I’m travelling to Ft. Chipewyan this weekend for a conference that is bring together scientists, acitvists, politicians and the public on the issue of oilsands development and the Athabasca River.  George Poitras has done a great job of organizing the event that will include other dignitaries such as Dr. David Schindler and Dr. John O’Connor.

Here is an article: Water Conference Lacks Government Pull posted in the Slave River Journal noting that there is no government representation at the conference despite the fact that both federal and provincial ministers were invited.

If you’re interested in this issue please contact me at my office.