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Hamilton Spectator
2 hours ago
- General
- Hamilton Spectator
Calgary Zoo climate and environmental education expanded nationally
New federal funding is helping to expand a Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo education program that aims to provide environmental and climate education across Canada. Since its launch in fall 2024, the program has been aimed at teaching classroom and community educators the knowledge, tools and confidence needed to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards. The $1.56 million five-year grant has been funded through the Government of Canada and the Environmental Damages Fund's Climate Action and Awareness Fund. Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Chief Development and External Relations Officer, Steven Ross, said that zoo has long worked with school boards in Calgary and area, and began to wonder how they could impact a larger demographic. 'The concept came together of exploring with educator and partner organizations of 'what are the gaps that are out there?' We didn't want to create education programming that's a duplicate of what's already there. So, 'how can we have the greatest impact?'' Ross said. 'What came back was a recognition that there were gaps in educator resourcing in the space of conservation and climate awareness and understanding.' By teaching educators, rather than students directly, the program will have a longer, more widespread outreach, according to Ross. The goal is directly impact nearly 5,000 educators across Canada. 'Everyone recognizes that people will take action for the things that they care about, and to get to that place of caring about it, they first need to be aware,' he said. 'So education is such a pivotal piece in that it's needed more now than ever.' Since 2024, the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo's education program has been working to empower students in Alberta and Northwest Territories classrooms, and the funding is set to provide a nationwide expansion for that by 2028. In the program's nearly year-long run, The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo tripled its presence at Alberta teachers' conventions and reached nearly 1,000 educators through workshops and outreach efforts. A full-time Educator Development Coordinator was hired in early 2025 to help scale the program nationally. The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo previously partnered with Mount Royal University to support pre-service teacher practicums, and has been working to finalize a similar agreement with the University of Calgary's Werklund School of Education. The zoo's inaugural Environmental Educators' Summit, held July 21–25 in Calgary and in Waterton Lakes National Park The summit brought together formal and non-formal educators from Alberta and the Northwest Territories to build skills, share practices, and explore best practices in environmental and climate education. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Globe and Mail
7 hours ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Government of Canada partners with United Kingdom to invest in groundbreaking AI alignment research
Investment will pioneer research on safer AI and ensure economic growth OTTAWA, ON, July 30, 2025 /CNW/ - Investing in artificial intelligence (AI) is key to unlocking Canada's prosperity, resiliency and security as well as strengthening the country's leadership. The Government of Canada is committed to scaling up Canada's AI ecosystem, building AI infrastructure, increasing the adoption of AI systems and strengthening trust. In doing so, it is essential to develop AI in a safe and responsible manner so that it benefits all Canadians.
Cision Canada
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
Government of Canada supports Tlingít cultural revitalization in Yukon
Government of Canada supports the Carcross/Tagish First Nation's Haa Ḵusteeyí celebration of language and community, honouring Tlingít culture. CARCROSS, YT, July 29, 2025 /CNW/ - For Indigenous communities, the act of gathering ais about more than tradition; it is a way to ensure language, culture, history and sacred bonds with the land are able to thrive and grow stronger. Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Member of Parliament (Yukon), announced a $95,000 investment in support of the Carcross/Tagish First Nation's Haa Ḵusteeyí celebration, a gathering of Tlingít communities from across the Yukon, British Columbia and Alaska, held from July 24 to 26, 2025. He made the announcement at the gathering's opening ceremony, on behalf of the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages. The Carcross/Tagish First Nation received $50,000 through the Development component of the Canada Arts Presentation Fund. The investment helped support the celebration's artistic program, which featured more than a dozen traditional and contemporary dance, drumming, storytelling and musical performances that reflect the histories, identities and living traditions of participating Indigenous nations. The Carcross/Tagish First Nation also received $45,000 through the Events component of the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program to deliver a series of inclusive, hands-on cultural workshops and youth engagement activities. Haa Ḵusteeyí featured Elder-led workshops on seal-skin moccasin making, hide tanning, cedar hat weaving and carving, among other topics. They encourage intercultural connection and intergenerational sharing of cultural knowledge. The celebration brought together more than 3,000 people, to honour