Greenspiration News & Events: how Paris swapped cars for bikes

Tue Apr 7 14:54:22 UTC 2026

INTERNATIONAL

War’s Environmental Fallout: U.N. Expert Decries Targeting of Oil Sites & Desalination Plants

https://www.democracynow.org/2026/4/1/iran_war_environmental_effects

The oil industry is betting big on plastics. Here's what that means for the future

Journalist Beth Gardiner says the fossil fuel industry is increasingly reliant upon plastic products. Her book is Plastic Inc.: The Secret History and Shocking Future of Big Oil's Biggest Bet. 35.min listen.

https://www.npr.org/2026/04/01/nx-s1-5763690/the-oil-industry-is-betting-big-on-plastics-heres-what-that-means-for-the-future

Denmark’s election shows that proportional representation works

The elections in Canada and Denmark couldn’t have been more different.

https://www.fairvote.ca/31/03/2026/denmarks-election-shows-that-proportional-representation-works/

The Impact Of Radiation On Health

This powerful webinar brought together a distinguished panel of international experts to examine the generational impacts of radioactivity and the current state of environmental safety.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEg1LTF28V8

How Paris swapped cars for bikes – and transformed its streets

Paris has embarked on a grand transformation since 2014, planting 155,000 trees, adding several hundred kilometres of bike lanes, pedestrianising 300 school streets and banning cars from the banks of the Seine.

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/05/how-paris-swapped-cars-for-bikes-and-remade-its-streets

CANADA

New Oil and Gas Projects Heighten Financial Risk for Canada, Carbon Tracker Analysis Shows

https://www.theenergymix.com/new-oil-and-gas-projects-heighten-financial-risk-for-canada-carbon-tracker-analysis-shows/

Webinar recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLqEsNXbvI0 

How ‘The Charles Koch of Canada’ Created a $9.5 Million Influence Machine

Since 2007, former fracking magnate Gwyn Morgan has used his foundation to channel over $9.5 million into a sprawling network of libertarian think tanks, right-wing media outlets, and conservative organizations, a detailed analysis of tax records reveals. They are all right-wing megaphones amplifying variants of a similar message: that governments need to cut taxes, slash red tape, and allow the fossil fuel industry to grow without restraint while funding climate disinformation.

https://www.desmog.com/2026/03/27/how-the-charles-koch-of-canada-created-a-9-5-million-influence-machine/

Mark Carney Pledges $1B in Taxpayer Money for a ‘Carbon Bomb’ Project

It’s a massive subsidy to Equinor, the Norwegian oil company behind the Bay du Nord offshore oil project.

https://www.desmog.com/2026/04/01/mark-carney-pledges-1b-in-taxpayer-money-for-a-carbon-bomb-project/

Among the Alberta Separatists

I wanted to learn the true target of their angry dreams. What I heard made me tremble for the Alberta I love.

https://thetyee.ca/Analysis/2026/04/01/Among_Separatists/

Alberta’s Panicked Media Warn the Communists Are at the Gate

The victory of Avi Lewis sparks a wild bout of red-baiting.

https://thetyee.ca/Opinion/2026/03/31/Albertas-Panicked-Media-Warn/

“A voice of unmatched eloquence and integrity”: Stephen Lewis dead at 88

2 min. video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPvG03p0ukI

Avi Lewis Is Absolutely Killing It 

18 min. video podcast with The Rational National 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vFl9WvlqfE

No More Armoured Vehicles for ICE!

Canada must stop exporting military equipment fuelling human rights abuses

https://act.greenpeace.ca/en-ca/no-more-armoured-vehicles-for-ice

PFAS, the “forever chemicals”

https://ottawariverkeeper.ca/what-we-do-2/issues/take-action-on-pfas

Getting Ready - Again! Next Step in Review of NWMO's Nuclear Waste Project

6 min. explainer. An introduction to the NWMO's (Nuclear Waste Management Organization's) nuclear waste transportation and burial scheme, and walks through the steps in the current phase of the impact assessment process.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOuaBWz750w

Do we need nuclear power to create medical isotopes? G. Edwards webinar recording.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqNeoFyRlz4

ONTARIO

Ontario Moves to Gut Green Development Standards, Undercut Affordable Energy

https://www.theenergymix.com/ontario-moves-to-gut-green-development-standards-undercut-affordable-energy/

TORONTO

Toronto can put a stake through the heart of its biggest polluter

Here's how renewables can replace the dirty Portlands gas plant

https://www.cleanairalliance.org/stake-through-heart/

Toronto prepares court challenges to provincial takeovers of Ontario Place and island airport https://www.nationalobserver.com/2026/04/02/news/ontario-toronto-legal-battles-waterfront

Home Solar Accelerator

A new, free service that makes it easier than ever for GTHA residents to install home solar and battery storage.

https://solaraccelerator.ca/

Earth Day Globe Walk on April 18 need volunteers, petition signatures, walkers and more

https://www.earthdayglobewalk2026.ca/

TOOKER TAPES

Check out the growing Tooker Tapes playlist - lots to watch - our shared history!

