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Voici pourquoi les pays africains ne profitent pas de leur richesse en minerais Les activités d’extraction d’or ont récemment repris dans le complexe de Loulo-Gounkoto, dans l’ouest du Mali, après plusieurs mois d’interruption. En janvier, le gouvernement malien a commencé à bloq...

Un nouvel article publié dans @laconversationca.bsky.social, corédigé par Bonnie Campbell (MSRC, @uqam.ca), examine pourquoi les pays riches en minéraux d'Afrique subsaharienne ne profite pas adéquatement de leur richesse minérale. #VoixDeLaSRC

Why Africa’s mineral-rich countries are not reaping the rewards of their wealth Gold mining operations recently restarted at the Loulo-Gounkoto complex in western Mali after being shut down for several months. In January, the Malian government started blocking exports from the mi...

A new article published in @ca.theconversation.com, co-authored by Bonnie Campbell (FRSC, @uqam.ca) explores why mineral-rich countries in sub-Saharan Africa are not profiting appropriately from their mineral wealth. #RSCVoices

Webinaire du Collège de la SRC : L’identité autochtone et le milieu académique

Au cours de ce webinaire animé par @audreymoores.bsky.social, Annie Pullen Sansfaçon et @frankdeer.bsky.social livreront leurs points de vue sur l’évolution des politiques liées à l’identité autochtone et sur la manière d’aborder respectueusement cette question. Inscription ! ⬇️

RSC College Webinar: Indigenous Identity and the Academy

In this webinar, Annie Pullen Sansfaçon and @frankdeer.bsky.social, alongside moderator @audreymoores.bsky.social, will discuss their views on Indigenous identity, and policy developments, and how it might be explored in respectful, appropriate ways. Register below! ⬇️

Wild bee biodiversity in tallgrass prairie and oak savanna habitat in southern Ontario AbstractTallgrass prairie and oak savanna support appreciable biodiversity and are among the most threatened habitats in Canada, yet little is currently known about which bee species occur in these ha...

A new @facetsjournal.bsky.social article, co-authored by @nigeleraine.bsky.social (RSC College, @uofguelph.bsky.social), explores how restoration and management practices in tallgrass prairie and oak savanna affect bee communities in southern Ontario. Learn more below! 🐝⬇️

A new article, co-authored by William W.L. Cheung (FRSC, @ubcoceans.bsky.social), explores challenges and opportunities for Canada's mariculture under climate change. Find out more! ⬇️🐟

How do hormones affect the brain and our behaviours, and what does that mean for Canadians?

Dr. @kiransoma.bsky.social, recently elected as a Fellow of the @src-rsc.bsky.social, shares the impact of his research as a behavioural neuroendocrinologist.

More: psych.ubc.ca/news/kiran-s...

The Voices Behind Confederation with Canada: Dr. Sonja Boon on "Dear Mr. Smallwood" Dr. Sonja Boon wears many hats, including adjunct professor in the Department of Gender Studies at Memorial University and RSC College Member – but above all, she is a storyteller. In this interview, she shares insights into her new novel, Dear Mr. Smallwood, which explores the years following Newfoundland’s entry into Confederation with Canada. 

In an interview, Sonja Boon (RSC College, @memorialu.bsky.social) shares insights into her new edited book, "Dear Mr. Smallwood", which explores how everyday Newfoundlanders and Labradorians navigated their country’s entry into Confederation with Canada. #[bit.ly/3LhvYYQ

The Voices Behind Confederation with Canada: Dr. Sonja Boon on "Dear Mr. Smallwood" Dr. Sonja Boon wears many hats, including adjunct professor in the Department of Gender Studies at Memorial University and RSC College Member – but above all, she is a storyteller. In this interview, she shares insights into her new novel, Dear Mr. Smallwood, which explores the years following Newfoundland’s entry into Confederation with Canada. 

Dans une entrevue (en anglais), Sonja Boon (Collège de la SRC, @memorialu.bsky.social) livre ses réflexions sur son nouveau livre, « Dear Mr. Smallwood », qui décrit comment les Terre-Neuviens ont vécu l’entrée de leur province dans la Confédération canadienne. bit.ly/3LhvYYQ

That’s a wrap on #Taikura! We explored shaping research agendas, advancing Indigenisation, and supporting transformative change. Thanks to our hosts @royalsocietynz.bsky.social and all delegates.

Next stop: Australia for the final summit hosted by
@science.org.au in 2026.

Frank Deer @frankdeer.bsky.social (@umanitoba.bsky.social, Chair of the Canadian Organizing Committee), alongside colleagues from @science.org.au and @royalsocietynz.bsky.social, shared aspirations, accountabilities and actions going forward from #Taikura.

Marie Battiste (FRSC, @usask.ca) leads a keynote discussion on Indigenous thought leadership in Canada, sharing ongoing community struggles for Indigenous knowledge, and action that needs to happen to build transsystemic transformations. #Taikura

On day two of #Taikura, Annie Pullen Sansfaçon (RSC College, @umontreal.ca) co-led a wānanga on how to create Indigenous research spaces.

Today, Marti Ford (@umanitoba.bsky.social) co-led a wānanga focused on actionable measures to transform academia for Indigenous Peoples.

