Twelve ways to build community - David Suzuki Foundation
2. Host a clothing and/or toy swap. Clothing and toy swaps prevent clutter, curb consumption, build community and are fun for everyone! Choose toys that are age-appropriate and easily washed. (Exclude your favourites and delicates.)
Reflections on a lifetime of scientific discovery
Feb 8, 2024 · I was trained to be a scientist. A book I cowrote with Tony Griffiths became the most widely used genetics text in the United States. But as I was beginning my career in Canada, I was struck by the priorities of newspapers and television. Whole sections and programs were devoted to politics, business, sports and celebrity, with columns on astrology and bridge.
Top 10 things you can do about climate change - David Suzuki …
1. Urge government to take bold, ambitious climate action now. In 2021, top climate scientists issued a “code red for humanity,” warning that this is our last chance to implement the transformational changes necessary to keep warming below 1.5 C and avoid the most dangerous impacts of climate chaos. Canada’s climate targets are …
Make every drop count: Water conservation tips
Water conservation is not just an individual responsibility; it's a collective effort that can have substantial benefits for the environment. These simple yet effective tips will help you reduce water use at home, outdoors and when travelling.
Canada’s carbon pricing (a.k.a. “carbon tax”) explained
Pricing carbon emissions through a carbon tax is one of the most powerful incentives that governments have to encourage companies and households to pollute less by investing in cleaner technologies and adopting greener practices.. Unfortunately, carbon pricing in Canada is subject to misconceptions. Here we answer several common questions about carbon prices, how they work, their benefits and ...
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Canadian charitable number: BN 127756716RR0001 US charitable number: 94-3204049 The David Suzuki Foundation acknowledges Indigenous Peoples throughout Canada, including First Nations, Inuit and Métis — more than 900,000 people living in around 630 Indigenous communities and in cities and towns across these lands.
Is borax safe? - David Suzuki Foundation
To disinfect: Use food-grade hydrogen peroxide (three per cent) in a spray bottle. Spray on hard surfaces and wipe clean. Rub half a lemon on a dirty cutting board, then wipe clean.(Add salt for extra cleaning power.) Place the other half in a bowl, microwave for one minute then use it to rub down the inside of your microwave.
The Dirty Dozen: Sodium Laureth Sulfate - David Suzuki Foundation
Regulatory Status. Ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane are prohibited on Health Canada’s Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist. However, the Hotlist does not control for the presence of these chemicals as contaminants. 1,4-dioxane was recently assessed under the government’s Chemicals Management Plan but Health Canada and Environment Canada concluded that the chemical did not meet the legal definition of ...
What is Land Back? - David Suzuki Foundation
Land Back is an Indigenous-led movement that means different things to different people. Watch these videos to begin establishing a shared understanding and a foundation for moving forward together. Let’s open the door to wider conversations about the history and future of land governance in Canada.
Salmon: What to eat and what to avoid - David Suzuki Foundation
Use SeaChoice’s Seafood progress platform to check what initiatives your grocer (click the “Initiative” button on the grocer’s overview page) and seafood brands are taking or not on farmed salmon and sustainable seafood in general.. Ask your restaurant about the salmon they serve. Look for the Ocean Wise symbol on menus and use their salmon guide.