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
GeoscienceINFO Celebrates Five Years of Serving the Public
The APGO Education Foundation is thrilled to celebrate five wonderful years of sharing our favourite subject with you – geoscience — via GeoscienceINFO.com. The Foundation
The Significance of Ontario’s Ring of Fire to Canada’s Climate Goals
When you hear the term “Ring of Fire,” you might think of Johnny Cash’s famous song by that name. Or, if you remember grade school
Geo Careers: Kristin Hanson
After 30+ years of work in the consulting industry, I look back at lessons I wish I had learned and advice that I wish I
A Celebration of Kingston Geology
We at the APGO Education Foundation are always looking for an excuse to celebrate geology. What better way to do that than to sing the
Fascinating Geological Features near Peterborough, Ontario
If you’ve ever wanted to time travel, looking at rock outcrops probably wasn’t your first thought. But if you know where to look, you can see a glimpse of history written in the rock layers.
Diamonds in the Rough: What Kimberlites Tell Us About Earth’s Interior
Everyone recognizes a diamond when they see one. Mounted on a ring or embedded in a necklace, these gemstones are prized for their use in
Confessions of a Geoscience Educator – How Did I Get Here?
It is common to hear stories of highly gifted individuals pursuing a career path and ultimately landing their dream job after years of climbing the
Twenty Million Years of Exposed Rock
This article has been republished with permission from the Niagara Peninsula Aspiring Geopark website. Read the original article here. The Balls Falls Conservation Area, located