East Coast Environmental Law
@ecelaw.bsky.social
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
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Newsletter and in the News — East Coast Environmental Law
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July 28, 2026 at 11:53 AM
You can stay connected with us at:
Newsletter: www.ecelaw.ca/-newsletter
LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/company/east...
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ecelaw
Newsletter: www.ecelaw.ca/-newsletter
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/ecelaw
ECEL has decided to pause new posts on Bluesky so our team can focus on strengthening our communications on other platforms. Thank you for following our work here.
July 28, 2026 at 11:52 AM
ECEL has decided to pause new posts on Bluesky so our team can focus on strengthening our communications on other platforms. Thank you for following our work here.
Join our upcoming free public environmental law workshop on: Natural Areas Protection, Fisheries, and Species at Risk, plus help us shape our new PEI Environmental Law Guide. Reserve your spot: www.eventbrite.ca/e/free-envir...
June 18, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Join our upcoming free public environmental law workshop on: Natural Areas Protection, Fisheries, and Species at Risk, plus help us shape our new PEI Environmental Law Guide. Reserve your spot: www.eventbrite.ca/e/free-envir...
Our May 2026 Newsletter is now available. This month: a win for the Piping Plover, proposed federal environmental law amendments, Canada's new electricity strategy, and clean water rights in NB. Read more: mailchi.mp/d1cb8b659779...
June 16, 2026 at 2:18 PM
Our May 2026 Newsletter is now available. This month: a win for the Piping Plover, proposed federal environmental law amendments, Canada's new electricity strategy, and clean water rights in NB. Read more: mailchi.mp/d1cb8b659779...
ECEL and six partner organizations have written to the federal government cautioning against a rushed Regional Assessment of offshore oil and gas exploratory drilling in Nova Scotia. A credible process takes time. www.ecelaw.ca/resources-li...
June 4, 2026 at 12:04 PM
ECEL and six partner organizations have written to the federal government cautioning against a rushed Regional Assessment of offshore oil and gas exploratory drilling in Nova Scotia. A credible process takes time. www.ecelaw.ca/resources-li...
This Biodiversity Day, the theme is clear: "acting locally for global impact." Addressing biodiversity loss can feel daunting, but local engagement and strong legal frameworks are where real progress begins.
May 22, 2026 at 12:11 PM
This Biodiversity Day, the theme is clear: "acting locally for global impact." Addressing biodiversity loss can feel daunting, but local engagement and strong legal frameworks are where real progress begins.
On 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?
May 15, 2026 at 11:28 AM
On 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?
The 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.
May 14, 2026 at 11:43 AM
The 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.
New 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.
May 8, 2026 at 5:44 PM
New 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.
After 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
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May 6, 2026 at 12:04 PM
After 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
A 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
A Win in the Federal Court for the Piping Plover, and for Government Accountability — East Coast Environmental Law
In an important win for species at risk protection in Canada, the Federal Court has ruled that the Minister of Environment and Climate Change acted unreasonably when redefining critical habitat for th...
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April 30, 2026 at 2:20 PM
A 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
The 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.ca
April 27, 2026 at 4:29 PM
The 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.ca
East 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-postings
For the full job description and details on how to apply, please visit our website: www.ecelaw.ca/job-postings
April 24, 2026 at 6:03 PM
East 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-postings
For the full job description and details on how to apply, please visit our website: www.ecelaw.ca/job-postings
Earth 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/donate
April 22, 2026 at 11:25 AM
Earth 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/donate
Canada’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: www.canada.ca/en/services/...
Learn more: www.canada.ca/en/services/...
April 16, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Canada’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: www.canada.ca/en/services/...
Learn more: www.canada.ca/en/services/...
Thank 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: nblung.ca/advocacy/the...
Bill 23 will be debated in the Legislature this Thursday afternoon, March 26.
Link to NB Lung's form letter: nblung.ca/advocacy/the...
March 23, 2026 at 1:48 PM
Thank 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: nblung.ca/advocacy/the...
Bill 23 will be debated in the Legislature this Thursday afternoon, March 26.
Link to NB Lung's form letter: nblung.ca/advocacy/the...
The 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:
ecologyaction.ca/internationa...
ecologyaction.ca/internationa...
March 10, 2026 at 2:37 PM
The 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:
ecologyaction.ca/internationa...
ecologyaction.ca/internationa...
We’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.
www.eventbrite.com/e/1984285063...
www.eventbrite.com/e/1984285063...
March 3, 2026 at 5:42 PM
We’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.
www.eventbrite.com/e/1984285063...
www.eventbrite.com/e/1984285063...
We’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: ecologyaction.ca/internationa...
March 3, 2026 at 3:13 PM
We’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: ecologyaction.ca/internationa...
Youth 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 [email protected] or register here on eventbrite: www.eventbrite.com/e/1982969425...
February 27, 2026 at 3:35 PM
Youth 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 [email protected] or register here on eventbrite: www.eventbrite.com/e/1982969425...
We have an opening on our Board for a volunteer treasurer. You can find the full position description at www.ecelaw.ca/job-postings
February 20, 2026 at 8:47 PM
We have an opening on our Board for a volunteer treasurer. You can find the full position description at www.ecelaw.ca/job-postings
Calling 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
www.eventbrite.com/e/youth-envi...
UNB Saint John - March 18, 4:30 - 6:30 PM
www.eventbrite.ca/e/1982969425...
UNB Fredericton - March 11, 4:30 - 6:30 PM
www.eventbrite.com/e/youth-envi...
UNB Saint John - March 18, 4:30 - 6:30 PM
www.eventbrite.ca/e/1982969425...
February 12, 2026 at 2:56 PM
Calling 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
www.eventbrite.com/e/youth-envi...
UNB Saint John - March 18, 4:30 - 6:30 PM
www.eventbrite.ca/e/1982969425...
UNB Fredericton - March 11, 4:30 - 6:30 PM
www.eventbrite.com/e/youth-envi...
UNB Saint John - March 18, 4:30 - 6:30 PM
www.eventbrite.ca/e/1982969425...
Join 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: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
February 10, 2026 at 6:51 PM
Join 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: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Communities asked for a plan to protect oceans and jobs. NL’s government walking away puts both at risk. Let’s work together for a sustainable future.
👉 Read the full statement here: ecologyaction.ca/resources-media/position-statements/eacs-statement-government-newfoundland-and-labradors-withdrawal
👉 Read the full statement here: ecologyaction.ca/resources-media/position-statements/eacs-statement-government-newfoundland-and-labradors-withdrawal
February 5, 2026 at 8:48 PM
Communities asked for a plan to protect oceans and jobs. NL’s government walking away puts both at risk. Let’s work together for a sustainable future.
👉 Read the full statement here: ecologyaction.ca/resources-media/position-statements/eacs-statement-government-newfoundland-and-labradors-withdrawal
👉 Read the full statement here: ecologyaction.ca/resources-media/position-statements/eacs-statement-government-newfoundland-and-labradors-withdrawal
We 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-postings
January 26, 2026 at 5:58 PM
We 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-postings