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Canada Pavilion at Dubai 2020 Expo is highlighting the reality of environmental challenges

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The Canada Pavilion’s interactive installation, ‘Traces’, presents environmental concerns as an aesthetic and conceptual interpretation, inviting visitors to reflect on the role of humanity in topics ranging from climate change to endangered species.

Canada Pavilion, Expo 2020
Canada Pavilion, Expo 2020 (Photo by Gerry O’Leary/Expo 2020)

Built by KANVA, a Montreal-based architectural firm, the installation comprises eight human-sized ‘boxes’, each with a different name, showcasing a particular theme: The Jewel, The Nearness, The Memorial, The Forgotten, The Seat, The Gathering, The Sanctuary and The Awareness.

Canada Pavilion, Expo 2020
Canada Pavilion, Expo 2020 (Photo by Gerry O’Leary/Expo 2020)

The display shows a murmuration of exquisitely crafted birds, fossilized in mid-flight, within amber colored blocks, lit from within. It also shows an empty bird cage, with the door open, signifying accelerated environmental tragedy.

Canada Pavilion, Expo 2020
Canada Pavilion, Expo 2020 (Photo by Gerry O’Leary/Expo 2020)

The installation reveals a vulnerability while encouraging awareness and urgency, through which visitors can consider collective and individual action.

In addition to highlighting the reality of environmental challenges, ‘Traces’ aims to invoke a sense of hope and empathy, leading to positive action. The installation, according to its creators, raises questions, but leaves the overall interpretation open.


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Julie, the visionary founder of SNAP TASTE, is passionately dedicated to uncovering the latest trends across hotels, restaurants, lifestyle, and entertainment. Julie is also an accomplished Marketing Director specializing in brand strategy and a valued member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council. Julie’s discerning eye and industry knowledge have been recognized through her role as a judge for the 2024 and 2025 CES Innovation Awards, where she evaluated groundbreaking advancements in technology. This prestigious role underscores her commitment to exploring and sharing cutting-edge developments that shape our world. Her passion for storytelling extends beyond technology. Julie has provided in-depth coverage of landmark global events such as the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, the Dubai 2020 Expo, CES, the D23 Expo, and the 2023 Milano Monza Motor Show. These experiences highlight her ability to capture the essence of world-class events, offering readers a front-row seat to pivotal moments. In addition, Julie has made a mark in film criticism, crafting memorable and compelling reviews for Nat Geo’s documentaries. Her ability to analyze and convey the heart of cinematic storytelling adds a new dimension to her versatile portfolio. Julie's dedication to delivering meaningful narratives ensures her audience stays informed, entertained, and inspired.
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