The carbon footprint of buildings – the result of energy use for construction, maintenance and operation – accounts for about one- third of greenhouse gas emissions in Canada, and its reduction has to be one of the focal points in climate action discussions, says Thomas Mueller, president and CEO of the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC), the national organization dedicated to leading and accelerating the shift to sustainable buildings.
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Before going to sleep, in the quiet of the cabin, campers talk about their “rose, thorn and bud” of the day, and Alex Robertson always looks forward to this sharing of highlights, challenges and expectations at Camp Oochigeas (Ooch) in Muskoka, Ontario.
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Read MoreA rich tradition and legacy of philanthropy provides billions of dollars and thousands of volunteer hours for causes across the country
Since confederation 150 years ago, Canadians have earned a reputation for being caring, both at home and abroad. A landmark study by Statistics Canada in 2015 revealed that 40 per cent of Canadians consistently volunteer for charitable causes and just over 80 per cent donate money to charities annually.
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Read MoreUnder last December’s Pan-Canadian Framework on Climate Change and Clean Growth, carbon pricing will come into effect nationwide next year, making it the primary policy tool across the country for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG emissions.
But energy experts believe carbon pricing alone will not achieve the country’s 2030 emission reduction targets and needs to be combined with complementary policies including better use of electricity and natural gas to meet Canada’s energy needs.
Read MorePost-secondary institutions in Western Canada are building new bridges from the classroom to the workforce and breaking down barriers between higher education and traditionally disadvantaged communities. Through innovative programs and educational models, these institutions are playing an important role in the national effort to expand workforce participation and better prepare workers for a rapidly changing job market.
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Read MoreCross-disciplinary research shows how each individual tree contributes to urban environment’s sustainability
It is common knowledge that cutting down a large area of trees has a significant environmental impact, but many may find it surprising that cutting down just one city tree has a measurable effect on local airflow, air quality and temperature regulation.
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Read MoreCanada’s indigenous communities face a range of challenges – including access to water, housing and infrastructure – that can be tackled with engineering skills. To provide sustainable solutions, these diverse problems need to be approached with a deep understanding of each indigenous community and its specific needs, says Matthew Dunn, Indigenous Peoples Initiatives co-ordinator at the University of Saskatchewan’s College of Engineering.
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Read MoreThe proverb “Home is where the heart is” is taking on a new twist for the growing number of people who welcome animal companions into their lives. And according to new studies, people who believe that “home is where the pet is” canreap numerous benefits from opening their hearts and homes.
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Read MoreHow companies small, medium and large can support employee well-being
The workplace isn’t the place for personal problems – or so we used to think. Now, many realize that hiding issues at home is even worse for productivity. It’s why Partners for Mental Health (PFMH) developed a program that helps workplaces large and small to support a mentally healthy workforce.
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Read MoreIt’s the miraculous organ that defines the way we look to others, provides our essential sense of touch and forms a protective barrier between us and a sometimes harsh world. Doesn’t it make sense to return the kindness? A few easy, precautionary steps can save our skin from unnecessary aging – even cancer.
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Read MoreWhen Dr. Deepali Dewan speaks of some of her favourite artifacts among the Royal Ontario Museum’s (ROM) South Asian collection – one of the most extensive outside of India – it is clear she has a personal relationship with these incomparable objects.
Read MoreIntroducing the 2017 Best Workplaces in Canada, leaders in building high-trust, high-performance cultures that enhance business results, quality of work life and employee engagement for all.
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Read MoreSelf-driving cars, IBM’s Watson and ‘robo’ financial advisers are sparking conversations about the potential of innovation to change everything. In the legal sector, the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence and digital connectivity has opened up vast new potential.
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Read MoreThe good news? Mortgage interest rates are still at historical lows. But as policy-makers and the media regularly remind us, this means there is only one direction for them to move – and that is up. And this could potentially mean trouble for Canadians who have stretched their budget to own a home.
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Read MoreBuilding a greener future for Earth Days to come requires commitment from individuals, businesses and governments on actions large and small. Mobilizing the power of our investments and introducing the next generation to the importance of the natural environment are just two of many initiatives gaining momentum in the effort to take action on climate change.
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Read MoreHalf a million cars roll off the assembly lines each year at the southern Ontario plants of Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Inc. Over the last three decades, this manufacturing facility in the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence region has grown from a small plant making only 50,000 cars a year into Toyota’s second-largest factory in the world.
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Read MoreAt her installation as the chancellor of Sheridan College last year, renowned long-term former Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion said, “I think 95 is a good age to start a new job.” And why not? In a time of octogenarian triathletes and nonagenarian marathoners, it’s worth asking why it’s still a surprise when an elder chooses an active, influential life.
Read MoreAnyone who watched Alyxandria Treasure clear a 1.94-metre crossbar to advance to the high jump finals at the Rio Olympics would have seen an extraordinarily fit and healthy young woman. Understanding more about the challenges she had to overcome along the path towards this performance only deepens the appreciation for the Canadian athlete’s accomplishments.
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Read MoreIt’s now more than a quarter century since the first exchange-traded fund launched in Canada, an event many market watchers assumed signalled the beginning of an inevitable, rapid disruption of the fund industry. Surely, the thinking went, making low-cost, tax-efficient investment diversification available to Canadians everywhere on the wealth spectrum would change everything.
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Read MorePositive attitudes about the acceptability of cosmetic procedures are growing, and the technologies, products and expertise in the aesthetic enhancement field are dramatically expanding.
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