By Laura Bolt
While enjoying the feeling of sand under our feet, running our fingers through a gurgling stream, or a quiet day may make us feel closer to nature, we often overlook the profound role our ecosystem play in our daily lives. And, as with many things in light of climate change, the future of these ecosystems … Continued
What do you value most when purchasing food, whether at the store or farmers’ market? Is it freshness? Knowing where it comes from? Whether it is certified organic, or conventional? Freedom of choice is vital to a democratic society, and that’s one of the reasons why the recent policies regarding gene-edited plant seeds pose questions. … Continued
By Leah Payne
When is the last time you truly rested? Maybe it was on summer vacation, sitting on a dock after dinner, dipping your toes in the lake. Or maybe it was in the winter, curled up on the couch with a great book as the snow fell quietly outside. Unfortunately, many of us don’t make time for … Continued
By Carole Ames
Yellowknife, NWT, was a shock to a southern Ontario twenty-something. Wild, isolated, and quirky; big mosquitos and bigger ravens; and the winters! The cold, dry air combined with a small window of daylight over the lunch hour led to cabin fever by March, especially for southern transplants like me. Every winter I became somewhat unhappy, … Continued
Receiving a diagnosis of childhood type 1 diabetes sends a shockwave through the whole family. As the family grapples with the changes necessary for managing the condition, it’s common for the child, their parents, and siblings to feel shock, distress, and anger in the initial stages of the diagnosis. But with the right support systems, … Continued