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Author: Safiyah Marhnouj

Canada

Second Backyard BioBlitz connects people with nature

This weekend the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is hosting a second straight Backyard BioBlitz which is a virtual event encouraging people to connect and take pictures of nature.  People can now register for the BioBlitz to receive instructions on how and where to submit photos and to learn about the daily themes and activities.  Photos can be uploaded on...
A graphic with multiple images of cartoon cars. A cartoon calendar and vaccine needle are in the middle of the image.
Community

Ottawa volunteers driven to help eliminate vaccination barriers

Volunteers in the Ottawa community have been working to help eliminate barriers for those booking and getting transportation to their vaccine appointments.  On July 26, the city reported that 70 per cent of Ottawa residents over age 18 have received both doses of a COVID-19 vaccine.   Still, navigating online bookings and language barriers can pose a challenge for vulnerable...
People walk through a hallway lined with digital displays of art.
Arts & Culture

Ontario artworks nominated for international award celebrating commissioned art and design

Several Ontario artworks are among those shortlisted for the prestigious CODA Awards, which celebrate commissioned art and design in interior and public spaces.  The awards are given out every year by CODAworx, a global online community that provides a platform for interior designers, artists and architects.  Alongside design prizes decided by a jury, two of the top 100 projects are...