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But mining has also caused serious and long-lasting - [Seeds of Change – Farmers, Biotechnology, and the New Face of Agriculture](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/seeds-of-change-farmers-biotechnology-and-the-new-face-of-agriculture/) - … If you want to find out if they’re dangerous or not, just watch the Canadians they’re doing the experiment for us. We have been involved in a massive experiment for over five years now. GMO’s are in the food stream and we’ve never given our consent .~ David Suzuki Seeds of Change Documentary Seeds - [Contact Us](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/contact-us/) - [Past Research Projects](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/past-research-projects/) - The Environmental Conservation Lab has led a range of impactful research projects that explore the intersections of environmental justice, Indigenous knowledge, and community well-being. Projects such as In Land and Life and One River Many Relations have deepened understanding of land-based relationships and the cultural significance of water systems in Indigenous communities. Kitatipithitamak Mithwayawin has focused on Indigenous-led public health responses - [Current Research Projects](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/current-research-projects/) - The Environmental Conservation Lab at the University of Manitoba leads interdisciplinary research focused on environmental justice, food sovereignty, and energy equity, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with Indigenous, refugee, and rural communities. Our current projects integrate both social and biological sciences to address the impacts of environmental degradation, resource extraction, and climate change. Through - [Student Profiles](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/student-profiles/) - Bobbie Mangeli, ECL Researcher Bio coming soon George Carter Mckay, ECL Researcher George Carter Mckay is from Minegoziibe Anishinabe and Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation. He graduated from high school in 2024 and completed his first year of university in the winter of 2025. George wish’s to become a social worker by the end of his studies - [Team Profiles](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/team-profiles/) - AJ Spence, Land-Based Coordinator AJ Spence is a Two-Spirit individual from Nisichawaysihk Cree Nation with paternal ties to Fox Lake Cree Nation, both located in Treaty 5. They currently reside in a rural town on Treaty 1. She recently graduated from the University of Manitoba with a Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous Studies and a - [Discovery Horizons](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/discovery-horizons/) - Resources Photo Gallery ECL Staff Meeting with TCN, 2024 Community Monitoring, 2024 More photos Project Overview Indigenous communities are disproportionately affected by environmental damage from industries like hydroelectric power. Although large dams were once avoided due to their harmful impacts, they’ve made a comeback as part of renewable energy strategies—despite continuing to harm ecosystems and - [Current Campaigns](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/current-campaigns/) - What Does Water Mean to You? This campaign aims to raise awareness of water as a natural resource while also highlighting its profound spiritual and personal significance. Members of the ECL share captivating visuals, educational content, and reflective personal narratives, exploring their unique experiences with water. Through this exploration, they uncover the multifaceted value of - [Conservation and Restoration](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/conservation-and-restoration-2/) - [Kitatipithitamak Mithwayawin](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/kitatipithitamak-mithwayawin/) - [Publications](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/publications/) - Publications The dedicated team at the Environmental Conservation Lab is consistently at the forefront of pioneering research across a diverse array of vital fields. Our efforts span from advancing environmental education, ensuring energy justice, and exploring the latest in genetically modified (GM) and agricultural technology. We are deeply committed to upholding data and research sovereignty, - [Energy Justice](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/energy-justice/) - [About Us](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/about-us/) - [Dam Watch International](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/our-research/dam-watch-international/) - Greenwashing Interview Series - Conversations on Hydro-Hype Access More Videos on Greenwashing - [Wa Ni Ski Tan](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/waniskitan/) - Grand Rapids Automation (Wa Ni Ska Tan) Drunk on Power: Manitoba Hydro's Legacy Wa Ki Ska Tan; Indigenous Communities, Resistance and Energy Justice Buried Deep: Northern Indigenous Fisheries and Hydro in Manitoba My Mum, She Wanted to Eat Fish - [Kis Kin Ha Ma Ki Win](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/kis-kin-ha-ma-kiwin/) - About Us Mission Our mission is to provide Indigenous students and local youth in communities training and mentorship opportunities around environmental monitoring in a way that utilizes Western science, Indigenous science and local knowledge, and focuses on local community priorities. Vision Our vision is to explore and promote the role of interdisciplinary community-based monitoring by - [Data & Research Sovereignty](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/data-research-sovereignty/) - "Ogitchidaa", An Indigenous Perspective on Research Sovereignty in Canada: Anishinaabe, Nēhinan (Cree), Saulteaux and Red River Métis voices from Manitoba and Saskatchewan Rebecca Filopoulos Abstract: There are many barriers Indigenous people and communities experience when trying to conduct research and access data that is about them. As Indigenous people work towards sovereignty in their governance - [Environmental Education](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/environmental-education/) - [Conferences](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/conferences/) - In May 2021, the Kana Wain Dida International conference and gathering brought together community members, academics, medical professionals, youth, and more, to learn and share with one another in the midst of the pandemic. This collection of Indigenous voices and experiences goes beyond the pandemic. From sharing lived experiences, to addressing health and well-being challenges - [Ki Ta Ski Naw Conference](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/ki-ta-ski-naw/) - The 2019 Ki Ta Ski Naw Conference took place from November 8th to 10th, 2019 in downtown Winnipeg at the University of Winnipeg. It brought together participants from Manitoba, British Columbia, Newfoundland and Labrador, the United States, Mexico, Latin America, and India to discuss the social, environmental, and economic impacts of hydro-development and explore solutions. - [Kana Wain Dida Conference](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/kana-wain-dida-conference/) - In May 2021, the Kana Wain Dida International conference and gathering brought together community members, academics, medical professionals, youth, and more, to learn and share with one another in the midst of the pandemic. This collection of Indigenous voices and experiences goes beyond the pandemic. From sharing lived experiences, to addressing health and well-being challenges - [Kana Wain Dida Ebook](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/kana-wain-dida-ebook/) - [Indigenous CREATE](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/our-research/indigenous-create/) - [Environmental Racism](https://www.environmentalconservationlab.com/our-research/environmental-racism/) - Environmental racism is an intended consequence of development and resource extraction. It is the result of deliberate decisions that create “sacrifice zones” that mainly affect marginalized groups and are largely out of sight and out of mind from the general public. Learn all about the affected communities in Canada and their experiences here. 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