Each year Toronto Metropolitan University’s Bruce Fellowships in Canadian Freshwater Policy offers opportunities for a group of graduate students to work on submissions to learn about water policy and the policy process in Canada. 

With World Water Day approaching, Bruce Fellows and TMU students have submitted an e-petition to the House of Commons to mobilize support and awareness around the UN’s World Water Day and pass a national resolution to formally establish a Canada Water Week. Recognizing that celebrations and activities around World Water Day has mobilized individuals and groups in Canada for a number of years, our e-petition is based on the increasing need for water awareness, literacy, education, engagement and action by making Canada Water Week official!

 

We have 30 days to gather signatures. We need everyone’s help to mobilize support. World Water Day 2026 presents an opportunity for the resolution to be tabled and passed in the House of Commons to formally establish Canada Water Week. You can sign the petition here: https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Sign/e-7165

Thank you for your support!

 

Michael Goffin

Bruce Water Policy Fellow Executive in Residence

Toronto Metropolitan University

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Chaque année, les bourses Bruce en politique canadienne relative à l'eau douce de l'Université métropolitaine de Toronto offrent à un groupe d'étudiants diplômés la possibilité de travailler sur des soumissions afin d'en apprendre davantage sur la politique relative à l'eau et le processus politique au Canada.

À l'approche de la Journée mondiale de l'eau, les boursiers Bruce et les étudiants de l'Université métropolitaine de Toronto ont soumis une pétition électronique à la Chambre des communes afin de mobiliser le soutien et la sensibilisation autour de la Journée mondiale de l'eau des Nations unies et d'adopter une résolution nationale visant à établir officiellement une Semaine de l'eau au Canada. Conscients que les célébrations et les activités organisées autour de la Journée mondiale de l'eau mobilisent depuis plusieurs années des individus et des groupes au Canada, notre pétition électronique repose sur le besoin croissant de sensibilisation, d'éducation, d'engagement et d'action en faveur de l'eau, en officialisant la Semaine de l'eau au Canada !

Nous avons 30 jours pour recueillir des signatures. Nous avons besoin de l'aide de tous pour mobiliser le soutien. La Journée mondiale de l'eau 2026 offre l'occasion de présenter et d'adopter la résolution à la Chambre des communes afin d'instaurer officiellement la Semaine de l'eau au Canada. Vous pouvez signer la pétition ici : https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Sign/e-7165.

Merci de votre soutien !

Michael Goffin

Bruce Water Policy Fellow Executive in Residence

Université métropolitaine de Toronto

Environmental Reviews is looking for two Editors-in-Chief to succeed Dr. John Smol.  

The Editors-in-Chief are responsible for curating journal content, shaping editorial priorities, and guiding journal development. For more information about the role and journal, please visit https://cdnsciencepub.com/do/10.1139/news.2026.02.19.02/full/  

Applications and nominations are due by May 30, 2026. 

Environmental Reviews recherche deux rédacteurs en chef pour succéder au Dr John Smol.

Les rédacteurs en chef sont chargés de sélectionner le contenu de la revue, de définir les priorités éditoriales et d'orienter le développement de la revue. Pour plus d'informations sur le poste et la revue, veuillez consulter le site https://cdnsciencepub.com/do/10.1139/news.2026.02.19.02/full/.

Les candidatures et les nominations doivent être soumises avant le 30 mai 2026.

FACETS is excited to share that Dr. Philip Loring is joining FACETS as a third Co-Editor-in-Chief, alongside Drs. Fanie Pelletier and Claire Jardine. Philip is the Global Director of Human Dimensions Science at The Nature Conservancy, where his work sits at the intersection of food systems, sustainability, social justice, and the social and cultural dimensions of environmental challenges.

His strong social science background will be a huge asset as FACETS continues to grow and expand further into the social sciences. They’re really looking forward to working with him!

As always, feel free to reach out if you’d like to chat more about what’s ahead. FACETS is still recruiting for another co-EiC position to succeed Dr. Fanie Pelletier; more information can be found here.

FACETS est ravi d'annoncer que le Dr Philip Loring rejoint FACETS en tant que troisième co-rédacteur en chef, aux côtés des Drs Fanie Pelletier et Claire Jardine. Philip est directeur mondial des sciences humaines chez The Nature Conservancy, où son travail se situe à la croisée des systèmes alimentaires, de la durabilité, de la justice sociale et des dimensions sociales et culturelles des défis environnementaux.

