We're thrilled to announce the next phase of the Zero Waste High-Rise Project! We took the lessons and best practices developed during our work with researchers and high-rise buildings and created an online step-by-step program to help more buildings reduce their waste and become zero waste leaders.

TEA's Executive Director Emmay Mah shares her reflections on allyship. At a time when the struggle for racial justice is at the forefront of public discourse, environmental organizations like the Toronto Environmental Alliance (TEA) are compelled to reflect on their roles and responsibilities in addressing the inequity, violence, and systemic oppression experienced by Black, Indigenous and other racialized peoples. At TEA, our commitment to more deeply embed an equity lens in our work, and build meaningful relationships with racialized communities, is an ongoing process. While I do not claim to have all the answers, I’d like to share some thoughts on what allyship can look like for us and other environmental organizations, and how we can contribute to catalyzing and supporting lasting change.

The Toronto Environmental Alliance (TEA) is currently seeking 2 new members to join our inclusive and diverse Board of Directors. You’ll have a chance to help set policies for the organization, shape TEA’s strategic plan, and strengthen our relationships across the city. For over 30 years, TEA has been advocating on behalf of all Torontonians for a green, healthy and equitable city. TEA is a registered non-profit that is recognized Canada-wide for our municipal work on climate change, waste and pollution prevention, and other issues that are critical to the health and well-being of Toronto residents. To promote a greener Toronto, TEA works with concerned individuals, workers, grassroots organizations, businesses, professional associations, and elected officials.

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Despite current setbacks and challenges, the fundamental goals of reducing waste, building a circular economy and eliminating plastic pollution remain as important as ever. Read the latest blog by our Waste Campaigner Emily Alfred.

Watch the video recording of the online panel discussion held on April 23rd.

A new Task Force was struck by Mayor Tory to develop a recovery plan for Toronto. We sent a letter to the Mayor and Councillors with recommendations for a green and just recovery plan.

Climate disruption, environmental destruction, and the current COVID-19 pandemic are complex problems that require multi-pronged solutions. During this unprecedented time, what can we collectively learn? How do decisions taken today alter the future trajectory of our society and our planet? By Emmay Mah, Executive Director of the Toronto Environmental Alliance (TEA)

The Toronto Environmental Alliance joined over 80 health, environmental, faith and labour groups in urging Prime Minister Trudeau to ensure that governmental support for the ailing oil and gas sector - expected next week - focuses on a just transition for workers and a bold shift to a clean, low-carbon economy.

"In light of the rapidly evolving situation concerning COVID-19 in Toronto, I'm reaching out to you to share an update on how COVID-19 is affecting our organization and a few resources. "