The UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration launches on June 5 — World Environment Day — to prevent, halt and reverse ecosystem degradation across the globe. Leading that charge at home is Forests Ontario, a not-for-profit charity focused on tree planting and forest education. Forests Ontario is one of only a handful of North American organizations participating in the UN Decade as an official Restoration Implementation partner. Read more
Trees in and around urban areas maintain healthy communities. Trees not only provide the oxygen we breathe, they also play a vital role in climate change mitigation and adaptation, air pollution removal and energy conservation. But what if these benefits were purposely funneled to benefit only some communities? A report from the City of Toronto estimates that Toronto’s urban forests provide the equivalent of $28 million in ecological services annually. For instance, trees in Toronto improve air quality by removing 1,905 metric tonnes of air pollution...
FINCH — South Nation Conservation will be hosting an online meeting later this month for interested logging contractors. It’s part of SNC’s efforts in sustainably managing forests in eastern Ontario, announcing hardwood and softwood tender opportunities. “Sustainability managing a forest is critical to its health and productivity, and to the needs of the local economy and its industries,” said SNC property lead Pat Piitz in a news release. “In an overgrown forest, trees are all competing for the same resources,...
There are only three months left of 2020, a year that has challenged us all to question so much of what’s happening in our world. How do we create a healthier, more just future for us all? We’re bringing this discussion to the fore so we can all learn more about the direct links between the health of our planet and human health. On the 27th October 2020, you’re invited to a live panel event, hosted by TreeSisters Founder, Clare...
December 14, 5:00 Simply Jennifer, 377 11th Street, Come join Patrick and I as we keep our doors open until pm for some board game fun. We bring our own games from home but if you have one you wish to bring , please do.Open to everyone, we have literature on hand, some cozy spots if you wish to just enjoy the space and menu. See you then.
August 25 & 26 Weekend Events: Saturday Young champions day is a great initiation into the sport in a fun non-timed environment. Kids aged 4-14 take part in duathlon and triathlon events at the Cornwall Aquatic Centre. Sunday events move to L’Heritage High School. Events for ages 15 & Up include a 5k run, duathlon and triathlon events.
Summer has Officially Arrived and Cornwall’s Waterfront Trail awaits you! You may cycle, walk or take a run down the wonderful path that the Waterfront Trail offers. The scenery is great with many benches with which to enjoy it along the way. There is a splash pad and Rotary exercise centre in Lamoureux Park. Reminder, please do not feed the wildlife. Get out and enjoy our fine city!
Wednesday, April 4 at 7:00 Schnitzels European Flavors Pitt Street The River Institute’s signature Science and Nature on Tap speaker series will tap one of their own when RiverLabs program leader, Louis Savard presents on one his favourite topics – the art and science of brewing a good beer. As it turns out, it’s all about the water. The craft brewing industry in Ontario continues to grow by leaps and bounds and one of the largest challenges being faced, especially...