What's in the Water?
How many times do we flush water down the drain or sewer without ever wondering where it will go and what it might affect further down the line? We spoke with Markus Brinkmann, University of Saskatchewan, about his work measuring and considering the impact of substances in waste and stormwater.
EcoWest News, March 15, 2022
From forested islands in the Salish Sea to peregrine falcons in Manitoba - news from across the West in this week's edition of EcoWest News.
Pacific Coast Seaweeds
If we were to head underwater, we would be immersed in a forest of waving leaves and branches in colours ranging from bright green to purple to dark brown and in all shapes and sizes. Seaweeds’ origins and reproductive cycle are even more remarkable.
EcoWest News, March 8, 2022
We've got books, science projects, community energy, and news from across the West in this week's edition of EcoWest News.
Bat Research & Education on the Prairies
Bats play an important role in pollination and in balancing insect populations. Organizations in western Canada are looking at where bats live, their role on farms, the impact of wind turbines, and education for pest control professionals.
EcoWest News, March 1, 2022
From fire, flood, feral pigs, and industry to minimizing risks, advocating, and leading - EcoWest News, March 1, 2022
Evaluating the Benefits & Risks of the Lake Diefenbaker Irrigation Project
The Citizens Environmental Alliance of Saskatchewan (CEA), along with other Saskatchewan environmental organizations, is calling on the federal government to carry out an environmental impact assessment on the proposed Lake Diefenbaker Irrigation Project. Here's why.
EcoWest News, February 22, 2022
News from across Western Canada, including introductions to Sustainable Building Manitoba, Northeast Swale Watchers, Urban Ocean Lab, and Research for the Front Lines.
Theatre for the Planet: Green Kids Inc, Winnipeg
Green Kids Inc, Manitoba - inspiring the next generation of environmental leaders through theatre
EcoWest News, February 15, 2022
Communities play a key role in advocating for wildlife and peaceful coexistence in this week's issue of EcoWest News.