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Baltimore Has Poe; Philadelphia Wants Him
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 10:05:09 -0000
An Edgar Allan Poe scholar is arguing that Poe’s remains belong in Philadelphia, where he wrote many of his most noteworthy works.
Paralympic Athletes Add Equality to Their Goals
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 07:38:02 -0000
Many Paralympians criticize the U.S. Olympic program for giving them fewer benefits than Olympians receive.
Highway Fund Shortfall May Halt Road Projects
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 08:29:41 -0000
An important account in the federal Highway Trust Fund will run out of money this month, which could hamper road and bridge projects, the transportation secretary said.

Christian Science Monitor | Top Stories

In dispirited Detroit, mayor pleads guilty
Plea deal ousts Kilpatrick after an eight-month scandal. Interim mayor inherits a city in a slump.
As Gustav evacuees return to New Orleans, a varied homecoming
Many find their houses are fairly intact. Power loss is still a problem.
France gives boost to Israeli-Syrian talks
French President Sarkozy, in Damascus this week, was also thought to be seeking Syria's help in dealing with Iran's nuclear program.

 

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Aboriginal Canada Portal: Environment and Natural Resources - Government of Canada portal for aboriginal environment and natural resource information. Provides features, links, news and activities.

500 Biodiesel Association of Canada (BAC) - Promotes the development of a Canadian commercial biodiesel industry. Introduction to biodiesel, fuel uses, news items, where to buy, and publications.

Canada's Digital Collections - Showcases over 375 web sites celebrating Canada's history, geography, science, technology, and culture.

Canadian Association of Geographers - CAG is the national organization representing practicing geographers from public and private sectors and from universities. Provides events, publications and contact information.

Canadian Association of Palynologists - Covers all branches of palynology from the Paleozoic through the Quaternary. Provides newsletter and information resource on Canadian palynology.

Canadian Association of Physicists - Information on the association for physicists living in Canada.
Meta Description: [ The Canadian Association of Physicists CAP ]

Canadian Biodiversity Information Network - Part of the clearing-house Mechanism (CHM) of the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity. Provides biodiversity information and data from across the country.

Canadian Bioinformatics Help Desk Directory of Canadian Researchers - A directory listing Canadian life science researchers, many of whom are sponsored by Genome Canada.

Canadian Bioinformatics Workshops - Provides information about bioinformatics in Canada. Workshops, certification and resources.
Meta Description: [ Bioinformatics.ca is a bioinformatics resource portal. On these pages you will find information on the bioinformatics certificate, bursaries, conferences, canadian bioinformatics research, bioinformatics jobs, bioinformatics resources and bioinformatics training activities in Canada. ]

Canadian Centre for Pollution Prevention - Extensive information on implementing actions that avoid or minimize the creation of pollution and waste, including conferences, events, and education opportunities.

Canadian Council of Professional Engineers - CCPE regulate the practice of engineering in Canada. Provides information on their national programs, guidelines, policies, services and initiatives.
Meta Description: [ The Canadian Council of Professional Engineers (CCPE) is the national organization of the 12 provincial and territorial licensing bodies that regulate the practice of engineering in Canada and license professional engineers. By providing national programs, guidelines, policies and coordination, i... ]

Canadian Council on Ecological Areas - The CCEA is committed to establishing a comprehensive network of protected areas linked together in a system that will protect Canada's terrestrial and aquatic diversity in perpetuity.

500 Canadian Environmental Law Association - Non-profit organization that uses existing laws to protect and advocate for the environment. Provides publications and documents related to CELA's client representation.

Canadian Environmental Network - Work to protect the Earth and promote ecologically sound ways of life. The CEN works on many issues. Provides resources, newsletter and large link collection.

Canadian Federation of Biological Societies - Information about the CFBS which represents Canadian biological and biomedical professional associations.
Meta Description: [ Research consortium representing Canadian biological and biomedical professional associations. CFBS membership is composed of researchers from university, government and industrial laboratories. ]

Canadian Institute for Environmental Law and Policy - Provide leadership in the development of environmental law and policy that promotes the public interest. Site provides news, history, reports and contact information.

404 Canadian Landscapes - Features collection of photographs from the Canadian Geological Survey highlighting the natural landscape.

Canadian Mathematical Society - Information on the CMS including activities and publications.

