by Cris CorbitoCris studies political science at Glendon Campus of York University. He is an alumnus of Humber Polytechnic’s General Arts and Science program. His research interests lie in the history of political thought with an emphasis on human flourishing and modernity. How can we understand the relationship between modernity and the environmental crisis weContinue reading “The St. Lawrence Seaway: Modernity and Nature”
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Pollinator Week at Humber
by Vivian Guido Vivian is the Sustainability Communications and Events assistant in Humber’s Office of Sustainability. She is an interdisciplinary environmental professional with experience in science communications, youth engagement, and sustainability education. What is Pollinator Week? Pollinator Week Canada, taking place from June 16–22, 2025, serves as a national celebration to raise awareness about theContinue reading “Pollinator Week at Humber”
Black-eyed Susan – One of Toronto’s golden gem wildflowers!
by Jannel DiasJannel is an Advertising Media Management student, learning to craft compelling campaigns that connect with audiences through various digital media channels. Her interest in sustainability sparked from a desire to incorporate eco-conscious practices into marketing. She was particularly drawn to how sustainability can be integrated into campaigns to not only raise awareness butContinue reading “Black-eyed Susan – One of Toronto’s golden gem wildflowers!”
Nature’s Teachers: Lessons in Sustainability from the Animal Kingdom
There’s a lesson in sustainability to be learned from all levels, from the tiniest squirrel to the huge elephant. These two animals, as different as night and day, play an enormous role in their respective ecosystems and further show us how destruction can give rise to new creation.
On Mother Nature
Gendering nature as a mother and a female persona enables people to ponder the intersectionality between women’s lives and nature’s struggles in a patriarchal-anthropocentric era.
Are dams truly a green energy source?
Inspired by beaver dams, dams are products of human creativity and cleverness that provide people energy and other advantages. Those mega-infrastructure projects built throughout millennia can be destructive to the environment.
The controversy behind meat
by Cris Corbito Cris is a General Arts and Science student who volunteers as a Sustainability Ambassador. He is interested in social and climate justice. As the new year and holiday celebrations are approaching, is it time to reduce our meat consumption? The controversy Meat has been part of the human diet and a stapleContinue reading “The controversy behind meat”
Being extra sustainable for the holidays!
Although we may not think about it, the holidays can be a contributing factor in the rise of household carbon emissions. The preparation of a feast, travelling, and food waste all contribute to our individual carbon footprint. Here are several ways to enjoy the holidays while employing sustainable ways of living!
When the environment and law intertwine
From extreme weather events, to rising sea levels, there are indicators that climate change is not going away. However, it is certain that legal cases protecting the environment and holding polluters accountable are on the rise.
How to become a more sustainable hiker
Fall is here, and with it comes the enchanting allure of maple leaves changing their colors. In cities like Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and Quebec City, maple leaf trails become hotspots for hikers seeking the ultimate autumn experience.