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Streamlining industrial projects
by Lake Ontario Waterkeeper, Living At the Barricades Podcast
 July 17, 2008
  
This week on Living At the Barricades, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission proposes streamlining environmental assessments of nuclear projects. The CNSC's move parallels the Federal Government's newly created Major Projects Management Office that aims to remove "regulatory roadblocks" for major industrial projects in Canada. What does this mean for the public interest and public consultation? How will these changes affect...  (more)
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Tuning in to vital clean water cases (July 9, 2008)
by Lake Ontario Waterkeeper, Living At the Barricades Podcast
 July 10, 2008
  
The fight for swimable, drinkable, fishable waterways blazes on through the summer. New updates from: The Petitcodiac River: After 40 years of destruction, the Petitcodiac causeway is set to be removed, ushering in an era of rejuvenation for the River and its community. Hear from the Petitcodiac Riverkeeper, Tim Van Hinte. The St. Clair River: DTE Energy's coal-fired power plant...  (more)
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Alternative wind energy concert and radio show (featuring Sarah Harmer and Sarah McDermott)
by Lake Ontario Waterkeeper, Sarah Harmer, Sarah McDermott, Living At the Barricades Podcast
 July 03, 2008
  
On Wednesday, June 25, around 60 people gathered at Kingston's Grad Club for a special live taping of Living At the Barricades presented by Lake Ontario Waterkeeper and CFRC 101.9fm. Guest hosts Sarah Harmer and Sarah McDermott led an exciting half-hour show featuring: interviews with experts attending the World Wind Energy Conference in Kingston (June 24-26, 2008), lawyer Peggy Smith...  (more)
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Never new, never clear: The art of selling nuclear power (June 26, 2008)
by Lake Ontario Waterkeeper, Living At the Barricades Podcast
 June 26, 2008
  
This week on Living At the Barricades, Shawn-Patrick Stensil - energy and climate campaigner with Greenpeace Canada and Gordon Edwards - co-founder of the Canadian Coalition for Nuclear Responsibility - in conversation with hosts Mark Mattson and Krystyn Tully. Listen to this week's show online (right-click to download). Subscribe to the Living At the Barricades Podcast via iTunes....  (more)
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The battle for Oshawa's harbourfront (June 19, 2008)
by Lake Ontario Waterkeeper, Living At the Barricades Podcast
 June 19, 2008
  
Last week, captains of industry, lobbyists, farmers, politicians and members of a very concerned public put forth impassioned arguments at a 7-hour public meeting to determine the future of Oshawa's harbourfront. Living At the Barricades recaps the dramatic meeting. And, Brian Brazier of Friends of Second Marsh provides a tour of Oshawa's threatened wetland. Listen to this week's show online...  (more)
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Trying (a lot harder) to make green projects green
by Lake Ontario Waterkeeper, Living At the Barricades Podcast
 June 12, 2008
  
This week on Living At the Barricades, we discuss the Province's controversial approval of a plan to build 86 wind turbines on Wolfe Island - the largest of the Thousand Islands. McGill Law Professor Roderick Macdonald joins the show to speak about the importance of fair process and public participation in all decisions that affect the environment. Listen to this...  (more)
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A swimmable Lake Ontario (June 5, 2008)
by Lake Ontario Waterkeeper, Living At the Barricades Podcast
 June 05, 2008
  
With the official opening of Lake Ontario's beaches on June 1, Living At the Barricades heads down to the lake for a swim! Find out about potential swimmers' reservations about Lake Ontario's waters, restricted access to waterfronts, threats from pollution, and what you can do ensure a swimmable Lake Ontario. This week's show features a reading from author Claudia Dey...  (more)
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Ships, rocks and navigation: A review of key issues facing waterways (May 29, 2008)
by Lake Ontario Waterkeeper, Living At the Barricades Podcast
 May 30, 2008
  
Highlights from this week's show include: Canada Marine Act with Lynda Lukasik of Environment Hamilton Niagara Escarpment quarry development with Sarah Harmer of Protecting Escarpment Rural Land (PERL) Nuclear pollution with world renowned physician and activist Dr. Helen Caldicott Edwards v. DTE Energy with Waterkeeper Alliance attorney Scott Edwards Lafarge tire-burning appeal with Rick Lindgren legal counsel for Gord Downie...  (more)
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Fishing At the Barricades Part 2 (May 22, 2008)
by Lake Ontario Waterkeeper, Living At the Barricades Podcast
 May 22, 2008
  
Living At the Barricades throws out the bait and tackles key questions about fishing on Lake Ontario. A chat with full-time fishing guide Craig Vance of Wolfe Island. Vance shares seasonal fishing tips and stories. Plus, a delicious recipe for freshwater fish from Lake Ontario. Lawyer for the Canadian Environmental Law Association, Rick Lindgren, also shares his love for fishing...  (more)
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Fishing At the Barricades Part 1 (May 15, 2008)
by Lake Ontario Waterkeeper, Living At the Barricades Podcast
 May 19, 2008
  
Get out your lures, Waterkeeper goes fishing at the barricades! With fishing season gathering steam, Living at the Barricades goes on a search for fish from Lake Ontario. Part 1 of our fishing special features guidelines for enjoying your right to eat local fish. Mark Mattson provides a poetic portrait of his favourite fisherman and Living At the Barricades reveals...  (more)
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