The Cove

It has been a week of documentaries. Last night I went to a screening of The Cove. It was good, but it was a sad film. After leaving No Impact Man so inspired, it was depressing leaving the auditorium yesterday. At least I wasn't bawling like throughout Sharkwater. So jealous of freedivers though, I love dolphins forever.

No Impact Man

I saw No Impact Man last week. It was so motivational, I felt like I could do it. Four weeks left of school and then it is time to do everything I ever wanted to do. Looks like living with zero impact could be on the list, after I fly around the world of course. Dreams getting in the way of dreams, what a life. Check out the zero footprint hero Colin Beavan's blog and for information on how to reduce your own footprint check out the project to download a pdf how-to.

Polar Tweets

Cutest thing ever. If you have Twitter, you have to follow these guys. Love Polar Bears.

Defending Democracy

Elizabeth May speaking out against Harper. Such an incredible lady, from her first battle against the use of pesticides in NS in the late 1970s to fighting for Green in Ottawa in 2010, I love her.

Critter Cam

Amazing footage of amazing animals. So obsessed!

Study Abroad

Now is that time of year... to start looking for new places to explore! Last year I went to Cuba. This year I am dying to go to Africa and India. Africa is a no-go since I am graduating this year! and it falls right over convocation, but perhaps India? So many information sessions right now, take advantage and learn in a new place next year.

Atlantic Eco-Expo

I am currently trying to volunteer for this showcase of environmentally friendly business from all over Halifax and surrounding areas. Went to one of these exhibits in high school in Oakville and was blown away. Should be a good one, head over at some point this weekend.

Sharkwater

Sharkwater is an amazing documentary made by Rob Stewart, who is from Toronto. Stewart presents a counter-narrative to the fear instilled in us by Jaws. He shows sharks as being shy and smart, wanting nothing to do with humans. Throughout his film I was captivated, even though I am usually a sucker for pandas, dogs and seals (think WWF, PETA and Greenpeace), it made me want to get on a boat and start fighting shark finning. If you like The Discovery Channel's Shark Week, animals, or learning something new, this film is for you. Watch the trailer online, then go and rent the film, then take action! Warning: I cried 3 times throughout this film, however that only goes to show how much of an impact it has.

Happy Halloween!

I know I'm a little bit late... midterms were a killer this semester! Every year dedicated Oxfam-ers get together on campus to hand out fair trade chocolate. This raises awareness to the student body about what fair trade is and why it is so great in a fun and yummy way. The reverse trick-or-treating is also done by going door to door dressed up and handing out chocolate and brochures. Such an amazing idea, get dressed up and do it yourself next year or even hand out fair trade chocolate at your door. Just Us! sponsored our event but Global Exchange is a good way to find out more information. Meal Exchange was also around campus, collecting food and raising awareness about poverty. Two organizations making Halloween even more amazing than it already is! Poverty is super scary so keep it in mind next year when decorating the house, getting into costume and eating delicious snacks.

Foreign Policy Camp

If you're in Vancouver, B.C. it's time to sign up for camp, Foreign Policy Camp that is! You don't have to be involved in international development studies, you don't have to have traveled the world. This program is all about bringing new ideas to the table and breaking down traditional hierarchies so that everyone has a voice. More information about this event is posted on their website.