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Mar 17
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Things To Do Online

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There is no doubt that humanity is gaining a better understanding of our global interconnections. As we stay at home for the foreseeable future, it can be challenging to snap out of the desperation that consuming all-day-news can bring. Here are a few resources to check out. It is time to lose yourself in online self-improvement and discovery. Online Resources Google Arts & Culture: Tours of 500 of the world’s most famous museums Europeana: 50,000,000 European works of art, books, music, and more Smithsonian Open Access: Search 2.8 million images and 3D Models China’s National Cultural Heritage Administration: Virtual portal…

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Jun 12
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Canadian Geographic Posts Explorer in Residence News

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It has been a whirlwind week of activity surrounding Jill Heinerth’s appointment as the first Explorer in Residence for the Royal Canadian Geographical Society. Canadian Geographic Magazine offered this update. Jill appeared on the popular television program on CTV called The Social. The lengthy segment covered everything form Jill’s genesis in diving to plunging deep under Antarctic icebergs. Heinerth was celebrated at a VIP luncheon at Massey College in Toronto, where she was officially installed in her new role.

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Jun 12
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Acceptance Speech for Royal Canadian Geographical Society Explorer in Residence Appointment

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On June 8, 2016 Jill Heinerth was appointed as the first Explorer in Residence for the Royal Canadian Geographical Society. Here is an audio link to her acceptance speech which is written below. Acceptance of the RCGS Appointment as the Inaugural Explorer in Residence June 8, 2016 on the occasion of World Oceans Day Delivered at the Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada by Jill Heinerth I hit the geography jackpot. I was born in Cooksville, Ontario in 1965 when the world was opening and anything was possible. Generation X they called us, post-boomers, baby busters, latch-key kids. An independent generation that…

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