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Record-Breaking Rain in Edmonton
Jennifer Chen Jennifer Chen

Record-Breaking Rain in Edmonton

What a rainy season it's been here in Alberta! It's all anyone in the Edmonton area seems to be talking about. And with many affected by flooded basements, road closures, and emergency water supply alerts, it's no wonder.

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Tracking Niagara's Changing Shorelines with VAST
Kyle Chuckry Kyle Chuckry

Tracking Niagara's Changing Shorelines with VAST

With Summer in full swing, there is no better time to be out by the beach and cooling off on these hot summer days. White you stroll along the shore, why not consider a quick and easy way to interact with, and learn about the waters near you?

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Wildfires and Water Quality
Heather Patterson Heather Patterson

Wildfires and Water Quality

With fires burning across the Great Lakes watershed, and smoke shrouding most of Ontario and Quebec, the impacts of wildfires are pertinent to us now more than ever.

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Finding Relief in Blue Spaces During a Heat Wave
Danica Abrams Danica Abrams

Finding Relief in Blue Spaces During a Heat Wave

As temperatures continue to rise this summer, many people are looking for ways to cool off. Indoor community spaces and cooling centers are often promoted as spaces to escape the heat. However, many of our cities and communities have their own natural cooling systems - blue spaces.

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Meet the Summer Squad
Danica Abrams Danica Abrams

Meet the Summer Squad

Introducing the 2026 summer staff! Each year, we bring on a dedicated team of summer staff to make the most of the warm weather and help make what we do possible.

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