Topic: British Columbia

Alaskan lake’s fate could echo across continent

US Supreme Court will decide if Lower Slate should be disposal site for mine wastes.

Letters to the Editor

Readers write about respect for the members of the US Armed Services, the effect of global warming on Canada's boreal forests, and how churches can keep their congregants.

EarthTalk: What is the ‘green cities’ movement?

Since 1970s, loose association of conservation-minded urban areas has grown up worldwide.

The clear and present danger to a perfectly good tense

The Monitor's language columnist defends the usefulness of the present perfect tense to refer to actions that are complete, but still relevant.

Foreigners at home, US skiers shine at last on global stage

Alaskan Kikkan Randall, at Nordic Worlds, wins first medal for US in cross-country skiing since 1982.

Garden 'siteseeng' around the Web

Visits to garden bloggers around the Web.

Garden 'siteseeing' among the roses

Learn more about how to grow roses through garden blogs.

US forests hold new evidence of global warming

Scientists see a trend in longer dry spells and winter snowpacks melting earlier than in the past.

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As beetle invasion rages, a debate over logs

Home builders want the dead trees, but activists and regulations stand in the way.

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Websites connect donors to specific needs

One site helps with unexpected expenses. Another brightens the holidays for the homeless.

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California jumps to front of global-warming fight

Its new emissions plan aims to cut each Californian's carbon 'footprint' from 14 tons to 10 tons a year by 2020.

Bombings of Canadian pipelines spark ecoterrorism fears

Two explosions in one week cause no injuries, and only minor damage to pipes carrying dangerous hydrogen sulphide gas.

Report: Marijuana plots polluting US forests

The Associated Press reports that illicit marijuana plots are befouling US national forests and parks with toxic chemicals.

Report: Illicit urban chicken movement growing in US

The Worldwatch Institute reports that a growing number of US city-dwellers are raising their own chickens, often in defiance of local ordinances.

Fun - and a few chores - in the fall garden

Enjoying the gardening days before the first frost.

Fall mushroom festivals, hunts, and dinners

Why Canada's Green Party is (finally) a prime-time draw

Elizabeth May, the scrappy Green candidate, will make history by appearing in nationally televised debates Wednesday and Thursday nights.

Why Canada’s Green Party is (finally) a prime-time draw

Elizabeth May, the Green candidate, will make history by appearing in a nationally televised debate on Thursday night.