McKenna is one of about a dozen environment ministers from the world's largest economies suddenly invited by White House chief economic adviser Gary Cohn to discuss climate next week in New York.

Canada's push to get climate change action included in a revamped NAFTA is turning into a heated domestic dispute just as it makes its debut at the official negotiating table.

A Canadian killed in a terrorist attack on a popular street in Barcelona was described by his family as a man who enjoyed lively debate and travelling.

Global Affairs Canada says there are no reports of Canadians among those killed and injured in a terror attack in Barcelona.

Natural Resources Minister Jim Carr defends his government's ability to get major resource projects moving, saying proposals have been approved and it's now up to proponents to get building.

A national think tank recommends the Canadian government try to replicate the research in a new U.S. report leaked this week that bluntly says climate change is real and is already having an impact.

U.S. President Donald Trump's stance on climate change may end up being the biggest stumbling block in NAFTA talks when it comes to the environment.

Catherine McKenna is facing legal action from several environmental groups who accuse the government of dragging its heels on investigating Volkswagen for duping Canadians with diesel engines.

Great Britain and France intend to bar outright the sale of any gas powered vehicles by 2040. But that timeline may be an impossible goal for Canada to meet.

Any renewal of the North American Free Trade Agreement will have to include a fair process to resolve disputes, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said.