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    MELTING GLACIERS, HEALTHY WATERSHEDS, AND YOU: “Our actions and behaviours today are influenced by the stories, behaviours and actions of our parents and grandparents,” stated Lynn Kriwoken – career water champion, president of the Whistler Lakes Conservation Foundation


    “In a nutshell, we chose a compelling title… Melting Glaciers, Watersheds and You…that ties watershed health to personal responsibility. It is inevitably a bad news/good news story that we want to end with hope. And a call to action. we have an all-star panel in Dr. Brian Menounos, Dr. Peter Ross and Michael Blackstock. Each has a powerful message to share. These people are good scientists, thought leaders and story tellers who care about our planet. Aiming to inspire action, their message is provocative and hopeful for future generations,” stated Lynn Kriwoken.

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    HEALTHY WATERS PROGRAM FOR SALMON, WHALES, AND PEOPLE: “I think what is happening now is that we have lost touch with our watersheds,” stated Dr. Peter Ross of the Raincoast Conservation Foundation


    “For Healthy Waters, we basically said, we would like to set up a community-oriented water pollution monitoring program for salmon, whales and people. Every conversation that I am having with watershed folks revolves around people wanting to know more so that they are empowered to do more. There is real value in the conversation and providing the data that helps them identify priorities and actions,” stated Peter Ross.

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