019, the Supreme Court of Canada ruled that the Ontario government has a duty to protect the environment.
These cases are just the beginning. As the impacts of climate change become more severe, we can expect to see more and more climate change litigation.
The legal system can be a powerful tool for fighting climate change.
It can help to raise awareness of the problem, force governments and corporations to take action, and protect the environment for future generations.
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