Canadian Meteorological and Oceanographic Society - Mission is the advancement of meteorology and oceanography in Canada. Provides information on services, membership and links.
Meta Description: [ CMOS exists for the advancement of meteorology and oceanography in Canada. SCMO est de stimuler l'intérêt pour la météorologie et l'océanographie au Canada ]

Canadian Mycological Resource - A mycological portal for Canadians. Information and links which are useful for amateur and professional mycologists.
Meta Description: [ A fungi portal for canadians. ]

Canadian Operational Research Society - Provides information, bulletins and activities. Site in English and French.

Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists - Non-profit registered society, whose primary focus is to further the conservation and prudent management of Canada's natural resources based on sound ecological principles. Provides tools, resource links, job listings and contact information.

Canadian Soils Information System - Soils maps and descriptions, plus extensive information on related topics in agriculture and ecology.
Meta Description: [ Agricultural land use impacts the water used by over 90% of Canada's population and has a direct influence on the health and safety of Canadians. This web-site presents example projects to demonstrate the potential of information products that could be provided to Canadians through a National L... ]

CanadianEnvironmental.com - Forum for professionals who manage environmental issues related to industry to network, develop solutions, and access environmental information and resources. Events, legislation and resources.
Meta Description: [ CanadianEnvironmental.com - a comprehensive resource of Canadian environmental management information and resources related to industry. Features of CanadianEnvironmental.com include Canadian environmental management information; easy access to environmental legislation and guidelines; an environ... ]

CanExplore - Developed through a cooperative agreement between Agriculture and Agri-food Canada, Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, and Natural Resources Canada. Provides access to information related to the sustainable use of natural resources.

Car Heaven - Program to take polluting cars off the roads in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario. Participants are offered a free tow of the vehicle and financial incentives.

Centre Patronal de l'Environnement du Québec - The CPEQ's mission is to promote the interests of industry and business in environmental matters with the governments and public in the context of sustainable development. The Centre presents a unified position on important matters of common interest by coordinating its members' objectives and achieving a reasonable consensus.
Meta Description: [ Le Centre patronal de l'environnement a comme objectif premier d'agir comme porte-parole des associations et des entreprises membres auprès des gouvernements et du public sur les préoccupations, les efforts et les réalisations de l'industrie en matière de protection de l'environnement. Il off... ]

Chemical Institute of Canada - Umbrella organization for the Canadian Society for Chemistry, the Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering and the Canadian Society for Chemical Technology. Information and resources.
Meta Description: [ The Chemical Institute of Canada is an umbrella organization for three Constituent Societies: the Canadian Society for Chemistry, the Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering and the Canadian Society for Chemical Technology. The purpose of the Institute is to promote common scientific ... ]

David Suzuki Foundation - An environmental non-profit organization working to design a vision of Earth in which humans live within the planet's productive capacity, and finding and communicating practical steps to bring that vision to reality. Includes news and articles.
Meta Description: [ The David Suzuki Foundation is a science-based Canadian environmental organization, working to protect the balance of nature and our quality of life, now and for future generations. ]

Empowering Environmental Students on the World Wide Web - Provides one-stop resources for environmental information. News, events, links, issues and archives.
Meta Description: [ thegreenpages.ca is a national network of eco-minded individuals whose mission is to empower and support students, educators, and communities by connecting them to environmental information for the purpose of making meaningful contributions towards environmental sustainability. Using the Internet... ]

Energy Probe Research Foundation - Comprised of Probe International, Energy Probe, Environmental Bureau of Investigation, Environment Probe, Urban Renaissance Institute, Consumer Policy Institute, and Margaret Laurence Fund. One of Canada's leading environmental and public policy research institutes.

Energy Probe Research Foundation - An environmental think-tank who perform research on issues affecting Canadians, and who work to effect policy change via the media and their various sub-organizations.

Entomological Society of Canada - About the organization, publications, articles, common names of insects, calendar of meetings and events, and links.

Envireform - To equip Canadians to participate in shaping international trade and finance regimes that enhance environmental quality, social cohesion and sustainable development at home and abroad
Meta Description: [ EnviReform at the University of Toronto: This program identifies effective ways for Canadians to participate more cohesively and directly in the international trade and finance systems that affect their natural environment, food, health and safety. It analyzes the social and environmental impact... ]

Environment Probe - Public interest organization that promotes property rights and market mechanisms to protect the environment. On line publications on property rights, fisheries, forestry, water and wastewater.
Meta Description: [ Environment Probe: a Canadian public interest organization that promotes property rights and market mechanisms to protect the environment ]

Environmental Bureau of Investigation - EBI is a project of the Energy Probe Research Foundation (EPRF). Protect public resources through the application and enforcement of environmental laws.Features the Citizens Guide to Environmental Investigation and Private Prosecution online.
Meta Description: [ The Environmental Bureau of Investigation (EBI) ]

Environmental Defence Canada - Provides assistance in environmental law for environmental protection and the tools and knowledge to protect and improve the environment. Site has news, articles and resources.

