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Recently there was cause for celebration in the E.C. Smith Herbarium, part of the Irving Biodiversity Collection at Acadia University. Thanks to the dedication of researchers in Dr. Zoë Migicovsky’s lab (Biology) nearly 7000 backlogged herbarium specimens have been inventoried for integration...
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October 15th saw a group of scientists and practitioners come together to discuss the health of Nova Scotia’s Lakes, co-hosted by Dr. Nick Hill of the Southwest Nova Biosphere and the K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre. The event focused on the lakes of the province’s southwestern...
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The K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre and Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens are pleased to announce a leadership change with the appointment of Dr. Mark Mallory as our new Director of Research, succeeding Dr. Ian Spooner, who concludes his six-year term in the...
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The Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens were featured on a recent episode of Wild Nova Scotia, produced by Firefly Digital Media for Eastlink Community TV. The full episode, linked above, is available free on YouTube until January 2026. The Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens...
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Acadia University and the K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre have selected three incoming undergraduate students as Arthur L. Irving Family Foundation Scholars in 2025. The scholarship, valued at $80,000 over four years, is among the most prestigious in Canada. It is awarded...
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Monthly Bee Walks at the Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens Join us at the Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens to learn about the fascinating lives of native bees! Bee Walk Dates: Space is limited, please secure your spot by sending us an email at:...
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The benefits of spending time outside are numerous. On Friday June 13, counsellors and faculty affiliated with the Red Spruce Mental Health Centre, along with current students and graduates of Acadia’s M.Ed. in Counselling program, learned more about outdoor-based therapy methods. This...
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MSc Environmental Science student Gretchen McPhail recently represented Acadia University at the SETAC (Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry) Europe 35th Annual Meeting in Vienna, Austria. Held annually, the SETAC Europe conference brings together thousands of scientists, researchers, and environmental professionals from...
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May 29–30, 2025 — Acadia University proudly hosted the annual Nova Scotia Envirothon, welcoming ten high school teams from across the province to compete for the 2025 provincial title. This hands-on environmental science competition continues to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards. What is Envirothon?...
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Reflecting on the legacy and values of Mr. Arthur Irving Today marks one year since the passing of Mr. Arthur Irving, a remarkable man who lived his values of compassion, tenacity, education and environmentalism every day. As an Acadia community our hearts...
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