PICS is proud to announce the first cohort of the Uplifting Reciprocal Research Scholarship Program—15 outstanding scholars from across our four partner universities. 🎓 🔗 Meet the scholars + learn more: climatesolutions.ca/fifteen-scho... www.youtube.com/watch?v=KAcs...

We are live at the Chief Frank Brown event! Join us via the livestream: www.facebook.com/share/1P5Cok...

In an era defined by the climate crisis, what does meaningful reconciliation look like? On the eve of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, @jannawale.bsky.social reflects on four pathways towards climate justice and reconciliation. #OrangeShirtDay climatesolutions.ca/reflections/...

A Radical Act of Hope has been named a finalist for the 2025 Signal Awards for podcasting, and we want your help in voting it in as the “Listener’s Choice Award!” This series was created with @picscanada.bsky.social and produced by Everything Podcasts.

Vote now for A Radical Act of Hope with Siila Watt-Cloutier in the @signalawards.bsky.social! vote.signalaward.com/PublicVoting...

Episode 4 of A Radical Act of Hope closes the series with a powerful moment: Siila Watt-Cloutier being blanketed at the University of Victoria by Elder Ivy Seward in honour of her lifetime of work. 🧡 Listen wherever you get your podcasts youtu.be/i75qg1uIejo

🚨 Exciting news! Our podcast A Radical Act of Hope has been nominated for a Signal Award! ✨ Help us win by voting now: vote.signalaward.com/PublicVoting... Don’t forget to confirm your vote in the email Signal sends you after signing up.

Heat pumps can save lives from heat while lowering emissions. But how do we equip more B.C. apartments with them? A new series from @urbanclimateleader.bsky.social & @vancouversun.bsky.social is packed with information, inspiration, and practical advice.

In Episode 3 of A Radical Act of Hope, Siila Sheila Watt-Cloutier shares how the voices of Arctic hunters, Elders, and women helped shift the global conversation through a landmark petition to the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights. youtu.be/s0yFP539Sw0

"Her wisdom seems to be just what the world needs, once again. I was immediately hooked and binge-listened to the four episodes." Listen to the PICS podcast A Radical Act of Hope with Siila Watt-Cloutier wherever you get your podcasts. reclimate.ca/placing-peop...

The PICS Climate Internship Program is now open for applications! The internship program provides B.C. organizations with up to $15,000 in funding to hire a student intern for summer 2026. Apply by Nov. 7, 2025: climatesolutions.ca/current-fund...

Indigenous communities have contributed little to climate change, yet face many of its harshest impacts. In A Radical Act of Hope, Janna Wale reflects on the grief of this reality — and how Indigenous leadership is carving a different path forward. 🎧 youtu.be/qU-H4HyhNhc

🌊 How can climate adaptation be more equitable, inclusive, and effective? Two new briefs from the PICS-funded Living With Water project argue the answer lies in putting values at the centre of adaptation planning. climatesolutions.ca/values-root-...

📢 Funding for Climate Events at PICS Universities 📢 PICS is offering up to $2,500 to groups, organizations, departments, or institutes at PICS-network universities (UBC, UVic, UNBC, & SFU) to host events that advance climate action. Learn more and apply now! ow.ly/LBVp50WTnhB

🌎✨ Ceremony. Conversation. Connection. Join us on October 1st, online or in person, for First Nations Climate Leadership: A Ceremony and Conversation with Hereditary Chief Frank Brown. Register today: climatesolutions.ca/event/first-...

🍂 A new season is a chance to reset — and to reflect on the big questions that guide climate work. A Radical Act of Hope is a limited series podcast that explores the life, work, and wisdom of Siila Watt-Cloutier. Episodes are available at climatesolutions.ca www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUVn...

Fire season in B.C. starts earlier and lasts longer now — and local, regional, and First Nations governments are key to preparedness, response, and recovery. This fact sheet can help busy public servants and leaders as they work to protect their communities. climatesolutions.ca/explainers/f...

💡 Planning a climate action event in your community? Our Community Climate Action Events program offers $2,500–$5,000 to support events that turn ideas into action. B.C. community organizations, Indigenous organizations & First Nations can apply by Friday, Oct. 3. ow.ly/WylF50WPKxq #ClimateAction

Head's up, #Science and #ClimateChange writers and journalists in BC! PICS is accepting expressions of interest for a Writer in Residence for a Climate Foresight Dialogue retreat on Galiano Island in October. More details on this unique opportunity: climatesolutions.ca/careers/call...

