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September 6, 2026: In this issue, we share seven useful links to help you better understand Province House, our thoughts on Premier Houston's tariff statement, and look at the 0.09% of protected land that is on the table. Plus, a reason to log off!
August 19, 2026: In this issue, reflections on Leanne Betasamosake Simpson's Theory of Water, poll results from Kingston Farmer's Market, the federal government's new expert taskforce, and a reading rec for the picket line.
August 5, 2026: In this issue, we discover fresh perspectives on the value of forests, including insights from a forestry therapist in Nova Scotia and evocative language from a poet. Plus, read about our latest fun and upcoming adventures.
July 22, 2026: In this issue, we ask if slowing down is more valuable than efficiency in an interview with a wood sculptor, question who is checking in on the forest, and let folks know what markets we are attending.
Read issues from our archive:
Issue #1, June 24, 2026 - New project launch and medicine trail, EAC press conference, Sugar Bush 4 Life reports.
Issue #2, July 8,2026 - A few $ million says we could hike our way into a sustainable economy