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Hosted by The Foundation for Water Research  04 Feb 2026 12:00 pm to 01:30 pm Europe/London Join FWR for their upcoming event that will bring together experts to explore the growing issue of microplastics in our aquatic and marine environments, and the implications for sustainable wastewater management. The event will feature lightning presentations from experts, exploring […]

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Overview Critical Conversation Series | Collaborative Centre for Climate, Health & Sustainable Care Health Case for a Fossil Fuel Advertising Ban Health professionals are increasingly concerned about the health impacts of fossil fuel–driven climate change and pollution. Join the Collaborative Centre for Climate, Health & Sustainable Care for a critical discussion as we explore whether […]

Description The School of the Environment invites you to virtually attend this seminar led by Dr. Chris O'Halloran, as part of our 2026 Environment and Health Seminar Series. About the Seminar The global Ocean sustains all life on Earth and profoundly shapes human health and well-being, yet public understanding of its critical functions and how […]

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Description With economic uncertainty weighing on Canadians, many wonder, have climate advocates lost the public to other priorities? Not according to new research from Re.Climate and Abacus Data showing Canadians are worried, hopeful, and ready for leadership on climate change—yet convinced they’re alone.  Speakers Re. Climate is delighted to have David Coletto,  CEO of Abacus Data and Canada's most trusted voices on […]

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Description The School of the Environment invites you to virtually attend this seminar led by Dr. Laurence Butet-Roch, as part of our 2025-26 Environment Seminar Series. About the Seminar Initially used in livestock and energy management circles to designate spaces earmarked for exploitation and degradation in order to preserve others, the nomenclature of sacrifice zones has been […]

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Hundreds of people have already signed up to join our webinar on March 26 to learn how fossil fuel lobbying shapes climate policy in Canada. If you haven’t registered yet, there’s still time to save your spot! Next Week on Thursday, March 26, at 7 PM EST, you’ll get an inside look at how fossil fuel lobbying works, and how […]

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