Earthcare Thunder Bay
111 Syndicate Ave. S. P7C 5K4 Thunder Bay, ON, Canada

Today is World Water Day! This year's theme is "Valuing Water". Take some time to appreciate the water in your life, or even join in on the UN's virtual Water Day event!

To help Thunder Bay recycle efficiently, remember it’s as easy as 1-2-3! Paper products in one bag, flattened cardboard in a bundle, and containers in a separate bag. Learn more: thunderbay.ca/recycle.

This week is Research and Innovation week at Lakehead University! The theme this year is Our Changing World, and explores how research at Lakehead is contributing towards the UN's Sustainable Development Goals!

Call for input and ideas! The City is embarking on a once-in-a-generation opportunity to redesign the streets in the North Core Downtown. What would you like to... see? Please visit our Reimagining the North Core Streetscapes page for information, and log in/register to take our survey: https://bit.ly/3s1av7I See more

Our friends at the Lakehead University Office of Sustainability are hosting their second presentation in the Sustainability Across the Disciplines series! Featuring local researchers, the presentations will explore sustainability across research disciplines at Lakehead University, with this edition featuring the research of Dr. Cheryl Lousley.

Starting in an hour! Join Future Majority and Minister Hajdu in the Thunder Bay region for a nonpartisan discussion about making Canada's post-COVID-19 recovery plan as green and just as possible.

Happy Waste Reduction Week (WRW) everyone! This educational and annual campaign through Waste Reduction Week in Canada focuses on the principles of a circula...r economy, resource efficiency, and waste reduction from Oct 19-24, to raise awareness about the consequences of waste in our environment and health, while encouraging new innovative ideas and solutions for Canadian communities across the country. Join EcoSuperior this week as we discuss, share, and celebrate what we are doing to enhance and protect our environment through: Instagram story #TRIVIA contests (Tues, Wed, Thurs)* A Waste Reduction Week webinar (Oct. 20th @ 7pm)* Stay tuned to our social media stories to learn more about the the daily themes, tips, and tricks of living a low-waste lifestyle. * Ungalli Clothing Co. , The Refill Co. , & The Growing Season prizes available to win upon participation ** Waste reduction programs are funded by the city of Thunder Bay, delivered by EcoSuperior.

Our friends at the Lakehead University Office of Sustainability are launching an online series of presentations! Featuring local researchers, the presentations will explore sustainability across research disciplines at Lakehead University, beginning with the work of Dr. Mirella Stroink!

Happy Waste Reduction Week (WRW) everyone! This educational and annual campaign through Waste Reduction Week in Canada focuses on the principles of a circula...r economy, resource efficiency, and waste reduction from Oct 19-24, to raise awareness about the consequences of waste in our environment and health, while encouraging new innovative ideas and solutions for Canadian communities across the country. Join EcoSuperior this week as we discuss, share, and celebrate what we are doing to enhance and protect our environment through: Instagram story #TRIVIA contests (Tues, Wed, Thurs)* A Waste Reduction Week webinar (Oct. 20th @ 7pm)* Stay tuned to our social media stories to learn more about the the daily themes, tips, and tricks of living a low-waste lifestyle. * Ungalli Clothing Co. , The Refill Co. , & The Growing Season prizes available to win upon participation ** Waste reduction programs are funded by the city of Thunder Bay, delivered by EcoSuperior.

An exciting and innovative new project! Learn more about the launch of Wah-Ka-Ih-Kun Mamo Anokiwin (Working Together to Build a House) Initiative, a partnership between Kiikenomaga Kikenjigewen Employment and Training Services (KKETS) and Discovery House, in Matawa communities: https://www.cbc.ca//thun/net-zero-housing-matawa-1.5745202

It's official. Registration for the City of Thunder Bay's Spring Into Fall Clean Up program starts TODAY. The best part? You can win several local prize-packs j...ust by registering. Want to increase your chances of winning? Simply: 1. Take a photo of your clean up in action 2. Share it to social media 3. Hashtag #springintofalltb That's it! For real. Enter & find out more at: https://www.ecosuperior.org/springintofall

Stop by Prince Arthur's Landing and check out the Seabin! This trash collection device is helping to remove plastic waste from our Great Lakes.

10 million kilograms of plastic litter end up in the Great Lakes each year. EarthCare Thunder Bay and the City's Parks and Open Spaces section are joining the #GreatLakesPlasticCleanup project to help capture & cleanup plastic pollution using a Seabin device. Learn more by visiting www.greatlakesplasticcleanup.org/ and check out the Seabin in action across from the Splash Pad at Prince Arthur's Landing!

Do you want to help shape your community? Consider serving on one of the following local Committees and Boards for the City of Thunder Bay: Clean, Green & Beaut...iful Advisory Committee, Earthcare Advisory Committee, and the Sister City Advisory Committee. Learn more:https://www.thunderbay.ca//city/committees-and-boards.aspx

The Community Energy and Emissions Plan survey results are now available! You can download the results, and learn more, by visiting: https://getinvolvedthunderbay.ca/community-energy-plan.

Garden Pests and Diseases Webinar July 16, 3-4 pm. Are your garden plants looking a bit chewed up this summer? Not sure what to do about it? Join us to learn ...from entomologist and avid gardener, Dr. Ken Deacon about many different pests and diseases that can impact your garden plants. The webinar will discuss what to look for, pest identification, and different solutions. To Register: https://lakeheadu.zoom.us//tJcvceChrDMsHtNy1l51S4b89c7Rkpm

Free compost is available at the Solid Waste and Recycling Facility on Mapleward Road! Click below for more details

June 5th is #WorldEnvironmentDay! Learn more and access an extensive list of online global events by visiting https://www.worldenvironmentday.global/ #ForNature.

Have your say on the creation of the Community Energy & Emissions Plan! Learn more and take the 10-minute survey at https://getinvolvedthunderbay.ca/community-energy-plan. Survey closes on Sunday, May 31st.

Join EcoSuperior on June 4th for a virtual screening of "Our Water" in celebration of Canadian Environment Week!

When used masks and gloves end up as litter, it's harmful to others and our environment. Dispose of your personal protective equipment properly and help #StopTheSpread. #ActONlitter