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Irma Kniivila

Irma Kniivila is an illustrator and artist who has recently completed projects for Marvel and Boom Studios’ Joyride.
An illustration of a wealthy woman and man drinking wine at a restaurant in front of a window with a view of planet Earth from the moon.
May 2023 / Technology

Why the Moon Is the Next Tourism Frontier

April 10, 2023April 11, 2023 - by Irma Kniivila

Tourists travelling into outer space isn’t a fantasy for the future—it’s happening now

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A turtle celebrating its 10th, 50th, 100th, and 200th birthday.
Health / March/April 2023

Taking It Slow: What Turtles Can Teach Us about Living Longer

February 3, 2023February 7, 2023 - by Irma Kniivila

A conservation demographer explains how the secret to a long life might be found under a hard shell

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People try to hold back the arm of clock reaching midnight
January/February 2023 / Society

The Doomsday Clock: How Close Are We to the End of the World?

January 18, 2023January 18, 2023 - by Irma Kniivila

The annual assessment, released in January, feels more relevant than ever

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Brown Christmas tree pine needles scattered over wrapped gifts
December 2022 / Environment

Could Climate Change Kill the Christmas Tree?

November 14, 2022January 16, 2023 - by Irma Kniivila

To find out what the future of the Christmas tree industry might look like, we spoke with an arborist who works as the grounds supervisor at the University of Guelph’s arboretum

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Boxers with virus molecules as heads.
November 2022 / Science

Ask an Immunity Expert: What’s Next for COVID-19?

November 1, 2022January 16, 2023 - by Irma Kniivila

This pandemic can help us prepare for the next one, says Catherine Hankins, co-chair of Canada’s COVID-19 Immunity Task Force

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Amid fall leaves, several wide-eyed people stagger around with oversized pumpkin spice lattes
Science / September/October 2022

Why Are We So Obsessed with Pumpkin Spice?

August 30, 2022June 27, 2023 - by Irma Kniivila

The craze for the cozy fall flavour doesn’t seem to be going away any time soon

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Cartoon panel depicting a straw melting in a pink cocktail while the glass starts to sweat.
Environment / July/August 2022

Is the Humidex Just Hot Air?

June 27, 2022June 1, 2023 - by Irma Kniivila

The formula was developed in 1965, but some experts say the sweaty signifier is flawed

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Comic panel of a couple sitting on a couch pleasantly watching the fireplace roar. In the second slide they sip wine, oblivious to the fire raging outside their window.
Environment / June 2022

Ask an Environmental Expert: What’s the Carbon Footprint of the Internet?

May 16, 2022June 9, 2022 - by Irma Kniivila

Our digital habits are worse for the environment than flying. That toll is expected to grow

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Cartoon of a piggy bank holding up a knife to a man in his bedroom.
Current Affairs / May 2022

Ask an Inflation Expert: What Do Rising Prices Mean for Canadians?

April 4, 2022June 9, 2022 - by Irma Kniivila

The prices of everyday goods and services keep going up, but there’s a glimmer of hope

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Cartoon panel of a bear waking up to an alarm clock and ending hibernation, but confused that it looks like autumn and not spring outside.
Environment / March/April 2022

How Is the Climate Crisis Changing Our Seasons?

March 21, 2022September 19, 2023 - by Irma Kniivila

Early springs and long, hot summers are disrupting migration and mating patterns

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As the executive director, I am frequently asked this question. These days, I reply: “The Walrus was made for this moment.” From on-again, off-again trade news and negotiations to a new prime minister, we are committed to Canada’s conversations. We launched six regional bureaus earlier this year to ensure comprehensive coverage across this great country of ours. But we can’t do this alone. As a non-profit newsroom, this work isn’t possible without our readers’ support. If you believe in Canada’s stories, support our paywall-free journalism with a donation today.

Our team is small, but our commitment is big; just like our country. Every story we publish is the result of writers, artists, and editors going the extra mile (well, kilometres) to bring Canada closer together through compelling, fact-checked, and regionally grounded reporting.

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Jennifer Hollett
Executive Director, The Walrus

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