Sa solide formation en sciences sociales sera un atout considérable pour FACETS, qui continue de se développer et de s'étendre dans le domaine des sciences sociales. L'équipe est impatiente de travailler avec lui !

Comme toujours, n'hésitez pas à nous contacter si vous souhaitez en savoir plus sur ce qui vous attend. FACETS recrute toujours pour un autre poste de co-rédacteur en chef afin de succéder au Dr Fanie Pelletier ; vous trouverez plus d'informations ici.

FACETS is inviting early career researchers to join our editorial board as ECR Editors. This is an exciting opportunity to learn about peer-review and contribute to the growth and development of the journal. The ECR Editor role will also provide opportunities to work closely with members of the editorial board and the Editors-in-Chief. The deadline to apply is March 9th, 2026. 

You can find more details about the role, eligibility criteria, term, and how to apply here: https://cdnsciencepub.com/do/10.1139/news.2026.01.21/full/

FACETS invite les chercheurs en début de carrière à rejoindre notre comité de rédaction en tant que rédacteurs CDC. Il s'agit d'une opportunité passionnante d'en apprendre davantage sur l'évaluation par les pairs et de contribuer à la croissance et au développement de la revue. Le poste de rédacteur CDC offre également la possibilité de travailler en étroite collaboration avec les membres du comité de rédaction et les rédacteurs en chef. La date limite de candidature est fixée au 9 mars 2026.

Vous trouverez plus de détails sur le rôle, les critères d'éligibilité, la durée du mandat et les modalités de candidature ici : https://cdnsciencepub.com/do/10.1139/news.2026.01.21/full/

As a member organization of the Consortium of Aquatic Science Societies (CASS),  three Early Career or Student SCAS members will be eligible to participate in an innovative science communication and policy training program: Scientists Promoting Policy, Access, Research, and Knowledge (SP²ARK). The SP²ARK program is supported by the NSF-funded The EVOLVED project that is building programming and infrastructure for CASS to broaden participation in aquatic sciences. 

Program Overview: The SP²ARK Fellowship is a 6-month intensive training program from November 2024 to June 2025. It aims to build a diverse network of skilled science communicators among early-career members of CASS societies.

Key Details:

• Who: Early-career aquatic scientists (graduate students, Postdocs, and equivalent) who are members of any CASS society. While the policy training is US-specific, the tools covered are applicable globally, and we welcome applicants from all locations.
• When: Program runs from November 2024 to June 2025; applications due October 1, 2024, with notification by November 1, 2024.
• Where: Online, with regular monthly virtual sessions plus additional sessions for special topics throughout the year.
• Goal: To equip 30 SP²ARK Fellows with advanced science communication skills and build a network of early career CASS leaders.

Program Content: The SP²ARK program offers a comprehensive curriculum covering:

• Creating effective audience connections
• Developing strong narrative frameworks
• Handling challenging conversations
• Engaging with policy matters
• Media training
• Environmental justice issues

The Training Team: The program is led by a core team of four experts with backgrounds in government affairs, marine ecology, fisheries research, and aquatic invasive species management. Their combined expertise spans scientific research, policy, media, and creative science communication, ensuring a comprehensive and innovative training experience. There will also be featured guest speakers across the fellowship program.

Benefits for Participants and CASS:

• Develop practical skills in science communication
• Enhance ability to communicate science for policy impact
• Leadership development
• Strengthen networks within and across CASS societies
• Increase capacity for effective public engagement within our aquatic science community

To Apply:

• Applications open now through October 1, 2024
• Fill out the application form, including a personal statement and information about your interests and/or expertise within aquatic sciences

We believe SP²ARK aligns perfectly with CASS's mission to promote the importance and value of aquatic sciences. By investing in our early-career members' communication skills, we're strengthening the voice of aquatic sciences in public discourse and policy-making.

For more detailed information about the program, including eligibility criteria and the application process, please contact: sp2ark.fellows@gmail.com

This opportunity is funded by the National Science Foundation (Award #2233789).

Links:

• Application: https://forms.gle/XUv2vUiQN7bktvft9
• Website: https://storymaps.com/stories/200848fa16f44d148072cb60d4b4fb96
• For more information: sp2ark.fellows@gmail.com

FACETS is looking for a Co-Editor-in-Chief to help manage the body of interdisciplinary work submitted to the journal, and to provide leadership as the journal seeks to expand its scope to include more interdisciplinary social science research. FACETS currently has two Co-Editors-in-Chief who work together to lead and grow the journal, bringing the total to three with the addition of this role. Co-Editor-in-Chief is a volunteer position.

