“For the Mamalilikulla First Nation, every day is Ocean Day,” says John Powell, chief councillor of the traditional land and waters of the Gwaxdlala/Nalaxdlala (Lull Bay/Hoeya Sound). “Every day is land day. Every day is sky day. Every day, we connect to our ancestors and the stories that bind us to the reason that we created an IPCA under our ancient traditional law of Aweenak’ola.”
Read MoreGold: with a production value of $12.3-billion, and 182 tonnes mined in 2020, gold is Canada’s most valuable mined commodity, and the country ranks fifth among the largest global producers. Yet in order to continue delivering strong results over the long term, the industry has to address a number of key challenges that include a shift to exploring new mining sites, delivering a strong sustainability performance and attracting new talent.
Read MoreWater plays a central role in every aspect of society, from health and food security to economic development. Disruptions to water supplies – for example, due to the floods, droughts or wildfires that happen with increasing frequency across Canada and the world – should serve as wake-up calls and inspire action.
Read MoreHealth crises tend to reveal health inequities and health-care gaps. The COVID-19 pandemic, for example, illustrated the need to make Canada’s health systems more resilient, find a way to efficiently mobilize and integrate new knowledge, and actively engage community partners, especially those representing marginalized and underserved populations.
Read MoreThe federal government has taken another step towards establishing Canada’s open banking system, selecting an experienced fintech leader to lead development of a “made-in-Canada” regime.
The Department of Finance Canada has named Abraham Tachjian the open banking lead. Mr. Tachjian has extensive experience related to open banking in Canada and internationally, as well as expertise in digital banking and law.
Read MoreEmployers responding to shifting employee priorities and values
The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to ripple through all facets of Canadian life, including the economy, technology and social norms. Transformation has also been dramatic for Canadian workers in terms of where and how they work, as well as their values and motivators related to their employment.
Read MoreAs we step into the future, we have learned that nothing is certain except change itself. The good news: when you build a great workplace for all, every organization can rise to meet the challenge of tomorrow.
Read MoreHands-on education brings many advantages and skills to students. And when the subject is a WWII Sherman tank, the lessons can get pretty interesting.
Read MoreIt seems easier to count lives that have been lost than to calculate those that have been saved. Yet in consideration of the deathly toll of infectious diseases like polio, smallpox or influenza – and the subsequent success in mitigating their impact through immunizations – the World Health Organization estimates that vaccinations save about two million to three million lives annually.
Read MoreKathy Jenkins was living on Vancouver Island in 2012 when she faced a life-threatening medical emergency – a brain aneurysm that had burst. Local clinicians quickly determined that Ms. Jenkins needed the kind of complex care that was available only at Vancouver General Hospital (VGH).
Read MoreOur overarching goal – to address climate change – is more critically important than ever. Yet recent events, such as the coronavirus pandemic and the war in Ukraine, have brought other key components of the clean economy into focus, food and energy security among them.
Read MoreIt may seem a small thing: the little plastic clip holding together your bag of bread. Yet when you consider the number of clips used in households across the country, you can imagine their cumulative impact.
Read MoreCanadian Infertility Awareness Week is a time to profile the impact of infertility, to counteract the stigma many feel and to educate Canadians on the care and treatment options.
Read MoreTwo years ago, on Earth Day 2020, 220 members of Canada’s Clean50 and 180 companies issued a call for adoption of a comprehensive “build-back-better” plan that included a strong focus on supporting the companies and innovations paving the way for a clean economy. This plan was then endorsed by 35 environmental non-governmental organizations. Today, Gavin Pitchford, Canada’s Clean50 Awards executive director and the CEO of Delta Management Group, is happy to report that progress has been made
Read MoreImagine finding yourself at a crossroads. Now picture your surroundings brimming with an incredible variety of food. From mouth-watering empanadas at Las Delicias, a Colombian eatery that fits about five customers, to Jamaican rice-and-pea dishes with jerk chicken, oxtail or salt fish at Fred's Kitchen. Then there is Tabaq, a restaurant offering Indian and Pakistani staples like vegetarian and meat stews served with long pieces of bread.
Read MoreIn family-owned businesses, balancing the interests of the business with those of the family can become complicated, and in some cases, a source of family challenges.
Read MoreCelebrating diversity and unique strengths
JoAnne (Jo) is proud of how her 25-year-old son Ivan – diagnosed with autism at age five – has built on his strengths and has come into his own.
Read MoreMore than ever, people want to know where their food comes from. This increased awareness of how food is grown and prepared can also help to spark interest in the culinary offerings available in different communities, believes Billy Alexander, director of programs, Culinary Tourism Alliance, a not-for-profit organization aiming to bridge the gap between the food and drink and travel industries.
Read MoreHow many words can you write in 10 seconds? Now, try the same activity with your non-dominant hand or without using any words containing the letter “n.”
Read MoreMore and more, consumers want to know that their food is ethically produced with minimal impact on the environment while still being affordable. Recent research confirms a growing interest of Canadians in improving the food system as a whole – with emphasis on sustainability and transparency.
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