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G8/G20 Campaign Mobilization

The Journey to the G8/G20


In June, the eyes of the world will be on Canada as host of the G8 and the G20. Prime Minister Harper has made clear his intention to do nothing on climate change, and we need to show the world that this is NOT the Canadian way.

We refuse to sit on the sidelines as Mr. Harper drags Canada’s reputation through the tar sands. Canadians will make the trip to Toronto to show the world that we stand for investing in clean energy jobs, regulating industrial pollution, and supporting poorer countries as they too move towards a better future.

To get in touch and coordinate with other climate activists who are making the Journey to the G8/G20, check out the map, and register your event details.

At the Table 2010

At the Table is a Canadian and global civil society campaign, mobilizing citizens to “take their place” alongside world leaders at the G8 and G20 summits. It is a call to leaders to show leadership and make progress on key climate change issues.
What you can do:

1. Take your place:  Sign our declaration.
2. Show your support:  Take part in the Flat Leader Photo Petition.
3. Organize an At the Table Dinner and invite your Member of Parliament

What does At the Table mean for a climate change organization?

Canadian Government Lobbying EU to weaken climate policy

The Canadian Government has been lobbying for the European Commission's Fuel Quality Directive to lower its standards in an effort to protect the tar sands. more

A letter from Canadian, American and European NGOs is attached below as well as two letters from the Canadian government lobbying for the Canadian tar sands:

Interactive International Climate Calendar 2010


Earth Hour 2010

Before and after:



University of Waterloo - Climate Flashmob (February 2010)



"Welcome to Winter 2030 - enjoy it while you can. This party won't last long."

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Action Alert:

April 1, 2010 is Fossil Fools Day.

Check our Journey to the G8/G20 Map to see if there are any Fossil Fools Day actions happening near you!  Registered actions include demonstrations outside RBC locations, and other creative visual actions.

If nothing is happening nearby, you can participate in Phone Mob Thursday by calling Parliament (1-866-599-4999).  Hold our government accountable, and let them know that:

“The G8/G20 meetings are taking place in Canada this June, and I want the world to know that people in Canada want leadership and concrete action on climate change..." more