Supreme Court refuses to hear Ontario appeal of youth-led climate change lawsuit

A lawsuit involving seven young plaintiffs aimed at holding the Ontario government accountable for its climate change policies will proceed after the Supreme Court of Canada declined to hear an appeal from the province. The plaintiffs argue that the government’s 2018 decision to reduce greenhouse gas emissions targets violated their Charter rights to equality, life, and security. The case, which began in 2019, has been framed as a significant moment for climate litigation in Canada, emphasizing the urgent need for action against climate change amidst political criticism of the judiciary.

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