Tag: environmental stewardship
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An Unsettled Mshkawji Giizis (The Freezing Moon)
The Anishinaabe call this Mshkawji Giizis, the Freezing Moon. It’s a name that carries weight. It speaks of a hard, honest transition, a time when the land finally shrugs off the memory of warmth and submits to the ice. It’s the stillness of the first true freeze, the locking of the lakes, the silent signal… Read More…
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Granite and Asphalt Collide in the Carp Hills
The geography of the Ottawa Valley is generally predictable. It consists of flat expanses of ancient seabed, rich farmland, and the sprawling grid of the capital city’s periphery. But just northwest of Kanata, the landscape hiccups violently. Rising abruptly from the agricultural plains is a geological anomaly known as the Carp Hills. It is a… Read More…
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Chrome and Hibernation: An Ecology of Repair
This is a community built on a shared language—a language of socket wrenches, timing lights, and the unmistakable, sweet-and-sour smell of unburnt hydrocarbons. Read More…
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Reflections of an Ancient Tree
Greetings, dear reader. I am an old tree, rooted firmly at the edge of a bustling city. For over 150 years, I have stood here, a silent witness to the ebb and flow of human progress. My branches have swayed to the rhythm of change, and my leaves have whispered secrets of the past. Today,… Read More…
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Discovering Halls Harbour, Nova Scotia
Along the rugged coastline of the Bay of Fundy lies Halls Harbour, Nova Scotia, a picturesque fishing village renowned for its stunning natural beauty and vibrant community spirit. This charming locale is not only a haven for tourists seeking a tranquil escape but also a shining example of environmental stewardship and conservation efforts. I’ve visited… Read More…
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