May 1, 2018 (7:00pm) - Vancouver Aquarium

Hosted by: Nicole Straughan

Presentation by Mathilde Gordon and Lucy Graham from Passage Adventures. They will kayak from Juneau, Alaska to Vancouver Island, Canada. They want to experience new places, take on the elements, connect with nature,...

May 5, 2018 (09:00 - 10:30) - Rockliffe Pavillion

Hosted by: Erica Angers

Pump up your bike tires and join me for this year’s Jane’s Walk … on a bike! Our ride—on dedicated bike paths—will start at the Rockcliffe Pavilion on the Ottawa River, continue to the Rideau Falls, and end at the Adawe Crossing over the Rideau River at the former Rideau Tennis Club. Along the way, we will be joined by three special expert guests who will remind us of the key roles the...

May 5, 2018 (10:00 - 11:30) - Montgomery's Inn

Hosted by: Erica Angers

We will explore its flora, fauna, ecology, indigenous peoples and its local history. We will end at Montgomery’s Inn Museum.

https://www.facebook.com/events/207992923129443/

May 5, 2018 (10:00 - 12:00) - Davenport and Spadina - at the food of Baldwin Steps

Hosted by: Erica Angers

We will explore historic and current land use along the ridge above Davenport between Spadina & Dufferin. Excellent city views. Who were the first peoples to live in this area? Who were some of the early movers and shakers in Toronto? What was the origin of Wychwood Park and Tollkeeper’s Cottage? Walkers encouraged to add to our growing list of facts! Walk includes a rest stop at the...

May 5, 2018 (19:00 - 21:00) - Northeast Swale - Range Road 3050

Hosted by: Erica Angers

Description:This is the 3rd Annual Jane's Walk at the Northeast Swale. The Swale is an ancient post-glacial channel scar of the South Saskatchewan River and provides an unique assortment of wetlands and native prairie complexes that is home to a wide array of plants and animals. Join local conservationists from Meewasin, Saskatoon Nature Society, Saskatchewan Light Pollution...

May 6, 2018 (03:00 - 04:30) - Lion's Beach Park

Hosted by: Erica Angers

When an urban river has been buried in a pipe for 45 years, bringing it back to the surface ("daylighting") is no walk in the park. We'll learn what it took for part of the Sawmill River to see the light of day (Phase 1), and what it will take to finish the job (Phase 2).
This is a rare chance to hear all about it, from those who know it best: Halifax Water, Fisheries & Oceans Canada, the...

May 6, 2018 (10:30 - 12:30) - Abinan Park, beside 835 rue Jacques-Cartier

Hosted by: Erica Angers

Floods, demonstrations, and 7,000 years of human settlement along rue Jacques Cartier. Stroll through local history and the potential for Reconciliation between Indigenous peoples and the City government. Come explore and witness the challenges Urban Indigenous people still face with Gatineau's urban planners along a beautiful street. This local gem welcomes sightseers, runners, and...

May 6, 2018 (12:30 - 01:30) - Petrie Island Nature Centre, north end of Trim rd

Hosted by: Erica Angers

This year's walk on Petrie Island will focus on the turtles living here and the work being done to protect turtle habitat on the island and in the surrounding wetlands. We'll be viewing basking turtles and turtle nesting sites.

http://www.janeswalkottawa.ca/walks/19742

May 9, 2018 (06:00 - 07:30) - South-east corner of Queen's Quay West and Bathurst St - look for purple umbrella

Hosted by: Erica Angers

A walk by the water makes a summer’s day even better. Learn about the evolution of the Queen’s Quay area, from its industrial and commercial origins to the recent revitalization. This walk is free and registration is not required – just show up. It takes place rain or shine. The May 9 walk is given in English and French. ROMWalks is organized by the Royal Ontario Museum’s Department of...

May 9, 2018 (19:00 - 21:30) - Bytowne Cinema

Hosted by: Erica Angers

Ecology Ottawa, Green Screen and the Sandy Hill Community Health Centre, along with other partner organizations, are coordinating a free film screening followed by a panel discussion about climate change and how we can address it. Panelists will speak to their own experience with environmental organizing and strive to connect the struggle of the indigenous people in the film...

May 10, 2018 (9:00am - 11:30am) - Campus View Room, Cadboro Commons Building

Hosted by: Nicole Straughan

As a researcher or practitioner in British Columbia, you have likely been asked to communicate about climate issues and their solutions. But how well are you connecting with your time-starved audiences?

Join ICLEI Canada and the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS) as we present a workshop to help participants overcome common...

May 13, 2018 - Montreal

Hosted by: Nicole Straughan

For information on registration, abstract submission and themes visit the conference website

May 16, 2018 (6:00pm) - Port Morien Sandbar

Hosted by: Nicole Straughan

Greetings Ocean Lovers!

Ceilidh Area Girl Guides will be having a Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup at the Port Morien Sandbar on Wednesday, May 16th at 6:00pm and we will need all the help we can get to remove waste on our beautiful beach. Cleanup supplies are being provided by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality and the Port Morien Pathfinders will be running the...

May 20, 2018 (00:01 - 23:59) - Haida Gwaii

Hosted by: Nicole Straughan

10 day Ocean Health Service expedition in Haida Gwaii.