First Nations Environmental Network - A circle of Canadian First Nations people working to protect and restore the balance of all life through traditional Indigenous values.
Meta Description: [ Voices for Mother Earth ]

Friends of the Earth Canada - Environmental organizations that campaign on the most urgent environmental and social issues of the day. Information on the activities of FOE.
Meta Description: [ Friends of the Earth Canadian Charity - speaking out on environmental issues water pollution, air pollution and enviromental protection. , ]

Friends of the Environment Foundation - Encourage Canadians to participate in the restoration of their local environment.

Geomatics Industry Association of Canada - GIAC is a business association dedicated to serving the geomatics industry in Canada. Provides information on membership, publications links and products.
Meta Description: [ The Web site of the Geomatics Industry Association of Canada contains: a directory of companies, government agencies and educational institutions involved in GIS, remote sensing, surveying and mapping; geomatics news items; and links to the sites of GIAC Member Firms and other key organizations. ]

Go for Green - Charitable organization encouraging Canadians to pursue healthy, outdoor physical activities while being good environmental citizens. Support initiatives to enhance personal and environmental health.
Meta Description: [ Go for Green is a national non-profit, charitable organization encouraging Canadians to pursue healthy, outdoor physical activities that protect, enhance or restore the environment. Successful national programs initiated by Go for Green include TrailPAQ, Active Transportation, Active & Safe Route... ]

Great Canadian Scientists - Meet some great Canadian scientists and learn about their achievements. The site consists of early draft chapters of the book, as well as a great reference for learning more about the scientists.

Greenpeace Canada - Independent campaigning organization that uses non-violent, creative confrontation to expose global environmental problems. Provides information, news, resources and research solutions.
Meta Description: [ Greenpeace is an independent, campaigning organization that uses non-violent, creative confrontation to expose global environmental problems. and to force the solutions that are esential to a green and peaceful future. ]

Hyperlab - Review of science and technology in France and Canada: scientific exchange handbook, France's most famous scientists, newsletter, franco-canadian newsgroup.

Innovation Canada - Internet publication by the Canada Foundation for Innovation-an independent corporation established by the Government of Canada in 1997. Features research news and stories based on the projects that receive support.
Meta Description: [ Science news article of canadian research and development. Innovation Canada targets an interest in research and innovation including medical informations, study, project and applied research ]

International Institute for Sustainable Development - IISD promotes sustainable development in decision-making. Info on Community Adaptation and Sustainable Livelihoods (CASL) program. Resources addressing climate change and adaptation in the Arctic and Great Plains.
Meta Description: [ Welcome to the International Institute for Sustainable Development. IISD's vision is better living for all—sustainably; its mission is to champion innovation, enabling societies to live sustainably. We use internet communications, global partnerships, capacity building and rigorous research to ... ]

Mat's Great Outdoor Site - A collection of information and links related to Canada's environment.
Meta Description: [ Learn about the planet s problems. Know what to do. Help out with hints and tips. All you need to know about renewable energy!Information,tips,hints,sites and more!!!Come and see! ]

Minerals and Metals a World to Discover - An educational tour of Canada's minerals and metals. Provides information on how these natural resources are used in daily activities by playing games on this page.
Meta Description: [ Information on the application of the Government of Canada corporate identifiers to new electronic media including the internet ]

Mining Watch Canada - Provides response to the threats to public health, water and air quality, fish and wildlife habitat and community interests posed by irresponsible mineral policies and practices in Canada and around the world.
Meta Description: [ Back-End.org A GPL CMS based on PHP/MySQL ]

Museum of Science and Technology - Science museum site in Ottawa. Includes information on exhibits, publications, special events, and programs.
Meta Description: [ CSTM is the largest museum of its kind in Canada. We fulfill our mission through our artifact, photographic and documentary collection, exhibits, publications, special events, school programs, workshops, demonstrations, conferences, lectures, expert advice and joint action with other museums an... ]

National Microbiology Laboratory - The NML is a high containment laboratories, for human and animal health located in the Canadian Science Centre for Human and Animal Health in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Provides information on research, training and activities.

