Summarizes findings of a recently published report of the Canadian Geoscience Council, which includes the following topics regarding college geology: facilities; teaching; undergraduate enrollments; postgraduate enrollments; geologic research; and integration of Canadian geoscience with other countries. (CS)

Briefly reviews the increasing application of geologic principles, techniques and data to engineering practices in the areas of land use and zoning controls, resource management energy programs and other fields. (BR)

An overview is presented of major research studies, scientific events, and issues of concern during 1981 in the field of geology. Thirty-four areas are reviewed ranging from archeological geology to volcanology. (DC)