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Alexis Stoymenoff

Alexis Stoymenoff covered environmental policy and sustainability issues for the Vancouver Observer from 2011-2012. Prior to VO, she worked in print, online news, radio and television. She has also traveled to India and Thailand for documentary projects. Alexis is a graduate of UBC School of Journalism, and she's also a former treeplanter with a passion for all things wild and green. In June 2012, she left VO to work in communications for a local environmental group.

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Gitxsan Treaty Society accepts Enbridge Northern Gateway deal

After an alliance of BC First Nations promised to block pipelines to the coast, Gitxsan negotiators announced a $7 million deal with oil giant Enbridge.

Cashing in on Canada's tar sands: oil extraction

Which oil extraction companies are cleaning up in Fort McMurray? First in a series exploring who has the highest stakes in the tar sands.

Naomi Klein and First Nations leaders unite at anti-pipeline forum

Naomi Klein joined activists and First Nations groups at the Rio Theatre for a public forum opposing BC tar sands projects.

Canadians worry about global warming: poll

Despite what the world may think of us, most Canadians care about global warming.

Low expectations for US bill pushing Keystone approval

Republican senators fight back against pipeline delays - but will their attempts have any impact?

Enbridge’s “Gateway to Destruction”

Activists say 80 per cent of BC is against the Kitimat pipeline project -- and for good reasons.

Prime Minister Stephen Harper addresses Lost Canadians

Stephen Harper responds to questions about the group of Canadians taking their citizenship woes to court.

Vancouver experts lament Canada’s "climate anarchy"

Ottawa's position on climate change "deeply embarrassing", say local activists.

Harper and Clark: Fiscal restraint, fancy new Science World

PM pushes investment, tight budgets; premier just loves science.

JK Rowling held “hostage” by British tabloids

The world-famous Harry Potter author tells UK courts how she was constantly violated and harassed by the press.