Canadian Geographic

CANADIAN GEOGRAPHIC AND FRIENDS PLANT GUERRILLA MINI-FOREST ON THE DOORSTEP OF GLOBE FORUM CONVENTION IN VANCOUVER

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 13, 2024 /CNW/ - A remarkably powerful and timely innovation in urban forestry – the mighty Mini-Forest will be planted outside the Globe Forum at the Vancouver Convention Centre this week.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 13, 2024 /CNW/ - A remarkably powerful and timely innovation in urban forestry – the mighty Mini-Forest will be planted outside the Globe Forum at the Vancouver Convention Centre this week.
  • Canadian Geographic and the Network of Nature partners are advocating for the  establishment of these tiny forests in demonstration plots in communities across Canada.
  • "With our Network of Nature partners we are thrilled to be planting a demonstration Mini-Forest today on the doorstep of this regeneration-themed sustainability conference, GLOBE Forum 2024," said Aran O'Carroll, Director, Environment, Canadian Geographic.
  • The conference is being convened in downtown Vancouver at the Vancouver Convention Centre, Feb 13-15.

Candice Batista, award-winning environmental journalist, launches her first book Sustained: Creating a Sustainable House Through Small Changes, Money-Saving Habits, and Natural Solutions

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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TORONTO, Jan. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New eco-living handbook, Sustained: Creating a Sustainable House Through Small Changes, Money-Saving Habits, and Natural Solutions by sustainability expert, Candice Batista, will hit bookshelves on Feb. 13, 2024. Batista’s first book acts as a resource, equipping readers with money-saving sustainability tips for their homes that benefit the planet.

Key Points: 
  • Batista’s first book acts as a resource, equipping readers with money-saving sustainability tips for their homes that benefit the planet.
  • With a career dedicated to environmental journalism, Candice Batista has been at the forefront of national and international media, emerging as one of Canada's foremost eco advocates.
  • “My goal with the release of this book was to make sustainable living accessible to everyone,” said Candice Batista, author of Sustained.
  • Sustained: Creating a Sustainable House Through Small Changes, Money-Saving Habits, and Natural Solutions

Candice Batista, award-winning environmental journalist, launches her first book Sustained: Creating a Sustainable House Through Small Changes, Money-Saving Habits, and Natural Solutions

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Book, Canadian Geographic, Amazon, Online shopping

TORONTO, Jan. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New eco-living handbook, Sustained: Creating a Sustainable House Through Small Changes, Money-Saving Habits, and Natural Solutions by sustainability expert, Candice Batista, will hit bookshelves on Feb. 13, 2024. Batista’s first book acts as a resource, equipping readers with money-saving sustainability tips for their homes that benefit the planet.

Key Points: 
  • Batista’s first book acts as a resource, equipping readers with money-saving sustainability tips for their homes that benefit the planet.
  • With a career dedicated to environmental journalism, Candice Batista has been at the forefront of national and international media, emerging as one of Canada's foremost eco advocates.
  • “My goal with the release of this book was to make sustainable living accessible to everyone,” said Candice Batista, author of Sustained.
  • Sustained: Creating a Sustainable House Through Small Changes, Money-Saving Habits, and Natural Solutions

Canadian Geographic's Live Net Zero Holiday Challenge inspires 8 families across the country to reduce their carbon footprint

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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And now the families are entering the 5th and final challenge of the competition, with the goal of celebrating the holidays and reducing their carbon footprint at the same time.

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  • And now the families are entering the 5th and final challenge of the competition, with the goal of celebrating the holidays and reducing their carbon footprint at the same time.
  • In its second year, Live Net Zero has expanded to Québec, and has recruited more families and partners than ever before.
  • Like the families in the Live Net Zero challenge, Shell Canada has made the commitment to be a net-zero energy emissions business by 2050.
  • While most Canadians are committed to reducing their carbon footprint, for many it's confusing and difficult to know where to start.

Royal Canadian Academy of Arts (RCA) awards John Geiger, CEO of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society with its highest honour

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Saturday, October 28, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 28, 2023 /CNW/ - At a gala dinner in Ottawa, the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts (RCA) awarded the CEO of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society (RCGS), John Geiger the RCA medal, its highest honor.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 28, 2023 /CNW/ - At a gala dinner in Ottawa, the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts (RCA) awarded the CEO of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society (RCGS), John Geiger the RCA medal, its highest honor.
  • Founded in 1880, the Royal Academy of Arts represents over 700 established Canadians artists and designers.
  • "The Indigenous People's Atlas of Canada came to our attention at the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts and we understood the significance of its publication," said Robert Tombs, President of the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts.
  • "We have gotten to know John Geiger over his many years of leadership of the RCGS and Canadian Geographic and wanted to honour him for his achievement."

