The Supreme Court of Canada has declined Ontario's request regarding a climate plan challenge initiated by a group of young activists, allowing the case to proceed in Ontario's provincial court. The activists argue that the province's 2018 decision to lower its climate target exposes them to severe climate risks and violates their right to life. Legal experts note that the case might clarify if there is a constitutional obligation for the government to protect Canadians from climate change impacts. The group seeks a mandate for a scientific climate target that meets international agreements.
The Supreme Court of Canada has declined to review Ontario's climate plan challenge, allowing the case from young activists to proceed in Ontario's court.
The young activists argue Ontario's 2018 climate target rollback jeopardizes their right to life by committing the province to dangerously high greenhouse gas levels.
This case may establish whether Canadian governments have a constitutional duty to protect citizens from climate-related consequences.
The activists are seeking a court order for Ontario to adopt a science-based climate target aligned with Canada's international commitments.
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