Átl’ḵa7tsem/Txwnéwu7ts/ Howe Sound is a coastal fjord ecosystem in the Salish Sea. It is a vital area to First Nation communities, providing natural resources that allowed Indigenous peoples to thrive for generations before colonization. Following colonization and years of destructive human activity, such as industrial and coastal development, efforts are currently underway by government, industry … Continued
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With more than 75% of educators agreeing that youth need more climate change education, Ocean Wise is on a mission to train educators on how best to discuss ocean health and literacy to K-12 students. Suitable for both formal and informal educators, these workshops will tie together pedagogy, conservation research, and climate change education to … Continued
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