Stand up for Science Vancouver is a local event in support of Evidence for Democracy’s day of action on Monday September 16.
Where: Vancouver Art Gallery (north side)
When 11am-1pm (rain or shine).
“Human beings have become so powerful in number, technology and the economy, that we are undermining the very things that keep us alive and healthy – the air, water, soil and species diversity. If we are to achieve genuine sustainability, we must know the state of the biosphere and the factors needed to live in balance with Earth's productivity. Science has to be the best source of the information needed to guide us into an increasingly uncertain future.” David Suzuki
It’s time to stand up for science in the public interest in Canada. In recent years we have seen cuts to many important scientific institutions, science funding has shifted focus towards the commercialization of research, and government scientists have lost the ability to communicate their research to the public.
Science matters to Canadians. Good science, when coupled with good decision-making, keeps our water and air clean, keeps us healthy, keeps our food safe and prepares Canada for the future. Science in the public interest is crucial for our well-being and long-term prosperity.
To make the public aware of this, and to call on the Federal government to make a strong commitment to science in the public interest, we are organizing ‘Stand Up for Science’ rallies across the country on September 16th 2013.
We will be calling on the Federal government to make a strong commitment to science in the public interest by:
(1) Funding scientific research from basic science through to applied.
(2) Using the best available science and evidence to make the best decisions.
(3) Supporting the open communication of publicly funded science to the public.
The Death of Evidence rally put on by Evidence for Democracy last July in Ottawa had a huge impact. We want to put these issues back in the public eye and let our MPs know that we demand better science policies. To accomplish this, we need your support. Please come to a rally near you and share this information with your friends and colleagues.
E4D – Stand Up For Science Vancouver
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e-mail: S4S.vancouver@gmail.com