by David Suzuki on Wednesday Sep 15 2021
Humanity seems to be teetering on the brink. On one hand, we know that rapidly shifting from coal, oil and gas to renewable energy, along with protecting and restoring carbon sinks like forests and wetlands, will go a long way to slowing the worsening impacts of climate disruption. We know that women’s rights, family planning services, access to birth control and education are the best ways to...
by David Suzuki on Wednesday Sep 08 2021
Most people try to keep their children and grandchildren safe and wouldn’t knowingly put them at risk. Maybe that’s why some ignore or deny the climate crisis. It’s easier than admitting that, by our actions, we’re condemning those we love to an increasingly uncertain future.
A new...
by David Suzuki on Wednesday Sep 01 2021
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by Timothy Schafer Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on Sunday Aug 22 2021
A new Nelson Police committee is being set up to engage all visible minorities — or racialized people — in the Nelson area to ensure the playing field is level.
The provisionally named Diversity Advisory Committee is being set up by the Nelson Police Department (NPD) to strengthen community and police relationships, increase understanding and create a positive working atmosphere, said...
by Province of British Columbia on Wednesday Aug 04 2021
Murray Rankin, Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, and Selina Robinson, Minister of Finance, have released the following statement on marking the federal Truth and Reconciliation Day:
“Over the last two months Canadians have been coming to terms with what survivors of residential schools have always known. Indigenous peoples are bringing to light the true history of...
by Wildsight on Tuesday Jul 27 2021
Wildsight is seeking to hire a group of young adults in the West Kootenay area interested in tackling unique local projects that address the global climate crisis and support local community priorities.
From September to December 2021, crew members on the Youth Climate Corps (YCC) will earn wages and receive training in leadership, teamwork, and communication, as well...
by David Suzuki on Wednesday Jul 21 2021
It’s easy to think we’re beyond denial over the climate crisis, now that even...
