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Chicago Citation Style: The Basics and Beyond

admin — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 04:19:31 +0000

Radio-Canada reports on 15 years of 91ֱ�� Feeding 91ֱ��

admin — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 21:50:45 +0000

For 15 years, 91ֱ�� dining halls have been serving up fresh, local produce grown by students at Macdonald Campus as part of their agricultural and environmental sciences programs. Last year alone, 3.4 tons of tomatoes and almost 2 tons of onions ended up on students' plates thanks to the 91ֱ�� Feeding 91ֱ�� initiative.

Welcome message from the Dean / Message de bienvenue de la doyenne

admin — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 13:30:14 +0000

Dear Macdonald Campus Community,

It is with great excitement and gratitude that I begin my journey as the new Dean of the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and Associate Vice-President of the Macdonald Campus at 91ֱ��. As I begin my term, I’m excited to connect with each of you - professors, lecturers, staff, learners, students, alumni, donors, and allies. Thank you for the trust you have placed in me.

Macdonald Campus valedictorians Andre Hadji-Thomas and Jennifer McDonald reflect on their journeys

admin — Tue, 27 May 2025 19:28:43 +0000

As 91ֱ��’s Class of 2025 prepares to cross the stage, the 10 valedictorians from Faculties across the University—including Andre Hadji-Thomas and Jennifer McDonald in the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences—have been drafting their speeches and, in the process, reflecting on much more than their academic success.

Macdonald Campus welcomes new leadership

admin — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 15:24:55 +0000

As we welcome the Fall semester, the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences is pleased to announce the following appointments:

Sebastien Faucher Associate Dean (Research)

Dr. Faucher obtained his Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology from the Université de Montréal in 2007 and joined our Faculty in July 2011. He has previously served as Acting Associate Dean (Research) in 2020.

Canada wins bid to host the International Congress of Nutrition

admin — Fri, 26 Sep 2025 18:09:42 +0000

The Canadian Nutrition Society (CNS) has proudly won the bid to host the International Congress of Nutrition (ICN) 2029 in Vancouver, Canada, marking a major milestone for Canada’s nutrition community.

2025 John Abbott-Macdonald Remembrance Day Ceremony

admin — Thu, 25 Sep 2025 13:28:45 +0000

“Remembrance Day gives us all an opportunity to pay respect to the men and women who serve to protect our freedom but it also allows us to connect the students of today to our shared history.

Cracking the Code of Pre-Harvest Sprouting

admin — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 17:44:13 +0000

Pre-harvest sprouting (PHS) is a major global issue affecting cereal crops like wheat and barley. It occurs when grains begin to germinate on the plant before harvest due to environmental triggers like moisture and humidity, combined with genetic factors such as low seed dormancy. This premature sprouting degrades starch, reducing grain quality and leading to significant economic losses—estimated at $1 billion globally, and $100 million annually in Canada.

Day Trips to the Gault Nature Reserve

admin — Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:09:02 +0000

Day Trips to the Gault Nature Reserve

admin — Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:09:02 +0000

Day Trips to the Gault Nature Reserve

admin — Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:09:03 +0000

Day Trips to the Gault Nature Reserve

admin — Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:09:03 +0000

Activity Booklet: Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall! - 2025 edition

megan.liley@mcgill.ca — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:45:16 +0000

The Office of Experiential Learning and Community Outreach in collaboration with the Sonia Bujold Initiative and Let’s Talk Science at 91ֱ��, has put together a lovely free onlin

How to make sure your feeders aren't making hummingbirds sick

admin — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 19:06:24 +0000

A surprising number of hummingbirds are falling ill, and experts say your birdfeeder may be to blame.

Ornithologist and 91ֱ�� Professor Emeritus David Bird spoke to CBC about how to keep your feathered friends safe.

Consumers are increasingly using boycotts, but do they actually work?

admin — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:39:27 +0000

While there are plenty of examples to the contrary, the general academic consensus is that boycotts don’t work for a sustained period, as consumers eventually disengage and reprioritize brand loyalties or price. According to a recent poll, however, the Globe and Mail reports that the Buy Canadian movement shows no signs of slowing down.