Maritimes Against Climate Change

12/31/2025

2025 was by far the biggest year for Maritimes Against Climate Change! From hosting marches and cleanups to attending various festivals, rallies and fairs, we sure had fun doing many things for the sake of protecting the environment. We also enjoyed meeting many people from other organizations, volunteering for them and promoting their good work. We are glad that we and many other passionate people were able to lead a fight against the proposed Tantramar gas plant and raise awareness about other environmental issues.

As we reflect on the great things we have done in 2025, we would like to thank everyone who has joined us or helped us in any way. We would also like to thank everyone who continues to fight against the causes of climate change and advocates for a green future.

With talks about the Tantramar gas plant possibly powering a very energy-demanding AI data centre in St-John, we must continue to fight for clean energy in 2026. However, we do not know what 2026 will look like for Maritimes Against Climate Change as our leader Sylvain is currently dedicated to working full-time for NB ACORN. Although Sylvain is not working on Maritimes Against Climate Change at the moment, he will continue fighting for a clean environment, affordable energy and the rights of low and moderate income people with NB ACORN. We would like to wish everyone a very happy New Year and a great 2026! 🎊

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2025 a été de loin la plus grande année pour Maritimes Against Climate Change ! De l'organisation de marches et de nettoyages à la participation à divers festivals, rassemblements et foires, nous avons pris beaucoup de plaisir à mener de nombreuses actions pour protéger l'environnement. Nous avons également aimé rencontrer de nombreuses personnes d'autres organisations, de faire du bénévolat pour elles et de promouvoir leur excellent travail. Nous sommes heureux d'avoir pu, avec l'aide de nombreuses autres personnes passionnées, lutter contre la centrale à gaz proposée à Tantramar et sensibiliser le public à d'autres questions environnementales.

Alors que nous réfléchissons à tout ce que nous avons accompli en 2025, nous tenons à remercier tous ceux qui se sont joints à nous ou qui nous ont aidé. Nous tenons également à remercier tous ceux qui continuent de lutter contre les causes du changement climatique et qui demandent un avenir vert.

Avec les discussions sur la possibilité que la centrale à gaz de Tantramar alimente un centre de données IA très demandant en énergie à St-John, nous devons continuer à lutter pour de l’énergie propre en 2026. Cependant, nous ne savons pas à quoi ressemblera 2026 pour Maritimes Against Climate Change, car notre leader Sylvain se consacre actuellement à plein temps à travailler pour NB ACORN. Bien que Sylvain ne travaille pas pour Maritimes Against Climate Change pour le moment, il continuera à se battre pour un environnement propre, de l’énergie abordable et les droits des personnes à faibles et moyens revenus avec NB ACORN. Nous souhaitons à tous une très bonne année 2026! 🎊

11/15/2025

New petition from the Conservation Council of New Brunswick to demand a comprehensive environmental review of the proposed Tantramar gas plant! Please sign as it is very important that the environmental impacts of this project be thoroughly assessed!

Over 400 letters sent! Join in and send your letter today, and let the government know that a comprehensive environmental assessment of the Tantramar plant is in the best interest of New Brunswick. https://win.newmode.net/conservationcouncilofnewbrunswcik/test

10/15/2025

Peaceful protest in Fredericton Tuesday October 21st. It’s important to speak out and continue to fight against the proposed liquid natural gas plant in Tantramar! Details below 👇

Manifestation pacifique à Fredericton le mardi 21 octobre. Il est important de faire entendre notre voix et de continuer à lutter contre le projet d'usine de gaz naturel à Tantramar ! Détails ci-dessous 👇

Sharing on Behalf of Stop the Tantramar Gas Plant site...
PEACEFUL PROTEST TO OPPOSE THE GAS PLANT It’s time to have our voices heard, collectively in Fredericton! Location: New Brunswick Legislative Building (public spaces surrounding); 706 Queen Street, Fredericton, NB Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM – continuing before, during, and after the Legislature sitting at 1:00 PM The New Brunswick Legislature is returning for Legislature 61-2, 1st Daily Sitting (Session 1) — and we need to be noticed! Citizens from across provinces will gather in peaceful protest, to demand accountability and to ensure the Chignecto Isthmus, Tantramar wetlands, and surrounding areas remain protected! This is about saying NO to the Tantramar Gas Plant!

This is about protecting our land, water, and future! Families are welcome — every generation should be seen and heard.

Peaceful Protest Guidelines: This is a peaceful protest only — any violence will be shut down immediately! Signs and strong voices are encouraged! No megaphones, air horns, or disruptive devices. Sidewalks are public space and will be used respectfully

A Special Events form has been submitted in hopes of being permitted to protest directly on the Legislative Grounds; however, if this is not approved- sidewalks are all around the building Respect law enforcement, staff, and fellow citizens at all times Signs are welcome but need to remain lawful! Carpooling Encouraged.
Confirm your attendance asap so we know the numbers! Contact: [email protected] Thank you! Peaceful. Respectful. Powerful.

Stop the Tantramar Gas Plant
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1313129683492484

10/08/2025

Here are a few photos of the Social Forum in Wolastokuk this past weekend which was hosted by NB Media Coop and their partners. We had fun attending a few workshops and talking with people from different organizations at the info fair. Thank you to everyone who made it possible! It’s important that activists connect, speak about different social issues and share community-based solutions for a better New-Brunswick!

Voici quelques photos du Forum social à Wolastokuk le week-end dernier, organisé par NB Media Coop et ses partenaires. Nous avons pris plaisir à participer à quelques ateliers et à discuter avec des membres de différentes organisations lors du salon d'information. Merci à tous ceux qui ont rendu cela possible ! Il est important que les activistes se rencontrent, discutent des différents enjeux sociaux et partagent des solutions communautaires pour un meilleur Nouveau-Brunswick !

