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Funding school transport electrification could be a gamechanger for workers

March 31, 2026
It’s no secret that working conditions in the school transportation sector have long needed improvement. In provinces like Quebec and Ontario, this is reflected in more…
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Banner with cover of report on left, titled "Canada's Electric School Bus Report Card" showing logos for Green Communities Canada and Equiterre. Right side is detailed infographic of findings.

News Release: Canada’s first electric school bus report card

March 24, 2026
→ Report finds most provinces are failing the transition away from diesel, burdening Canadians with increased economic, health, and environmental risks. → P.E.I. ranks first,…
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The report cover with a close-up of people planting a tree. The GCC logo is at the top right. The title "Collective Impact, Impact Collectif" is at the bottom. "2024-2025" is at the bottom right.

Celebrating Climate Action Day and Our Collective Impact

October 23, 2025
October 24 is the International Day for Climate Action. The challenges of addressing Climate Change are huge, but the mechanisms for driving effective and sustainable…
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A graphic showing an animated yellow school bus. Two hands are placing puzzle pieces into the top sections of the school bus. The CESBA, GCC, and Equiterre logo are at the bottom left.

Press Release: Two Million Students Ride the Bus to School – Who Gets Left Behind in the Electric Transition?

September 3, 2025
Pivotal moment for Canada’s transition to low-carbon student transportation can either exacerbate or alleviate inequities.   Peterborough, ON – September 3, 2025 – Over two million children…
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5 Reasons Why Electric School Buses Are Safer from Fire

July 8, 2025
Electric school buses (ESBs) are gaining momentum across North America for their environmental and health benefits. However, recent fire incidents have sparked public concern and misinformation about…
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Powering Up: The Path to Electric School Bus Adoption in Canada

February 28, 2025
A Road to a Greener Future Canada’s journey toward 100 per cent electric school buses (ESBs) by 2040 is advancing — but still isn’t moving…
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Green Communities Canada Leads Extended Electric School Bus Alliance

March 13, 2024
In November 2023, Green Communities Canada was thrilled to receive funding for the continuation of the Canadian Electric School Bus Alliance (CESBA). The funding for…
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Vehicle-to-Grid and Electric School Buses

August 8, 2023
A breakthrough for school bus electrification in Canada! Imagine a future where our school buses not only transport students efficiently, but also contribute to a…
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operator plugging in an electric school bus with additional buses in background charging.

Electrification of Canadian School Buses is Progressing Far Too Slowly

May 30, 2023
The Canadian Electric School Bus Alliance (CESBA) – led by Équiterre and Green Communities Canada – unveiled its first study, Pathways for Canadian Electric School Bus…
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