The journal

FACETS is Canada’s first multidisciplinary open access science journal. Established in 2016, it is published by Canadian Science Publishing, Canada's independent, not-for-profit publisher of international scientific journals. FACETS is the official journal of the Royal Society of Canada’s Academy of Science, and is also affiliated with the Canadian Science Policy Centre, the Canadian Society of Ecology and Evolution, the Canadian Society of Vertebrate Palaeontology, and the Society of Canadian Aquatic Sciences.

FACETS publishes rigorously vetted multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary research, much of which seeks to advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). FACETS primarily features original research, but also accommodates reviews, retrospectives, thought pieces, and articles on the application of scientific knowledge to policy, industry, management, and public interests.

The role

The Co-Editor-in-Chief is responsible for curating journal content, shaping editorial priorities, and guiding journal development. This involves:

working with the journal team on editorial priorities and journal direction, and on strategies to grow the journal, enhance its reputation, and attract high-quality content;

applying their expertise to help the journal team propel FACETS' growth in integrative social science research;

working with a group of Senior Editors to uphold the high quality of articles published in the journal by maintaining editorial standards and advising on manuscripts during peer review as needed;

selecting and working with a board of editors who represent the diverse disciplines and populations the journal serves, particularly those with the appropriate expertise in integrative social science research;

holding the journal to a high standard of peer review and ethical best practice in research and reporting;

building relationships and working with journal stakeholders to expand author and reviewer pools that include more diverse voices and perspectives.

The Co-Editor-in-Chief reports to the Executive Editor-in-Chief at Canadian Science Publishing.

What we’re looking for

The ideal Co-Editor-in-Chief for FACETS:

• has direct experience with social science methods and interdisciplinary research (familiarity working with Indigenous communities and knowledges would be helpful but not necessary for this role);
• cultivates a broad network of contacts and collaborators, and can be a confident champion for the journal within their own circles and when reaching out to new, previously excluded or untapped communities;
• has experience as an editor, and is deeply familiar with research, peer review, and publication ethics;
• supports open science and actively seeks to advance equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility within their sphere;
• is an effective communicator with a collaborative work style; and
• can dedicate time on a regular basis to help grow a thriving and dynamic journal.

Canadian Science Publishing is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA), and seeks to ensure that journal editorial boards reflect the diverse identities and characteristics of its research communities. We encourage applicants to highlight any additional information about their background that would contribute to this diversity of perspective and lived experience.

Applications should include:

• Full CV
• A letter (maximum 2 pages) including:
• a summary of your editorial experience and why you are interested in this role
• a brief description of your vision and goals for the journal over the next few years, including how you would build on the journal's success and how you would promote EDIA within the journal

Applications and nominations are due by May 1, 2024.

The term start and length of term are negotiable.

Applications and nominations should be sent to Jenny Crick (jenny.crick@cdnsciencepub.com).

This information is being forwarded on behalf of the organizers.

Ces informations sont transmises au nom des organisateur(trice)s.

The First Nations University of Canada, University of Regina, File Hills Tribal Council is excited to announce the 2024 Turtle Island Indigenous Science Conference will take place at First Nations University of Canada, the University of Regina, and the File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council Centre May 21 through 23, 2024. 

They invite you to come together to honour ancestral knowledge, explore cutting-edge research, and connect with Indigenous scholars.

The overarching theme of this year’s conference is Evidence-based approaches to Indigenous Knowledge and Science. Presentations are particularly requested for research addressing the conference session themes:

• Authentic and inclusive approaches to discovery and teaching

• Engaging youth in STEM

• Indigenous engagement with water, land, and the environment

• Relationships, partnerships, and sharing knowledges in a good way

• Open sessions on other topics.

Their featured plenary speakers include:

Professor Gregory Cajete, Tewa Indian from Santa Clara Pueblo, New Mexico Native American Studies and Language Literacy Sociocultural Studies Scholar, the University of New Mexico;     

Elder AJ Felix, Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation, Pipe Carrier and Firekeeper for Treaties 1-11, Nêhiyawak Elder, and Cree translator;

Dr. Jessica Hernandez, Binnizá and Maya Ch'orti', Indigenous Scholar, Scientist, Author of Fresh Banana Leaves, and Community Advocate in the Pacific Northwest;

Banquet speaker, Actor Alyssa Wapanatâhk, nehiyaw-iskwew (cree woman) from Bigstone Cree First Nation in Treaty 8 Territory, and star of Disney’s Peter Pan & Wendy (2023), as well as Bones Of Crows (2023), and CW’s Riverdale.  

