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«Nature Watch» column

Get Your Volunteer Hours the Old Fashioned Way

October 22nd, 2013; By Connor Thompson

In order to graduate high school, students must complete 40 hours of volunteer work. Rather than dragging it out over the course of an entire high school career, why not […]


Bike Riding Across Canada

October 18th, 2013; By Canadian Wildlife Federation

Starting on her bike ride this month, Angella will be travelling through one of Canada’s smaller ecozones. This region, called the Pacific Maritime ecozone, covers approximately 196 000 km2, approximately […]


Report shows action on climate change is critical

October 17th, 2013; By David Suzuki Foundation

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change just released the first of four chapters of its Fifth Assessment Report. It shows scientists are more certain now than in 2007 when the […]


Making a Difference for Canada’s Environment

September 29th, 2013; By Jasmin Bollman

When you hear the words “global warming” or “climate change” you might immediately think of its impact on humans and our habitat. But what about the animals living in Canada […]


Getting Your Volunteer Hours the Fun Way

September 29th, 2013; By Sharifa Campbell-Hogg

“40 hours of community service!?” – It does sound like a lot, especially when just entering high school and finding out that it’s absolutely mandatory. The most frequently asked question […]


The Importance of Volunteering

September 26th, 2013; By Phillip Holland

Here are some good reasons to get involved and volunteer! “Why would I bother to volunteer?”, you might think. “Isn’t it better to get a job and be paid for […]


Career Profile: Marine Biologist

September 26th, 2013; By Susan Huebert

Every year, humpback whales travel 4000 kilometres from the ocean around Alaska and British Columbia to the water near Hawaii. Soon afterwards, they turn around and make the return journey. […]