BC's summers are evolving, bringing wildfire smoke & extreme heat. Discover how researchers like Dr. Sarah Marie Wiebe are tackling climate impact on health. @uvic.ca #uvic #climate #heat #heatdome healthresearchbc.ca/news_article...

As BC reviews #CleanBC, it could strengthen communities by linking climate action with housing and economic development. In @thefutureeconomyca.bsky.social, Tamara Krawchenko explores how embracing a territorial development approach could help BC meet build a resilient future. ow.ly/xL2F50WMsrt

How do we prepare for climate challenges we can’t yet see? 🔭 Through our new Climate Foresight program, PICS is funding six bold initiatives that look beyond today’s problems to those emerging. ow.ly/uy5N50WIwRb #ClimateForesight #ClimateSolutions #ClimateResearch

Meet Marc-André Parisien, Research Scientist at the Canadian Forest Service. His work focuses on wildfire regimes in the boreal biome, with 130+ publications & features in science + media. Excited to have him as a panelist #Wildfire #Research @picscanada.bsky.social @unbcgeographyensc.bsky.social

Haven’t hit submit yet? Here's a news for you! UNBC Wildfire Workshop submission deadline for Abstracts & Special Sessions is extended to September 15th, 2025! #wildfire #bcwildfire #research #workshop #academia @unbcgeographyensc.bsky.social @picscanada.bsky.social @bcwildfirewkly.bsky.social

Congratulations to our colleague Dr. Katya Rhodes! Read her recent work with PICS, on climate engagement in B.C.: climatesolutions.ca/explainers/h...

What’s the link between #reconciliation and #ClimateSolutions? For Siila Watt-Cloutier, they’re deeply intertwined. Both are about repairing relationships — with each other, and with the land, ice, and waters that sustain us. 🎧 Hear her vision for healing people and the planet: ow.ly/MxZY50WE9WL

Extreme heat is now a summer reality in B.C.... and it’s deadly. 🌡️ Our latest Explainer gives decision makers the latest evidence on the actions that can protect health and save lives in extreme heat. climatesolutions.ca/explainers/h...

Excited to welcome Dr. Lori Daniels, UBC’s Koerner Chair for Wildfire Coexistence, for a powerful talk on how can we live with fire in a warming world. Don’t miss this! Register now! #wildfires #bcwildfire #workshop #resilience @picscanada.bsky.social @unbcgeographyensc.bsky.social

In Ep. 4 of A Radical Act of Hope, former Premier of Greenland Aleqa Hammond speaks to the deep impact of #ClimateChange on Inuit living in close relationship with land, ice, and sea. 🎧 Listen to the full episode: ow.ly/YEAv50WwXK8 #ClimateJustice #IndigenousLeadership #Podcast #ClimatePodcast

Attending the UNBC Wildfire Workshop, 22–24 Oct 2025? You have the option to join a field trip excursion. We will be heading to Chun T’oh Whudujut – the Ancient Forest, a rare inland temperate rainforest in BC. Limited spots! Register now! @picscanada.bsky.social @unbcgeographyensc.bsky.social

PICS’ Daniel Arbour shares insights from a spring tour of B.C.’s Southern Interior, where communities are navigating climate impacts with creativity and care. Read the full reflection: climatesolutions.ca/reflections/... #ClimateAction #BCClimate #SouthernInterior

🎙️ In Episode 3 of A Radical Act of Hope, we dive into Silla Watt-Cloutier’s work on the landmark petition to the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, which changed the discourse around climate change by framing it as a human rights violation. climatesolutions.ca/podcast-a-ra...

In B.C., summer has a new name: wildfire season. 🔥 Local, regional, and First Nations governments play a crucial role in wildfire planning, response, and recovery. Our latest Explainer breaks down the science, the risks, and what communities can do to prepare. climatesolutions.ca/explainers/f...

On Episode 2 of A Radical Act of Hope, @jannawale.bsky.social reflects on Siila Watt-Cloutier's example of leadership for other climate advocates and young Indigenous leaders. Listen to all 4 episodes now, wherever you get your podcasts or at climatesolutions.ca climatesolutions.ca/podcast-a-ra...

