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PICS is a collaboration between four BC universities (UVic, SFU, UBC, UNBC) working to turn climate knowledge into climate action | https://climatesolutions.ca/
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The PICS Community Climate Action Events program is open.

$2,500–$5,000 to support community climate action events in B.C. that lead to real, tangible outcomes.

Applications close Feb. 27

Apply here: climatesolutions.ca/current-fund...

#ClimateAction #EventFunding #BCClimate
Community Climate Action Events | Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions
Looking to host a community climate action event in B.C.? PICS is here to help.
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At PICS, we believe that meaningful climate action starts with meaningful conversation.

Bringing people together across generations, disciplines, and lived experience is core to how we work and why we host events like David Suzuki: Conversation of a Lifetime.
February 13, 2026 at 11:11 PM
Another record-breaking year for PICS climate internships 🌱

Students gain real-world experience. Organizations gain capacity. Climate action moves forward.

PICS thanks Coast Capital Savings for its generous support of this program.

🔗 climatesolutions.ca/pics-funds-3...
PICS funds 30 climate internships across British Columbia  | Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions
For another consecutive year, the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions has funded a record-breaking number of climate internships.
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February 13, 2026 at 8:50 PM
Last night, a full house came together at the University of Victoria for a Conversation of a Lifetime.

David Suzuki and @ianmauro.bsky.social reflected on responsibility and the work still ahead, reminding us that hope is not passive. Hope is action.

Thank you to everyone who joined us. 🩵
February 10, 2026 at 8:38 PM
The PICS Community Climate Action Events program is open.

$2,500–$5,000 to support community climate action events in B.C. that lead to real, tangible outcomes.

Applications close Feb. 27

Apply here: climatesolutions.ca/current-fund...

#ClimateAction #EventFunding #BCClimate
Community Climate Action Events | Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions
Looking to host a community climate action event in B.C.? PICS is here to help.
climatesolutions.ca
February 5, 2026 at 7:51 PM
Complex #ClimateChange challenges don’t have easy answers. It takes contemplation and collaboration to seed new thinking that can lead to effective #ClimateSolutions. PICS’ Climate Foresight program offered two such opportunities to researchers this fall. https://ow.ly/RwFv50Y8u97
Climate Foresight dialogues seed new thinking on emerging challenges and solutions | Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions
Retreats bring together researchers and other experts to contemplate, create, and plan.
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February 3, 2026 at 9:50 PM
A decade ago, PICS Executive Director @ianmauro.bsky.social sat down with #DavidSuzuki to reflect on a lifetime shaped by nature, science, and environmental responsibility.

On February 9, that conversation continues at @uvic.ca. We’re looking forward to a full house.

#ClimateLeadership
January 27, 2026 at 7:38 PM
Sold out.

Thank you to everyone who registered for David Suzuki: Conversation of a Lifetime. We’re looking forward to a full house at UVic on Feb 9.

#DavidSuzuki #ClimateLeadership #UVicEvents #VictoriaBC
January 21, 2026 at 9:56 PM
This isn’t just a talk—it’s a moment.

David Suzuki’s Conversation of a Lifetime asks what responsibility looks like now, and what we owe future generations.

Feb 9 | UVic

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#DavidSuzuki #ClimateLeadership #ClimateDialogue #UVicEvents #VictoriaBC
January 13, 2026 at 5:46 PM
David Suzuki is joining us in Victoria for a Conversation of a Lifetime.

As he enters his 90s, this is a rare chance to hear directly from a defining voice in climate science and ecological justice.

🗓 Feb 9 | 📍 UVic

Get your tickets today: climatesolutions.ca/event/david-...
David Suzuki: Conversation of a Lifetime | Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions
Join PICS for a rare “Conversation of a Lifetime” with David Suzuki—an urgent dialogue with a defining voice able to inspire across geographies and generations.
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January 9, 2026 at 11:37 PM
In case you missed it over the holidays:

Our 2024–25 #AnnualReport is now available online, featuring milestones, stories, and a short video from our Executive Director Ian Mauro.

Start the new year off right→ https://ow.ly/6F4e50XLeQL
PICS Annual Report 2024/2025 | Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions
The Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions 2024-2025 Annual Report highlights a year of intention and impact.
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January 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM
⚡ Last week to apply! #BCResearchFunding

Applications for Policy Spark Grants close Friday, Jan. 6, 2026. Up to $20K available for faculty at UBC, UVic, SFU, and UNBC. Don’t wait—turn your #ClimateResearch into actionable #ClimatePolicy insights on adaptation.

https://ow.ly/smKu50XGvtJ
Policy Spark Research Grant Program | Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions
The PICS Climate Internship Program helps organizations in B.C. reach their climate goals while giving university students a chance to hone their skills and acquire relevant work experience.
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December 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on a year of projects that are making real impact across B.C.

These are just a few of the 13 impact stories featured in our 2024–25 #AnnualReport.

