It is a sign of the times that the minority Liberal government may be the first whose actions - or inaction - on the environment could determine its longevity.
In the desolate search for good news on the global warming file, Canadians should take some comfort from the United Nations' naming of Mark Carney as its next special envoy on climate. But not too much.
In a campaign, actions speak louder than words and on Friday, Andrew Scheer's decision to take a pass on the climate march could not but speak loudly as to the depth or lack thereof of his party's commitment to tackling climate change.
As the Earth's temperature rises, the changes to the river basins around Hudson and James Bay are profound - earlier springs, shorter winters, reduced ice-road time and changes to hunting and cultural practices.
