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Emerald Sea Protection Society
ESPS addresses the complex problem of ghost gear and other marine debris through research, underwater surveys, recovery, recycling and education.
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Music & Memory
You may have read about GreenAngels' involvement with this wonderful music program created for people with dementia in our previous article. It is truly amazing to see how familiar songs can evoke powerful memories and emotions.
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Mercy Ships Celebrate 100,000 Free Surgical Procedures
Mercy Ships bring hospital facilities and free surgeries to regions where clean water, electricity, medical facilities and personnel are limited or nonexistent.
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United Nations FAO ~ Women in Aquaculture
Fishing, aquaculture, and related industries make up the livelihood for as much as ten to twelve per cent of the world’s population. And half of these people are women.
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Salish Sea Stars
These energetic, young environmentalists are setting the bar for ocean protection education - beginning with their island home in the Salish Sea.
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Norgarden Knitters ~ Sending Love Around the Globe
The knitters spend many hours each week making washcloths, sweaters, dresses, teddy bears, toques, blankets and other necessities to be sent overseas to people in need.
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An End to Bullying, Harassment & Discrimination
Saving the planet has as much to do with social issues as environmental ones. Bullying, harassment and discrimination are still prevalent today with social media providing a screen to hide behind.
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Music & Memory
Helping people in care facilities who suffer from cognitive and physical challenges to find renewed meaning and connection in their lives through the gift of personalized music.
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Ethical Travel ~ Benny's Story
Supporting travelers who wish to engage with the locals at their destinations in order to improve their quality of life and make a postive impact on the community and the environment.
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Heroes Mending on the Fly Canada
Heroes Mending on the Fly Canada (HMFC) is dedicated to the physical and emotional rehabilitation of disabled active military service personnel and disabled veterans through fly-tying, fly-fishing and associated activities including education and outings.
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Supporting a Rainforest Biologist and His Community
Thank you for supporting tropical rain forest biologist and wildlife guide, Armando to raise money for food and medicine for themselves and their community of Los Guatuzos on the Rio Papaturro, in Nicaragua.
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Back in the Paddle: Penelakut Canoe Races
Thanks to a committed group of people, led by Melvina James and Augie Sylvester, the canoe races on Penelakut Island (formerly Kuper) are making a comeback. 2019 marked the third year that this culturally essential sporting event was held after a 50+ year hiatus. What a day and what a success! A day for the whole community and for all ages.
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Kitlope: Safeguarding Coastal Carnivores
Working with First Nations partners, Raincoast's goal is to permanently end commercial trophy hunting of all large carnivores in the Great Bear Rainforest. The next goal is to acquire the 5,300km2 Kitlope Conservancy tenure.
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W̱SÁNEĆ Tribal Canoe Journey
For the W̱SÁNEĆ (Saanich) Nation, on Vancouver Island’s east coast, the upcoming 2019 Paddle to Lummi Tribal Canoe Journey has particular cultural and environmental significance.