Plans to mine in the Temagami, the problems with palm oil, and the ins and outs of composting

Program Title: Terra Informa - Season 9, Episode 17 - Mining in the old growth forests of Ontario's Temagami
Description: Years ago, the Ontario government promised to turn the old growth red pine forests of Ontario's Temagami region into a provincial park. The catch was that they first had to wait for old mining claims in the area to lapse. But last year a small Calgary-based company renewed one of its mining claims in the Temagami, putting hopes of a park in jeopardy. Today we talk to long time resident Bruce Hodgins about what the move will mean for the area. We also take a look at the environmental problems that arise from palm oil plantations, and we'll hear about the benefits of back yard composting and how you can get started. All that, plus a visit by the Raging Grannies, in this week's edition of Terra Informa.

Host(s): David Kaczan
Featured Speakers/Guests: Bruce Hodgins, President of Temagami's Camp Wanapitei; Calen May-Tobin and Sarah Roquemore, Union of Concerned Scientists; Anna Vesala, Master Composter & Recycler

Credits: A production of CJSR Radio in Edmonton, Alberta.

Contributors: Chris Chang-Yen Phillips, Marcus Peterson, Rebekah Rooney, and Steve Andersen

Producer: Steve Andersen

Comments: Terra Informa can be reached by emailing terra@cjsr.com.