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Volunteer Opportunity: Wildlife-In-Focus Contest Coordinator

The BC SPCA’s annual Wildlife-In-Focus photography contest runs July 1 – 30. They need a team of 2 dedicated volunteers to make the contest a success. Do you love B.C.’s diverse wildlife? Are you passionate about wild animals and urban wildlife? If you are self-motivated, organized and enthusiastic, they are looking for you!
The Volunteer Contest Coordinator requires a commitment of approximately two to six hours per week for the duration of the contest and includes such tasks as managing and labelling photo contest entries, daily checking and response to contest emails, and soliciting prizes for winning entries. There will also be some required commitments in advance of the contest opening and after the conclusion of the contest. Volunteers should expect the position to last from mid-June through mid-August, with most hours occurring in the month of July.
For more information on the position and how to apply, visit the BCSPCA webpage.
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Post-Secondary Internship Position At Agriculture And Agri-Food Canada

Strategic Policy Branch (SPB), Policy Development and Analysis Directorate (PDAD), Supply Management and Livestock Policy Team (SMLP)

Location: Remote tele-working from a Canadian Province or Territory or on-site in Ottawa , Ontario, Canada
Duration: eight or four months
Application Deadline: March 21, 2021

We are seeking candidates who demonstrate strong initiative and writing skills, and are experienced in research and analysis. Ideal candidates will have a can-do attitude, enjoy a challenge, and be willing to help out wherever needed. If you are looking for a new opportunity to gain or expand your experience working in public policy, then this could be your opportunity.

Please send your completed application to adam.deochand@canada.ca by March 21st, 2021.

For more information about this job position, see the job poster.

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UBC PAW’s Animal Welfare Conference

When: March 20th

Where: Zoom

How to register: https://forms.gle/g8UEkr6kcP59SZMd9

UBC PAW’s 5th annual Animal Welfare Conference has an exciting speaker lineup. AWC serves the purpose of providing animal welfare education for those wishing to learn more about animals in agriculture, research, zoos and aquariums, and more.

This year’s theme is based on animals in entertainment and the ethical complexities around the recreational use of animals in captivity. With five incredible presentations from experts in animal welfare, this conference is the perfect opportunity for anybody to learn more about the recreational use of animals, the moral complexities associated with this area, and the advocacy work being done.

For more information, feel free to check out our facebook event page.

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Promoting Food Security in Higher Education: Virtual Conference Series

The Promoting Food Security in Higher Education conference is a unique opportunity to explore links between campus and community-based efforts to change local food environments and build community-wide food security. Sessions will explore research, affordability, Indigenous food sovereignty, student leadership and food service experiences to catalyze our campus communities for whole systems change.

Click here for conference speakers

All conference sessions will be recorded and made available soon at this link.

We’re looking forward to having you join us!

RSVP for sessions here.

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