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Author: Anthony Michael Maio 

Rideau Review

Better toxicology tests boost protection for both human health and animal rights

A University of Ottawa scientist who recently received a prestigious national award for her work is at the forefront of a revolutionary change in research that could make lab rats a thing of the past. Dr. Carole Yauk is one of a growing number of researchers pursuing alternative testing methods amid concerns that animal experiments are too expensive, time consuming...
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Arts & Culture

Orléans arts venue moves diversity to centre stage with new collaboration

The 15th anniversary season at the Shenkman Arts Centre in Orléans features a new partnership with Axé WorldFest — an organization that empowers BIPOC artists, newcomers to Canada and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. The initiative reflects the centre’s strengthened commitment to ensuring that its annual lineup of performers includes traditionally unrepresented groups. Born and raised in Brazil and living in Canada for...