Bob O’Donnell: Fossils at Hungry Hollow
The fossils at Hungry Hollow in North Middlesex are mid-Devonian in age (between 393-382 million years), during a time known as the Age of Fishes.
GeoCareers: Kassandra Del Greco
When asked if I could write a little something about my career in geoscience, my gut response was, “I’m not sure I’m qualified to write
A Remarkable Pimple
Excerpted from The Last Speaker of Bear by Lawrence Millman published by Trinity University Press. For more information, please visit tupress.org. Reprinted courtesy of Trinity University Press. A meteorite
Visit to Ametista do Sul, Brazil
Brazil has long been famous for its tremendous amethyst deposits. I recently checked off a major bucket list item by visiting Ametista do Sul, which
Geoscience Histories: Moira Dunbar
Musician, geographer, actress, and sea ice researcher: Moira Dunbar was a legendary scientist. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, Moira emigrated to Canada when she was 29
Oasis in the Deep Sea: Hydrothermal Vents
The deep sea is so different from other ecosystems on Earth, it’s almost like another planet! In fact, the deep sea is so isolated and
Rocks and Water: 7 of the Best Places to Climb and Swim in Ontario
Want to enjoy the last few weeks of summer? Check out these gorgeous locations around Ontario for scenic swims, natural rock slides, turquoise water, limestone
The Niagara Escarpment is Crumbling—Here’s How, and Why You Should Care
If you visit or live near a geological landform, such as an escarpment, waterfall, or hillslope, you may notice that rock debris accumulates over time.
Geoscience Histories: Dr. Alice Wilson
Dr. Alice Wilson, born August 1881, was one of Canada’s first female geologists, and the first female to be hired to work as a geologist
Geo Careers: Melissa Ng
One question that I often am asked is, “How did you pick mining as an industry?” That answer is simple: De Beers commissioned a raw