By Sofia Vedechkina Judy Fainstein became a Climate Reality Leader in the first Canadian training and has a wide range of experience in both the public and private sectors. Since 2013, she’s been the Director of Operations for Andrew Weaver, Member of the Legislative Assembly of BC, and a Lead Author of the IPCC reports. Judy is passionate about providing leadership opportunities for youth and creating platforms to have their voices heard on issues that matter to them. We sat

An interview with Climate Reality Leader Jake Okechukwu Effoduh. Jake Okechukwu Effoduh is not only a Climate Reality Leader, but also a Vanier Scholar pursuing his PhD at the Osgoode Hall Law School of York University, in Toronto, Canada. He is also a World Economic Forum Global Shaper. We sat down with Jake to discuss his latest initiative as a Climate Reality Leader—the creation of an sustainable fashion collection that goes by the name of “Sage.” Jake, could you tell us a

There is (renewably-sourced) electricity in the air. The Global Climate Strike taking place this coming Friday September 27th promises to be a historic moment. Change is coming! You may have read our previous blog post , in which we invited you to strike on September 27th, and if possible, to join a march in your area. We appreciate that these options are not feasible for everyone, and we also know that you’re itching to participate; so here are a handful of other ways in whi

By Émilie Campbell-Renaud On September 27th, the world strikes. Why? Because the devastating effects of climate change are knocking on our door – vehemently. Because political will is painfully lacking. Because small, every day actions are no longer sufficient to solve the climate crisis. Because we’ve got nothing to lose, and everything to gain. The Youth Strikes have sent that message loud and clear: how can students be expected to worry about their academic performance, wh

“Instead of looking for hope, look for action. Once we start to act, hope is everywhere.” – Greta Thunberg By Émilie Campbell-Renau “Instead of looking for hope, look for action. Once we start to act, hope is everywhere.” – Greta Thunberg It’s time we start to act; and at The Climate Reality Project Canada, we’re in the business of inspiring the world to do so. On November 20th and 21st 2019, the 20, 000 Climate Reality Leaders trained by Al Gore to give free presentations on