Castanet | Heat wave sets stage for wildfire as possible thunderstorms ahead for Kamloops region July 11, 2024
While a heat wave in the region is tapering off thanks to the introduction of a cold front, fuels have been left dry as a…
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Radio NL | Heat wave in BC, wildfires and TRU's new wildfire training and education centre July 10, 2024
Wildfire expert Dr. Mike Flannigan speaks with Radio NL about the spring rainfall, current heat wave, upcoming weather changes, wildfire risk and the new wildfire…
The Christian Science Monitor | As wildfire season looms, these residents aren’t waiting for government help July 8, 2024
"We see more and more fire in the interface between the forest and the community," says wildfire expert Dr. Mike Flannigan. Efforts to bring wildfire…
The Guardian | Canada’s 2023 wildfires created four times more emissions than planes did last year – report June 28, 2024
“The 2023 fire season in Canada was (an) exceptional year in any time period...,” says wildfire expert Dr. Mike Flannigan. “I expect more fire in…
CBC News | $21M wildfire equipment depot to be built in Prince George, B.C. June 28, 2024
TRU is pleased to hear of investment and proud to also be a part of strengthening BC's response efforts with an innovative wildfire training program…
The immigrant dilemma: Exploring the pros and cons of Canada’s mentoring programs June 26, 2024
By Elise Fenwick Luck. It’s what immigrants must often rely on to succeed professionally in Canada. Stacked CVs and years of experience don’t necessarily propel…
100 Mile Free Press | Trio of fisher kits rescued in the South Cariboo June 26, 2024
A trio of orphaned fisher kits are on their way to recovery thanks to the quick actions of Master of Science in Environmental Science student Shannon…
InfoNews Kamloops | Threatened turtles on their way to lay eggs crushed by cars in Kamloops, Okanagan June 24, 2024
A forest service road in Kamloops has western painted turtles crossing it to find spots to lay their eggs. Unfortunately, the risk is high from…
TRU Wildfire: Seeking leaders for key director positions June 24, 2024
TRU Wildfire, in partnership with the BC Wildfire Service, is Thompson Rivers University's (TRU) response to one of the most pressing issues of our time.…
Government of Northwest Territories | GNWT awards contract for 2023 Wildfire Emergency Response After Action Review June 19, 2024
Wildfire expert Dr. Mike Flannigan is one of three oversight committee members who brings a wealth of experience and expertise to review the emergency response…
Education News Canada | Researchers receive major federal funding June 19, 2024
Six researchers have been awarded a combined total of $937,500 through the NSERC Discovery Grants program. Read more
Radio NL | Permanent residency for migrant care workers June 18, 2024
Arts' Jenny Shaw speaks with Radio NL about research that looks at permanent residency for migrant care workers applying to new pilot programs. Listen to…
Policy Note | Canada’s broken promises to migrant care workers June 18, 2024
"Unfortunately, the pilot programs that ended on June 17, 2024 have largely not delivered on their promises, failing thousands of migrant care workers and their…
Researchers receive major federal funding June 14, 2024
Six Thompson Rivers University (TRU) researchers have been awarded a combined total of $937,500 through the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada's (NSERC)…
Radio NL | Summer 2024 wildfire season June 13, 2024
Parts of the province are set for a challenging wildfire season, says BC Forests Minister Bruce Ralston. Wildfire expert Dr. Mike Flannigan provides insight. Listen…
Radio NL | Kamloops to conduct another Point-In-Time homeless count this October June 12, 2024
Alum and City of Kamloops Community and Emergency Supports Supervisor Natasha Hartson says the city will be conducting another Point-In-Time homeless count this fall. “The…
Castanet | TRU researchers say enclosed cat patios help reduce risk to local wildlife, outdoor cats June 12, 2024
Research by alum Denise King and economics professor Peter Tsigaris explores the perceived impact outdoor pet cats have on wildlife and the risk they face…
Castanet | BC's drought: Dry conditions spur changes to BCWS wildfire suppression tactics June 11, 2024
Wildfire expert Dr. Mike Flannigan says dry fuels can be found reaching a metre to a metre and a half in depth below the surface,…
TRU Wildfire highlighted at gathering of Canadian forests ministers June 7, 2024
Forests ministers from across Canada met in Castlegar, BC, this week to talk about wildfires and to strategize on ways of collaborating to prevent and…
Education News Canada | Research and recognition propel student success June 6, 2024
New alum Casey Hopper is grateful for research opportunities he was able to be part of as a student. Read more
