Protecting the Humber River Watershed
The Humber River Watershed is one of the largest and most ecologically significant areas in the Greater Toronto Area, supporting over 600 species and offering vital natural spaces. But increasing pollution, urban development, and climate change are threatening its health. This blog explores how organizations like A Greener Future are leading community cleanups in Toronto, contributing to initiatives like the Toronto Inner Harbour Floatables Strategy, and empowering residents to volunteer for environmental conservation. Discover how you can help protect local waterways, improve biodiversity, and support a cleaner, greener future.
How Did Plastic Become Such a Problem?
So far, 2024 has been a pivotal year for plastic negotiations as the global community bears the weight of the current plastic pollution crisis. From April 23–29, 2024, delegates from around the world gathered in Ottawa for the fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Plastic Pollution–INC-4, otherwise known as the global plastic treaty negotiations. From the Great Pacific Garbage Patch to the slums of Mumbai, to the shores of Lake Ontario, plastic has become a major component of climatic and environmental strife over the last 80 years.
