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APTN Features: One River Many Relations

Posted by: Jonathan November 10, 2014 Comments Off on APTN Features: One River Many Relations
APTN Features: One River Many Relations
APTN's InFocus features the Environmental and Human Health Implications of Athabasca Oil Sands health study that links environmental contaminants, from regional development like the oilsands, with the degrading health of local communities.
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“Clear and Worrisome” Fort Chipewyan Health Report Going Public Monday

Posted by: Michael Tyas July 3, 2014 Comments Off on “Clear and Worrisome” Fort Chipewyan Health Report Going Public Monday
“Clear and Worrisome” Fort Chipewyan Health Report Going Public Monday
Residents of Fort Chipewyan have long voiced their concerns about fast-escalating cancer rates, which most in the community directly attribute to upstream Oil Sands development. While still negotiating with the government for an extensive baseline health study, the community decided to take matters into their own hands and conduct their own health study with the input of University of Manitoba environmental health researcher, Dr. Stéphane McLachlan.
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‘As Long As The Rivers Flow’ Conference Features World Class Heavy Hitters for Environment and Justice

Posted by: Sheldon May 27, 2014 Comments Off on ‘As Long As The Rivers Flow’ Conference Features World Class Heavy Hitters for Environment and Justice
‘As Long As The Rivers Flow’ Conference Features World Class Heavy Hitters for Environment and Justice
With a stacked line-up of big name guest speakers, organizers are hoping the conference will open "a conversation with Canadians about the current state of treaty relationships, and how we can move forward together, understanding our respective obligations.”
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Video: Moose Lake: Home and Refuge

Posted by: Jonathan September 24, 2013 Comments Off on Video: Moose Lake: Home and Refuge
Video: Moose Lake: Home and Refuge
Moose Lake: home and refuge from Fort McKay on Vimeo. Moose Lake is one of the few remaining refuges for Fort McKay residents and surrounding First Nations. Moose Lake is a natural haven where community members are able to practice...
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Results of Biomonitoring Project 2011-2012

Posted by: Jonathan September 24, 2013 Comments Off on Results of Biomonitoring Project 2011-2012
Results of Biomonitoring Project 2011-2012
Recently, many residents of Fort Chipewyan have expressed concern about changes in the environment and in the health of animals and people. In June 2011 the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation, ACFN, and Mikisew Cree First Nation, MCFN, invited the University...
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