How to Help
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Upcoming Events
Want to make your voice heard in person? Attend the upcoming events and rallies happening near you.
Contact your MLA
Urge your elected representative to take action against coal mining and support the long-term health of Alberta’s communities.
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Our Mission
Albertans must work together to protect our water, mountains, and future.
We strongly encourage all Albertans to learn about the long-term, downstream impact of open-pit coal mining in the Eastern Slopes of the Rocky Mountains.Important information has been made available to the public by organizations representing farmers, ranchers, conservationists, and residents.By educating ourselves and taking action, we can each do our part to protect the Rocky Mountains and Alberta's water.
Coming Up
An Indigenous Lens on Coal Mining in the Eastern Slopes
March 27th, 2025 | 6:00 - 8:00 pm | watch via Live Stream
Ancestral Nations of Mohkinstsis Series Presents "AN INDIGENOUS LENS ON COAL MINING IN THE EASTERN SLOPES".
Adam North Peigan, Chairman of the Piikani Mountain Child Valley Society, will be speaking about the collective concern of many Indigenous communities facing environmental challenges. While the in-person event is at capacity, attend virtually via FaceBook through this link: linkhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1189972432737786/
Coal Panel Discussion in Lethbridge
March 5th, 2025 | 6:00 pm | Southminster United Church 1011 4 Ave S, Lethbridge
A Panel Discussion - Coal Mining in the Oldman Watershed: Are there Potential Risks? Attend this informative panel session in #Lethbridge to better understand the potential risks and impact.
Public Health & Community Well-being
Coal mining can release harmful toxins into the air and water, affecting nearby communities and wildlife. By prioritizing clean water, fresh air, and healthy ecosystems, we can prevent long-term health risks and maintain a high quality of life for Albertans.
Watershed & Environmental Protection
Coal mining poses a serious threat to Alberta’s watersheds, with risks of selenium contamination, disrupted water flow, and habitat destruction. Protecting rivers and freshwater ecosystems ensures clean drinking water, healthy fish populations, and sustainable environmental stewardship for future generations.
Agriculture & Land Protection
The Eastern Slopes provide vital grazing land and irrigation water for Alberta’s agricultural industry. Open-pit mining endangers farmland by depleting water resources, contaminating soil, and reducing the long-term viability of ranching and farming in the region.
Indigenous & Cultural Protection
For many Indigenous communities, the Eastern Slopes are not only a source of clean water and wildlife but also hold deep cultural and spiritual significance. Protecting these lands ensures the preservation of sacred sites, traditional knowledge, and Indigenous rights to steward the land.
Economic & Policy Advocacy
Sustainable industries like tourism, recreation, and agriculture provide long-term economic benefits, while coal mining offers short-lived profits at the cost of environmental damage. Advocating for policies that protect natural landscapes supports resilient local economies and future job growth.
General Environmental Advocacy
The fight against coal mining is part of a larger movement to safeguard Alberta’s natural heritage. Environmental organizations work to raise awareness, conduct research, and push for policy changes that protect biodiversity, clean energy solutions, and responsible land use.
Resources
Chinook Water Alliance – Brochure
“Aohkii (water) is sacred. Water is the lifeblood of the earth. Water is what connects us to all life.”
– Niitsítapi Water Protectors
2025 West Country Sustainability Coalition – Data Sheet
Passionate people standing up for a environmentally sustainable future in Central Alberta's Eastern Slopes - one without new coal mines.
Welcome to Grassy Mountain Alberta
Don't let Grassy Mountain be the first of many. This site provides the essential insights into why protecting this 'mascot' is key to safeguarding all of Alberta's Eastern Slopes from industrial mining.