Dear Neighbour,
This month, I had the opportunity to travel to COP30 in Brazil to lead our Canadian delegation and show our commitment to climate leadership on the world stage. Throughout the conference, our delegation had productive discussions with international partners, where we shared Canada’s progress and advocated for ambitious, collaborative action.
We highlighted several key priorities, including advancing wildfire resilience through improved prevention and response strategies, expanding international early-warning systems to better protect vulnerable communities, and supporting the development of clean carbon markets and sustainable fuels. We also made significant investment in global climate resilience in agriculture, food security and ensuring Indigenous leadership in global climate action.
These initiatives reflect Canada’s broader vision for a low-carbon future, one grounded in innovation, partnership, and a determination to build a safer, more sustainable world for generations to come.
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In this newsletter you will find updates on:
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- COP30 Recap
- Youth Climate Corps
- Canada Summer Jobs Applications are Open
- Agnes Macphail Awards
- Upcoming Events and Day
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Affirming Indigenous Leadership and Global Climate Action
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The Canada Pavilion hosted an Indigenous Climate Leadership Day, highlighting First Nations, Inuit, and Métis voices in global climate talks.
As part of this commitment, Canada endorsed Brazil’s Tropical Forest Forever Facility, ensuring that 20% of its resources are dedicated to supporting Indigenous peoples. We also announced an additional $4.3 million to complement our initial $13-million contribution to the UN Multi-Partner Trust Fund for the Sustainable Development of the Brazilian Legal Amazon.
These investments strengthen Canada’s commitment to protecting critical ecosystems while empowering Indigenous and local communities.
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Investing in Local Climate Solutions
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Our government announced $392 million in new investments, focused on advancing Canada’s commitment to locally led climate solutions.
Our government allocated $106 million of this investment to launch the Inclusive Climate Action Fund. The Fund will provide financing to small- and medium-sized enterprises and financial institutions in Latin America and the Caribbean with a focus on climate mitigation and adaptation projects. And $15 million in partnership to support investments in sustainable land management across emerging markets.
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Helping Farmers and Food Systems Adapt to Climate Change
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As part of the $392 million investment, we will allocate $263 million to the International Fund for Agricultural Development to strengthen food security and $8 million with CGIAR, the world’s largest public agricultural research network, to help 38 million small-scale producers adapt to climate change and reduce emissions.
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As co-convener of the Global Methane Pledge, Canada reaffirmed its commitment to reducing methane emissions by at least 30% from 2020 levels. We also joined the new Global Initiative for Information Integrity on Climate Change with the UN and UNESCO to help counter climate disinformation.
Learn more about initiatives and important conversations at COP30 here: COP30 Brasil Amazônia - English
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Last weekend I was in Montreal with MP Rachel Bendayan to talk with young Canadians about what the new Youth Climate Corps means to them. We heard from youth climate organizations from across the country who have fought to see this program become a reality, and to hear their thoughts about what they want to see going forward and the work that still needs to be done.
In Budget 2025, we are investing $40 million over two years, starting in 2026-2027. This funding will provide well-paid training for young people to respond to climate emergencies, support community recovery, and work on resilience projects like renewable energy installation and building retrofits.
Thank you to Champs des Possibles for hosting us, and to Climate Emergency Unity and Sustainable Youth Canada for your organizing efforts and advocacy, and to everyone who joined us for these important conversations.
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Anges Macphail Award Nominations
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Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026 Agnes Macphail Award. Background on the Agnes Macphail Award and the nomination form are available on the Agnes Macphail Award section of the City of Toronto’s website. The deadline for receipt of nominations is Thursday, January 1, 2026.
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Winter in GreekTown
Taking place on December 6 & 7 and 13 & 14. Learn more about the itinerary for each weekend here: Winter In GreekTown 2025 | GreekTown Toronto.
Santa Claus Is Coming to GreekTown: Strolling along Danforth Ave from 1-2PM, Pics at Alexander the Great Parkette 2-4PM
Fire & Light Shows with Hoop You: Light fairies strolling along Danforth Ave from 4-5PM, Fire spinning shows at Alexander the Great Parkette 5-6PM
Lantern Making Workshops: 3-5PM at Art Academy at Art-Kitect (401 Danforth Ave)
Strolling Elf Band: 2-4PM along Danforth Ave
GreekTown's Winter Parade (December 14 Only): Meet at Alexander the Great Parkette at 6PM
Riverdale Share Christmas Concert
Riverdale Share Christmas, December 7th at 3PM. Tickets available at The Big Carrot, Treasure Island Toys, and ticketmaster.com. Learn more at riverdaleshare.com
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- Leslieville Christmas Pop-up market December 5-7, 388 Carlaw Avenue
- Sparkhall Artisan Christmas Craft Sale November 29th 10AM-5PM, 100 Bain Avenue
- Light Up Danforth East, November 29th 4:30PM-5:30PM, East Lynn Park
- Holy Name Christmas Market, Saturday November 29th 9AM-3PM, 606 Danforth Avenue
- Multifaith Marketplace and Fair, Saturday December 6th, 1PM-4PM, Danforth Multifaith Commons, 310 Danforth Avenue
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Last weekend at Riverside Holiday Market!
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Hon. Julie Dabrusin, P.C.
Member of Parliament for Toronto-Danforth
Minister of Environment and Climate Change
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© 2026 Julie Dabrusin