10/06/2025

The new Protect the Chignecto Isthmus Coalition, coordinated by the Atlantic Wildlife Institute, is already doing great work! For more information, click the first link in the post below 👇

09/25/2025

Here are some photos of last weekend’s Sackville Fall fair! At our booth, we worked with a member of Divest Mount Allison to have kids draw on a banner which will be used at a rally against the Tantramar gas plant. We also taught kids about greenhouse gases with an activity and talked to many people about climate change initiatives in New Brunswick. We also connected with the other organizations and associations there like Seniors for Climate-NB, the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (NB), the Coalition for Responsible Energy Development in NB, the Conservation Council of NB, CLIMAtlantic, the NB Anti Shale Gas Alliance, the Red Rebels, Atlantic Wildlife Institute, EOS ECO-Energy, Nature NB and the Tantramar Climate Change Advisory Committee. It was such a great day and thanks to everyone who came!

09/24/2025

Interested in cleaning up beaches along the Bay of Fundy? This Saturday September 27th is the Great Fundy Coastal Cleanup! More information about the locations and how to sign up below 👇

Intéressé à nettoyer la plage le long de la Baie de Fundy? Ce Samedi le 27 Septembre il y a le Grand nettoyage côtier de Fundy! Détails sur les lieux et l’inscription ci-dessous 👇

09/22/2025

NB Power is collaborating with US company ProEnergy to build a (new!) gas power plant in Tantramar, offering no reassurance that this will lower our rates, create local jobs or bring sustainability to our environment. We are putting our foot down, on 📣 Saturday, September 27th at 1pm in front of 515 King St, Fredericton!📣

Demand NB Power explore real solutions, and stop rushing into a deal with the pro-Trump oil and gas industry south of the border. / Exige qu'Énergie NB cherche de vraies solutions et arrête de se précipiter pour signer un accord avec l'industrie pétrolière et gazière pro-Trump au sud de la frontière:
https://acorncanada.org/take_action/pullbackfromtheprotrumpgasplantdeal/

Énergie NB collabore avec une compagnie américaine ProEnergy pour construire une (nouvelle !) centrale au gaz à Tantramar, sans aucune garantie que nos tarifs baisseront, que des emplois locaux seront créés ou que ce sera écologique. On s'y oppose fermement ! On se rassemble 📣 samedi, le 27 septembre à 13h devant 515 rue King à Fredericton! 📣

09/18/2025

Only 2 days until the global day of action Draw the Line on Saturday September 20th! On that day, we’ll be at the climate corner of the Sackville fall fair from 10-5 on Dufferin street. Come visit us and the other wonderful climate groups! For more information about Draw the Line and to find a mobilization near you : https://drawtheline.world/canada?r=CA&d=NB&lang=en
For more information about the Sackville Fall Fair: https://sackville.com/fallfair/

Seulement deux jours avant la journée mondiale d'action Draw the Line, le samedi 20 septembre ! Ce jour-là, nous serons au coin climat de la foire d'automne de Sackville, de 10 h à 17 h, sur la rue Dufferin. Venez nous rendre visite, ainsi que les autres merveilleux groupes climatiques ! Pour plus d'informations sur Draw the Line et pour trouver une mobilisation près de chez vous : https://drawtheline.world/canada?r=CA&d=NB&lang=en
Pour plus d'informations sur la foire d'automne de Sackville : https://sackville.com/

The Sackville Fall Fair is fast approaching! On Saturday, 20 September, Seniors for Climate - Tantramar will welcome representatives from Seniors for Climate - NB to join in spreading the word about climate change. Look for us on foot and on bicycles in the parade, and please stop by the Climate Corner of tables on Dufferin Street from 10:00 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. Lots of good information and activities will be available to help all of us understand the climate crisis. See you there.

09/14/2025

Here are some photos of the march against the proposed Tantramar gas plant. It was great to see so many people with signs to raise awareness about the project to the community and fight for a cleaner future!

Voici quelques photos de la marche contre la centrale à gaz proposée à Tantramar. C'était formidable de voir autant de personnes avec des pancartes pour sensibiliser la communauté à ce projet et lutter pour un avenir plus propre !

09/10/2025

Peaceful march in Sackville this Saturday to raise awareness about the proposed Tantramar gas plant! We will be there to march in solidarity! Details below 👇

On behalf of the 'Stop the Tantramar Gas Plant' site... MARCH FOR OUR FUTURE - PROTECT THE CHIGNECTO ISTHMUS!
When: Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Time: 1:00–4:00pm
Where: Bill Johnson Memorial Park, Sackville, NB
Together, let’s march in large, united groups through Sackville to raise awareness and build support against the proposed gas plant in Centre Village, and on the Chignecto Isthmus. These projects threaten our wetlands, our environment, and our community’s future — and we are coming together to say: there’s a better way forward!

This is not a protest. Our local politicians stand with us already— this is a peaceful march to bring awareness and gain community support!

We will all meet at Bill Johnson Memorial Park at 1:00pm, then break into large walking groups. Route directions for each group will be provided at the park. Families, youth, and community members of all ages are encouraged to join! Bring your creativity with signs, banners, and art (respectful and appropriate).

Peaceful March Guidelines:
Walk proudly and peacefully — no horns, no distractive yelling
Stay visible in large groups — we want Sackville to notice!
Be respectful to onlookers, residents, and businesses.
Follow traffic rules and stay safe.
Keep the energy positive, united, and strong.
Stay on the public sidewalks, and public spaces.
Every step we take is a step toward protecting our home.

Join us September 13th — your presence matters!
Peaceful. Respectful. Powerful.

Wear your blue and green to stand out and represent our group!
*Rain date will be arranged if weather does not cooperate.
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