Taking concrete to solve a local problem can really be empowering when the large challenges have you feeling overwhelmed and powerless. So can connecting with like minded folks and enjoying fresh air in a . So, come out and join our annual clean-up. Or if you’re not in , consider organizing your own! I promise you’ll feel good

, why post so much about the minister and the ?

development is a major driver of in and the Provincial Policy Statement (under the Planning Act) is the source of protection for Provincially Significant . The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing is the lead Ministry for the PPS as well as policy instruments like the Plan.

Housing matters to wetlands.

I just learned about - a 3-metre square grid system that uses a 3 word address to easily and memorably precise location information globally. Very helpful for in remote locations and plans. The words are random, but coincidentally, the door to the building where our lab is based is at ///indoor.roaming.aquatic !

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I’m excited to see the final rule is up and is in!! This is important for . Credit due the important work on Geographically Isolated and their tremendous value for (lots of were involved in that too!). I’m not , but when you lie down next to an elephant 🐘 something, something.

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Attention ! @KirkwoodLab and I are excited to be hosting a session at in (May 8-12) on Mighty as . Abstract submissions for posters and oral presentations are now open

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Don’t worry, we’ll remind you in the New Year. You have until *January 27* to apply.

When we talk about , it’s important to understand that is the product of the AND the number of people who from the function. So, if a wetland slows down the flow of runoff, that’s a function, but if it does that upstream of your house during a major storm, THAT’S when it has value. Sure being near so many ppl causes stress and effects their integrity, but it also means they benefit A LOT of people. More people visit them, learn from them too!

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Today I’m remembering how hard we fought to protect on .

I’m thinking about all the other people take for granted in our urban and rural areas. They are working hard to purify and prevent , but do we adequately value them?

Today, why not tidy up your local ? Stop 🛑 that litter from becoming or harming . Bring some garbage bags and some friends and do a clean-up. It will feel amazing to actually make something better with your own hands.
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