By Ishara Yahampath, Communication, Education & Outreach editor Tree planting is an essential nature-based action for mitigating the effects of global warming. As trees grow, they absorb and store the carbon dioxide that drives global warming, provide shade for roads, buildings, and people, and food and habitat for local wildlife. While many Canadians recognize the […]
Lindsay Jolivet and Ainslie Butler, Health, Medicine, and Veterinary Science co-editors Pack your belongings health conscious readers because the evidence is clear: it’s time to live #WithNature. The benefits of spending time in green spaces are well documented, and on June 5, Canada is hosting the United Nations’ World Environment Day with the theme […]
By Claire Elliot When asked to picture a sparrow, I think a lot of us, especially city dwellers, think of the common house sparrow. Though ubiquitous across southern Canada, this little sparrow is not actually native to North America. This introduced species hails from Europe and, like many immigrants, came to North America via New […]
Joelle Thorpe and Catherine Lau, Biology & Life Sciences co-editors Would you believe us if we told you that some doctors prescribe “time outside” to their patients? This Earth Day, do our planet – and yourself – a favour, and spend some time in the great outdoors. Spring has finally sprung! With the […]
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