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Photo of a person's back, sitting in an empty window, silhouetted against water. Credit Noah Silliman.
This document responds to claims made by ‘KICLEI’ (Kicking International Council Out of Local Environmental Initiatives), an organization, seemingly led by a single individual, Maggie Braun, that advocates for municipalities to withdraw from global warming initiatives. The document is lengthy. It does not have to be read in its entirety (indeed, it may be most useful as a reference document to ascertain the validity of different claims on an as-needed basis) to understand that the materials it counters are a grab-bag of claims, many rooted in conspiracy theories, many unsupported by evidence. Where attempts are made to provide sources and supporting facts, it is often in the form of links to Ms. Braun’s own work, or to other materials that remain well within the conspiracy echo chamber.

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Testimonial

“The Simcoe County Greenbelt Coalition is at the forefront of the battle to save the Greenbelt.

Make no mistake about it, the Greenbelt is under threat like never before as the Provincial Government continues a concerted, disastrous attack on its environmental integrity and creates the conditions for its unravelling.

Our ability to fight back largely depends on the ability of community-based groups to resist this destruction of one of Ontario’s greatest accomplishments

The Simcoe County Greenbelt Coalition, in particular, has the experience, energy and commitment to offer the leadership we require. I hope they are successful in getting the support and resources they need to do the job.”

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We are thrilled to offer a summer position again this year. Funded by the Canada Summer Jobs program, and topped up by SCGC to meet our commitment as a living wage employer, our Communications Specialist position is open to students who are: - between 15 and 30 years old; - have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN); - and are a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.
Should Canada revisit the Energy East pipeline proposal to transport Alberta oil to Atlantic tidewater? This question has reemerged from the dustbin to which it was consigned, due in large part to the unpredictability of the current U.S. administration.
With the advent of an antagonistic, or maybe hostile, administration to the south, and the threats made by Trump to our country, this month we're asking about the actions you've taken in response, and whether there are nice surprises you've discovered along the way?
How can something be both a pollutant and, also, not a pollutant? CO₂, it so happens, is a great place to start in understanding this paradoxical situation.
This document responds to claims made by ‘KICLEI’ (Kicking International Council Out of Local Environmental Initiatives), an organization, seemingly led by a single individual, Maggie Braun, that advocates for municipalities to withdraw from global warming initiatives. The document is lengthy. It does not have to be read in its entirety (indeed, it may be most useful as a reference document to ascertain the validity of different claims on an as-needed basis) to understand that the materials it counters are a grab-bag of claims, many rooted in conspiracy theories, many unsupported by evidence. Where attempts are made to provide sources and supporting facts, it is often in the form of links to Ms. Braun’s own work, or to other materials that remain well within the conspiracy echo chamber.

Our Mission

We believe a healthy environment is critical to Simcoe County’s future.

Farmland, water and natural heritage are key components of a healthy environment and thriving economy, and need better protection.

We are calling for the expansion of the Greenbelt to Simcoe County, so that current and future generations can benefit from clean water, local food and green spaces.

Become part of our network. Stay informed. Take action. Protect Ontario.

Friends. Online censorship by unaccountable tech companies, combined with an all-out assault on the Greenbelt by Ontario’s developers/government, make this a perilous time for the future of democracy and the power of the people in Ontario.

We need to build new ways of empowering those who believe in accountability, in a healthy environment, and in communities ready to thrive in the economy of tomorrow.

Join our supporter network and stay informed about efforts and actions to protect the Greenbelt, to build communities that support the health and well-being of people, and to lay the foundations of a resilient, climate friendly future.

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