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Voices of the Canadian Environment: Publishing intelligent & informed environmental journalism since 1971.
Kitchener, Ontario
Joined September 2009
This is a special article as it wraps up @Zack_Metcalfe's "Eastern Perspectives" column on Atlantic biodiversity. In this month's piece, Zack takes us on a journey through southern Labrador to encounter historic whaling. You can give it a read it here: https://t.co/h4uiTk6xDl đ
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Writing for @AlternativesJ Issue #192, The Playbook for Progress, @PaulTaylorTO reflects on his journey as a change-maker, ignited by the prompt to craft an "activist manifesto for a 17-year-old version of us." https://t.co/AnlmDLWr6h
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Our latest "Eastern Perspectives" column is here! This month, @Zack_Metcalfe explores Nova Scotia's old growth forests. Focusing on the Eastern Hemlock, Zack discusses the threats that these populations face and what the future may hold for this species.
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My piece for @AlternativesJ: "Movements are the result of countless people working together for a shared vision of the future, especially those who are often uncelebrated as they work behind the scenes to keep folks fed, clothed, and cared for." https://t.co/AeNtTnSmqv
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"They are as diverse a community as any on Earth ... some of its members are prepared for swings in climate and habitat, while others are entirely at the mercy of a changing world." Read all about lichen in Zack Metcalfe's latest piece: https://t.co/Cut2BYlKgv
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Enjoy our latest "Eastern Perspectives" column by Zack Metcalfe. This month, Zack shares a story of an encounter with a weeping willow from his youth and explores our human relationship with trees. đł Read it here âĄď¸ https://t.co/1mHwbj5oMK
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.@AlternativesJ complete "Playbook For Progress" is out. Great insights and lots of thoughtful pieces by many folks who inspire me. Inside is Siobhan Mullally's interview with me on creating change in the complexity of today's political system.
NEW ARTICLE ALERT: âHigher Stakesâ is an interview with HP Canadaâs Head of Sustainability, focusing on making sustainability progress in corporate spaces. âBuilding Rainbow Bridgesâ is about diversity and inclusivity in the Canadian construction sector. https://t.co/3vlwKjqYBX
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"I was a stereotypical fashion addict â my closet was bursting at the seams," says Kelly Drennan, our Founding Executive Director. Read her interview in @AlternativesJ's latest issue, out now! https://t.co/qupTmjWp6B
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Is toxic masculinity a barrier to environmentalism? How can we dismantle patriarchal systems to achieve climate action? Can sports culture be leveraged to promote sustainable living? Get the answers to these questions in our latest Playbook articles! https://t.co/3vlwKjqYBX
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NEW ARTICLE ALERT: âHigher Stakesâ is an interview with HP Canadaâs Head of Sustainability, focusing on making sustainability progress in corporate spaces. âBuilding Rainbow Bridgesâ is about diversity and inclusivity in the Canadian construction sector. https://t.co/3vlwKjqYBX
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Join Cate Blanchett and Danny Kennedy on episode four of Climate of Change as they discuss the ways we must rewire our future, speaking to some great guests who are using existing technologies to make positive climate change.
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Today, we are releasing two amazing articles from this issue. 1) Natashaâs survey of how to make change in a complicated world. 2) Elizabethâs article on the importance of making change in the home. Check them out here: https://t.co/3vlwKjqYBX
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Check out our latest Playbook for Progress content including A\J Publisher David McConnachie's "Publisher's Note" and notes from the team of creators who put so much time into making this issue. Read them here today! https://t.co/3vlwKjrwrv
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Weâre excited to announce the launch of another one of our 2021 magazine issues, The Playbook for Progress. This issue is all about making real social and environmental change and how to overcome systemic barriers. Stay tuned for more content this month! https://t.co/3vlwKjqYBX
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Join Cate Blanchett and Danny Kennedy on episode three of âClimate of Changeâ as they discuss the feasibility and social equity of solar energy and a clean energy future, featuring Brett Isaac and Clara Pratte, co-founders and CEOs of Navajo Power. https://t.co/Y9PKbLMXB3
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Mediating a Marriage on the Rocks: Anderson v. Alberta - This article, written by Andrea Palframan, Director of Communication at @RAVENtrust explores the Beaver Lake Cree Nation's case against Alberta, demanding that Treaty 6 be upheld. Don't miss it here! https://t.co/6p2u9AY1H9
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Join Cate Blanchett, Danny Kennedy, and His Royal Highness Prince William for the second episode of Climate of Change! This episode takes a look at the Earthshot prize, the 2021 winners, and how they can inspire us all. Read our review of the episode here!
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The Crisis Fish - Join @Zack_Metcalfe for the newest addition to his monthly column! This month Zack took a deep dive into the Atlantic Whitefish, Canada's most endangered species, and the ways we hope to ensure its future survival! Read here today!
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It was so great to have @joshuaostroff, @tknez2 and @WWFCanada working together for this issue! Thanks to all involved for making it such a great one!đđ
I had the very cool opportunity, alongside my colleague @tknez2, to guest-edit a @WWFCanada-themed issue of @AlternativesJ magazine. Here's a thread with some of the fantastic features we producedđ§ľ
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Climate of Change, Cate Blanchett and Danny Kennedyâs new podcast dives into the ground-breaking work being done by inspirational innovators to tackle our worldâs biggest environmental challenges. These episodes will be reviewed weekly with the first here!
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