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority plants Mini Forest in collaboration with Canadian Geographic and the Network of Nature

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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The event will take place on Saturday, September 30th, 2023, from 10 AM – 2 PM, at 8 Oakvale Avenue, Toronto ON.

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  • The event will take place on Saturday, September 30th, 2023, from 10 AM – 2 PM, at 8 Oakvale Avenue, Toronto ON.
  • The mini forest will be planted together with participation from The Pocket Community Association (PCA), local residents of The Pocket, broader City of Toronto residents, and local stakeholders.
  • "Canadian Geographic is supporting the Mini Forest project because we have mapped the effect of climate change on Canadian forests over the past 100 years.
  • Mini forests are communities of native trees and shrubs planted tightly together in a technique modelled after the Miyawaki Forest method.

Canadian Geographic Dives Deep into Ocean Literacy

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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The floor map is a major initiative of the Canadian Ocean Literacy Coalition (COLC) supported by Canadian Geographic, to raise Canadians' awareness of the ocean coastline and issues of conservation and sustainable development.

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  • The floor map is a major initiative of the Canadian Ocean Literacy Coalition (COLC) supported by Canadian Geographic, to raise Canadians' awareness of the ocean coastline and issues of conservation and sustainable development.
  • The exhibition was made possible through the generous support and collaboration of many partners including  Avatar Alliance Foundation, Canadian Ocean Literacy Coalition, Ocean Week Canada, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Rolex and META.
  • Ocean Week Canada: Monday June 5 – Friday June 9, 2023
    Special Ocean Conservation Exhibit at 50 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K1M 2K1,
    Royal Canadian Geographical Society & Canadian Geographic Headquarters, including CanGeo Talk on June 7, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
    PRESSURE & Ocean Conservation Exhibit Duration: Monday, June 5 – Tuesday, September 5, 2023.
  • Proceeds will support Canadian Geographic Education to supply free, bilingual, curriculum educational resources to Canadian teachers.

Ocean Week Canada 2023, June 2-11: a festival of ocean celebration with over 160 events taking place across the country

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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Ocean Week Canada is taking place nationwide June 2 - 11, 2023.

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  • Ocean Week Canada is taking place nationwide June 2 - 11, 2023.
  • Now in its second year, Ocean Week Canada brings together local, regional, and national ocean and freshwater-themed events.
  • The festival is part of a multi-sector effort to ensure Canada protects 30% of its ocean area by 2030.
  • Ocean Week Canada is an important nationwide celebration that helps us to recognize and celebrate the connection we all share to the ocean.

National Mini Forest Program to kick off with an event in Richmond, BC

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Friday, April 21, 2023
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RICHMOND, BC, April 21, 2023 /CNW/ - Green Communities Canada (GCC) is excited to launch the National Mini Forest Pilot program this Earth Day.

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  • RICHMOND, BC, April 21, 2023 /CNW/ - Green Communities Canada (GCC) is excited to launch the National Mini Forest Pilot program this Earth Day.
  • The National Mini Forest Pilot program is led by GCC in collaboration with Dougan & Associates, Canadian Geographic, and Wilder Climate Solutions through the Network of Nature .
  • The program addresses the urgent need for green spaces in urban environments by transforming sites into diverse fast-growing forests.
  • Mini forests are communities of native trees and shrubs planted tightly together in a technique modelled after the Miyawaki Forest method.

Canadian Geographic announces the winners of its Canadian Photos of the Year competition

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Friday, January 13, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 13, 2023 /CNW/ - Canadian Geographic, one of Canada's oldest and best-loved magazines, has announced the winners of its 2022 Canadian Photos of the Year competition, celebrating the best images captured by Canadian photographers last year.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 13, 2023 /CNW/ - Canadian Geographic, one of Canada's oldest and best-loved magazines, has announced the winners of its 2022 Canadian Photos of the Year competition, celebrating the best images captured by Canadian photographers last year.
  • "Great photography comes down to a combination of location, timing and skill," said Canadian Geographic Editor-in-Chief Alexandra Pope.
  • "Each of the winning images tells a compelling story and is a testament to the talent and passion of our photographic community."
  • The Club hosts two competitions per year, awarding a total of $20,000 to emerging and established Canadian photographers.