Science and Environment
Science and Environment
Science and Environment
Science and Environment Links
- Canadian Association of Tire Recycling Agencies CATRA is an informal association of provincial tire recycling organizations. Provides information on how to enhance the effectiveness of scrap tire diversion and recycling through the sharing of information, expertise and resources.
- Stop Climate Change Canadian Climate Quiz and actions to take for clean air. One of the major programs of the David Suzuki Foundation.
- North American Commission for Environmental Cooperation The CEC was established to address regional environmental concerns, help prevent potential trade and environmental conflicts, and to promote the effective enforcement of environmental law. The Agreement complements the environmental provisions of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
- Environmental Illness Society of Canada Information and resources for people who suffer from environmental illness triggered by exposure to chemicals and allergic sources.
- Canadian Association of Palynologists Association focuses on palynology from all geologic eras, spanning the Palaeozoic to the Quaternary and from all branches of the discipline. Provides information and resources.
- Canadian Radiation Protection Association The CRPA is a professional society that supports the development and implementation of radiation safety programs in all areas of industry, medicine, research and the environment.
- Friends of the Environment Foundation Encourage Canadians to participate in the restoration of their local environment.
- Clean Air Canada Up to date information on air quality issues in Canada. Including environmental law and policy, motor vehicle emissions and industrial sources of pollution. Maintained by students at the Environment Law Centre, University of Victoria.
- The Ecology Action Centre Canadian group has been an active advocate in protecting the environment since 1972. Working on issues of transportartion, wilderness, sustainable communities and the marine environment.
- The Emergency Management Home Page Contains information on emergency preparedness and disasters of interest to practitioners, the academic community, and the general public.
- Canadian Emergency Preparedness Association CEPA promotes emergency preparedness. Provides description of services.
- International Institute for Sustainable Development IISD promotes sustainable development in decision-making. Info on Community Adaptation and Sustainable Livelihoods (CASL) program. Resources addressing climate change and adaptation in the Arctic and Great Plains.
- Pembina Institute for Appropriate Development Independent, citizen-based non-profit organization involved in environmental education, research, public policy development, and corporate environmental management services.
- Canadian Environmental Network Work to protect the Earth and promote ecologically sound ways of life. The CEN works on many issues. Provides resources, newsletter and large link collection.
- First Nations Environmental Network A circle of Canadian First Nations people working to protect and restore the balance of all life through traditional Indigenous values.
- Sierra Club of Canada Work on matters of public policy and environmental awareness. Information on local chapters and working groups in every region of the country.
- Canadian Federation of Biological Societies Information about the CFBS which represents Canadian biological and biomedical professional associations.
- Canadian Biodiversity Information Network Part of the clearing-house Mechanism (CHM) of the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity. Provides biodiversity information and data from across the country.
- EnPro Associates Ltd. Environmental investigation firm specializing in regulatory compliance issues related to risk and liability.
- Sierra Youth Coalition/Coalition Jeunesse Sierra The SYC is the youth-run branch of the Sierra Club of Canada that serves as an action centre for youth concerned about the environment.
- The Canadian Information Processing Society CIPS is an association of Canadian information technology (IT) professionals. Provide membership information and resources for members.
- Emergency Preparedness Provides directory of Canadian government information on the internet.
- Environmental Bureau of Investigation EBI is a project of the Energy Probe Research Foundation (EPRF). Protect public resources through the application and enforcement of environmental laws.Features the Citizens Guide to Environmental Investigation and Private Prosecution online.
- Sierra Legal Defence Fund Protects the environment by upholding and enforcing Canada's environmental laws, providing free legal advice and representation. Information on environmental conditions and issues (examples include air and water pollution, impacts of logging, endangered species, and B.C. salmon).
- Mining Watch Canada Provides response to the threats to public health, water and air quality, fish and wildlife habitat and community interests posed by irresponsible mineral policies and practices in Canada and around the world.
- Canadian Operational Research Society Provides information, bulletins and activities. Site in English and French.
- Environment Probe Public interest organization that promotes property rights and market mechanisms to protect the environment. On line publications on property rights, fisheries, forestry, water and wastewater.
- Statistical Society of Canada Information, resources and publications.
- Canada's Astronauts in Space Provides information, videos, and links on Canada's Astronauts.
- Disaster Recovery Institute Canada Provides information about services for contingency planning and business continuity.
- Canadian Association of Geographers Information and activities about an organization of geographers from universities, colleges, corporations and government.
- Museum of Science and Technology Science museum site in Ottawa. Includes information on exhibits, publications, special events, and programs.
