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Month: February 2014

Bringing vigour to the community

The room is filled with sounds of clanking weights and friendly conversations, as roughly 20 participants begin their strength training. After 30 minutes, they move to the gymnasium for warm-up laps and stretching. The gym has a welcoming atmosphere as wa …

Western biologist shares NSERC Synergy Award

Western biologist shares NSERC Synergy Award

Yellow Island Aquaculture has proven that even small companies can become scientific powerhouses when they have the right partners. For 20 years, the family-owned farm – one of the few in British Columbia that rears only native Chinook salmon – has collaborated with universities from across Canada to improve the profitability and sustainability of salmon farming.

Western biologist shares NSERC Synergy Award

Western biologist shares NSERC Synergy Award

Yellow Island Aquaculture has proven that even small companies can become scientific powerhouses when they have the right partners. For 20 years, the family-owned farm – one of the few in British Columbia that rears only native Chinook salmon – has collaborated with universities from across Canada to improve the profitability and sustainability of salmon farming.