🎙️ In Episode 2 of A Radical Act of Hope, Siila Watt-Cloutier reflects on the journey from her childhood in the Arctic to global climate advocacy—and the moments and people who shaped her path. 🎧 Listen to all episodes at climatesolutions.ca/podcast-a-ra... or wherever you get your podcasts.

“We are hit very hard up in the Arctic. We hear and see it every single day,” Watt-Cloutier said. “Listen to those voices on the ground, not just the politicians.” Listen to A Radical Act of Hope, wherever you get your podcasts. www.nationalobserver.com/2025/07/08/n...

🌍 What’s next for climate policy in B.C.? With the carbon tax repeal and a CleanBC review underway, B.C. stands at a climate crossroads. Join IPAC Victoria and ACET for a timely panel featuring expert voices across sectors. climatesolutions.ca/event/beyond...

🎧 Looking for your weekend listen? We’ve got you. All 4 episodes of A Radical Act of Hope are now live—and it’s the perfect time to dive in. Head to our website to explore the full series, meet the hosts & guests, & find links to your favourite podcast platforms climatesolutions.ca/podcast-a-ra...

🎧 Your summer binge listen is here—all 4 episodes of A Radical Act of Hope are now live! Join Inuk climate and human rights advocate Siila Watt-Cloutier, as she shares her extraordinary story, from the Arctic to the global stage. Stream all episodes now! open.spotify.com/show/3CNgs5y...

I had a great chat with Abigail Popple of the Rocky Mountain Goat, and the end result is this news story about our ongoing research in the Robson Valley! www.therockymountaingoat.com/2025/06/unbc... @unbcgeographyensc.bsky.social @unbc-nresi.bsky.social @picscanada.bsky.social

Coming soon… just not quite yet. We’re taking a little extra time to make sure A Radical Act of Hope launches at its best. It’s not launching on June 26 as planned, but it’s coming very soon. Thanks for hanging in with us—this one’s worth the wait!

👏 Indigenous leadership drives climate justice. Today we honour Chief Frank Brown, λáλíya̓ sila, the newest Indigenous Climate Fellow at @picscanada.bsky.social and all Indigenous Peoples whose teachings and care for these lands and waters continue to guide us. #NIPD ➡️ Learn more: ow.ly/msy950WcxV8

Announcing PICS' next Indigenous Climate Fellow: Heiltsuk Hereditary Chief Frank Brown λáλíya̓ sila. 📣 From leading Tribal Journeys to advising the Indigenous Leadership Initiative, Chief Brown brings decades of experience and guidance to this role. climatesolutions.ca/chief-frank-...

⏳ One week to go! We can’t wait for you to hear this. In one week, A Radical Act of Hope launches—sharing the story, insight, and leadership of Siila Watt-Cloutier. This series is about climate, yes—but it’s also about identity, connection, and courage.

If you haven’t already heard, you can now find us at climatesolutions.ca! Why the change? Because climate solutions are the heart of what we do—supporting those working to solve climate change issues with the tools they need to act. Click around, stay awhile 👉 climatesolutions.ca

🎧 Sneak peek: The audio trailer is here! “A Radical Act of Hope” is a new podcast from PICS featuring Siila Watt-Cloutier, Inuk climate leader and PICS’ inaugural Indigenous Climate Fellow. Listen to the trailer now—and get ready for the full series drop on June 26! ow.ly/Tfo050W5HCg

New URL, same mission 💻🌱 We’ve officially moved to climatesolutions.ca! This new web address puts our purpose front and centre: delivering real-world climate solutions for B.C. and beyond. Update your bookmarks and stay connected with us at climatesolutions.ca 💻✅

🧵 B.C. faces growing climate threats: wildfires, floods, extreme heat, and droughts. How can we turn research into resilience? Integrating the latest climate research into risk assessments can transform our approach from reactive to proactive. climatesolutions.ca/explainers/a...

🎧 Coming Soon: A Radical Act of Hope Inuk climate justice advocate Sheila Watt-Cloutier invites us into her approach to leadership, and her world. Watch the trailer now. Full series drops June 26. www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUVn...

Earlier today, Siila Watt-Cloutier, PICS inaugural Indigenous Climate Fellow, delivered a powerful keynote at the Right Here, Right Now Climate Summit. 🌍 🎙️ ✨ Stay tuned for a special announcement from us and Siila next week! 📸 Photo from Siila’s keynote at the 2022 Right Here, Right Now Summit.