Grace C. Visconti
Digital Journalist based in Calgary, AB, Canada.
Joined on May 10, 2011
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Kingston -
This is a 2 Part interview with Professor John Smol, (Department of Biology, Queen’s University). Part 1 has excerpts from “Legacy of a half century of Athabasca oil sands development recorded by lake ecosystems.” Questions and results are discussed
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Calgary -
“Environmental oil sands commentary - Part 2” is a continuation of questions asked of John P. Smol based on the commentary by Peter V. Hodson called “History of environmental contamination by oil extraction” about the Kurek et al (2013) oil sands.
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Vancouver -
West Coast Environmental Law Senior Lawyer Jessica Clogg explains ramifications of Bill C-45, First Nations Rights, and FIPA. Jessica provides legal and strategic support to First Nations to help protect land and resources of their territories.
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Edmonton -
In a surprising move, Environment Minister Diana McQueen announced that the Alberta government would engage the public in consultations (February 19 - March 21) province-wide on the controversial hydraulic fracking practice and water use in Alberta.
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Fort Chipewyan -
This Interview (Part 2) features a candid discussion with Chief Allan Adam of the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation. He discusses how FIPA and Bill C-45 will affect rights to quality water, First Nations Treaty rights, and the lives of ordinary citizens.
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Fort Chipewyan -
This Interview (Part 1) features a candid discussion with Chief Allan Adam of the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation. He discusses the Idle No More grassroots movement, FIPA, Bill C-45, and how people should unite to challenge the environmental law changes.
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Edmonton -
Idle No More continues with First Nations, environmental groups, social activist groups, and concerned Canadians protesting the contentious Bill C-45 that will severely compromise the environmental protection of our lakes, rivers, and streams in Canada.
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Calgary -
On January 11, 2013, Prime Minister Stephen Harper will meet with First Nations leaders to discuss treaty, Aboriginal rights, and economic development. First Nation Leaders demanded this meeting that was inspired by the grassroots movement Idle No More.
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Calgary -
Living in Calgary, Alberta Canada gives one a new appreciation of nature and wildlife. There are many places for locals, visitors, photography enthusiasts, and professionals to take photos of wildlife in this visually rich spectacular region of Canada.
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Calgary -
As the controversial Canada-China Investment Treaty may become a reality, Ecojustice, one of Canada’s foremost independent non-profit organizations, encourages passionate Canadians to support the environmental integrity of Canada.
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Calgary -
The NEXEN takeover by China National Offshore Oil Corp has been given a 30 day extension and may be extended again as opposition continues to grow from all factions with the exception of investors and the energy sector.
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Calgary -
The battle between Alberta and British Columbia over the Northern Gateway pipeline project intensifies and continues with no sign of it letting up as Premiers Alison Redford and Christy Clark have a ‘frosty’ meeting in Calgary, Alberta.
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Calgary -
The Enbridge Northern Gateway hearings resumed on Tuesday, September 4th as Calgary-based Enbridge and the Alberta Government prepare to convince Canadians that the 6 billion dollar pipeline is important to Canada’s economy.
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Calgary -
The 3rd Annual Canadian Water Summit was held in Calgary, Alberta Canada on June 28th at the TELUS Spark new Science Centre. The focus was on the Water-Food-Energy NEXUS and the suggestion for all Canadians to participate in a national dialogue on water.
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Calgary -
On Friday June 22, the Calgary based Merchant Law Group LLP served Plains Midstream Canada with a class action lawsuit for the oil spill near Sundre on June 7, 2012. The lawsuit cites damage done to personal property and the decline in value.
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Oil spill from a Plains Midstream Canada pipeline, contaminates Jackson Creek and oozes into the Red Deer River and Gleniffer Lake and Reservoir. The 3,000 barrels of light sour crude oil stench seeped into the homes of residents who reported the spill.
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Calgary -
The Pembina Institute responds to the federal Environmental Emergencies Program cutbacks and consolidation that may compromise environmental emergency responses in future oil spill disasters.
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On April 22, 2012, Earth Day will be celebrated worldwide. This is an event and cause that is growing exponentially every year by people of all ages and cultures to give thanks for our home – Planet Earth.
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Calgary -
World Water Day is celebrated on March 22, 2012 across the world. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations coordinates world Water Day 2012 and this year the theme is Water and Food Security: The World is Thirsty Because We are Hungry.
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Calgary -
The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) will be hosting the AFN Water Conference on March 6-7, 2012 and the Water Rights special session, co-hosted by the Confederacy of Treaty 6 First Nations, on March 5, 2012 at the Marriott Edmonton River Cree Resort.
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