🔗 Read more impact stores here: https://ow.ly/ikqY50XLeHM

#ClimateSolutions #YearInReview
December 29, 2025 at 4:01 PM
⏳ 2 weeks to go! #BCResearchFunding

Policy Spark Grants provide rapid funding to help research shape B.C.’s adaptation #ClimatePolicy. If you’re faculty at UBC, UVic, SFU, or UNBC, this is your chance to get up to $20K for your project.

Apply by Jan. 6, 2026 → https://ow.ly/335c50XGvqW
Policy Spark Research Grant Program | Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions
The PICS Climate Internship Program helps organizations in B.C. reach their climate goals while giving university students a chance to hone their skills and acquire relevant work experience.
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December 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM
In a new Reflection, Dr. Sara Nelson unpacks how climate disinformation fuels polarization, weakens democracy, and blocks climate action — and why new global efforts on information integrity matter.

Read more: https://ow.ly/aVBX50XNknH
How disinformation undermines climate action: Lessons from COP30 | Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions
False information and outright falsehoods are undermining climate action. This year’s UN climate conference created a framework to help heal our information environments.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Curious about what we do at PICS? 🔍

PICS is rooted in partnership. Our 4 network universities anchor an ecosystem of researchers, governments, and communities whose connections nurture the ideas and actions that lead to lasting climate solutions. 

https://ow.ly/FaNG50XLeOp
December 22, 2025 at 5:01 PM
📌 Six milestones that shaped our year.

Together, these milestones set the stage for the next chapter of climate action at PICS.

See the full story in our 2024–25 Annual Report: https://ow.ly/QTw850XLeo3

#ClimateSolutions #AnnualReport #ClimateAction #YearInReview #ImpactReport
December 19, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Climate research is powerful when it’s accessible. 💡

This year, we launched our first-ever web-based #AnnualReport, designed to make our stories, insights, and impact easy to explore.

Explore the full report → https://ow.ly/svln50XLekl
December 18, 2025 at 7:01 PM
🌿 Our 2024–25 #AnnualReport is here: shorturl.at/Z4yBz

This year marked a turning point for PICS—new strategic direction, a reimagined website, and strengthened programs built for impact.

Executive Director @ianmauro.bsky.social reflects on a transformative year.

youtu.be/eDc51cn2nhk
Intention and Impact: PICS 2024-2025 Annual Report
YouTube video by Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions
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December 17, 2025 at 8:02 PM
⏰ 3 weeks left to apply! #BCResearchFunding

Does your #ClimateResearch intersect with B.C.'s adaptation #ClimatePolicy? Policy Spark Grants offer up to $20K for faculty at UBC, UVic, SFU, and UNBC whose research can inform adaptation policy in B.C.

https://ow.ly/tsUf50XGvHj
Policy Spark Research Grant Program | Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions
The PICS Climate Internship Program helps organizations in B.C. reach their climate goals while giving university students a chance to hone their skills and acquire relevant work experience.
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December 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM
🚨 4 weeks left to apply! #BCResearchFunding

Don’t miss your chance to turn #ClimateResearch into action with a Policy Spark Grant. Up to $20K available for faculty at UBC, UVic, SFU and UNBC working on emerging adaptation issues in B.C.

Apply by Jan. 6, 2026 → climatesolutions.ca/current-fund...
Policy Spark Research Grant Program | Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions
The PICS Climate Internship Program helps organizations in B.C. reach their climate goals while giving university students a chance to hone their skills and acquire relevant work experience.
climatesolutions.ca
December 9, 2025 at 11:16 PM
The conversation regarding pipelines and tankers is active across #BritishColumbia and #Canada. Our Executive Director @ianmauro.bsky.social recently asked @cathmckenna.bsky.social on her take.

#bcpoli #canadapoli #climatechange #climatesolutions

www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5dW...
A Conversation with Catherine McKenna: Pipelines, Tankers, and Fossil Fuel Development
YouTube video by PICSCanada
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December 2, 2025 at 10:15 PM
"Climate change gets talked about as a choice between the economy & the environment. But the truth is it’s about today vs. tomorrow.” As @governmentofbc.bsky.social releases the #CleanBC review, 8 climate experts weigh in on the choices, and opportunities, BC faces.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=iBH0...
Today vs Tomorrow: The Future of B.C. Climate Policy
YouTube video by PICSCanada
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November 26, 2025 at 11:10 PM
LIVE: Join us now for a Conversation with Catherine McKenna: www.facebook.com/PICSCanada/v...
Join me tonight at @uvic.ca for a conversation of climate, connection, and fighting for change.

🕖 7:00–9:30 p.m. PST (doors 6:30)
📍 University of Victoria

🔗 Event details & tickets: tinyurl.com/RLAG-uvic
🎥 Livestream: tinyurl.com/RLAG-uvic-live
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November 26, 2025 at 3:40 AM
Reposted by Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions
Join me tonight at @uvic.ca for a conversation of climate, connection, and fighting for change.

🕖 7:00–9:30 p.m. PST (doors 6:30)
📍 University of Victoria

🔗 Event details & tickets: tinyurl.com/RLAG-uvic
🎥 Livestream: tinyurl.com/RLAG-uvic-live
@picscanada.bsky.social
November 25, 2025 at 3:27 PM