North American Commission for Environmental Cooperation - The CEC address regional environmental concerns and promote the enforcement of environmental law. Complements the environmental provisions of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Provides news, events, projects, information and resources.

NRC - Research Press - Part of Canada Institute for Scientific and Technical Information (CISTI), NRC Research Press publishes scholarly journals, monographs, conferences and allied publications in paper and electronic format.
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Partnership Group for Science and Engineering - PAGSE is a cooperative association of more than 20 national organizations in science and engineering. Provides information on events, publications and links.

Pembina Institute for Appropriate Development - Independent, citizen-based non-profit organization involved in environmental education, research, public policy development, and corporate environmental management services.
Meta Description: [ The Pembina Institute is a not-for-profit environmental policy research and education organization. Our main program areas are sustainable energy, climate change, environmental governance, ecological fiscal reform, sustainability indicators, and the environmental impacts of the energy industry. ]

People and Planet - A gateway to environment, peace and sustainable living sites, featuring eco-jobs, volunteer opportunities, events, resources, and an e-mail newsletter.
Meta Description: [ Gateway to environment, peace and sustainable living in Canada and beyond. Eco-jobs, contracts, internships, volunteer opportunities, events, courses, links, resources, e-mail newsletter and lists. Also: sustainable/organic food, gardening and agriculture. ]

Pollution Probe - A leading Canadian environmental organization on many issues. Provide information, publications and activities.

Prairie Regional Research Data Centre - Computer lab which hosts Statistics Canada surveys permitting longitudinal research in several Health and Social Sciences fields. Provides description of services.

Royal Society of Canada - National body of distinguished Canadian scientists and scholars that promote learning and research. Provides information on membership, programs and publications.

Science and Technology for Canadians - Government of Canada portal for science and technology. Provides features, links, news and activities for the public like Citizen Watch.
Meta Description: [ The official source for Science and Technology from the Government of Canada. La source officielle du gouvernement du Canada pour les sciences et la technologie., La source officielle du gouvernement du Canada pour les sciences et la technologie. The official source for science and technology fro... ]

Sierra Club of Canada - Work on matters of public policy and environmental awareness. Information on local chapters and working groups in every region of the country.
Meta Description: [ Sierra Club of Canada works on issues ranging from climate change and energy to toxic chemical contamination and loss of biological diversity. ]

Sierra Legal Defence Fund - Protects the environment by upholding and enforcing Canada's environmental laws, providing free legal advice and representation. Information on environmental conditions and issues (examples include air and water pollution, impacts of logging, endangered species, and B.C. salmon).
Meta Description: [ Sierra Legal Defence Fund is a progressive, non-profit environmental law organization that provides free, precedent-setting, legal services to the environmental community in Canada. ]

Sierra Youth Coalition / Coalition Jeunesse Sierra - The SYC is the youth-run branch of the Sierra Club of Canada that serves as an action centre for youth concerned about the environment.

Statistical Society of Canada - Information, resources and publications.

Synoptic Dendroclimatology: Central to Eastern Canada - Reconstruction of spatiotemporal warm season drought severity over a 220-year period using tree-ring chronologies distributed across the southern Canadian boreal forest. Discusses the implications of large scale atmospheric circulation shifts.

The Canadian Information Processing Society - CIPS is an association of Canadian information technology (IT) professionals. Provide membership information and resources for members.
Meta Description: [ The Official Web site Of The Canadian Information Processing Society ]

The Ecology Action Centre - Canadian group has been an active advocate in protecting the environment since 1972. Working on issues of transportartion, wilderness, sustainable communities and the marine environment.
Meta Description: [ Focussing on Marine, Coastal, Wilderness, Transportation, and Environment & Development Issues throughout Nova Scotia. ]

The Evergreen Foundation - Work to create healthy cities through innovative community naturalization projects across Canada - on school grounds, on public lands, and on the home landscape. Provides information about programs, resources and events.
Meta Description: [ Evergreen is an innovative charity that explores the relationship between nature, culture and community in urban spaces. ]

The Genetics Society of Canada (GSC) Conference - To be held in Halifax in June 5-8, 2003. Provides event and contact information.
Meta Description: [ The Genetics Society of Canada or GSC Conference web site. In June 2003, the Canadian Genetics Conference will be held in Halifax, Nova Scotia. ]

The Green Group - Provides information on environmental education for a sustainable future including the Eco-Pals program -- a pen-pen program on an environmental theme for students grades K to 9.