15 young Canadians file lawsuit against government, demanding climate action

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15 young Canadian activists have filed a lawsuit against the federal government over climate change, claiming Ottawa has violated their rights by contributing to the warming planet, and demanding a national plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Nine of the 15 activists suing the Canadian federal government over its alleged inaction on climate change stand on the steps of the Vancouver Art Gallery on Oct. 25, 2019. The group announced their lawsuit ahead of a climate strike in Vancouver, attended by Greta Thunberg. (Ben Nelms/CBC)

15 young Canadian activists have filed a lawsuit against the federal government over climate change, claiming Ottawa has violated their rights by contributing to the warming planet, and demanding a national plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.




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