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Protect Woodland Caribou from Further Decline
Woodland Caribou, often refered to as "Boreal Caribou" due to their almost exclusive use of boreal forest habitat, have been in severe decline over the past half-century. A combination of climate change and increasing expansion of industrial development into their habitat has left their population dwindling. Visit the "Caribou and You" action page and help protect this iconic species.
Protect Woodland Caribou >
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Protect the "Heart of the Boreal"
Pimachiowin Aki, a vast expanse of untouched wilderness on the east side of Lake Winnipeg in Manitoba and Ontario and potential UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to a number of First Nations who have lived there for thousands of years. Many of their traditional ways of life are still active. It's also one of the most stunning parts of the boreal and is home to caribou and a wide variety of birds. Help keep this area intact by promoting it to an official UNESCO Site!
Protect the "Heart of the Boreal" >
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Protect Canada's Forests in 2011
2011 is officially the UN International Year of Forests. Much of the world's forests have been cut, cleared, and fragmented in the neverending quest for natural resources. However, much of Canada's forests, and especially in the north, remain today. It's time we tell the Canadian officials that now is the time to protect them rather than waiting until it's too late.
Ask Government Officials to Protect Canada's Forests >
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Become a Boreal Watchdog
In May, 2010 a collection of 9 environmental groups and 21 forest products companies came together to sign the Canadian Boreal Forest Agreement, the largest private conservation agreement on Earth. But it will take several years for the Agreement to be implemented and we want to ensure this is done right. Sign this Watchdog list to show you care about seeing this Agreement realized.
Become a Boreal Watchdog >
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Protect the Edéhzhíe National Wildlife Area from Mining
Edéhzhíe, an ecologically intact gem in the Northwest Territories, has been a sacred place to the Dene and Tlicho peoples for as long as they have lived there. It is abundant with fish, birds, and other wildlife and has been placed under interim protection for over a decade. But despite being planned to become a National Wildlife Area, the federal government has recently indicated that sub-surface minerals would no longer be protected - essentially meaning that it would be open to mineral staking and mining despite its status as a National Wildlife Area.
Ask Government Officials to Ban Mining in Edéhzhíe >
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Urge U.S. Senators to Act on Gulf Oil Spill
The Gulf Oil Spill has gone down as the largest oil spill in U.S. history. While the spewing has long been stopped, the long-term effects from this devastating disaster surely have not. Countless birds and wildlife have witnessed their habitats damaged or destroyed, and many food sources may be contaminated for years to come. Urge your leaders to hold BP accountable for this disaster and use the funds toward Gulf recovery and restoration.
Send a Letter to Your Senators >
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Protect Lancaster Sound from Seismic Testing
Up north in Canada's Arctic, Lancaster Sound is a vital sea region teeming with wildlife. It supports 80 percent of the world’s narwhal as well as beluga, walrus, seals, Arctic cod and a variety of seabirds. Inuit communities have fought offshore drilling in the region for decades, but this could be compromised by the Harper Government's decision to begin seismic testing.
Ask Harper to Suspend Seismic Testing >
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Protect the "Heart of the Boreal"
The east side of Lake Winnipeg is one of the most ecologically intact regions of the Canada's Boreal Forest. Home to numerous First Nation communities, important herds of caribou, and a host of migratory bird species, this region is being considered for a UNESCO World Heritage Site. However, some in government and industry want to build a massive power line through this intact treasure. Send a letter to government saying "no" on the power line and "yes" to world-class protection.
Send a letter >
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Preserve the Suffield National Wildlife Area
The Suffield National Wildlife Area is a vital sanctuary for over 240 vertibrate species and 14 recognized species at risk, including the Sprague's Pipit. An independent panel has recommended - for now - to reject a proposal to put 1,275 gas wells inside Suffield National Wildlife Area, but has left the door open for future requests. Tell Ministers MacKay and Prentice to permanently reject drilling inside protected areas like Suffield!
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Tell the Obama Administration to Protect America's Wetlands
Every year over 80,000 acres of wetlands are destroyed in the United States. These wetlands are vital to a number of a variety of waterfowl and shorebirds. In March, the Sierra Club along with Ducks Unlimited and the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership will meet with the EPA to ask for federal protection for our nation's wetland and deliver this petition.
Sign the Petition >
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Tell your senators to pass a strong climate and energy bill now (US)
In June the House of Representatives passed a landmark bill to reduce global warming pollution, build a clean energy economy and reduce our dependence on foreign oil. Now it is up to the Senate to strengthen and pass a similar bill. Urge your senators to support and strengthen the Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act.
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Demand Action on Climate Change: Sign KYOTOplus (Canada)
Canada is the only country to renounce its Kyoto commitment and break its promise to the world. Demand politicians stop wasting precious time and start urgent action against global warming. Join thousands of people like you who are already part of the KYOTOplus campaign.
Sign the petition >
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Make Forests Count in International Climate Talks
Deforestation accounts for more than one-fifth of all greenhouse gas emissions, yet is currently being underplayed in international climate discussions. The Make Forests Count campaign not only seeks to get all forests and sources of biotic carbon on the agenda, but also emphasizes the need to assist developing countries in forest protection.
Send a message >
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Thank Kimberly-Clark for Adopting Sustainable Standards
After years of confrontation between environmental groups and paper giant Kimberly-Clark (maker of Kleenex and other popular products), the company has agreed to only use FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified timber, one of the most stringent environmental standards for logging practices.
Send a thank you letter >
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Demand a Moritorium on Future Tar Sands Development
With concern about the environmental costs of tar sands development hitting a new high following President Obama's visit to Canada and the dreary National Geographic article, this is the perfect time to let Prime Minister Harper know you oppose future development and want more regulations on existing operations.
Sign the petition >
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Tell President Obama to Say No to Tar Sands
Canada's toxic tar sands clearcut and strip mine the Boreal Forest to extract bitumen, which releases 3 times the emissions of conventional oil when processed and destructs key bird and wildlife habitat. Tell President Obama to say "thanks, but no thanks" to tar sands oil, of which the majority is sent directly to the US.
Sign the letter >
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Lessen Global Warming's Impact on Birds
Compiling over 40 years of bird sighting data, the Audubon Society has found that raising temperatures from climate change are pushing bird ranges further north, some over 200 miles. Sign this petition to tell your lawmakers to switch to cleaner forms of energy and protect vital bird habitat.
Sign the petition >
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Save the Peace-Athabasca Delta, a Vital Bird Habitat
To help protect some of the Boreal Forest's most important bird breeding areas, tell Canadian government officials to halt the expansion of tar sands mining, which is destroying the nursery for the birds that we love. Urge them to protect bird habitat throughout the Boreal.
Sign the letter >
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Join PowerUP Canada - Fight Global Warming
Did you know that Canada has weaker vehicle efficiency standards than China? Canada needs stronger laws and a new approach to global warming.
PowerUP Canada is working with organizations from all walks of Canadian life to launch an exciting new citizens initiative for stronger global
warming laws - please become a PowerUP supporter right now!
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