Talks & Lectures
Kevin Van Tighem – Our Place: Changing the Nature of Alberta
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Hay River Basin Pollution Investigation: Media Conference & Information Session
Based on concerns relayed to us by Traditional Knowledge Holders in Northwestern Alberta, Keepers of the Water and partners, Dene Tha First Nation, Beaver First Nation, North Peace Tribal Council and Treaty 8 First Nations of Alberta have completed Phase 1 of the:
Hay River Basin Pollution Investigation
Regarding pipeline spills and their clean up in Dene Tha Traditional Territory
Media Conference and Information Session
- Lunch at 12 noon
- Dr. Kevin Timoney’s Report Presentation at 1:00 pm
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AWA Calgary Talk: Public Lands – Enforcing the Law
AWA Speaker Series
with Wayne Howse
Corporal Howse will recount years of experience throughout Alberta and the Yukon Territories enforcing public lands law. He has seen a wide range of lawless behaviour which poses threats both to public safety and the environment. An excellent opportunity to learn about major challenges and opportunities to protect our public lands for future generations. Read More
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Annual Martha Kostuch Wilderness and Wildlife Trust Fund Lecture: The Will of the Willmore
The Will of the Willmore – Wild and free, the legacy is ours to defend
A Wilderness Defenders Award will be presented to Ray Rasmussen
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Call of the Wild: Sharing Nature through Photography and Adventure
From the CPAWS Northern Alberta website:
Join CPAWS Northern Alberta for an evening of storytelling and adventure with photographer and explorer Dax Justin! Dax will present on the amazing adventures he has had, and how photography and social media have connected him with nature. This is your chance to buy some of his amazing prints! And, there will be a silent auction in support of CPAWS Northern Alberta! Read More
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Green Regs 'n Ham: "Is a carbon tax our lorax?"
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Information Session: Who’s Who and What They Do — Conservation in the Livingstone
The Livingstone Landowners Guild invites you to attend an information session:
Who's Who and What They Do
Conservation in the Livingstone
"An opportunity to hear from organizations in southwestern Alberta working to maintain the integrity of our shared and treasured landscape."
Participating organizations:
- Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS Southern Alberta Chapter)
- Cows and Fish (Alberta Habitat Management Society)
- Miistakis Institute
- MULTISAR
- Oldman Watershed Council (OWC)
- Porcupine Land Use Group
- Southern Alberta Land Trust Society (SALTS)
- Waldron Grazing Cooperative
- Western Rachlands Corporation
Doors open at 6:30 pm. Read More
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AWA Talk: Time for Radical Change – Advocacy to Make the Impossible Possible
With Dr. Joe Vipond
Learn about the Alberta Coal-Phase Out Campaign and its success. The multi-pronged campaign created a shift in thinking among policy makers, and included health groups, conservation and social justice groups. Will this campaign model ways for conservation to lead the conversation?
- Talk starts at 7:00 pm (doors open at 6:30pm)
- Tickets: $5.00
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Energy Efficiency – Implications for Nonprofits
On August 31, 2016 the Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations and The Pembina Institute will host a half-day session focused on the implications of energy efficiency options and their implications for the nonprofit sector.
As community leaders, the nonprofit sector has the opportunity to be a role model in curbing energy consumption and lowering emissions. At the same time, there is concern within the sector about the potential impact Alberta’s Carbon Levy may have on operating expenses. Read More
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