- Discovery Channel Canada Television channel (EXN) featuring science, technology, adventure and nature news and documentaries.
- The Evergreen Foundation Work to create healthy cities through innovative community naturalization projects across Canada - on school grounds, on public lands, and on the home landscape. Provides information about programs, resources and events.
- Disaster Recovery Information Exchange DRIE provides information and resources for emergency and disaster planning.
- Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists Provides information on the activities of the CCTT, a professional association which represents the interests of applied science and engineering technicians and technologists.
- The Green Group Provides information on environmental education for a sustainable future including the Eco-Pals program -- a pen-pen program on an environmental theme for students grades K to 9.
- Canadian Association of Physicists Information on the association for physicists living in Canada.
- David Suzuki Foundation An environmental non-profit organization working to design a vision of Earth in which humans live within the planets productive capacity, and finding and communicating practical steps to bring that vision to reality. Includes news and articles.
- Chemical Institute of Canada Umbrella organization for the Canadian Society for Chemistry, the Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering and the Canadian Society for Chemical Technology. Information and resources.
- EcoAction.ca Campaign to tell Canadas governments that climate protection should be their first priority. Information on climate change and renewable energy. Project of the Pembina Institute's Climate Change Program and Energy Watch.
- Pollution Probe A leading Canadian environmental organization on many issues. Provide information, publications and activities.
- Envireform To equip Canadians to participate in shaping international trade and finance regimes that enhance environmental quality, social cohesion and sustainable development at home and abroad
- Canadian Centre for Pollution Prevention Extensive information on implementing actions that avoid or minimize the creation of pollution and waste, including conferences, events, and education opportunities.
- CanExplore Developed through a cooperative agreement between Agriculture and Agri-food Canada, Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, and Natural Resources Canada. Provides access to information related to the sustainable use of natural resources.
- Canadians Against Pesticides Informing Canadians of pesticide risks. Actions against pesticides and toxins.
- Canadian Mathematical Society Information on the CMS including activities and publications.
- Friends of the Earth Canada Environmental organizations that campaign on the most urgent environmental and social issues of the day. Information on the activities of FOE.
- Canadian Environmental Law Association Non-profit organization that uses existing laws to protect and advocate for the environment. Provides publications and documents related to CELA's client representation.
- Canadian Council on Ecological Areas The CCEA is committed to establishing a comprehensive network of protected areas linked together in a system that will protect Canada's terrestrial and aquatic diversity in perpetuity.
- Centre Patronal de l'Environnement du Québec The CPEQ's mission is to promote the interests of industry and business in environmental matters with the governments and public in the context of sustainable development. The Centre presents a unified position on important matters of common interest by coordinating its members' objectives and achieving a reasonable consensus.
- Environment Canada: Climate Change Background information and resources on global climate change.
- Great Canadian Scientists Meet some great Canadian scientists and learn about their achievements. The site consists of early draft chapters of the book, as well as a great reference for learning more about the scientists.
- Emergency Preparedness Information Exchange EPIX provides information and resources on natural hazards and disaster management.
- Environmental Studies Association of Canada Information on the activities of ESAC and Alternatives magazine.
- Canadian Landscapes Features collection of photographs from the Canadian Geological Survey highlighting the natural landscape.
- EcoWeb EcoWeb is part of the Web Networks Community and aims to become an integrated information and action center for Canada's environmental community.
- Citizens For Renewable Energy CFRE provides information to promote the use of renewable energy (such as solar and wind), which in turn will decrease the need for nuclear energy and fossil fuels.
- Go for Green Charitable organization encouraging Canadians to pursue healthy, outdoor physical activities while being good environmental citizens. Support initiatives to enhance personal and environmental health.
- CanadianEnvironmental.com Forum for professionals who manage environmental issues related to industry to network, develop solutions, and access environmental information and resources. Events, legislation and resources.
- Canadian Centre for Emergency Preparedness Assists communities, governments and private business to prepare for, prevent, respond to, and recover from man-made or natural disasters. Description of services.
- Greenpeace Canada Independent campaigning organization that uses non-violent, creative confrontation to expose global environmental problems.
- Canadian Environmental Defence Fund Provides assistance in environmental law for environmental protection. Site has news, articles and resources.
- Energy Probe Research Foundation Comprised of Probe International, Energy Probe, Environmental Bureau of Investigation, Environment Probe, Urban Renaissance Institute, Consumer Policy Institute, and Margaret Laurence Fund. One of Canada's leading environmental and public policy research institutes.
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