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3IwhNn-WrINTQz2fBNayDoBWLW0y59le

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EVENTS

The Right to Wind in your Hair

Tues. April 7, 11 a.m. ET

Guests: Ole Kassow, founder, and Pernille Vedersø Bussone, director, Cycling Without Age. Copenhagen, Denmark.

Join Cycling Without Age on an interactive trishaw ride through Copenhagen for a talk about the importance of stimulating the senses.

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yhcCo8-rSV-ElLpEaCSecg#/registration 

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Here comes the Sun: Driving a Renewable Energy Revolution

Wed. Apr. 8, 6:30 p.m. ET

Seniors for Climate is proud to host a timely discussion with climate author and activist Bill McKibben. This webinar will highlight the urgent need to raise our voices, and build a stronger, more effective climate movement together. McKibben will answer important questions, and speak about his latest book, Here Comes the Sun, exploring why renewable energy is now poised to transform the world.

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CaaTWVrqSlaVfw5L44pMJg  

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The New Nuclear Arms Race

Wed. April 8, 5 p.m. ET

Online and In person at 60 Lowther Ave, Toronto

Matt Korda is the Associate Director for the Nuclear Information Project at the Federation of American Scientists, and  Associate Senior Researcher with the Weapons of Mass Destruction Programme at the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute.

Online: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/P-OH4vETRGmUHJH1V1Tc3Q#/registration

In person: https://www.scienceforpeace.org/events-1/the-new-nuclear-arms-race

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The Walrus Talks Power and Belonging

Thur. Apr. 9, 7 p.m.

Online and in-person, Daniel Spectrum Theatre, Toronto

Every year, new studies show continual erosion in the public trust in institutions and society in Canada. Democracy feels fragile, and many people feel shut out of the systems that shape their lives. Now more than ever, it’s important to question and understand the intersection of power and belonging. At The Walrus Talks Power and Belonging, speakers from civic life, research institutions, culture work, and community organizing will explore how agency and voice define whether people feel they belong. How can dignity, trust, and participation be rebuilt when polarization is driving us apart? How can communities and individuals reclaim the power to make a difference?

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-walrus-talks-power-and-belonging-tickets-1983959654734  

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Nuclear Waste Scholar Series: Rudolfo Anaya and the Atomic Bomb

Fri. Apr. 10, 3 p.m. ET

In this presentation, Myrriah Gómez will discuss how New Mexican Chicano author Rudolfo Anaya wrote about the atomic bomb and nuclear culture in much of his work. As one of the world’s most recognized Chicano authors, Myrriah seeks to frame Anaya's writing in the larger context of nuclear cultural production, specifically literature about atomic weapons. By interrogating Anaya’s presence in nuclear culture, she is asking important questions about what his writing conveys about New Mexican Hispanic culture and whether or not nuclear weapons can be considered part of the querencia of nuevomexicanos-- that is, the place where one feels most safe, often associated with a deep love of place. Myrriah will discuss several of Anaya’s writings as well as her recent findings from his archival collection held at the Center for Southwest Research.

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CdOsochgSYKiEeBQ0WPz1g#/registration

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Explore & Learn about the Great Lakes

Sun. Apr. 12, 1 - 3 p.m. ET

Evergreen Brick Works, BMO Atrium, 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto

Join us to experience the Great Lakes in a new & exciting way. Explore hotspots on Biinaagami's Giant Floor Map through augmented reality (AR) storytelling. Biinaagami means pure, clean water, and speaks to our shared responsibility for the Great Lakes. Enjoy a talk by Katie Kaia’ton:ni Doreen of CANADIAN GEOGRAPHIC & Gregary Ford of SWIM DRINK FISH. They'll transport you beyond the water’s edge and into its depths. Learn how you can support these waters on which we all depend.

https://3common.com/event/walk-the-great-lakes/69bb4d2e19c320e43d445e15

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Join Avi for an online appreciation event

Sun. Apr. 12, 3 - 4 p.m. ET

Join Avi Lewis and Team to celebrate and express our immense gratitude for everyone who made this moment possible. That’s you! We’ll share highlights from across the country. Share photos from the campaign, and, Share stories and comments from volunteers like you! It’s a joyful space to celebrate all that we’ve built.

https://act.lewisforleader.ca/supporter-appreciation-party

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https://www.democracynow.org/ 

Tooker Tapes Archive Project - Youtube Playlist

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3IwhNn-WrINTQz2fBNayDoBWLW0y59le

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