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A summer of whales and salmon

Salmon biologist Alexandra Morton believes the return of the whales and the return of the salmon is proof that closing 42 fish farms in the Broughton Archipelago and the Discovery Islands between 2021 and 2024 is paying off. But she says the scientific proof will come as the years go by and the salmon count increases.

Toronto considers maximum temperature for apartments

As climate change fuels hotter summers and more extreme heat events, Toronto is taking steps to protect tenants in apartments without air conditioning. The city’s planning and housing committee approved a staff report on Thursday, recommending adoption of the city’s first maximum heat bylaw, aimed at reducing health risks.