NDP MP Richard Cannings has been awarded the Past Presidents’ Canadian Legislator Award, one of a number of National Conservation Awards presented by the Canadian Wildlife Federation. Recognizing his work in biology and academia, the federation also took note of his recent presentation of two private member’s bills—one looking to restore protections to local lakes and rivers, with another seeking to establish a new Canadian Environmental Bill of Rights.

Source: CBC News June 29, 2022 10:31 UTC