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In my forties doing my undergraduate degree for the first time. Double major in Geography focused on Environment and Sustainability and Anthropology at UBC Vancouver. Interests: community building, urban agriculture, social & environmental justice 🏳️‍🌈
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This article from the Guardian describes the alarming decline of insect populations worldwide. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

submitted 18 days ago • 0 comments

In the 80s and 90s, road trips meant scrubbing smashed bugs off the windshield and grill. Today? Barely a splatter. Insects are disappearing. Ecosystems are collapsing. And we’re the cause. Wake up.

submitted 20 days ago • 0 comments

If you are around UBC Vancouver tonight join us for a free screening of Tea Creek followed by a Q&A with our special guest Jacob Beaton at the Norm theatre.

submitted 85 days ago • 0 comments

This decision is a significant setback for #Greenpeace, the #ClimateAction movement, and Indigenous rights in the U.S. It could spell the end for Greenpeace. Energy Transfer violated UNDRIP's mandate for free, prior, and informed consent on Indigenous lands at the Sioux #StandingRock Reservation.

submitted 99 days ago • 0 comments

On March 4th at 12:01am, war will have officially started between two long-time allies, the USA 🇺🇸 and Canada 🇨🇦. #ElbowsUp

submitted 115 days ago • 3 comments

The English Liberal Leadership debate was mostly civil, except for Karina Gould, who aggressively criticized the other candidates' plans. In contrast, the other candidates mainly presented their visions or targeted Poilievre instead. #CDNpoli #liberal #liberaldebate #liberalleadership

submitted 121 days ago • 1 comment

I was surprised to learn that linoleum is far better for the environment than engineered hardwood. It’s made from natural, renewable materials like linseed oil, cork dust, wood flour, and natural resins. It is biodegradable and can decompose without releasing harmful toxins. #sustainability

submitted 121 days ago • 0 comments

One simple way to resist America's imperialist threats to Canada is to plant a garden if you have access to space.

submitted 137 days ago • 1 comment

Trump is cutting funding for research that doesn't align with his policies. Canada needs to do everything possible to attract all scientists, academics, scholars, and other talented people so they can continue their research and help to build an even better Canada 🇨🇦 #welcometocanada #cdnpoli

submitted 144 days ago • 0 comments

Have they told colleges and universities to also expect to lose any funding in this regard as well? This is very troubling.

submitted 144 days ago • 0 comments

Vive le Canada 🇨🇦

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Attention Canadian Retailers: it's time to get your Made In Canada stickers on the shelves so we know what to buy. 🇨🇦 #madeincanada

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Here is the first plank of Mark Carney’s platform, and I am happy that it is the climate. It is a multipronged approach that addresses the #climateemergency while building a strong and resilient economy that benefits everyone. #markcarney #cdnpoli #carbontax markcarney.ca/media/2025/0...

submitted 145 days ago • 0 comments

It should not be viewed as “political” to discuss #ClimateChange when a natural disaster occurs.

submitted 146 days ago • 0 comments

I am glad he put his name forward in the race for Liberal leader. The writing is on the wall at this point as to who is going to win. Mi’kmaq M.P. Battiste drops out of liberal leadership race, endorses Carney www.aptnnews.ca/national-new...

submitted 147 days ago • 0 comments

Stop using “China and India pollute more” as your excuse to do nothing. If your neighbour was dumping trash in the river, would you also start throwing your garbage in? Or would you take responsibility for your own waste?

submitted 148 days ago • 0 comments

Maybe I am not looking in the right places, but how are we not seeing videos from ICE Raids? The general public needs to see what is happening with their own eyes. #ICEraids

submitted 149 days ago • 0 comments

Happy New Year from our house to yours!

submitted 149 days ago • 0 comments

Academic research should never be tied to the “values” of a particular administration. This could be a major blow to excellent research and potential future breakthroughs. chttps://www.vox.com/future-perfect/396911/trump-science-nih-censorship-blackout

submitted 149 days ago • 0 comments

🧵 Mark Carney has an inspiring vision for Canada. I am almost done his book Value(s), and it has become clear that with his economic expertise and vision for Canada, he is by far the best person for the job. We are facing massive gaps between the rich and the poor, an environmental crisis,

submitted 149 days ago • 2 comments

Today is the day I finally learned how to spell Colombia 🇨🇴 (bows head in shame).

submitted 151 days ago • 0 comments

I love that the Colombian president hit back at Trump though!

submitted 151 days ago • 0 comments

Who else is in #Vancouver?

submitted 152 days ago • 0 comments

Beautiful day for a stroll down to Granville Island. #granvilleisland #vancouver #yvr

submitted 152 days ago • 0 comments

Rise up Alberta, once those mountains are gone there is no growing them back. via @thetyee.ca thetyee.ca/Analysis/202...

submitted 155 days ago • 0 comments

I swear there was another president in here somewhere but can’t quite put my finger on it. Anyone remember his name? It’s probably just the #mandelaeffect

submitted 155 days ago • 0 comments

Will Trumps Tariffs include fentanyl?

submitted 155 days ago • 0 comments

It’s hard not to fall in love with this place. #vancouver

submitted 155 days ago • 0 comments

Well, now we know why all the tech bros were at the inauguration and why Trump declared an energy emergency. The USA will invest $500 billion into #StargateAI

submitted 156 days ago • 0 comments

IRES graduate student Charlotte Milne led a new publication identifying gaps in research on natural hazards in British Columbia. Learn more about what's missing in studies on floods, earthquakes, fires and extreme weather events: doi.org/10.1016/j.ij...

submitted 218 days ago • 1 comment

This is a big blow to our future ability to survive on this planet.

submitted 157 days ago • 0 comments

Next time someone tells you Elon's salute wasn't a nazi one, show them this.

submitted 157 days ago • 26 comments

This salute is a symbol and a signal of what's to come in the USA. This was no mistake, and those who ignore it or defend it will be on the wrong side of history. Trump declared that the USA will return to a merit-based society, and it is clear from gestures like this what he means.

submitted 157 days ago • 0 comments

After careful consideration I have decide to decline my invitation and not attend Donald Trump’s inauguration.

submitted 161 days ago • 1 comment

What are your thoughts on Mark Carney? I spent the afternoon listening to podcasts and reading articles about him. I'm glad he addresses climate and sustainability directly; they seem to be a central aspect of his campaign and economic plan for the country.

submitted 161 days ago • 0 comments

Well that is not the best news in terms of finacing for climate initiatives. #climateaction www.cbc.ca/news/climate...

submitted 161 days ago • 0 comments

We need to make sure that climate and environment are top issues in the Canadian election.

submitted 162 days ago • 0 comments