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RDI research for Strong Rural Municipalities in Manitoba Posted on May 16, 2013

The evolution of local government is often accomplished across Canada in intense periods of activities, followed by periods of little activity. The related discussions and considerations can be about matching geography and performance of any new municipal unit. Currently a municipal amalgamation initiative in Manitoba is bringing attention to rural municipalities, which is at the heart of the proposed Bill 33 in Manitoba. As a result of recent research, RDI is releasing two reports: one regarding the geography of where people live and work; and the second regarding indicators of strong rural municipalities. Both reports are funded by The Province of Manitoba and are released by the Province of Manitoba and Brandon University Rural Development Institute (RDI).

Augustana researchers provide rich data for rural communities Posted on May 10, 2013

A new database compiled by University of Alberta researchers helps Canada’s rural communities make strategic decisions on how to survive, thrive and stay viable.

Canada first country to pull out of UN drought convention Posted on March 28, 2013

The Harper government is pulling out of a United Nations convention that fights droughts in Africa and elsewhere, which would make Canada the only country in the world outside the agreement.

Augustana Resilience Symposium Posted on March 18, 2013

Friday, March 22, will feature one of the final, celebratory, events of the Augustana Annual Theme year. There is something for everyone on Friday: Resilience in the Classroom with radical teacher Norman Cornett, Resilience and Idle No More with young Aboriginal professor/lawyer/activist Janice Makokis, a Lunch & Learn with published Metis poet and alumna Naomi McIlwraith, and, to cap it off, a Celebration of Artistic Resilience, featuring Milton Schlosser’s performance of the hauntingly beautiful composition, Crowfoot, by Metis composer and alumnus Nicholas Howells.

Ecosystem Approaches to Health: Summer Workshop and Field school 2013 Posted on March 18, 2013

The Canadian Community of Practice in Ecosystem Approaches to Health is pleased to announce the Call for Applications for the 2013 Ecohealth Short Course to be hosted by the University of Northern British Columbia, Prince George, BC from June 20-June 30.

Learn to Grow at the March 13 Sustainability Fair Posted on March 12, 2013

Embrace this fun and interactive way to discuss sustainability at Augustana: this year’s Sustainability Fair promises activities, food, music, and door prizes.

Free Public Lecture: CED Tools: A Prototype as Applied Research | March 7th | 12 PM | GSB 550 Posted on March 5, 2013

The University of Alberta’s Centre for Sustainable Rural Communities (ACSRC) invites you to “CED Tools: A Prototype as Applied Research”, a free public lecture (abstract below) by Dr. Bill Ashton, Director, Rural Development Institute, Brandon University on March 7, 2013 from 12 PM – 1 PM in the General Service Building 5-50.Refreshments will be provided.

2013 Henry Darcy Distinguished Lecture: Managing Groundwater Beneath the Agricultural Landscape Posted on March 4, 2013

Attend Dr. David L. Rudolph’s 2013 Darcy Lecture presentation and gain insight on how the nature of groundwater quality has been impacted from agricultural land-use practices, at both local and regional scales, with a specific focus on nitrate and microbial indicator species.

Cross-Canada Mobilization – A Conversation with the UN about the Right to Food Posted on February 28, 2013

MONTREAL, 28 February 2013 – As the UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food Olivier De Schutter prepares to deliver his report on Canada to the UN Council on Human Rights in Geneva on March 4, Food Secure Canada members and friends are organizing communities events in every single province and territory! Food Secure Canada has called upon the government to take the rapporteur’s recommendations seriously.

AARD Conference: Water, Agriculture and the Environment Posted on February 27, 2013

This conference will be a forum for discussion of the growing pressures on water resources at the global, national and provincial scale, and how these will impact agriculture’s future opportunities and challenges. Presentations will focus on water supply, water quality and water management for agriculture in the context of increasing competition for water.

In memory of Truman “Clark” Knight Posted on February 25, 2013

The ACSRC is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Truman “Clark” Knight on Feb. 15, 2013. Mr. Knight was the General Manager of Community Futures East Central Alberta. He is survived by his wife Teena and daugther Tamehra.

$5,000 RDC Scholarship opportunity for businesses in the Alberta Central-Battle River region Posted on February 8, 2013

Red Deer Bottling Small Business Award RDC is pleased to offer a unique opportunity for small businesses in the central Alberta region. Through the Red Deer Bottling Small Business Award, the selected applicant will be awarded a scholarship providing $5000.00 in tuition credits for employee training in any credit or non-credit program in the Donald …

Towards a Sustainable Rural Alberta: Creative Solutions for Strong Rural Communities Posted on January 24, 2013

The Rural Caucus of the Alberta New Democrats is pleased to have organized a public one day symposium highlighting issues faced by rural communities, affording participants an opportunity to chart a course of action to remedy them.
Where – United Church Hall, 4829 – 50th st. Camrose Alberta
When – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday March 2, 2013
For more information visit www.albertandp.ca/ruralsymposium

Boost your business without cutting your prices: Jeff Mowatt Posted on January 23, 2013

Jeff Mowatt an international speaker, trainer and best selling author is coming to Camrose Feb 20th, 2013 Location: Camrose Best Western Hotel 3201 48 Ave. Seminar times: Morning session Check-in: 8:30 – 9:00 am. Program: 9:00am – 12:00pm Registration: $75.00 (again this is normally $210 – but sponsors are subsidizing the rate) Enrolment …

UBC Press Announces the book “Social Transformation in Rural Canada” Posted on January 23, 2013

“Social Transformation in Rural Communities: Community, Cultures, and Collective Action” Edited by John R. Parkins and Maureen G. Reed ISBN 9780774823814 Paperback $34.95 UBC Press 2012 About the Book The rapidly changing nature of life in Canadian rural communities is more than a simple response to economic conditions. People who live in rural places are …

AFAC Livestock Care Conference 2013 Posted on January 11, 2013

Alberta Farm Animal Care’s 2013 Livestock Care Conference is now open for registration! The conference will be held at the Executive Royal Inn in Calgary, AB on March 21 & 22, 2013.

New to Research? Check out the ARDN Research Bootcamp Posted on January 11, 2013

Research Bootcamp – February 5, 2012 at MacEwan University. Are you a new or student researcher? Are you interested in networking with other researchers across the province? This informative one-day seminar is a must-attend – experienced researchers will cover topics of interest in an atmosphere that encourages discussion and interaction amongst Alberta’s new and student researchers.

3rd Rural Research Workshop – Rural Labour Markets & Rural Livelihoods: A Focus on Resource Value-Chains Posted on January 9, 2013

The Canadian Rural Revitalization Foundation will hold it’s 3rd Rural Research Workshop in Ottawa, Ontario on May 9 & 10, 2013.

ISSRM: Call for Abstracts and Student Paper Competition (Deadline 4 weeks away!) Posted on January 8, 2013

ISSRM ogranizers invite you to submit abstracts for the upcoming Symposium in Estes Park, Colorado, USA , June 4-8, 2013. More information about the symposium and online submission of abstracts can be found at http://www.issrm2013.iasnr.org

The intersection of environment, conflict and innovation Posted on November 30, 2012

Author and researcher Dr. Thomas Homer-Dixon spoke at Augustana Campus on Wednesday, November 28 about the present and some solutions for the future.