Climate Change

Sep
25
2018

Talking Climate 2.0: Turning Research into Practice

Alberta Ecotrust Foundation
Sep 25 2018 - 9:30am to 4:00pm

How to start a conversation Albertans care about.

Building on the success of last year’s Talking Climate events, George Marshall returns to Calgary to unpack the insights and perspectives of the Alberta Narratives Project – a year-long community initiative that engaged more than 500 Albertans and uncovers new ways of talking about climate and energy in our province. Read more about Talking Climate 2.0: Turning Research into Practice

Register before September 18 on Eventbrite
Alberta Ecotrust
Climate Change
Energy
Sep
28
2018

Having climate-energy conversations in Alberta: what works and what doesn’t…

MacEwan University Office of Sustianability
University of Alberta Sustainability Council
Sep 28 2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

Few issues facing Canada are as divided – and divisive – as climate change and energy.

In this interactive presentation, George Marshall will unpack the insights and perspectives of the Alberta Narratives Project – a year-long initiative involving nearly 500 Albertans to uncover new ways of talking about climate and energy in our province that are built on common ground and respect for different ways of seeing the world. Read more about Having climate-energy conversations in Alberta: what works and what doesn’t…

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Location

Feigel Conference Centre
Allard Hall, MacEwan University (11104 104 Avenue NW)
T5K 1M9 Edmonton , AB
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Climate Change
Energy
Environmental Activism
Environmental Education
Public Participation
Aug
29
2018

Climate Action Fund

Organization: 
Environment and Climate Change Canada
Deadline: 
21 Sep 2018

Introduction

Climate change is one of the defining environmental challenges of our time. More than ever before, Canadians are taking part in climate action. Increasing awareness and action on climate change helps Canadians lead more affordable, cleaner and healthier lives while protecting our environment. Read more about Climate Action Fund

Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada
Climate Change
Youth & the Environment
Indigienous Peoples Issues
Aug
24
2018

Job Opportunity: Program Coordinator (1-Year Contract Position), CPAWS Northern Alberta

Position: 
Program Coordinator
Organization: 
CPAWS Northern Alberta
Application Deadline: 
31 Aug 2018
Location: 
Edmonton

CPAWS Northern Alberta is seeking an enthusiastic, environmentally focused person to act as Program Coordinator to manage the chapter’s Climate Education Program, member and public engagement activities and communications, and assist staff in conservation work.

Engagement and Communication duties include: Read more about Job Opportunity: Program Coordinator (1-Year Contract Position), CPAWS Northern Alberta

Source: CPAWS Northern Alberta
Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society
Climate Change
Biodiversity and Wildlife
Wilderness & Parks
Environmental Education
Part-time
Contract
Paid
Aug
20
2018

Canada must chart its own course to hold firm on transportation climate commitments

Pembina Institute reacts to Canada's mid-term evaluation of vehicle emission standards

Pembina Institute

TORONTO — Isabelle Turcotte, Director of Federal Policy at the Pembina Institute, made the following statement in response to Canada's announcement of public consultations on vehicle emission standards: Read more about Canada must chart its own course to hold firm on transportation climate commitments

Source: Pembina Institute
Pembina Institute
Air Quality
Climate Change
Transportation
Aug
13
2018

 Solar Power: Our Allegiance to Land, Air, Water, and Sun

Keepers of the Athabasca
Sucker Creek First Nation
High Prairie Regional Environmental Action Committee

Keepers of the Athabasca is partnering with Sucker Creek First Nation, and the Society of High Prairie Regional Environmental Action Committee to put a solar installation on the Treaty 8 Building in Sucker Creek First Nation, where Treaty 8 was signed over 100 years ago. We are all Treaty people; our ancestors signed this agreement with the intent to respect Indigenous lands and ways of life.  Read more about  Solar Power: Our Allegiance to Land, Air, Water, and Sun

Source: Keepers of the Athabasca
Keepers of the Athabasca
Regional Environmental Action Committee
Climate Change
Renewables & Alternatives
Aug
08
2018

Difficult Times to be a Glacier in Western Canada

The Rockies Institute
Aug 8 2018 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Dr. Shawn Marshall, Canada Research Chair in Climate Change studying glacier and ice sheet response to climate change, will present on the current status and predicted future for glaciers in Western Canada. The hour-long presentation will include time for questions from the audience.

Register Online Read more about Difficult Times to be a Glacier in Western Canada

Source: Eventbrite

Location

Canmore Seniors Centre, Creekside Hall
600 9 Street
T1W 3L9 Canmore , AB
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Climate Change
Aug
28
2018

Presentation: Respecting the River

CPAWS Northern Alberta
Aug 28 2018 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Why should we care about headwaters?

CPAWS Northern Alberta will be travelling to Grande Prairie and Peace River to give presentations about the conservation of the headwaters from August 28th to August 30th.

CPAWS Northern Alberta will be giving a presentation on the conservation issues in the Grande Prairie area, on the importance of the headwaters of the Peace and Athabasca rivers, their role in climate change mitigation, and the impacts downstream that could occur if they are not protected! Read more about Presentation: Respecting the River

Source: CPAWS Northern Alberta

Location

Grande Prairie Public Library
101–9839 103 Avenue
Grande Prairie , AB
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Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society
Climate Change
Biodiversity and Wildlife
Fresh Water
Water & Watershed Management
Sep
26
2018

2018 Alberta Climate Summit

Pembina Institute
Sep 26 2018 - 8:30am

Bringing Albertans together to lead the energy evolution

The Alberta Climate Summit brings 500+ thought leaders from industry, government, environmental NGOs, and Indigenous and rural communities together to learn about global trends with implications in Alberta, hear diverse local success stories and explore the potential in Alberta’s energy evolution. The full-day event showcases a range of perspectives, opportunities for Alberta, informs and connects decision makers, and inspires participants to play an active role in the province’s energy future. Read more about 2018 Alberta Climate Summit

Full Program & Registration Details on the Summit website

Location

BMO Centre
20 Roundup Way SW
Calgary , AB
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Pembina Institute
Climate Change
Economics
Energy

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