Some Albertans are staying behind to protect their homes from wildfires. They say they have no other choice. "With 100 new fire starts, no fire…

Although it's more common to see peaks in wildfires at this time of year in Alberta, the province has been hit hard. Wildfire expert Dr.…

Environmental social scientist Dr. Michael Mehta talks about the risks presented by wildfire smoke. "With wildfires becoming more frequent and more intense, this is becoming a…

The forecast for the weekend and next week is a dangerous one for wildfires. Wildfire expert Dr. Mike Flannigan says flare-ups could happen across Western…

The Moose Hide Campaign event at TRU recognized the importance of taking a stand against violence towards women and children. "This is for men to…

BC scientists are bracing for a deadly bat fungus, estimated to have wiped out at least 5.7 million bats across North America. “We don’t know…

How have changes in climate affected the wildfires in Alberta? Wildfire researcher Dr. Mike Flannigan provides insight. Read more

Alberta’s spring wildfire season is already “off to a roaring start,” says Dr. Mike Flannigan, BC Research Chair in Predictive Services, Emergency Management and Fire…

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said his government's decision to expel a Chinese diplomat Monday sends a direct message to Beijing that Canada will not be…

English professor George Johnson has published his third children’s book, Sophia’s Secrets. “Sophia shares her secrets, from sneaky to toothy to hopeful, in delightful ways,...,"…

Wildfires and human meddling are transforming the Arctic and its surroundings from a carbon sink into a carbon emitter, exacerbating the climate crisis. Wildfire researcher…

Wildfire expert Dr. Mike Flannigan speaks with Judy Aldous, host of Albert at Noon, about the ongoing wildfires in Alberta. Interview begins at 42:11.

The Australian government’s funding announcement for educator professional development and ‘childcare desert’ communities is welcome but doesn't go far enough. Associate Professor Dr. Laura Doan and her…

“Research we have done shows that extreme fire weather is increasing, so it’s only going to get more challenging,” says Dr. Mike Flannigan, BC Research…

"...the Crown Jewels represent something much more than the majesty of British history because they incorporate gems that are artefacts of colonial aggression and ideology,"…

Zhao Wei was declared 'persona non grata' in a statement from foreign affairs minister Mélanie Joly. Political scientist Dr. Robert Hanlon talks about the move…

Wildfire expert Dr. Mike Flannigan shares his perspective on the more than 100 fires burning in Alberta. Watch the interview

Many of the the coronation jewels are seen as symbols of colonialism. Should the monarchy return such jewels to their countries of origin? Historian Dr. Annie…

Wildfire expert Dr. Mike Flannigan says the window to do prescribed burns is getting smaller. “So there is a desire to burn when possible.” Read more

Wildfire researcher Dr. Mike Flannigan says spring fires don't necessarily mean summer across BC will be filled with flames and smoke, but El Niño might…