U of M obtains major funding for First Nations research
The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) recently awarded the University of Manitoba $195,657 for the “Embodying empathy” development project, and another $199,636 over…
environment
The urban prairie pothole: doing our part
In recent years, flooding has been given a new meaning for many Manitobans. The Assiniboine River experienced a 1-in-350-year flood in 2011 and numerous flooding…
Cockroach zine fair
Local feminist and environmentalist publication Cockroach zine will be hosting a zine fair on Sept. 20-21 at Frame Arts Warehouse. Cockroach zine was created by…
Fighting for water rights in First Nation communities
On June 25 to 26 the University of Manitoba faculty of law hosted the CREATE H20 and Water Rights Conference, which focused on the struggle…
The blue green elephant
When using the word “nutrient,” we tend to speak positively. After all, were nutrients not in those pills forced on us every morning by our…
The water people
Have you ever sat down and thought about how much water you use in a day? If you live a conventional life, you probably shower,…
Engineering institutional bonds
Water is arguably the world’s most valuable resource. With threats of drought caused by climate change and the influx of industrial pollution, it is paramount…
Former energy minister bashes Hydro
Former NDP Energy Minister Tim Sale publicly criticized Manitoba Hydro for the its lack of investment in wind energy before the Public Utilities Board (PUB)…
Smells like tree spirit
An international team of researchers recently found a missing link in one of the mysteries surrounding climate change. Published in the journal Nature, the study…
Aboriginal Students Gathering at Migizii Agamik
The 2014 Aboriginal Students Gathering was held at the University of Manitoba’s Migizii Agamik building earlier this month. On Feb. 14 and 15, students discussed…