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Pollution

Student uses a pipet to extract DNA with other students looking on.

Fish Market Survey

Senior biology students use a DNA barcoding kit to test local grocery store fish samples, and discover if the fish they bought is mislabeled and part of food fraud!

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Tristan Lecompte

Environmental Program Officer

I interpret and communicate pollution data collected by the National Pollutant Release Inventory (NPRI).
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How Vehicles Pollute the Air

Learn how vehicles affect air quality, including their contribution to smog.

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Chris Murray

Associate Professor (Physics)

I teach undergraduate physics and conduct research in biopolymers and environmental technology.
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Andrea Brack

Environmental and Regulatory Team Coordinator

I lead a team of environmental professionals at a large petrochemical manufacturing facility.
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Pamela Power (she/her)

Water Resources Specialist

I provide technical review of projects that may affect water resources to ensure your community’s rights and interests are being considered and protected.
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Yetong Dong

Research Assistant/Graduate Student

I am studying to become a scientific researcher.
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Isabel Hilgendag

MSc Student (Biology)

I look for heavy metals, such as mercury, in Arctic marine animals, to ensure they are safe to eat.
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Green Careers

Discover some of the many STEM-focused careers dealing with the environment and climate change.

Frothing water

Earth Month: Water

Discover the issues surrounding water today, and learn what you can do to help.

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Viviana Ramirez-Luna (she/her)

Environmental Entrepreneur

I founded (and run) a consulting company to help businesses, communities, and organizations reduce the waste they produce
Steve Fletcher

Steve Fletcher

Managing Director

I am the Managing Director of the Automotive Recyclers of Canada.
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Let's Talk Pollution Resources

Discover a set of resources designed to get you thinking about pollution.

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7 ways Satellites Help Fight Climate Change

Discover 7 ways satellite Earth observation helps fight climate change.

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Diversity of Canada’s Marine Coastal Habitats

Learn about the plants and animals in Canada’s marine coastal habitats, and what you can do to protect them.