How do we gain knowledge about mountain systems? Historically, our understanding of mountains has predominantly been studied using Western scientific methods of research. However, Indigenous knowledge and ways of thinking have often been underappreciated,...
Launched in 2019 with the support of the Networks of Centres of Excellence program and other partners, the Canadian Mountain Network (CMN) is Canada’s first formal research organization dedicated to advancing our understanding of...
Mountains are defined by their diversity of life forms, geography, peoples and livelihoods. Mountains are part of diverse cultures and spiritual beliefs and practices, and serve as inspiration for art, music and storytelling. December...
As the holiday season is approaching, and our mountains are dusted with snow, it is the perfect time to celebrate International Mountain Day (IMD). Each year, we plan the festivities, including exciting activities, campaigns...
Every year on December 11th, the world pays special attention to mountain peoples and places for International Mountain Day, which was created by the United Nations to highlight the important environmental, economic, social and...
Social Media Contest for International Mountain Day The Canadian Mountain Network (CMN) is organizing a social media contest for International Mountain Day (IMD) 2020. CMN is organizing a social media contest for International Mountain...
The Canadian Mountain Network (CMN) is now in its second successful year of operations as an independent not-for-profit organization supporting the resilience and health of Canada’s mountain peoples and places through research partnerships based...
The Canadian Mountain Network (CMN) is thrilled to announce that Dr. Murray Humphries has been appointed Interim co-Research Director. In this role he will work in close collaboration with fellow co-Research Director Norma Kassi,...
Partners Nadele Flynn – PhD Candidate, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta Andreas Hamann, Renewable Resources, University of Alberta, Dr. Fiona Schmiegelow, Renewable Resources, University of Alberta, Whitehorse, Yukon Partner Organization: Alexco Environmental Group (AEG),...
Jessica Theoret – Master’s student, University of Calgary Marco Musiani, Professor, Biological Sciences, University of Calgary Partner Organization: Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative Hilary Young Other Partners: Alberta Parks Project Timeline: April – August...
Ma petite #montagne méconnue: le mont Royal, une #forêt en plein cœur de #Montréal :
https://www.lapresse.ca/voyage/quebec-et-canada/2021-06-19/redecouvrir-montreal/ma-petite-montagne-meconnue.php
#MontRoyal #MontagnesCanadiennes #NatureenVille #Nature #Québec #Canada
What ‘#Glacier Blood’ on the French #Alps Tells #Scientists About #ClimateChange at High Elevations / Ce que le "sang de glacier" des #Alpes françaises révèle aux scientifiques sur le #ChangementClimatique en haute altitude (en anglais) : https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/glacier-blood-french-alps-may-reveal-climate-change-secrets-180977989/ #mountains
Looking forward to the afternoon sessions of #CMNsummit2021 ! Thank to our all our morning session speakers for inspirational talks 🤩
Norma Kassi highlighting all the important work she is doing with @CanMountainNet. Importance of working with, training and including youth, Land Guardians, on-the-land training, community-based research...and so much more great work. #cmnsummit2021 @ArcticPrize @ualberta #youth
2021 GROW Summer School "Agrobiodiversity in a Changing Climate" is now accepting applications. The online summer school will be held online from 14 to 24 September 2021. The deadline to apply is 25 July 2021.
http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/templates/mountain_partnership/doc/GROW_2021_-_Programme_1Jun2021.pdf
#Biodiversity #ClimateChange
