Here in Canada we often have the misconception that we have virtually unlimited amounts of water. We don’t usually think about the processes that go on in order to get the water to our homes, and we certainly don’t think about what happens to it after it goes down the drain. Unfortunately, almost everything we do affects our water quality and quantity without us even knowing. Brittany interviewed Sarah Rosolen, a professor at Carleton University who teaches an Integrated Watershed Management class, about issues of water quality, and water quantity. She also provides us with insight into how we as individuals can reduce our own impacts on water, our most precious resource.
A few weeks ago, Carol’s mother taught her the secrets of an annual ritual that involves sharp knives, a bubbling cauldron, and a whole lot of things that have to be skinned. Until this year, she had only witnessed this event but never taken part. Come into the kitchen as Carol learns how to can peaches from her mother, Emily Hunsberger – and reflects on how an old tradition like canning still has a place in today’s world of supermarkets and food choices.
