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Are you interested in local implementation of stormwater management best practices? ÌýJoin us for a lunchtime lecture to learn about the many stormwater management innovations that are available for property owners in À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Region.

Presented by Sustainable Youth Canada and the À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Region Environment Network, this is a public conference on how youth in Kitchener-À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ can foster sustainability in their own communities.

The event will feature community leaders, members of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Region's sustainability network, and youth groups with opportunities for engagement and participation. ÌýConfirmed panelists include:

Sustainable À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Region is hosting DavidÌýPaterson, Vice President Corporate and Environmental Affairs from General Motors Canada, for a discussion of how General Motors prioritizesÌýenvironmental sustainability in in their facility operations. David also provide insight about how sustainability is impacting their business model.

Join Sustainable À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Region (SWR) for an evening of networking and celebration of the local sustainability movement. ÌýJoin over 400 community, business, and government leaders inÌýthe largest sustainability-focused event in À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Region.

The first Energize: Sustainable City Challenge is being held at the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ as part of Power Shift À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Region and Climate Action À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Region.

Come and join Sustainable À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Region and other local organizations to celebrate this year's achievements in sustainability across the Region!

Looking for an outdoor break at lunch time? Then why not join the UÀ¶Ý®ÊÓƵÌýand Wilfrid Laurier'sÌýSustainability offices for a group bike ride and a picnic in the park!

What Can YOUth Do 2017 is almost here! Sustainable Youth Canada, À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Region Environmental Network and Sierra Youth are excited to partner local NGO’s, academics, entrepreneurs and politicians with passionate youth interested in discussing sustainability in À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Region!

Climate change is the pre-eminent global issue of our time, yet many of us still struggle to find the right language, time and place to talk about it. Beyond Crisis is a 1-hour film that models a constructive dialogue on climate change, with over 50 diverse voices spread over 5 chapters.

Take part in our Earth Month Photo ContestÌýand share your sustainable photos with us! Go on a fun eco-adventure, makeÌýa trip to the market, or share a photo of yourself enjoying the outdoors. We'reÌýlooking for any photos related to sustainability! Post your photo using #sustainableuwaterloo and follow us on that social media account to be entered in a draw to win some great prizes!

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