A\J – Alternatives Journal – Canada's Environmental Voice

Environmental Justice

May 15 2013 | IN Welfare | REVIEWED BY Semini Pathberiya

The third instalment of the "Globalization Trilogy" follows an Indian farmer who is struggling to stay alive in a world of genetically modified seeds, farmer suicides and skyrocketing debt.

Slammin' Poetry

May 2013 | IN Art & Media 39.3 | BY Laura McDonald

Canadian spoken word artists sound off about climate change and the country's environmental (in)action.

Carbon Rush

May 05 2013 | IN Responsible Business | REVIEWED BY Semini Pathberiya

Director Amy Miller explores the dark side of carbon offsets.

Over 100 people were arrested at an anti-tar sands action in Ottawa Sept 26

Rethinking Resistance

May 2013 | IN Art & Media 39.3 | BY Laura McDonald

Leading environmentalists share their thoughts on civil disobedience. (Web extra)

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National Energy Board Commenting Rules Undemocratic

Apr 25 2013 | IN Pipelines | BY Andrew Reeves

The Line 9 pipeline comment application is directed at experts, not those in surrounding communities.

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A\J Acts for the Planet: Week Three Review + Earth Day!

Apr 22 2013 | IN Recreation | BY Emily Slofstra

A\J staff Emily, Michael, Julie and Anežka share their tales of outdoor activity on foot and by bike. Emily pledges to take action politically as well as personally.

Enough is Enough - First Nations Say No More Pipelines

Mar 20 2013 | IN Pipelines | BY Emilie Wilson

First Nations chiefs assembled in Ottawa to step up opposition to Alberta tar sands pipelines through their land.

Active Hope: How to face the mess we're in without going crazy

Mar 14 2013 | IN Environmental Justice | REVIEWED BY Kelley Tish Baker

An inspiring and powerful book for anyone seeking to step up and commit to repairing our broken world.

Faces of Climate Change

Mar 2013 | IN Greenbelts 39.2 | BY Gleb Raygorodetsky

On the front lines of climate change in Papua New Guinea, Manus Islanders are losing ground to rising sea.

Orion McKay catches some pickerel for dinner on the Fawn River

Web Exclusive: The Breathing Lands

Mar 2013 | IN Greenbelts 39.2 | BY Allan Lissner

A photo essay about the Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug First Nation's struggle to preserve their rich traditions, embattled culture and the landscape that sustains them.

Art & Media 39.3

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