Tlingít language and traditions through storytelling, dance, ceremony and shared learning. Quotes "Haa Ḵusteeyí is a beautiful celebration of Tlingít culture and a living expression of Indigenous tradition and identity. It also allows Canadians to build meaningful relationships, rooted in reconciliation. Our government is proud to invest in programs that advance reconciliation, honour culture, preserve language, and sustain cultural teachings and knowledge. Events like this allow all of us to build meaningful relationships rooted in respect and walk the path of reconciliation together." —The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages "I was deeply honoured to be invited to the Carcross/Tagish First Nation for Haa Ḵusteeyí. It was profoundly moving to see how communities sustain the rich and vibrant traditions of the Tlingít people through language, culture and teachings. Having chosen to call the Yukon home for more than three decades, I am proud of our government's commitment to Haa Ḵusteeyí. It's a clear demonstration of reconciliation in action." — Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs, and Member of Parliament (Yukon) "Haa Ḵusteeyí is an important biennial celebration of Inland Tlingit culture, but this year has been a difficult one. In such times in our history, Haa Ḵusteeyí has continued. We have upheld this tradition in proudly hosting Haa Ḵusteeyí 2025 and by bringing our ancestors with us through ceremony, by offering a fire plate each evening and keeping a sacred fire burning throughout the celebration. I thank our Carcross/Tagish First Nation citizen and Haa Ḵusteeyí coordinator, Nicole Welin, and her team for skillfully meeting many challenges. Through their work and the support of many volunteers and major sponsors, like the Department of Canadian Heritage, Haa Ḵusteeyí 2025 has been a success." — Maria Benoit, Haa Sha du Hen (Chief), Carcross/Tagish First Nation Quick Facts The biannual Haa Ḵusteeyí is a Tlingít cultural gathering that rotates between host First Nations in the Yukon and British Columbia. The gathering allows Tlingít people to come together, actively use their language and contribute to the revitalization and preservation of Tlingít heritage and culture in their communities. Haa Ḵusteeyí (pronounced Haa Khoo-s-tee-yee) means "our culture" or "Tlingít way" in the Tlingít language and its roots date back centuries. This traditional gathering was revived by Elders in 2005. The Canada Arts Presentation Fund supports organizations that professionally present arts festivals or performing arts series as well as organizations that fund arts presenters. The Development stream supports emerging arts presenters and presenter-support organizations that focus on underserved communities or artistic practices. The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program's Events component helps fund community-based events that promote intercultural or interfaith understanding, promote discussions on multiculturalism, diversity, racism and religious discrimination, or celebrate a community's history and culture. Carcross/Tagish First Nation Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program SOURCE Canadian Heritage
Cision Canada
a day ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Canadian beef gets access to Australian market once again, boosting global trade ties in the Indo-Pacific Français
OTTAWA, ON, /CNW/ - Today, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced the successful re-opening of market access for Canadian beef and beef products to Australia—opening the door to a key Indo-Pacific market for the first time since 2003. Regained access offers not only economic potential for Canadian farmers and processors but also contributes to global food security by providing more international consumers access to premium quality Canadian beef. By opening access to premium markets like Australia, Canadian producers can increase exports, generating new revenue streams that fuel investments, sustain jobs, and support local economies from coast to coast. Canada holds a negligible risk status for bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE). which means Canada's beef production system is recognized internationally as sound, safe and respected. The Government of Canada remains committed to expanding international market opportunities for the country's agri-food sector. Working closely with industry stakeholders and trading partners, Canada continues to protect its strong international reputation as a source of safe, high-quality food, helping Canadian products compete and succeed globally. Quotes "Canada is known around the world for producing top-quality beef — and that's a testament to the hard work of our producers. Strengthening our trade ties with Australia—one of our key partners in the Indo-Pacific—means more opportunities for Canadian farmers and processors to grow their businesses, create good jobs, and build up our economy. The Government of Canada is absolutely committed to supporting the industry as we open new doors, drive growth, and showcase the best of Canada to the world." - The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food "This regained access to the Australian market is a testament to the cooperation between the CFIA, the Canadian beef industry and our trading partners. CFIA's commitment to science-based decision-making and rigorous inspection standards helps to uphold Canada's global reputation for excellence in food safety and animal health. This achievement not only reflects the strength of our system and the value of Canada's high-quality beef internationally but also supports