Fighting Climate Change and Protecting the Environment

Climate change is a global emergency. People across the country and around the world are already experiencing the consequences of our climate crisis through extreme weather events like wildfires, hurricanes, floods, and droughts. As we have seen in recent years, Northwestern Ontario is particularly vulnerable to wildfires, floods, and other climate events. Marcus believes that we have a responsibility to our children and grandchildren to leave them an environment that will allow them and future generations to thrive.

Canada is on track to meet its climate goals under the Paris Agreement, and our emissions reductions are the best of any wealthy country. We are investing in the green economy and keeping our air and water clean. One example is the $650 million over ten years for the Freshwater Action Plan to protect lakes and rivers.

The Federal Government has invested over $55 billion in the green economy. We have planted 2 billion trees, banned single-use plastics, improved the Canada Environmental Protection Act, and cut emissions by 53 million tonnes in four years. But there is more to do.

Canada has pledged to cut emissions by 40-45% by 2030. Investments in electric vehicles, renewable energy, and energy-efficient homes will help us reach our goals.