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🌍 International Day of Climate Action has passed, but at Windfall Centre, our commitment to the cause continues every day🌍🌳🌱 On Thursday, October 24, marked international Day of Climate Action. The day is a reminder of the urgency of climate action, but meaningful change comes from sustained, long-term efforts. Climate action isn’t a single day’s work; it’s a commitment to long-term sustainability, resilience, and innovation. From renewable energy choices to conservation practices and climate policy, every action counts. We must keep the conversation going. Through our innovative energy efficiency solutions and climate action initiatives, Windfall Centre remains committed to driving impactful climate action and fostering sustainable practices in communities and businesses. Check out our climate action myth buster to clarify misconceptions that can often stand in the way of meaningful progress. #ClimateAction #Sustainability #WindfallCentre

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"According to Clean Energy Canada’s 2024 Provincial Scorecard, only British Columbia scored an ‘A’ for its clean-energy work force development strategy. Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick scored Bs, while the rest earned Cs and Ds." #cdnpoli #energytransition #onpoli #bcpoli

New models have a range of up to 250 km*, though it varies by region. In Quebec for example, school buses travel an average of less than 100 km per day. Also, as new electric school bus models are introduced, their range continues to increase.📈 * Based on a Lion electric school bus model. 📖 more in our report, Pathways for Canadian #ElectricSchoolBus Adoption 👉 https://buff.ly/3TI10KU Alt text: Decorative image with two circles and a heading: "Debunking Electric School Bus Myths." The first circle says: "Myth #2," and the second one says, "Electric school buses don't have sufficient range for many regions." The circles overlap with a location pin graphic next to them. The logos for CESBA, Green Communities Canada, and Équiterre are at the bottom of the image.

International Walk to School Month is in full swing! 🚶♀️🌍 Keep the momentum going by walking to school as often as you can. Not only is it fun, but it also comes with some great benefits: 💪Boosts physical fitness 🚗Reduces traffic congestion 🏘️Enhances spatial and community awareness 👨👩👧👦Offers quality time with friends and family along the way Let’s make the most of #Walktober! Visit our webpage for resources on how to create your own IWALK campaign! 👉 https://buff.ly/3ikj4rU

Our partners Ecology Action Centre have published a new report: Driving Towards a Healthier Future! The report makes the case for switching to electric school busses in Atlantic Canada to protect the health and wellbeing of the roughly 215,000 children in Atlantic Canada who depend on these buses to get to and from school. Follow the link below to see the report, an accompanying toolkit and other resources highlighting the need to transition away from gas and diesel-powered school buses! 🚌 bit.ly/3NwUpiM #ElectricSchoolbuses #EVs

🌿October 24 marks International #ClimateActionDay, a reminder that awareness alone isn’t enough to combat climate change—action is essential. From youth to adults and local communities to global movements, mobilization at every level is crucial to creating a sustainable, healthy planet for future generations. Whether it’s making eco-friendly choices in daily life or supporting environmental initiatives, everyone has a role to play in the fight against climate change. 🥊 🌡️ 🌿At Green Communities Canada, we’re proud to contribute to climate action through programs that empower communities to be part of the solution. From creating safe routes to school through our Sustainable Mobility programs, to planting trees and greening urban spaces through our Green Infrastructure program, to retrofitting homes to reduce energy consumption and emissions through our Home Energy Solutions program, we’re working to build a more resilient and sustainable future. 🌍 🌱 Alt text: A decorative image with a green gradient background. There are three images depicting people marching for climate action in circles at the top right corner of the image. At the bottom left, there is the heading: "International Day of Climate Action 2024".

🌿🚶♀️ Take Me Outside Day 2024 is all about stepping outside the classroom to learn from the world around us! Whether you're exploring by walking, biking, or rolling, outdoor learning fosters curiosity and deepens our connection to the environment. Sustainable mobility plays a key role in making our communities healthier and more vibrant. Let’s make learning and moving outdoors a part of our everyday life! 🌎📚 #TakeMeOutsideDay #ActiveSchoolTransport #SustainableMobility

Final Reminder❗ The deadline for the B.C. School Streets expression of interest form was extended from October 15 to October 24, 2024 at 11:59 pm PST which means applications close tomorrow 📝 We are re-sharing our video guide to walk you through the essential components of the application process, one last time!💻✨ 🔗 Apply now: https://buff.ly/4da9pxG 📅 Deadline: October 24, 2024 at 11:59 PM PST #SchoolStreets #BCCommunities #ApplicationGuide #HealthySchools

Join Green Roofs for Healthy Cities for Nature in the City Week, November 3-9, 2024! Explore Toronto’s green spaces and learn about nature-based solutions like wetlands, green roofs, bioswales, and parks. Enjoy free walks and talks across the city and virtually. Discover how green infrastructure supports well-being and resilience. 📅 When: November 3-9, 2024 📍 Where: Across Toronto & Virtually Cost: Free! Register now and be part of a greener future. https://buff.ly/48a9Tmi #NatureInTheCity #GreenInfrastructure #SustainableCities #Toronto Alt text: A promo image with a dark green background with the text; "Nature in the City Week, November 3-9, tour and talks that teach and inspire." in the first half of the image, and a landscape aerial city image in the bottom half of the image.