“Whatever it is, you can get it on eBay”. But what if IT is an illegal product from an endangered species? A recent study on the sale of ivory on eBay found numerous cases worldwide of ivory for sale that fell afoul of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species, as well as numerous national and provincial or state laws. eBay has acted quickly with a policy to ban the cross-border trade of ivory, but still permits the practice within the many countries where the online auction giant operates. John Wall examines the study, eBay’s response, and what it at all means for endangered elephants.
What happens when a bicycle faces off against a train? If it were a contest of strength or speed the bike wouldn’t have a chance. But in many parts of Canada, rail travel is declining and outdoor activities are on the rise. From coast to coast, discontinued railway line are being turned into recreational pathways for cyclists, rollerbladers, skiers and snowmobilers. Carol takes us on a bicycle trip along a former railway corridor in the Laurentians, and looks at what the conversion of rails to trails says about our changing transportation pattern.
Rocking and Rolling down to Bluesfest – with the new location and the limited parking many people are choosing to roll on their bikes to Bluesfest this year. Carol and Matt from the Spaces, Places and Faces team rocked! or walked down to the concert site to talk to with Citizens for Safe Cycling, the people organizing a secure place to lock your ride while you enjoy the music.
