[Uvic-sustainability] News and Events for week of May 20th
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NEWS
The Witness Blanket, an art installation created by Kwagiulth artist and Master Carver Carey Newman (Ha-yalth-kingeme) and inspired by the traditional woven blanket as a symbol of protection and comfort, evokes the atrocities of Indian Residential Schools and a national journey toward reconciliation. On May 20, the blanket will be presented for the first time during opening ceremonies for CUVic 2014: Beyond Engagement, a global three-day conference hosted by UVic to highlight the innovative experiences of universities and communities working together.
With the annual Bike To Work Week happening next week (see Events below), we are more conscious of all the wonderful reasons why we should try cycling to work and school. The Washington Post recently published an article on how America could solve two of its most pressing problems – obesity and climate change – if urban areas were designed... so people could get back on their bikes! (sounds pretty simple, eh?) Or try reading one of these great books, 50 Ways the New Bike Culture Can Change Your Life or Why I Ride: Because a Bike Pedal Lasts Longer Than a Gas Tank.
Lots of climate change news in the conventional media last week with news that ice sheets in the Western Antarctic are melting much faster than previously predicted which will lead to accelerating sea level rise. The Times Colonist story includes quotes from various UVic researchers studying different aspects of climate change. Also last week the American government published its National Climate Assessment with news for the Pacific Northwest which has implications for southwestern BC as well. The Globe & Mail reported that the news is consistent with previous reports published by the UN IPCC and UVic’s Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium.
EVENTS
CUVIC CONFERENCE 2014: BEYOND ENGAGEMENT
May 20th to 22nd, University of Victoria
International conference highlighting best practices in community-university engagement. Three exciting days of keynote presentations, workshops, teaching circles, poster sessions, field trips, networking receptions and a gala evening celebration. See
website for more information and to register.
STATISTICAL METHODS IN THE DETECTION AND ATTRIBUTION OF CLIMATE CHANGE
May 22nd, 11 am to Noon, University House 1, lower level boardroom
PCIC presents a special seminar with Aurelien Ribes. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.">
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CANROOTS VANCOUVER
May 23rd & 23th, Museum of Vancouver
Weekend of talks and workshops from the best activist practioners in Canada. Suitable for environmental, social and political organizers of all kinds. See
website for more info and to register. Low income option available.
BIKE TO WORK WEEK - 20th ANNIVERSARY
May 26th - June 1st
Events across the region to celebrate cycling as a safe, healthy, fun and convenient way to get work or school. Special MEGA Celebration Station on Sat, May 31st in Centennial Square with music, food, displays and demonstrations. Full event schedule and team registration on the
BTWW Victoria website. UVic team members will automatically be entered into a draw for a cycling trip for two from
Island Joy Rides, and all NEW UVic cyclists will be eligible to win a $500 gift card from
Oak Bay Bikes. And SPOKES will be providing FREE bike loans for the week if you don't have one. Contact
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more info. Special UVic Campus Events include:
- Celebration Station, May 27th, 7:30-9:30 AM at The Fountain (free coffee, treats, bike repairs, enter to win draw prizes)
- Bike tune ups by donation with the UVic Bike Club, May 27th, 10 to 5 in the Quad
- Free One Hour Cycling Skills Seminar, May 27th, Noon - 1 PM, DSB C128
- Participant Lunch, May 28th, Noon - 1 PM, SUB Michele Pujol Room - Free admission with your helmet!
- Celebration Station, May 29th, 3:30 - 5:30 PM at the Fountain (free refreshments, bike repairs, enter to win draw prizes)
Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more info and to find out how to join a team or form one. See poster for more info.
CITY OF VICTORIA CYCLING MASTER PLAN PUBLIC CONSULTATIONS
Information drop in stations: May 24th, 10 am to 3 PM, Selkirk Waterfront Festival
Future Cyclist Workshop (for those who do NOT regularly cycle): May 26th, 5:30 to 8:30 PM, Fairfield United Church
Victoria is updating its Cycling Master Plan and would like your thoughts on how to improve cycling in the city. See
website for more info.
Rita Fromholt
Sustainability Coordinator
Office of Campus Planning & Sustainability
University of Victoria
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