Articles written by Gemma Richardson

Both California and Michigan signed into law in October measures to improve the lives of farm animals by phasing out some of the most cruel of practices.

Nov 2, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

Facing great personal risk, René Ngongo has tirelessly campaigned to protect and conserve the Congo Basin Forests - the second largest tropical forest in the word.

Nov 1, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

Over 10,000 scientists, NGOs, world leaders and delegates will meet in December to reach an agreement to cut global greenhouse gas emissions for 2012 onwards.

Sep 13, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

According to Greenpeace, the agreement reached with Kimberly-Clark has the potential to fundamentally shift the global forest products industry.

Aug 29, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

Many studies have tried to answer the question - is suicide contagious?

Aug 5, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

While there is plenty of information online for SharePoint site administrators and developers, "how-to" guides for more basic, standard functions are harder to find.

Jul 8, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

SharePoint is a user-friendly tool developed by Microsoft to enable collaborative, web-based workspace and content management environments.

Jun 24, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

It is time to stop reading and hearing about environmental problems and actually do something about them. Individual behaviour change is the first step.

May 5, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

Regardless of the condition of your rental property when you moved in, the landlord is obliged by law to keep your place in good condition and fit to live in.

Apr 18, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

Spencer Smith Park, a major city attraction and host to a variety of annual events, got its name from a tireless volunteer who kept the area by the waterfront tidy.

Apr 15, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

A review of J. Timothy Hunt's book published by McClelland & Stewart in 2005. ISBN: 0-7710-4154-3.

Apr 14, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

Many residents of this suburban community do not know much about the city they live in or its past. However, Burlington has an interesting and unique history.

Apr 9, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

In the Sub-Saharan African region, it is estimated that 50 per cent of maternal deaths are unsafe abortion-related.

Apr 9, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

In mind-numbing abundance, reality TV shows have taken over our airwaves.

Apr 2, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

It is time to stop reading and hearing about environmental problems and actually do something about them. Individual behaviour change is the first step.

Apr 1, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

Despite being ruled by a ruthless military dictatorship, Burma is a country that still manages to attract foreign investment and multinational corporations.

Mar 22, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

For the first time in Canadian history, a Senator has introduced legislation to amend The Fisheries Act in order to end the commercial seal hunt.

Mar 20, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

High prescription drug costs are a burden on any individual or family, especially for those with a low household income.

Mar 17, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

There are a variety of different media watchdog groups that claim to analyze the media in the public's interest and point out inaccuracies and bias.

Mar 15, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

Urging the Vancouver Olympic Organizing Committee to speak out against the commercial seal hunt is a new approach being taken by activists.

Mar 15, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

There are certain critical repairs that no landlord can put off addressing immediately and tenants should know when and how to deal with these emergency repair issues.

Mar 15, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

Unfortunately there are many people rent apartments that violate city bylaws but just do not know how to take action. A minimum standard of heating is required by law.

Mar 4, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

It is time to stop reading and hearing about environmental problems and actually do something about them. Individual behaviour change is the first step.

Mar 3, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

It is time to stop reading and hearing about environmental problems and actually do something about them. Individual behaviour change is the first step.

Feb 19, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

It is time to stop reading and hearing about environmental problems and actually do something about them. Individual behaviour change is the first step.

Jan 3, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

Knowledge of the use of child soldiers in Burma continues to result in reports of human rights abuses, but no action on the part of the international community.

Dec 17, 2008 - Gemma Richardson