A regional charity working for a future in which laws and legal systems protect ecological health and promote environmental and climate justice throughout Atlantic Canada https://www.ecelaw.ca/https://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mlva4d3vv22lOn Endangered Species Day, we reflect on the work that strong environmental law makes possible. Our team recently got to learn more about the Piping Plover as we contributed to their recovery strategy and critical habitat judicial review. Which species at risk matters most to you?15 May 2026 11:28 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlva4d3vv22lhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mlsqhfophk27The Government of Canada has released a Discussion Paper proposing significant changes to Canada's impact assessment framework to accelerate major project approvals. Our staff are reviewing the proposals and will engage as the process unfolds.14 May 2026 11:43 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlsqhfophk27https://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mlebtld76c2kNew Brunswick is reviewing its Clean Water Act. Our Staff Lawyer Richelle Martin appeared before the legislative committee this week, calling on NB to enshrine the right to clean water into law.08 May 2026 17:44 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlebtld76c2khttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3ml6nuwvrhk27After launching a judicial review in 2022, we are pleased that Canada's final amended Piping Plover recovery strategy now clearly identifies its critical habitat. Our Staff Lawyer, Richelle Martin, spoke with CBC's Information Morning in Moncton about this case. Listen here: bit.ly/49eEhhd http://bit.ly/49eEhhd06 May 2026 12:04 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml6nuwvrhk27https://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mkpspjwzkc2aA win for the Piping Plover & species at risk. The final amended recovery strategy (April 2, 2026) now clearly identifies critical habitat under SARA, adopting our key recommendations after years of advocacy and litigation: ecelaw.ca/blog/awininthefederalcourtforthepipingplover https://ecelaw.ca/blog/awininthefederalcourtforthepipingplover30 Apr 2026 14:20 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkpspjwzkc2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mkiijlrqu22gThe Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Energy Regulator has released its “What We Heard” report on its first offshore wind Call for Information. We’re looking forward to reviewing the report closely in the days to come. Learn more about our work on offshore wind: atlanticoffshorewind.ca27 Apr 2026 16:29 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkiijlrqu22ghttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mkb4feyivc2kEast Coast Environmental Law is hiring two summer students to join our team as Legal Research Assistants. For the full job description and details on how to apply, please visit our website: www.ecelaw.ca/job-postings24 Apr 2026 18:03 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkb4feyivc2khttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mk3f6lpljk2bEarth Day began with people demanding action, and that spirit lives on today. While challenges remain, we are inspired by real change. Lately, the Artemis II crew’s view of Earth reminded us what’s at stake. What’s giving you hope? Please consider supporting our work: www.ecelaw.ca/donate22 Apr 2026 11:25 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3f6lpljk2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mjmsyzpack2tCanada’s next phase of the Nature Strategy, A Force of Nature, outlines a roadmap to protect 30% of land and oceans by 2030, but key questions remain. ECEL will continue to follow and share updates. Learn more: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/nature/nature-strategy.html16 Apr 2026 16:22 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjmsyzpack2thttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mhq76plyjk2cThank you to everyone who joined our youth workshops in NB over the past two weeks on the legal right to a healthy environment! Bill 23 will be debated in the Legislature this Thursday afternoon, March 26. Link to NB Lung's form letter: https://nblung.ca/advocacy/the-right-to-a-healthy-environment/23 Mar 2026 13:48 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhq76plyjk2chttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mgpluolfcs2bThe International Coastal Access Symposium will feature experts, practitioners and advocates from around the world. For (free) registration to this virtual symposium, please visit the International Coastal Access Symposium 2026 registration page: https://ecologyaction.ca/international-coastal-access-symposium10 Mar 2026 14:37 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgpluolfcs2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mg6cxiolos2oWe’ve added a third date for our Youth Environmental Law Workshops! Join us on March 12 in Sackville to hear from East Coast Environmental Law, EOS Eco-Energy, Divest MTA and MLA Megan Mitton about the right to a healthy environment in New Brunswick. