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1. CCL Canada’s April 2026 Report: A Season of Growth and Impact

Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL) Canada has had a dynamic start to 2026, marked by increased advocacy, education, and impactful media engagement. This report highlights our achievements in media releases, open letters, educational initiatives, research, fundraising, and ongoing programs. All of this work has been building toward our June lobbying efforts, where we will put our momentum into action. Together, we’re proving that focused, organized collective action can create the political will for a liveable world.
Read the full report here.


2. Follow the Money to a Prosperous Future – Join Us in June!

Why? Nearly 90% of Canadians want climate action, yet bad faith actors, backed by the fossil fuel industry, distort public opinion online, creating a false sense of opposition. Meanwhile, fossil fuel companies met with our government 986 times in 2025 alone. Our MPs need to hear your voice, loud and clear.

What? This June, we are lobbying for federal policies that redirect finances away from fossil fuels and toward clean, affordable energy. We have the data, the experience (16 years of facilitating constituent-MP discussions!), and the momentum. Now, we need MPs to know their constituents demand this change.

How? As a constituent, you have the right to speak with your MP, and we will guide you every step of the way. Whether you are new to advocacy or a seasoned activist, we will provide training, resources, and support to help you lobby effectively. Join us in Ottawa or in your home riding; we will ensure your voice is heard.

Learn more and get involved.


3. Have questions about lobbying in June?
Join Citizens’ Climate Lobby Canada’s Climate Leaders’ Launchpad every Wednesday to get ready:

  • When: 5:00 pm PT | 6:00 pm MT | 7:00 pm CT | 8:00 pm ET | 9:00 pm AT | 9:30 pm NLT
  • Wednesday, May 6 & Wednesday, May 13: Focused on answering questions about June lobbying and securing MP appointments.
  • Wednesday, May 20 & Wednesday, May 27: Lobbying 101 training sessions.
  • Wednesday, June 3: Recap of lobbying efforts in Ottawa.
  • Register here.

Can’t make the Wednesday sessions? Drop into CCL Canada’s Monthly Check-In Calls and ask questions.

  • Thursday, May 7 – 5:00 pm PT / 6:00 pm MT / 7:00 pm CT / 8:00 pm ET / 9:00 pm AT / 9:30 pm NLT
  • Friday, May 8 – 8:00 am PT / 9:00 am MT / 10:00 am CT / 11:00 am ET / 12:00 pm AT / 12:30 pm NLT

Join our Check-In calls here. Can’t get online? Please call in: 1-888-570-6238. All are welcome—no experience required!

 

 

 





Sign Our Budget 2026 Open Letter
✅ A series of recommendations for aligning Canada’s financial system with the climate science.
✅ A series of recommendations for strengthening Canada’s industrial carbon pricing system
🖋️ Sign the letter here
📖 Read the full letter here
DEADLINE TO SIGN: Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at midnight.


Join Us in Ottawa in June during Federal Environment Week
Almost 90% of people want climate action, but fossil fuel lobbyists distort perception. Your voice matters. Speaking directly to your MP with evidence-based solutions is one of the most effective ways to advocate for change
New to advocacy? We’ll support you every step of the way.
Spaces are limited! ($50 fee, waivable or reducible; donations welcome.)
🔗 Register

 

 

 

Sign Our Budget 2026 Open Letter
✅ A series of recommendations for aligning Canada’s financial system with the climate science.
✅A series of recommendations for strengthening Canada’s industrial carbon pricing system
🖋️ Sign the letter here
📖 Read the full letter here
DEADLINE TO SIGN:  Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at midnight.
Join Us in Ottawa in June during Federal Environment Week
Almost 90% of people want climate action, but fossil fuel lobbyists distort perception. Your voice matters. Speaking directly to your MP with evidence-based solutions is one of the most effective ways to advocate for change
New to advocacy? We’ll support you every step of the way.
Spaces are limited! ($50 fee, waivable or reducible; donations welcome.)
🔗 Register

 

 

 

We Are Unstoppable – Another World Is Possible!
This year is on track to be record-breaking for climate action—thanks to unsung heroes like you who are:
Building trust with MPs
Strengthening local connections
Amplifying authentic voices in the media
Together, we’re unstoppable. Let’s keep rowing! 🚣‍♀️💚
CL’s Approach Validated by Philip Newell’s Insights!
Our March call with Philip Newell  from CAAD validated our work. His data-backed findings confirm what CCL has practiced for 15+ years: real relationships drive change.
📺 Watch the video & explore resources:
💸 The High Cost of Losing the Carbon Rebate
In February, Professor Shiell discussed his paper, From Rebate to Rate Cut, revealing the carbon rebate replacement increased emissions, deepened inequality, and added $5.5B to the deficit.
📽️ Watch the video.
Hope + Strategy = Climate Transformation
Our January call with Simon Sharpe confirmed it: Economic and tech innovations can transform our world 5x faster—when applied in the right order, place, and with the right people.
📽️ Watch the video & explore resources

Calling all civil society groups and NGOs:

Canada is invited to the Santa Marta Conference—a global push to transition away from fossil fuels. This is our moment to demand bold climate action. Add your organization’s name to the open letter urging Canada to participate and commit to a just energy transition.
📝 Sign by March 18

Why Did Canada Lose the Carbon Rebate?
In February, Dr. James Hansen—the “Grandfather of Climate Action”—reached out to our National Director, Cathy Orlando, with a critical question: Why was Canada’s Carbon Fee & Dividend program cancelled?Read Cathy’s insights in our post-mortem analysis
 

Join Us in Ottawa: Lobby for Climate Action!
In June, we’re heading to Ottawa to lobby our MPs to strengthen and enact policies that shift funding away from fossil fuels.
Want to get involved, whether from home or in Ottawa? There will be limited spots in Ottawa. It is costly to run hybrid conferences, it would be helpful to know numbers now so we can budget accordingly.
Fill out our survey today!

 

Double Your Impact—Donate by St. Patrick’s Day!
“There’s no more effective step than joining Citizens’ Climate Lobby.”Dr. James Hansen
Can’t donate time? Every dollar is DOUBLED by a matching donor:
💚 $25/month → $50/month
💚 $50/month → $100/month
We only fundraise once a year—and we’ll stop asking after St. Patrick’s Day.
Join our community of monthly donors
today!  Donate here.