Counting the hidden costs of wildfire August 17, 2026
A wildfire can damage a community without burning a single building. During a prolonged smoke event, emergency room visits may rise for both respiratory and…
A wildfire can damage a community without burning a single building. During a prolonged smoke event, emergency room visits may rise for both respiratory and…
Four Thompson Rivers University researchers have been awarded more than $644,000 in funding through the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Discovery…
Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality is trying a new approach to reduce wildfire risk in the forests surrounding the community — and Thompson Rivers University…
Wildfire expert Dr. Mike Flannigan is sharing a new national fire weather outlook aimed at helping agencies, communities and individuals prepare for periods of elevated…
A new Canada Research Chair at Thompson Rivers University will examine how climate change, wildfires and environmental inequality affect the health and economic well-being of…
A Thompson Rivers University (TRU) master’s student is shedding new light on how habitat use patterns may be placing one of Canada’s most endangered amphibians…
Soil may look quiet on the surface, but beneath it is a complex ecosystem that can reveal early signs of environmental change. A Thompson Rivers…
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) and Universidad EIA in Colombia are excited to announce an innovative articulation agreement creating accelerated pathways to graduate studies for EIA…
Students in the Environmental Law class at TRU’s Faculty of Law were treated to a thought-provoking lecture on Wednesday, Feb. 11, from Craig E. Jones,…
When Dr. Greg Anderson talks about the impact of wildfire, he isn’t just speaking as a researcher. He’s speaking from lived experience. Before becoming dean…
When Dr. Mahed Choudhury looks at a wildfire, he doesn’t just see a natural event—he sees a deeply human story. “Disasters essentially involve humans,” he…
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is now drawing power from three new rooftop solar arrays, marking a practical step toward running more of the campus —…
Two Thompson Rivers University (TRU) undergraduate students have achieved a remarkable milestone — publication in Nanotechnology, one of the world’s leading journals in physics, chemistry…
The Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) has released its 2024-2025 research report, showcasing a wide range of studies…
Thompson Rivers University (TRU), an established world leader in sustainability with a double STARS Platinum rating, is answering the United Nation’s global call to action…
From childhood days fishing on Okanagan waters with her family to conducting graduate research that contributes valuable insights toward the recovery of wild salmon populations,…
Seven Thompson Rivers University (TRU) students have been awarded 2025 scholarships from Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation (HCTF), recognizing the university’s growing contribution to evidence‑based wildlife,…
What if you could explore Kamloops’ history in a vivid, immersive way that brought old storefronts, vintage cars and steamboats to life? The Kamloops Heritage…
In a world where conservation efforts increasingly recognize the importance of Indigenous rights and sustainable development, innovative research initiatives are crucial. Leading this important work…
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) has solidified its position at the forefront of environmental sustainability efforts, once again taking the lead in several key areas among…