Pathways for Moving Forwards

Environmental rights

November 2013

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY — Pathways for Moving Forwards

David R. Boyd

How can Canada move forward on recognizing the right to a healthy environment in our Constitution?

Environmental rights

November 2013

The Importance of Constitutional Recognition of the Right to a Healthy Environment

David R. Boyd

The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms is silent on the environment. Enshrining environmental rights in the Constitution is a critical priority that we need to act on now.

Environmental rights

November 2013

The History of the Right to a Healthy Environment in Canada

David R. Boyd

Historical lessons can help us learn how to succeed in making the right to a healthy environment included in the Canadian Constitution.

Environmental rights

November 2013

Constitutional Recognition of the Right to a Healthy Environment: Making a Difference in Canada

David R. Boyd

Enshrining environmental rights in Canada's constitution could improve air quality, drinking water safety and the health of our communities and children.

Environmental rights

November 2013

The Status of Constitutional Protection for the Environment in Other Nations

David R. Boyd

What can Canada learn from other nations whose constitutions include explicit references to environmental rights and/or responsibilities?

Related resources

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY — Pathways for Moving Forwards

The Importance of Constitutional Recognition of the Right to a Healthy Environment

The History of the Right to a Healthy Environment in Canada

Constitutional Recognition of the Right to a Healthy Environment: Making a Difference in Canada

The Status of Constitutional Protection for the Environment in Other Nations

Science and Learning Centre

Pathways for Moving Forwards

Related resources

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY — Pathways for Moving Forwards

The Importance of Constitutional Recognition of the Right to a Healthy Environment

The History of the Right to a Healthy Environment in Canada

Constitutional Recognition of the Right to a Healthy Environment: Making a Difference in Canada

The Status of Constitutional Protection for the Environment in Other Nations

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