Protecting our oceans: How Trudeau can restore Canada’s reputation
Last Wednesday marked World Oceans Day, a time for citizens and governments to reflect on the vital role oceans play in sustaining life on the planet, both human and non-human. It’s also a time to consider how we can better protect our oceans for the future. Since taking office, the Liberal government has committed to […]
How Trudeau can pass the science test
A breath of fresh air spread across Canada’s scientific community in the past several months. After years of tight government restrictions and deep funding cuts, many researchers welcomed our country’s renewed commitment to scientific understanding. We have a new minister of science, and the Liberal party has vowed to use science as the foundation for […]
March state dinner at the White House: will fish be on the menu?
Preparations are underway. U.S. President Barack Obama will host Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for a state dinner on March 10. Here’s why fish should be on the menu. In June 2014, a Presidential Task Force on Combating Illegal Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing and Seafood fraud was established. Recommendations and an action plan followed. In […]
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