Aimée Craft (RSC College, @uottawa.ca) co-led a panel on place and space, under theme of Indigenising the academy at the #Taikura summit.

Canadian delegates (Jaris Swidrovich, David Garneau, Kisha Supernant, Frank Deer, and Kahsennarò:roks Maddy Deom) led a panel exploring what Indigenous research looks like when communities set their own research agendas. #Taikura

Margaret Kovach (RSC College, @universityofbc.bsky.social) reflects upon the “paradox of hopelessness and hope in this moment,” and shares insights on how research can foster flourishing Indigenous futures. #Taikura

Emerita Professor @francoisebaylis.bsky.social delivers opening remarks at #Taikura, the second summit as part of the Tri-Academy Partnership for Indigenous Engagement.

Le 1er jour du sommet #Taikura s'est ouvert par un pōwhiri et la présentation du programme par les responsables, dont Frank Deer (Collège de la SRC), président du comité organisateur canadien. Il a aussi compris des activités culturelles et de whanaungatanga, et une réception d'accueil.

Day 1 of #Taikura opened with a powerful pōwhiri, followed by an overview of the TAP programme from summit leads, including Frank Deer (RSC College), Chair of the Canadian Organizing Committee.

Cultural activities, whanaungatanga, and a welcome reception rounded out the day.

YouTube video by The Royal Society of Canada Tri-Academy Partnership on Indigenous Engagement – Summit 1 | #TAP2024

Nous sommes actuellement à Aotearoa pour #Taikura, le second sommet. Pour en savoir plus, suivez le lien ci-dessous et restez à l'affût pour nos mises à jour en direct. www.youtube.com/watch?v=R2N-...

YouTube video by The Royal Society of Canada Tri-Academy Partnership on Indigenous Engagement – Summit 1 | #TAP2024

En 2024, la SRC, la @royalsocietynz.bsky.social et la @science.org.au ont lancé le partenariat tri-académique, une initiative d’une durée de trois ans comprenant des sommets annuels visant à promouvoir la participation des peuples autochtones.

YouTube video by The Royal Society of Canada Tri-Academy Partnership on Indigenous Engagement – Summit 1 | #TAP2024

In 2024, the RSC, @royalsocietynz.bsky.social & @science.org.au launched the Tri-Academy Partnership on Indigenous Engagement, a 3-year initiative with annual summits to advance Indigenous engagement. We’re now live in Aotearoa for #Taikura, the 2nd summit. Learn more below and stay tuned for more.

Understanding changes in iceberg–ship coexistence throughout the eastern Canadian Arctic: 2012–2019 AbstractIcebergs present a known hazard to ships operating in ice-infested waters. As iceberg production rates vary, potentially compounded by climate change, it is becoming increasingly important to ...

A new @facetsjournal.bsky.social article, co-authored by Jackie Dawson (FRSC), examines changes in iceberg–ship coexistence throughout the eastern Canadian Arctic: 2012–2019. Find out more below.

Reinforcing Canada’s culture of innovation and discovery - University Affairs A multidisciplinary approach is needed to help shape good policy and provide avenues for nation-building investment.

In a new @universityaffairs.bsky.social article, Sharon Straus & Stephen Toope, Co-Chairs of the RSC Task Force on Knowledge System Resilience, explain why a multidisciplinary approach is key for effective policy & nation-building.

Find out more: rsc-src.ca/en/programme...

Reinforcing Canada’s culture of innovation and discovery - University Affairs A multidisciplinary approach is needed to help shape good policy and provide avenues for nation-building investment.

Dans un nouvel article, Sharon Straus et Stephen Toope, coprés. du groupe de travail de la SRC sur la résilience des systèmes de connaissances, expliquent l'importance d'une approche multidisciplinaire pour favoriser des politiques efficaces et les projets d’intérêt national.

YouTube video by University of Regina Dr. Thomas Hadjistavropoulos

Congratulations to #URegina's Dr. Thomas Hadjistavropoulos, newly elected as a Fellow of the @src-rsc.bsky.social. His groundbreaking work is improving care for older adults with dementia and chronic pain worldwide.

Watch Dr. Hadjistavropoulos discuss his work:

📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=VlHG...

YouTube video by ubcscience Royal Society of Canada 2025: Dr. Allan Bertram

UBC chemist Dr. Allan Bertram has been named a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada for his research on atmospheric aerosols, which act as nuclei for cloud formation, & play a crucial role in Earth's climate. @chem.ubc.ca @src-rsc.bsky.social

youtu.be/9u4W7V7ofRw

Le Rapport annuel 2025 de la SRC dressant le bilan d’une année remarquable d’excellence inclusive, d’expertise indépendante et d’engagement international est disponible! Lisez le rapport ici : bit.ly/4pgalXF

The RSC 2025 Annual Report is here! A standout year of inclusive excellence, independent expertise & international engagement. Read the report here: bit.ly/4plGdKE

YouTube video by ubcscience Royal Society of Canada 2025: Dr. William Cheung

UBC's Dr. William Cheung has been named a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada for his research on marine ecosystems and fisheries. @ubcoceans.bsky.social @src-rsc.bsky.social

youtu.be/Vzx4fsdHXVc