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“Food sovereignty is only possible if it takes place at the same time as political sovereignty of peoples.” (Nyéléni 2007: 5) 

Family Relations and Human Development Master's student Dakota Cherry believes that supporting communities in achieving food sovereignty, or the capacity to determine their own food futures and food security, is essential in building the food systems we need. Dakota shared some insights on her research and how she believes we can positively impact our food systems. 

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Housing affordability has been top of mind for many Canadians as an already challenging market was made even worse during the pandemic. But conversations about rising mortgage rates and house prices tend to overlook an important segment of the rental market: renters.  

Forests are the lungs of our planet and play a pivotal role in the global climate and ecological systems. As our forests face threats from pests, climate change, and human activity, this in turn threatens human and animal wellbeing.  

Two University of Guelph researchers are planning to use drone technology to better monitor and understand factors impacting forests and the animals that live within them. 

When Nicholas Scapillati began the Master of Conservation Leadership (MCL), he hoped to elevate his credentials and stay competitive in conservation. However, upon graduation, Nicholas found that he walked away with much more, feeling more connected to his colleagues in the conservation community and gaining a deeper understanding of conservation and its relationship with colonization.

Conservation is an incredible complex undertaking. How does one weigh the costs and benefits of conserving an at-risk species with the potential impact the conservation will have on their human and animal neighbours?