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Supporting Earth Hour this Saturday night is more crucial than ever, especially in light of the recent detrimental rollbacks south of the border on vital environmental protections. The need for global unity in addressing climate change is heightened even more.
Earth Hour serves as a powerful snapshot reminder of the impact of our energy use and empowers individuals, businesses, and governments to take responsibility for their environmental footprint.
In Canada, where there is increasing recognition of the urgent need to protect our water, ice, land, trees and wildlife, Earth Hour stands as a beacon of resistance against harmful policies. As we work to find the best ways to meet the challenges, most Canadians recognize the need for urgent action to fight the climate emergency, just as we see the need to stand firm against tariffs and threats to our sovereignty.
Aside from voting for positive climate solutions, Canadians — and the world — can symbolically join in Earth Hour to send a strong message that we will not back down from protecting the planet, even in the face of setbacks and those who would defy the science.
Earth Hour is a call to action for accountability, sustainability, and continued advocacy for a healthier planet. With collective effort and resilience, we can still make a difference for future generations. What will you do for your Earth Hour?
Melaine Duckett-Wilson
Newmarket
