Alberta Ecotrust Foundation

One more day for early bird tickets There's only one day left to get a discounted ticket to the Environmental Gathering. Don't miss out >> Buy a ticket today!... https://albertaecotrust.com/gathering/ See more

ROLL CALL - Stefanie Drozda of Alberta Ecotrust Foundation Join Stefanie Drozda of Alberta Ecotrust Foundation for the Cultivating Hope session that will highlight projects, like the Climate Innovation Fund, that have cultivated hope by engaging communities, made an impact on policy and launched innovative programs. Buy a ticket now!

ROLL CALL - Mike Mellross of Alberta Ecotrust Foundation Join Mike Mellross of Alberta Ecotrust Foundation for the Cultivating Hope session that will highlight projects, like the Climate Innovation Fund, that have cultivated hope by engaging communities, made an impact on policy and launched innovative programs. Buy a ticket now!

ROLL CALL - Jessica Lajoie of Alberta Ecotrust Foundation Join Jessica Lajoie of Alberta Ecotrust Foundation for the Cultivating Hope session that will highlight projects, like the Climate Innovation Fund, that have cultivated hope by engaging communities, made an impact on policy and launched innovative programs. Buy a ticket now!

ROLL CALL - Mary Pickering of the Atmospheric Fund As a sector, we are increasingly recognizing that environmental challenges are intimately connected to social, health, and economic challenges experienced in our communities. Join Mary Pickering from the Atmospheric Fund they discuss and engage participants in approaches to designing programs and projects that offer multiple community benefits.... Buy a ticket now! https://albertaecotrust.com/gathering/

ROLL CALL - Stefan Hostetter of the Centre for Social Innovation As a sector, we are increasingly recognizing that environmental challenges are intimately connected to social, health, and economic challenges experienced in our communities. Join Stefan Hostetter of the Centre for Social Innovation they discuss and engage participants in approaches to designing programs and projects that offer multiple community benefits.... Buy a ticket now! https://albertaecotrust.com/gathering/

DON'T MISS OUT! Tomorrow is the last day to join the Accelerating Building Retrofits in Commercial Buildings pilot project. You'll get: A done-for-you, personalized list of low-carbon retrofit projects. Exclusive access to alternative financing mechanisms that you may not be able to access by yourself.... Apply now before it's too late! https://bit.ly/3o5Qmym

Canada is facing a climate emergency. Whether it’s wildfires, devastating flooding or fatal heatwaves, we’re experiencing the climate crisis in our cities firsthand, and more action is needed."

ROLL CALL - Chúk Odenigbo of Future Ancestors Services Join facilitator Chúk Odenigbo of Future Ancestors Services in exploring the meaning of environmental justice and how it can be woven into our collaborations, programs, and strategies as environmental changemakers. This interactive session will include examples of concrete steps and changes organizations can make to build equitable, inclusive, and environmentally abundant futures here in Alberta.... Buy a ticket now! https://albertaecotrust.com/gathering/

Have you registered for FCM’s 2021 Sustainable Communities Conference yet? Register today and gain access to relevant workshops, inspiring speakers and training sessions. Together, we can build a renewed tomorrow. https://fcm.ca/scc

DON'T MISS OUT! Today is the last day to enter our Youth Essay Contest! You could win: A grand prize of $250 A coveted ticket to the Environmental Gathering.... A special spot in our upcoming Imagining the Future video series. Enter now before it's too late! https://albertaecotrust.com/gathering

Get a done-for-you list of low-carbon retrofit projects for your commercial building. Sign up for the Accelerating Building Retrofits in Commercial Buildings pilot project by October 15, 2021. https://bit.ly/3o5Qmym

"Energy efficiency upgrades not only reduce carbon emissions but can also make your home healthier and more comfortable. If you are a homeowner in Edmonton, we encourage you to take a look at how you can participate." Read here from Stefanie Drozda, our Program Specialist with the Climate Innovation Fund in Edmonton:

"There is a growing gap between demand and capacity. Many charities are experiencing higher demand, while at the same time grappling with staff and volunteer shortages. Organizations are being stretched to do more, and the increased pressure is taking a toll on employees." Read here from Imagine Canada: https://buff.ly/3bsqd56

Did you miss our Idea Talk on CitiesIPCC: Communities & Climate Change at #EcoGather20 last year? Watch the webinar recording here from the City of Edmonton and Change for Climate Edmonton:

February at Alberta Ecotrust! New blog posts from our Team on: - Your Questions About our Environmental Grant Program Answered - ERA’S Rebate Program: Are Rebates Enough? ... - Edmonton's Home Energy Refrofit Accelerator Program Facilitates Residential Emissions Reductions - A Growing Network of Corporate Support Read our newsletter here:

"Our larger corporate Visionary and Patron Partners are a big part of our continued success but there is also an invaluable growing network of small and mid-size corporate donors directing community investment support towards our work. Recently, we received a donation from our friends at Brightspot Climate Inc. after a member of their team recalled the great experience she had at our annual Environmental Gatherings. The team at Brightspot Climate Inc. recognized the values they shared with Alberta Ecotrust when making the decision to donate." Learn about our growing network of corporate support & how your company can join us from Vicki Stroich, our Engagement Director:

CPAWS Southern Alberta's project addresses the policy, people, and practice of land use and sustainable recreation. In order to create strong public land policy, Albertans need to be engaged in public land management. Learn more about this Major Project: