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Beyond ‘brain rot’ from short form video feeds

Beyond ‘brain rot’ from short form video feeds

Emotional Intelligence Microblog Jul 31, 2026

New study investigates prey sharing in two closely related killer whale populations

New study investigates prey sharing in two closely related killer whale populations

Jul 31, 2026

By listening in on belugas, scientists can better understand their social structure and their conservation needs

By listening in on belugas, scientists can better understand their social structure and their conservation needs

Jul 30, 2026

Partner highlight: Improving tenant experience and extending a building’s life – the deep energy retrofit at L.J. Christmas Apartments

Partner highlight: Improving tenant experience and extending a building’s life – the deep energy retrofit at L.J. Christmas Apartments

Jul 27, 2026

A wide stretch of the Lower Fraser River flows beneath a modern cable-stayed bridge, with industrial buildings and power lines in the distance under a partly cloudy sky, highlighting the area's ongoing marsh restoration efforts.

Marsh restoration projects in the Lower Fraser River; Shaughnessy Street Park

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationJun 22, 2026

Five women, each with a portrait photo and job title, are listed as planners or directors representing various municipalities and planning organizations. Partner organization logos appear above, highlighting their focus on social wellbeing.

Webinar recap: How three municipalities are designing for social wellbeing

ByHey Neighbour CollectiveJun 22, 2026

Five matchsticks stand upright on a black background; one is burning, one is burnt out—symbolizing burnout and vicarious trauma—one is charred, and two are unused.

Vicarious Trauma & Burnout Interviews Report

ByVictoria Coalition for Survivors of TortureJun 22, 2026

Dr. Liam LaTouche speaks at a podium with a presentation slide on mold, mycotoxins, and their health effects—including possible interventions for mycotoxicities—displayed in the background.

Interventions to manage mold and mycotoxicities

ByCanadian Lyme Disease FoundationJun 21, 2026

A woman wearing a race bib number 231 runs on a gravel path by the sea during the Tri of Compassion triathlon, with wooden fences and greenery on either side.

2026 Tri of Compassion Race Results

ByHuman Powered RacingJun 21, 2026

A hand holds a drawing of a storefront labeled "Heart & Paws Health Collective," featuring four illustrated cats and a green plant against a yellow background, inspiring dreams to finish my degree and support animal wellness.

I truly don’t think I would have finished my degree without it!

ByHeart & Hands Health CollectiveJun 20, 2026

A woman speaks at a podium with a presentation slide titled "Mold and Mycotoxins: The Hidden Saboteurs" displayed behind her, addressing environmental toxicities and their often confounding presentations.

Environmental toxicities: Confounding presentations

ByCanadian Lyme Disease FoundationJun 20, 2026

A collection of seven business logos, including Triathlon of Compassion and Human Powered Racing, is displayed on a light gray background—perfect for inclusion in a community photo album or highlighting the upcoming Tri of Compassion 2026.

Community photo album, Tri of Compassion 2026

ByHuman Powered RacingJun 20, 2026

A cream-colored spirit bear walks through a shallow stream, holding a fish in its mouth, with water splashing around its legs—a captivating scene of wildlife in action.

The Wild Life of Spirit Bears

ByTim IrvinJun 20, 2026

Street view of a two-story red building with large windows displaying artwork. The ground floor has a sign reading "little fernwood" above the entrance, inviting passersby to experience connection in action and finding your people.

A community fair for finding your people: A Connection in Action story from Aimee

ByBuilding Resilient NeighbourhoodsJun 19, 2026

Four adults stand outside in front of a house, talking and holding plates and cups, enjoying a lucky potluck—a true moment of connection in action at this casual outdoor gathering.

Lucky potlucks: A Connection in Action story from Susana

ByBuilding Resilient NeighbourhoodsJun 19, 2026

Smiling woman Andrea holding a basket of groceries stands at a doorstep, speaking to a man inside a house—Connection in Action amid greenery in the background.

Thanks for making me feel welcome: A Connection in Action story from Andrea

ByBuilding Resilient NeighbourhoodsJun 19, 2026

A group of people, connected by their teaching role at UBC and Camosun College, poses together under a canopy in a park with trees and a body of water in the background.

Brandon tells us about his new teaching role, a partnership between UBC and Camosun College

ByArbutus Physiotherapy & Health CentreMay 25, 2026

Several small fish swim underwater near green aquatic plants, with light filtering from above—a serene scene typical of marsh restoration efforts along the Lower Fraser River near No.2 Road.

Marsh restoration projects in the Lower Fraser River; No.2 Road

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 25, 2026

Rocky, tree-covered islets in this Protected Marine Reserve are surrounded by choppy ocean waves, with a forested Central Coast and mountains in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Mia-yaltwa Ha’lidzogm hoon: A New Protected Marine Reserve for the Central Coast

ByCCIRA | Central Coast Indigenous Resource AllianceMay 25, 2026

A hand holds a clear container labeled “Raincoast Conservation Foundation” with young salmon inside, near a body of water—highlighting efforts to protect Fraser River Chinook from threats like chemical pollution.

Study: Young Fraser River Chinook salmon swimming in chemical soup

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 25, 2026

Abstract image with a blue and red puzzle piece pattern and a white outline of a person walking with a stick along a wavy line, capturing the spirit of a Lyme journey or documentary about overcoming challenges.

Documentary sheds light on Lyme journey

ByCanadian Lyme Disease FoundationMay 25, 2026

Person’s legs and feet in sandals rest on a red chair, overlooking a rocky shoreline, blue ocean, and bright sun in a clear summer season sky.

Attuning to the Summer Season: Perspectives from Traditional Chinese Medicine & Foot Reflexology!

ByHeart & Hands Health CollectiveMay 25, 2026

A close-up view of a pile of assorted cream, white, and beige buttons in various sizes, shapes, and hole patterns—perfect for a morning activity or a bit of treasure hunting adventure.

A Morning Spent Treasure Hunting

ByAna BuzzalinoMay 25, 2026

Two raw Alaska-caught salmon fillets are sprinkled with green herbs and placed on a black surface, surrounded by slices of lemon—premium seafood that's a fresh favorite in B.C. stores.

So you live in B.C., but you’re mostly finding Alaska-caught salmon in stores. Why?

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 22, 2026

An orca whale, classified as endangered wildlife under SARA's jeopardy clause, partially emerges from the surface of the ocean, with its head and dorsal fin visible above the water.

Weakening SARA’s “jeopardy clause” would directly jeopardize Canada’s endangered wildlife

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 21, 2026

A hand holds a transparent rain gauge marked with "Raincoast Conservation Foundation" against an outdoor grassy landscape, part of a study on chemical pollution impacting Fraser River Chinook salmon under a clear sky.

Young Fraser River Chinook salmon swimming in chemical soup, study finds

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 21, 2026

A hand holds a clear rain gauge labeled "Raincoast Conservation Foundation" outdoors, with water droplets inside and a grassy landscape in the background—part of an SFU study on threats facing Fraser River Chinook salmon.

Young Fraser River Chinook salmon swimming in chemical soup, SFU study finds

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 21, 2026

A woman in a white dress sits on a chintz sofa, looking down at her hands. Beige curtains and a vase with flowers are in the background.

The Chintz Sofa

ByQueer Art HistoryMay 20, 2026

A notebook page with "Growing Pains" written in cursive, "Sonja Ahlers" printed below, and a drawing of two crossed palm trees captures the essence of change and growth.

Growing Pains

Byflask publishingMay 20, 2026

Hand-stitched embroidery on white fabric featuring the word "CIRCLES," a circular pattern with blue and yellow thread, and the year "2016" sewn at the bottom right, crafted with expert needle and thread work.

The Rhythm of Needle and Thread

ByAna BuzzalinoMay 18, 2026

A killer whale, a species at risk in Canada, swims near the water’s surface with its dorsal fin and part of its head visible; some grass appears in the foreground.

Canada’s Species at Risk Act is, itself, at risk

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 15, 2026

A group of Southern Resident killer whales swim near the surface of calm water beside a large cargo ship with shipping containers, with a forested shoreline in the background—an iconic scene along BC coastal sediments.

Study: Toxic hydrocarbon hotspots in BC coastal sediments, threatening Southern Resident killer whales and Chinook salmon

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 15, 2026

A pod of killer whales swims in calm water with a small, tree-covered island in the background under a cloudy sky. Their calls echo across the surface, adding nature’s voice to the tranquil scene.

Give killer whales a voice…for years to come

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 14, 2026

A group of Southern Resident killer whales swims near the surface of calm water close to a large container ship, with a forested shoreline and BC coastal sediments visible in the background.

New study shows toxic hydrocarbon hotspots in BC coastal sediments, threatening Southern Resident killer whales and Chinook salmon

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 14, 2026

A group of Southern Resident killer whales swims near the surface of calm water beside a large container ship labeled "MSC LISA" and "MAERSK.

New study shows toxic hydrocarbon hotspots in BC coastal sediments, threatening Southern Resident killer whales and the Chinook salmon they consume

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 14, 2026

Several people wearing work clothes and waders plant young trees or stakes along the edge of a shallow stream in a forested area to restore salmon habitat.

To restore salmon habitat, one must act like the beaver

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 13, 2026