Nature & Climate Change
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My 7-day Nature Advocacy Challenge in Gatineau
I've created a challenge for my shy self: embark on a nature advocacy campaign in Masson-Angers, Gatineau. Solo. For full 56 hours. Join me on this venture!
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Advocating for Nature: 4 Alternative Ways to Fight When you are Depleted
Advocating for nature often involves harsh confrontations, which can be draining. Here are 4 alternative ways to fight when you need a break.
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Owls Head Provincial Park: An Ecotourism Paradise Waiting to Happen
Owls Head Provincial Park, in N. S., is being eyed by a developer. But grassroot group says it has the potential to be a world-class ecotourism destination.
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Owls Head Provincial Park: Thousands are Standing up for Nature in Nova Scotia
When a journalist revealed the secret deal to sell off Owls Head Provincial Park to a developer, thousands sarted campaigning to save it.
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Conservation Pioneer James Harkin: The Power of Quiet Persuasion
The father of Canada's national parks, James Harkin convinced economy-focused governments to conserve "wilderness" in the early 20th century.
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How Neighbours Came Together to Buy a 23-Hectare Forest in Chelsea
When a beloved forest was put for sale in Chelsea, more than 150 neighbours rallied to save it. Together, they bought the land for $850,000.
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The La Blanche Forest: A Unique Fairy Tale Land That Almost Wasn’t
Today, the La Blanche Forest is the largest ecological reserve in southern Quebec. But 25 years ago, it was being considered for logging and development.
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The Deschênes Forest: How Citizens Saved a Treasure in Fast-Developing Gatineau
When the city of Gatineau put the beautiful Deschênes forest for sale, citizens mobilized to make councillors go back on their decision.