Most introverts would agree that “you” time is a necessity to recharge and process information. However, even if you don’t call yourself an introvert, ”you” time is important for all of us. It’s the time where we get to prioritize our individual wellness and develop a better relationship to self. It’s also where we often…

World Water Day – March 22 World Water Day aims to bring awareness to sustainable management of the world’s freshwater resources. We can easily take our water for granted in Canada because it is so accessible. However, the United Nations predicts that in 2025 five billion of the world’s eight billion people will live in…

Demand continues for small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) to join the growing ranks of businesses with sustainability programs. Adding to the pressure, businesses are expected to avoid the appearance of greenwashing (“advertising that deceptively persuades the public that a company’s products or services are environmentally friendly”1). How can you figure out what environmental, social,…

Sustainability programs are common for large, publicly traded corporations. But do they matter for small- and medium-sized businesses? Recently, there has been increasing pressure from clients and customers for small businesses to demonstrate sustainable practices. In fact, almost 70% of consumers expect businesses, large and small, to solve sustainability problems (Elshurafa, 2021). But how can…

For the International Day of People with Disabilities on December 3, 2022, we are highlighting an exciting research project taking place through the University of Calgary’s RESTORE Network and one of our staff members, Marilyn Germaine. The RESTORE (REsearching STrategies fOr Rehabilitation) Network is a partnership between Alberta Health Services and the Cumming School of…

In honour of Remembrance Day, Trace would like to recognize and share the heroic story of a veteran who holds a special place in the heart of one of our own. Today we remember and honour JOHN “JACK” DOUGLAS RENNIE, the late grandfather of Megan Rennie, B.Sc., P.Ag. (Environmental Scientist at Trace).   Jack grew…