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984285063039?aff=oddtdtcreator03 Mar 2026 17:42 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mg6cxiolos2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mg62mosy7c2cWe’re co-hosting a virtual International Coastal Access Symposium in partnership with the Ecology Action Centre and Dalhousie University on Thursday, March 26 from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM AST. For more information head to: https://ecologyaction.ca/international-coastal-access-symposium03 Mar 2026 15:13 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mg62mosy7c2chttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mftzxkbmls2jYouth ages 15-25 are invited to join us in Saint John on March 18 to learn about about the role of law and policy in addressing environmental issues. Email admin@ecelaw.ca or register here on eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1982969425933?aff=oddtdtcreator27 Feb 2026 15:35 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mftzxkbmls2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mfcy6buqxk2gWe have an opening on our Board for a volunteer treasurer. You can find the full position description at www.ecelaw.ca/job-postings20 Feb 2026 20:47 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfcy6buqxk2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3meoaskq6rs2pCalling all youth ages 15-25! Join us for a Youth Environmental Law Workshop on the Right to a Healthy Environment in New Brunswick. UNB Fredericton - March 11, 4:30 - 6:30 PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/youth-environmental-law-workshop-fredericton-tickets-1982787369397?aff=oddtdtcreator UNB Saint John - March 18, 4:30 - 6:30 PM https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1982969425933?aff=oddtdtcreator12 Feb 2026 14:56 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3meoaskq6rs2phttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mejmzjbbqc2aJoin us on February 12 at 3 PM AT for Webinar 2 in the series with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Caucus of the Canadian Environmental Network. Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IJqeZw_uRGGWYFXvYVTEwQ10 Feb 2026 18:51 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mejmzjbbqc2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mddt2sfun22hWe are seeking a Research and Communications Officer to join our team for a fixed term in 2026. Check out the job posting on our website for full details: www.ecelaw.ca/job-postings26 Jan 2026 17:58 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mddt2sfun22hhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mchs72hys22hJoin us this afternoon at 3PM AST for the first in a webinar series with the Canadian Environmental Network (RCEN) "What’s Going on with Federal IA? Public Engagement in Nation-Building Times" Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lI_9lY0cSBOMsJHXPKAF_w15 Jan 2026 14:28 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mchs72hys22hhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3mbyufqvwp22iNext Thursday, we're participating in the first webinar in a series with the Canadian Environmental Network. Join us January 15 as we discuss "What's going on with Federal IA? Public Engagement in Nation-Building Times." More information and registration here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lI_9lY0cSBOMsJHXPKAF_w09 Jan 2026 15:58 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3mbyufqvwp22ihttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3m7sqccjjnc2jToday, An Act Respecting the Right to a Healthy Environment was tabled in the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick and passed First Reading. Your voice can help make this right a reality in New Brunswick! You can sign a letter prepared by @nblung.bsky.social here: https://nblung.ca/adv.../the-right-to-a-healthy-environment/12 Dec 2025 18:38 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3m7sqccjjnc2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3m6ztnr5ia22aYour donation this Giving Tuesday will help us provide more communities with the tools and resources they need to protect wetlands; your support will also strengthen our capacity to advocate for stronger environmental laws and policies. Click the link to give today! www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/14134502 Dec 2025 21:01 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6ztnr5ia22ahttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3m634cyhr2c2jThe Government of New Brunswick is reviewing its Clean Water Act. Visit the government website at https://www.gnb.ca/en/gov/engagement-consultation/updating-clean-water-act.html to learn more and provide your feedback on the review.20 Nov 2025 15:44 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3m634cyhr2c2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3m5yhabioik2nWebinar alert! Learn more about how the CNSOER Call for Information will shape the future of offshore wind regulation in NS. Join us Tues, Dec 2 from 7:00-8:30 PM AST to learn how you can get involved during this public engagement process. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Eb7IvqeFSGW8Du3PQfMJSQ #novascotia #offshorewind19 Nov 2025 14:21 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3m5yhabioik2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3m3g5ky44y22xThe Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Energy Regulator (CNSOER) has launched a Call for Information on offshore wind. Open until January 13, 2026 - public feedback invited on Wind Energy Areas, bid criteria and draft license terms. Visit: https://cnsoer.ca/renewable-energy/offshore-wind-land-tenure-process-ns25-1r/offshore-wind-call-information #offshorewind #novascotia17 Oct 2025 20:50 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3m3g5ky44y22xhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3m2onragpck26ECEL has teamed up with the Ecology Action Centre and the Sierra Club Canada Foundation to form the Atlantic Offshore Wind Coalition. In a recent Op-Ed, ECEL Executive Director Lisa Mitchell speaks to the role offshore wind can play in the renewable energy transition: https://www.ecelaw.ca/resources-library/wind-west-can-power-canada-op-ed-lisa-mitchell08 Oct 2025 12:36 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3m2onragpck26https://bsky.app/profile/ecelaw.bsky.social/post/3lzqg5u65sc22Join us in Charlottetown on October 23 for a free public workshop. We want to hear from you about the direction of a future Prince Edward Island public beach access policy or legislation! Visit our eventbrite page for full details and to register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/coastal-access-law-and-policy-in-prince-edward-island-tickets-1662977282819?aff=oddtdtcreator26 Sep 2025 12:00 +0000at://did:plc:okaek2pdxserjztcdwtlj2vn/app.bsky.feed.post/3lzqg5u65sc22