Exploring Maslow’s Hiearchy of Needs
The unconscious desires and needs of each individual: that’s the definition of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. Abraham Maslow was an American psychologist dedicated to…
Science
Exotic animals: Should they be allowed in Canada? (Seventh in a series)
There are people all across Canada and around the world who enjoy the thrill of spectacle of keeping exotic pets. Exotic animals are beautiful…
The organizations of conservation (Sixth in a series)
There are a number of organizations that are putting time and effort into the conservation, protection and safety of wild animals and nature around…
When wildlife meets humans (Fifth in a series)
Every year animals are relocated or die because of human and wildlife conflicts. These conflicts can include anything from the wild animal becoming too…
The downside of the growing world (Fourth in a series)
Modernization is a major cause of decreasing populations of wild animals around the world, according to Theo Colborn of the World Wildlife Fund. Many…
This is Levi (third in a series)
On March 26, Levi, an adult male harbour porpoise, was discovered by a woman on the shore of the Saanich Inlet. He was found…
What to expect when you’re expecting a panda (Second in a series)
It seems as though birthing a panda may be harder for conservationists than for the panda herself. Giant pandas are a species of endangered…
Humans and animals: What are we doing? (First in a series)
Every day, there are animals across the province being affected by humans. This series of seven articles will look at the major influences humans…
Opinion: InSite from an outside perspective
InSite, one of the most controversial health programs ever established in North America, has reached its 10th anniversary this year. Since it started in…