For more information and registration options, please contact them through https://event.fourwaves.com/2024tiisc/pages

Preferred registration closes 25 March 2024

To recognize the work of Dr. Jeff Hutchings, co-founder of SCAS, our partner Canadian Science Publishing (CSP) presents two collections:

The first is a retrospective of Dr. Hutchings’ publications across several CSP journals. The papers in this collection are freely available until June 3, 2024 and can be accessed at: https://cdnsciencepub.com/topic/jeff-hutchings-retrospective

 

The second will be a collection of new research inspired by or aligning with Dr. Hutchings’ work on life histories, fisheries science, and science policy. For the full scope and details on how to submit an Abstract, please visit: https://cdnsciencepub.com/topic/jeff-hutchings-tribute

When: Thursday, February 22, 12:30-1:30pm

Room: Barkers Point A 

“What do you research?” A seemingly simple question, or not. Whether you’re describing what you plan to do, what you did, or what happened, communicating your research takes thought and reflection. Students and early-career professionals are invited to a lunch-hour event where breakout groups will discuss and craft content to use or build upon to communicate their research. 

REGISTER FOR THE EVENT

Breakout groups will commence by 1 pm, following time dedicated for socializing over lunch. The groups will be led by:

Nathanael Bergbusch, PhD student, University of Waterloo 

Natalie Rideout, PhD student, University of New Brunswick  

Hannah Harrison, Assistant Professor, Dalhousie University 

Natalie Sopinka, Journal Development Specialist, Canadian Science Publishing 

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Please note this event is limited to 55 participants. 

Co-organized by the SCAS Student and Early-Career Professional Committee, Canadian River Institute Student Leadership Committee, and Canadian Science Publishing.

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Do you want to get involved in Canada’s leading scientific society for the excellence, integration, and dissemination of expert knowledge in fisheries, limnology, and aquatic sciences? Put your name forward for the upcoming SCAS Board elections! We will be electing individuals into the following positions: Vice-President, Member-at-large, Secretary, and Early Career and Student representatives. Please see a description of duties for the positions here: https://osf.io/btzcm If you are interested in nominating yourself or an SCAS member for any of these positions, please send an email to Steve Cooke (Steven.Cooke@carleton.ca), SCAS President. Please include your Name, Board position of interest, and two paragraphs that provide a) a brief biography and, b) your interest in this position. Nominations will be accepted until Dec 8, 2023. An elections sub-committee will evaluate nominations and determine the slate of nominees by early Jan. 2024, with elections to be held virtually in the 3rd week of Jan. Positions will commence at the AGM in Fredericton in 2024 (attendance not required). Please don’t hesitate to reach out to Steven.Cooke@carleton.ca for more information! 

Dr. Steve Cooke

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Voulez-vous vous impliquer dans la principale société scientifique canadienne pour l'excellence, l'intégration et la diffusion des connaissances spécialisées dans les domaines de la pêche, de la limnologie et des sciences aquatiques ? Présentez votre candidature aux prochaines élections du conseil d'administration de la SCSA ! Nous élirons des personnes pour les postes suivants : Vice-président(e), membre à titre personnel, secrétaire et représentant(e) des étudiants et des jeunes professionnels. Vous trouverez une description des fonctions de ces postes à l'adresse suivante : https://osf.io/btzcm Si vous souhaitez proposer votre candidature ou celle d'un membre du SCSA à l'un de ces postes, veuillez envoyer un courriel à Steve Cooke (Steven.Cooke@carleton.ca), président du SCSA. Veuillez indiquer votre nom, le poste qui vous intéresse au sein du Conseil d'administration, ainsi que deux paragraphes présentant a) une brève biographie et b) l'intérêt que vous portez à ce poste. Les candidatures seront acceptées jusqu'au 8 décembre 2023. Un sous-comité des élections évaluera les candidatures et déterminera la liste des candidats au début de janvier 2024, et les élections se tiendront virtuellement au cours de la troisième semaine de janvier. Les postes seront créés lors de l'AGA qui se tiendra à Fredericton en 2024 (présence non requise). N'hésitez pas à contacter Steven.Cooke@carleton.ca pour plus d'informations !

Dr. Steve Cooke