I read in 'Life' magazine that Asians had developed an operation to enlarge eyes, and I yearned to have this done. I wanted to dye my hair brown and to anglicize my name. Self-hate was the most terrible cost of… — David Suzuki Copy Share Image
We pride ourselves on our democratic traditions, but in Canada, women couldn't vote until 1918, Asians until 1948, and First Nations people living on reserves until 1960. — David Suzuki Copy Share Image
Because countries often have differing political and economic systems, agreements are needed to protect those invested in trade. — David Suzuki Copy Share
Over and over, we hear politicians say they can't spend our tax dollars on environmental protection when the economy is so fragile. — David Suzuki Copy Share
Aboriginal people are key because they have a different sense of where we belong and how we interact with nature. — David Suzuki Copy Share
We are upsetting the atmosphere upon which all life depends. In the late 80s when I began to take climate change seriously, we referred… — David Suzuki Copy Share
Treaties, agreements and organizations to help settle disputes may be necessary, but they often favor the interests of business over citizens. — David Suzuki Copy Share
Nature surrounds us, from parks and backyards to streets and alleyways. Next time you go out for a walk, tread gently and remember that… — David Suzuki Copy Share
The human brain had a vast memory storage. It made us curious and very creative. Those were the characteristics that gave us an advantage… — David Suzuki Copy Share
If we pollute the air, water and soil that keep us alive and well, and destroy the biodiversity that allows natural systems to function,… — David Suzuki Copy Share
The one thing I feel is very hopeful, however, is the overwhelming participation of women in the movement for change. — David Suzuki Copy Share
“As we distance ourselves further from the natural world, we are increasingly surrounded by and dependent on our own inventions. We become enslaved by… — David Suzuki Copy Share
Every breath is a sacrament, an affirmation of our connection with all other living things, a renewal of our link with our ancestors and… — David Suzuki Copy Share
With an estimated population of nine billion people by 2050, we cannot continue to consume resources at the same rate and maintain our quality… — David Suzuki Copy Share
Although it's the second largest country in the world, our useful area has been reduced. Our immigration policy is disgusting: We plunder southern countries… — David Suzuki Copy Share