the livelihoods of Canadian workers and families who rely on this industry." - Paul MacKinnon, President, Canadian Food Inspection Agency Quick Facts In 2024, Canada remained a major global beef exporter, ranking 8th in the world by volume. Canada's global exports of agriculture and agri-food (not including fish and seafood) in 2024 overall was $92.2 billion in 2024, compared to $91.6 billion in 2023. Canada's Indo-Pacific Strategy (IPS) was launched in November 2022 to position Canada to take advantage of growing opportunities in the region by strengthening regional engagement and deepening diplomatic, security, economic, and sustainable development partnerships. A key initiative for Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency under the IPS is the Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office (IPAAO) which opened in Manilla, Philippines in February 2024. Its mobile team of technical experts and trade commissioners works to explore and advance trade opportunities around the Indo-Pacific region, strengthen technical and regulatory cooperation, identify new business opportunities for Canadian exporters to diversify their exports and support investment attraction efforts into Canada. In 2003, Australia imposed import restrictions on Canadian beef, following the discovery of Canada's first domestic case of BSE. In 2021, Canada was officially recognized by the World Organisation of Animal Health as having negligible risk status for BSE, underlining the integrity of our animal health and food inspection systems. Associated Links Export requirements for meat products to Australia Canada's Indo-Pacific Strategy Canada's Indo-Pacific Strategy to support growth and prosperity for the agriculture and agri-food sector Canada-Australia relations Each day, hard-working Canadian Food Inspection Agency employees—including inspectors, veterinarians, and scientists—inspect food for safety risks, work to protect plants from pests and invasive species, and respond to animal diseases that could threaten Canada's animal resource base and human health. Guided by science-based decision-making and modern regulations, the Agency verifies that food sold in Canada is safe while supporting access to international markets for our high-quality agricultural products. To learn more, visit
Cision Canada
a day ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Federal government partners with Fredericton to strength urban infrastructure against the impacts of climate change Français
FREDERICTON, NB, July 29, 2025 /CNW/ - The City of Fredericton is taking action to protect its infrastructure from the growing impacts of climate change after an investment of more than $7.9 million from the federal government. The funding announced today by David Myles, Member of Parliament for Fredericton—Oromocto, and Her Worship Kate Rogers, Mayor of the City of Fredericton, will support a series of projects that will make the city's core infrastructure more resilient to natural hazards intensified by climate change. Fredericton will undertake a number of projects to protect their critical infrastructure that include: upgrading culverts and underground water systems, shoreline naturalization, and placing powerlines underground to reduce damage that can cause power outages during severe weather events. Together, these projects will help ensure a safer, more resilient Fredericton for all residents by protecting their homes, businesses, and essential services. Quotes "The federal government is proud to work alongside Fredericton to reinforce core infrastructure to better protect the places and services that are most important to Canadians from increasingly severe weather. By investing in these vital measures, the Government of Canada is helping to build a safer, more resilient Fredericton that can thrive now and in the future." David Myles, Member of Parliament for Fredericton —Oromocto "The City of Fredericton is grateful to have the federal government partner with us as we work to enhance our city's resiliency to extreme weather. This funding will support our ambitious and ongoing efforts to upgrade critical infrastructure to mitigate impacts caused by climate change to ensure that our community remains viable and vibrant for generations to come." Her Worship Kate Rogers, Mayor of the City of Fredericton Quick Facts The federal government is investing $7,984,000 in this project through the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund (DMAF) and the City of Fredericton is contributing $12,010,000. On November 24 th, 2022, the federal government released Canada's National Adaptation Strategy: Building Resilient Communities and a Strong Economy. It commits $1.6 billion in new federal funding to help address both immediate and future climate risks to Canadian communities. As part of the National Adaptation Strategy and Government of Canada Adaptation Action Plan, the federal government has launched the Climate Toolkit for Housing and Infrastructure (CTHI) initiative. The Climate Toolkit for Housing and Infrastructure will support the development of integrated climate-related tools, resources and services for communities through: The funding announced today builds on the federal government's work through the Atlantic Growth Strategy to create well-paying jobs and strengthen local economies. Strengthened Climate Plan Climate Toolkit for Housing and Infrastructure Housing and Infrastructure Project Map Follow us on X, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn Web: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada SOURCE Department of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities
