Royal Haskoning is looking for students with inspiring, innovative
ideas and creative solutions to adapt the deltas of the world to
climate change. Registration closes 1 April 2008. Submission period 1 April to 1 August 2008. Award ceremony November 2008. Prizes: Team competition first prize EUR 10,000 (approximately $14,800 CAD), Individual competition first prize EUR
5,000 (approximately $7,400 CAD). The best papers will be published.
Visit http://jnewma01.typepad.com/guelphecology/2008/01/deltacompetitio.html
for more information.
Monday, February 18, 2008
National Security and the Environment in the 21st Century
The Royal Military College of Canada (RMC) extends an invitation to 40
civilian undergraduates to participate with 40 RMC Officer Cadets in an
interdisciplinary symposium exploring the implications for national
security of the unfolding environmental crisis. In the 21st century,
competition over scarce resources and continuing global warming,
desertification, overpopulation, pollution, and social, racial, and
gender inequities require exploration into how these phenomena might
impact the security of future generations of Canadians. Further
details available at the www.rmc.ca
When: 27-29 March 2008
Where: Royal Military College of Canada, Kingston, Ontario.
civilian undergraduates to participate with 40 RMC Officer Cadets in an
interdisciplinary symposium exploring the implications for national
security of the unfolding environmental crisis. In the 21st century,
competition over scarce resources and continuing global warming,
desertification, overpopulation, pollution, and social, racial, and
gender inequities require exploration into how these phenomena might
impact the security of future generations of Canadians. Further
details available at the www.rmc.ca
When: 27-29 March 2008
Where: Royal Military College of Canada, Kingston, Ontario.
New York State of the Planet Conference ‘08
The State of the Planet Conference assesses the state of global
natural and human systems in order to identify those factors central
to achieving sustainable development. The conference brings together
insights from the world's most influential and innovative thinkers in
a wide range of academic fields, including the earth sciences,
engineering sciences, biological sciences, health sciences, and social
sciences, with those from opinion leaders in the media, government and
the policy community. The conference runs Thursday and Friday, March
27 and 28, 2008 in New York, New York at Columbia University. The
conference is free and open to the registered public. Visit
http://www.earth.columbia.edu/sop2008/ for more details.
natural and human systems in order to identify those factors central
to achieving sustainable development. The conference brings together
insights from the world's most influential and innovative thinkers in
a wide range of academic fields, including the earth sciences,
engineering sciences, biological sciences, health sciences, and social
sciences, with those from opinion leaders in the media, government and
the policy community. The conference runs Thursday and Friday, March
27 and 28, 2008 in New York, New York at Columbia University. The
conference is free and open to the registered public. Visit
http://www.earth.columbia.edu/sop2008/ for more details.
Withinsight 2008
Join 150 undergraduate students from across the nation for withinsight’s
10th Anniversary!!!
Held in Canada’s Capital at the Chateau Laurier!
March 13th – 16th, 2008
withinsight is a national conference that assembles post-secondary
students of diverse backgrounds to promote both discussions and solutions
regarding current Canadian issues. Students have the opportunity to
collaborate with national leaders from across the public, private, and
non-profit sectors.
Focusing on "Leaders of the Wired World", withinsight 2008 exposes
challenges that the next generation of Canadian leaders will encounter. In
March, presentation and discussion sessions will revolve around the topics
of technology and its effect on E-Commerce and Communication, Privacy,
Environment, and Youth.
Find out more or APPLY for withinsight at
www.withinsight.ca
If you have any questions email Jenn Mansell at director@withinsight.ca
10th Anniversary!!!
Held in Canada’s Capital at the Chateau Laurier!
March 13th – 16th, 2008
withinsight is a national conference that assembles post-secondary
students of diverse backgrounds to promote both discussions and solutions
regarding current Canadian issues. Students have the opportunity to
collaborate with national leaders from across the public, private, and
non-profit sectors.
Focusing on "Leaders of the Wired World", withinsight 2008 exposes
challenges that the next generation of Canadian leaders will encounter. In
March, presentation and discussion sessions will revolve around the topics
of technology and its effect on E-Commerce and Communication, Privacy,
Environment, and Youth.
Find out more or APPLY for withinsight at
www.withinsight.ca
If you have any questions email Jenn Mansell at director@withinsight.ca
Upwind Downwind Conference: Climate Change & Healthy Cities
The 5th biennial Upwind Downwind Conference: Climate Change & Healthy Cities is coming.
February 25th and 26th, 2008 at the Hamilton Convention Centre in Hamilton Ontario, Canada.
This is an important information-sharing forum on air quality and climate change improvement and research that draws hundreds of participants from Canada and the United States.
The four theme areas for the 2 day conference are: (1) Air Quality, Climate Change and Public Health (2) Urban and Transportation Planning, (3) The Science of Climate Change, and (4) Climate Change and Local Partnerships. The Conference will focus on the linkages between air quality, climate change and integrated planning (land use, transportation, and infrastructure), as well as, best practices for improving air quality and addressing climate change.
The Conference provides the latest information on air quality and climate change issues, health impacts of air pollution, environmental best practices and practical information to assist decision makers, public health officials, planners, environmental managers, academics, students and community groups.
Opportunities for university and college students and professors to attend.
Professors $300 for two days
University/College NGOs $80
Students $30 for two days
For up to date conference information and on-line registration please visit: http://www.cleanair.hamilton.ca/updown/udconf.asp
Additional events of interest to university and college professors and students:
FREE public talk on Monday February 25th, 2008 7 pm at the Hamilton Convention Center entitled“Walking and Bicycling: Creating a Great Healthy City of Hamilton” featuring Gil Penalosa. Gil is a global thinker with various work experiences in Canada and Latin America in fields related to parks, recreation, urban planning, and active transportation.
FREE Clean Air Fair for the public and attendees that provides an opportunity to see and learn what local groups and sponsors are doing to address air quality and climate change and how to get involved.
February 25th and 26th, 2008 at the Hamilton Convention Centre in Hamilton Ontario, Canada.
This is an important information-sharing forum on air quality and climate change improvement and research that draws hundreds of participants from Canada and the United States.
The four theme areas for the 2 day conference are: (1) Air Quality, Climate Change and Public Health (2) Urban and Transportation Planning, (3) The Science of Climate Change, and (4) Climate Change and Local Partnerships. The Conference will focus on the linkages between air quality, climate change and integrated planning (land use, transportation, and infrastructure), as well as, best practices for improving air quality and addressing climate change.
The Conference provides the latest information on air quality and climate change issues, health impacts of air pollution, environmental best practices and practical information to assist decision makers, public health officials, planners, environmental managers, academics, students and community groups.
Opportunities for university and college students and professors to attend.
Professors $300 for two days
University/College NGOs $80
Students $30 for two days
For up to date conference information and on-line registration please visit: http://www.cleanair.hamilton.ca/updown/udconf.asp
Additional events of interest to university and college professors and students:
FREE public talk on Monday February 25th, 2008 7 pm at the Hamilton Convention Center entitled“Walking and Bicycling: Creating a Great Healthy City of Hamilton” featuring Gil Penalosa. Gil is a global thinker with various work experiences in Canada and Latin America in fields related to parks, recreation, urban planning, and active transportation.
FREE Clean Air Fair for the public and attendees that provides an opportunity to see and learn what local groups and sponsors are doing to address air quality and climate change and how to get involved.
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
22nd Annual Toxicology Symposium
TOXSA Presents:
The 22nd Annual Toxicology Symposium on March 1, 2008. The title of this year's symposium is:
Urban Cocktail: Implications of Unsafe Water
We have four great speakers coming to talk about all aspects of water quality.
- Ms. Michele Giddings, who will be talking about water policy and guidelines
- Dr. Mark Servos, who will be presenting on environmental estrogens
- Dr. Linda Dodds, whose research deals with fetal development following exposure to
disinfection by-products
- Dr. Ron Hofmann, who will detail tap water and treatment options
Tickets are only TEN DOLLARS for students, 15 for all others and can be purchased
starting February 12, 2008 at the CBS Office room 1502 SCIE, or at TOXSA meetings on
Wednesdays at 5:30 in SCIE 1508. Also - Tues, Feb 12 and 26 we will be selling tickets in the CBS Student Lounge from 11-1PM. Last day to buy tickets is WED, FEB 27, 2008.
The symposium is a daylong, formal event, light breakfast and lunch included. This is a great opportunity to network with people dealing with water research, as well to gain an understanding of the broad aspects of water toxicology.
Please contact toxsa@uoguelph.ca for more information and we hope to see you there!
The 22nd Annual Toxicology Symposium on March 1, 2008. The title of this year's symposium is:
Urban Cocktail: Implications of Unsafe Water
We have four great speakers coming to talk about all aspects of water quality.
- Ms. Michele Giddings, who will be talking about water policy and guidelines
- Dr. Mark Servos, who will be presenting on environmental estrogens
- Dr. Linda Dodds, whose research deals with fetal development following exposure to
disinfection by-products
- Dr. Ron Hofmann, who will detail tap water and treatment options
Tickets are only TEN DOLLARS for students, 15 for all others and can be purchased
starting February 12, 2008 at the CBS Office room 1502 SCIE, or at TOXSA meetings on
Wednesdays at 5:30 in SCIE 1508. Also - Tues, Feb 12 and 26 we will be selling tickets in the CBS Student Lounge from 11-1PM. Last day to buy tickets is WED, FEB 27, 2008.
The symposium is a daylong, formal event, light breakfast and lunch included. This is a great opportunity to network with people dealing with water research, as well to gain an understanding of the broad aspects of water toxicology.
Please contact toxsa@uoguelph.ca for more information and we hope to see you there!
2nd Annual Environment and Business Conference
The 2nd Annual Environment and Business Conference will be held at the University of Waterloo on March 26, 2008. The following speakers will be featured at this year's conference: Dr. Thomas Homer-Dixon, Tim Jackson (Tech Capital) and Marc Stoiber (Change Adverterising). The conference will also feature panel discussions and workshops aimed at providing an interactive forum where delegates can build knowledge and inspiration for improving sustainability in business. Don't miss this opportunity to network with business and community leaders of today and tomorrow!
There are several ways for your organization to get involved in this exciting opportunity. I invite you to learn more about the conference by viewing our overview package here or by visiting our website at www.ebconference.ca.
There are several ways for your organization to get involved in this exciting opportunity. I invite you to learn more about the conference by viewing our overview package here or by visiting our website at www.ebconference.ca.
Monday, February 11, 2008
WindENG
WindENG, the wind energy design competition for high school students is taking place again this year. On April 22, approximately 200 high school students will be coming to campus with their wind turbines to compete. While they’re here, we’d like to show them a bit of the university and what goes on here. So, we need your help! We are looking for volunteers to help with the following things:
- Team Leaders: Act as a guide for teams
- Research Displays: Make a poster or display on your research and discuss it with students
- Club Displays: Have a display for students
- Hands-on Activities: Develop and/or supervise hands-on activities related to the environment or green alternatives
- Presenters for Short Discussion Panels and Q&A sessions on the following topics:
o University Life: Q&A Session with Students
o Academic Success in University: Presentation/Q&A with a Professor, TA and Student Panel
o The Co-op Experience – Presentations and Q&A
- Other workshops
- Runners: Help with what is needed
We are also open to other ideas.
Please contact Jennifer Fender (jfender@uoguelph.ca / ext. 53674) or Andrea Woon Fat (woonfata@uoguelph.ca / ext. 52436) to volunteer or to find out more. We are able to cover the cost of producing posters and supplies for hands-on activities. Funding to develop a more in-depth activity or display is also possible.
- Team Leaders: Act as a guide for teams
- Research Displays: Make a poster or display on your research and discuss it with students
- Club Displays: Have a display for students
- Hands-on Activities: Develop and/or supervise hands-on activities related to the environment or green alternatives
- Presenters for Short Discussion Panels and Q&A sessions on the following topics:
o University Life: Q&A Session with Students
o Academic Success in University: Presentation/Q&A with a Professor, TA and Student Panel
o The Co-op Experience – Presentations and Q&A
- Other workshops
- Runners: Help with what is needed
We are also open to other ideas.
Please contact Jennifer Fender (jfender@uoguelph.ca / ext. 53674) or Andrea Woon Fat (woonfata@uoguelph.ca / ext. 52436) to volunteer or to find out more. We are able to cover the cost of producing posters and supplies for hands-on activities. Funding to develop a more in-depth activity or display is also possible.
Shell Conservation Internship Program
Region: Ontario
London, Guelph & Thunder Bay
Position Title: SUMMER FIELD TECHNICIAN
Number of Positions: 3
The Shell Conservation Internship Program is a partnership initiative
between the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) and Shell Canada Limited
to provide university/college students with practical experience in the
conservation field. Launched in 2002, the Shell Conservation Internship
Program will, in 2008, engage 18 students from across Canada in
stewardship and management work on NCC properties, and in other
career-related activities that advance the work of NCC. This partnership
builds on the successful history of Shell Canada and NCC working
together to conserve many of our country's most important natural
places.
The Summer Field Technicians will assist in the implementation of the
stewardship and management program for significant natural lands
protected by NCC in Ontario, by working closely with NCC staff, partner
conservation organizations, and local stewards and volunteers.
Specific Responsibilities
* Collection of site data on select NCC protected natural areas
for inclusion in management plans and monitoring activities (e.g., site
boundaries, maps, biological inventories, threats etc.),
* Implementation of management and restoration recommendations on
NCC protected natural areas (e.g. Vegetation monitoring, invasive
species removal etc); and
* Assist in the development and writing of Property Management
Plans and Easement Baseline Documents.
Skills and Abilities
This posting is targeted to students possessing the following skills:
* Experience/knowledge compiling information on natural areas,
including land tenure, natural features, threats etc.;
* Excellent plant and vegetation community identification skills;
* Experience/knowledge implementing solutions to management issues
on conservation lands;
* Excellent written and oral communication skills;
* Highly motivated, analytical and detail oriented; creative,
pro-active thinker;
* Ability to work well within team structure;
* Proficient with word processing, desktop publishing, and
spreadsheet software;
* Demonstrated interest in environmental issues, preferably in
natural history and land conservation;
* Valid class "G" driver's licence;
* Experience working with volunteers;
* Experience/knowledge of the Ecological Land Classification for
Southern Ontario and Ontario Natural Heritage Information Centre
databases would be an asset.
Terms of Employment
* This is a full-time 16-week (May 12th - August 29th) position.
Salary is $14.00/hour ($490/week).
* Positions are based in London, Guelph and Thunder Bay, but
require the ability to travel to and into field sites.
* Position will require travel throughout the province of Ontario,
and overnights away from London, Guelph and Thunder Bay. Travel expenses
will be reimbursed.
* Please indicate the location that you are applying to.
* Shell Conservation Internship Program positions are open to
university or college students in the environmental sciences (currently
enrolled or graduated within the past six months). Applicants must be
eligible to work in Canada.
Applications
A cover letter (2-page maximum) should accompany resumes. Electronic
submissions should include a cover letter and resume combined in one
document.
Interested applicants should forward their cover letter and resume to:
Stewardship Manager - Ontario Region
The Nature Conservancy of Canada
Reference position title: "ON - Field Technician"
Closing date: January 31, 2008
Email: ontario@natureconservancy.ca
NCC is a non-profit, non-advocacy organization that takes a
business-like approach to preserving Canada's natural heritage. Our
focus is on conservation through private action, and we have a strong
track record of partnering with individuals, corporations, community
groups, conservation groups and government bodies to create win-win
solutions that benefit nature.
London, Guelph & Thunder Bay
Position Title: SUMMER FIELD TECHNICIAN
Number of Positions: 3
The Shell Conservation Internship Program is a partnership initiative
between the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) and Shell Canada Limited
to provide university/college students with practical experience in the
conservation field. Launched in 2002, the Shell Conservation Internship
Program will, in 2008, engage 18 students from across Canada in
stewardship and management work on NCC properties, and in other
career-related activities that advance the work of NCC. This partnership
builds on the successful history of Shell Canada and NCC working
together to conserve many of our country's most important natural
places.
The Summer Field Technicians will assist in the implementation of the
stewardship and management program for significant natural lands
protected by NCC in Ontario, by working closely with NCC staff, partner
conservation organizations, and local stewards and volunteers.
Specific Responsibilities
* Collection of site data on select NCC protected natural areas
for inclusion in management plans and monitoring activities (e.g., site
boundaries, maps, biological inventories, threats etc.),
* Implementation of management and restoration recommendations on
NCC protected natural areas (e.g. Vegetation monitoring, invasive
species removal etc); and
* Assist in the development and writing of Property Management
Plans and Easement Baseline Documents.
Skills and Abilities
This posting is targeted to students possessing the following skills:
* Experience/knowledge compiling information on natural areas,
including land tenure, natural features, threats etc.;
* Excellent plant and vegetation community identification skills;
* Experience/knowledge implementing solutions to management issues
on conservation lands;
* Excellent written and oral communication skills;
* Highly motivated, analytical and detail oriented; creative,
pro-active thinker;
* Ability to work well within team structure;
* Proficient with word processing, desktop publishing, and
spreadsheet software;
* Demonstrated interest in environmental issues, preferably in
natural history and land conservation;
* Valid class "G" driver's licence;
* Experience working with volunteers;
* Experience/knowledge of the Ecological Land Classification for
Southern Ontario and Ontario Natural Heritage Information Centre
databases would be an asset.
Terms of Employment
* This is a full-time 16-week (May 12th - August 29th) position.
Salary is $14.00/hour ($490/week).
* Positions are based in London, Guelph and Thunder Bay, but
require the ability to travel to and into field sites.
* Position will require travel throughout the province of Ontario,
and overnights away from London, Guelph and Thunder Bay. Travel expenses
will be reimbursed.
* Please indicate the location that you are applying to.
* Shell Conservation Internship Program positions are open to
university or college students in the environmental sciences (currently
enrolled or graduated within the past six months). Applicants must be
eligible to work in Canada.
Applications
A cover letter (2-page maximum) should accompany resumes. Electronic
submissions should include a cover letter and resume combined in one
document.
Interested applicants should forward their cover letter and resume to:
Stewardship Manager - Ontario Region
The Nature Conservancy of Canada
Reference position title: "ON - Field Technician"
Closing date: January 31, 2008
Email: ontario@natureconservancy.ca
NCC is a non-profit, non-advocacy organization that takes a
business-like approach to preserving Canada's natural heritage. Our
focus is on conservation through private action, and we have a strong
track record of partnering with individuals, corporations, community
groups, conservation groups and government bodies to create win-win
solutions that benefit nature.
GRCA Planning Research Assistant
Planning Research Assistant
Department: Source Protection Program/Planning
Location: Head Office
Job Level: Student
Term: May 5 to August 29, 2008
Job Reference: PR01
Job Overview
The Planning Research Assistant is responsible for researching, comparing and interpreting local municipal official plan policies for the Grand River Conservation Authority Resource Planning and Source Protection Programs. The position reports to the Source Protection Program Coordinator.
Specific Accountabilities
1. Update the GRCA inventory of municipal official plan documents for municipalities in the Lake Erie Source Protection Region.
2. Research, analyze and compare official plan policies for surface water and groundwater protection, natural hazard and natural heritage areas for municipalities in the Lake Erie Source Protection Region.
3. Research, analyze and compare official plan land use designations for municipalities in the Lake Erie Source Protection Region.
4. Document findings of research and prepare or present reports relative to the functions mentioned.
5. Work with Geomatics staff to organize findings into a database.
Technical Requirements
1. Senior undergraduate or postgraduate student in a degree program in Planning, Geography or a related discipline.
2. Must be able to read, comprehend and interpret municipal official plan policies and land use designations.
3. Experience in research and analysis of municipal official plans and land use policies.
4. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
5. Valid Ontario driver’s license.
WORK PERIOD: May 5, 2008 to August 29, 2008
REMUNERATION: $12 to $15 per hour, 35 hours per week
Desired Staffing Date: 5 May 2007
For consideration, forward your detailed resume outlining how your skills and abilities match the requirements set above, by February 8, 2008, 4:00 pm.
Careers (careers@grandriver.ca)
Grand River Conservation Authority
400 Clyde Road
P.O. Box 729
Cambridge, Ontario N1R 5W6
Fax: (519)-621-9934
We thank you for your interest, however only candidates under consideration will be contacted. GRAND RIVER CONSERVATION AUTHORITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Department: Source Protection Program/Planning
Location: Head Office
Job Level: Student
Term: May 5 to August 29, 2008
Job Reference: PR01
Job Overview
The Planning Research Assistant is responsible for researching, comparing and interpreting local municipal official plan policies for the Grand River Conservation Authority Resource Planning and Source Protection Programs. The position reports to the Source Protection Program Coordinator.
Specific Accountabilities
1. Update the GRCA inventory of municipal official plan documents for municipalities in the Lake Erie Source Protection Region.
2. Research, analyze and compare official plan policies for surface water and groundwater protection, natural hazard and natural heritage areas for municipalities in the Lake Erie Source Protection Region.
3. Research, analyze and compare official plan land use designations for municipalities in the Lake Erie Source Protection Region.
4. Document findings of research and prepare or present reports relative to the functions mentioned.
5. Work with Geomatics staff to organize findings into a database.
Technical Requirements
1. Senior undergraduate or postgraduate student in a degree program in Planning, Geography or a related discipline.
2. Must be able to read, comprehend and interpret municipal official plan policies and land use designations.
3. Experience in research and analysis of municipal official plans and land use policies.
4. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
5. Valid Ontario driver’s license.
WORK PERIOD: May 5, 2008 to August 29, 2008
REMUNERATION: $12 to $15 per hour, 35 hours per week
Desired Staffing Date: 5 May 2007
For consideration, forward your detailed resume outlining how your skills and abilities match the requirements set above, by February 8, 2008, 4:00 pm.
Careers (careers@grandriver.ca)
Grand River Conservation Authority
400 Clyde Road
P.O. Box 729
Cambridge, Ontario N1R 5W6
Fax: (519)-621-9934
We thank you for your interest, however only candidates under consideration will be contacted. GRAND RIVER CONSERVATION AUTHORITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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