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Trashfusion Design Contest & Community Green ExpoTake part in changing the way we think about recyclables at the Trashfusion Design and Award Show. Trashfusion is a design challenge to create an outfit from what we would normally consider trash. Join community members, businesses, green organizations and artists as they demonstrate ways to bring the world into a greener consciousness. Location: Sheridan Centre, 2225 Erin Mills Parkway, Mississauga, just north of the QEW Time: 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost: n/a Contact: For details visit www.trashfusion.ca  Caledon Creek Community Tree Planting EventJoin community partners and local residents in restoring habitat for the endangered Redside Dace and other fish and wildlife; combat climate change; and green your neighbourhood by planting trees. Roadside parking is permitted. Shovels, gloves and light refreshments will be provided. Please dress for the weather. Location: Tree planting is east of Caledon Village, on the north side of Charleston Sideroad west of Kennedy Road. From Charleston Sideroad, turn north on Chester Drive, then right on Avellino Court. Meet the green team at the entrance to the greenbelt. Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost: Free Contact: For more information and to register please contact: Christine Pritchard at 905-713-7399 or christine.pritchard@ontariostreams.on.ca Your Green YardPlant your garden and lawn with vibrant native species that are right for your yard. Learn more about native plants, which plants to use where, and other ideas for the rest of your yard. Take home design ideas, fact sheets and other resources. Credit Valley Conservation's Program Coordinator of Residential Outreach brings experience in landscape design and local ecology to this informative workshop. Location: Mississauga Central Library - 301 Burnhamthorpe Road West, Meeting Room CL3 (Administration Wing) Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m. Cost: Admission is free Contact: For more information and to register, please call Sciences and Business Department 905-615-3500 ext. 3589. Your Green Yard Workshop - Lake WabukayneDo you live in the Lake Wabukayne neighbourhood? Learn about vibrant local native species that are right for your yard, how to maintain your yard environmentally, and how to green your outdoor building projects. Neighbours can sign up at the event to receive a free tree or shrub. The information in this workshop is oriented toward Lake Wabukayne area residents but all are welcome to attend. Location: Meadowvale Church, 2630 Inlake Court Mississauga Time: 9 a.m to noon Cost: Free Contact: For more information please contact Melanie Kramer at mkramer@creditvalleyca.ca. You can register by clicking the link below or by calling the Stewardship Hotline at 905-670-1615 ext. 221. Miraculous MigrantsJoin Bridget Stutchbury, an international birding expert and professor at York University, as she relates her world travels from the jungles of Costa Rica and Belize to the forests here in our backyards. Discover how migratory birds live, find out why their numbers are declining and learn how you can make a difference. Bridget was a finalist for the Governor General’s Literary Awards for her book “Silence of the Songbirds” and was recognized by the Globe and Mail as a Best Book of the Year. Please note that registration is required to attend the event. Registration closes May 13th. Location: Terra Cotta Conservation Area Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Cost: Free with regular admission to Terra Cotta CA Contact: education@creditvalleyca.ca or 905-670-1615 x221 International Biodiversity Day: Natural Space InvadersLearn about garlic mustard and invasive species from Credit Valley Conservation's expert ecologist, followed by a garlic mustard pull challenge. See how much you can pull compared to your friends and win some cool prizes. After all your hard work, join us for a free barbecue lunch (veggie options will be provided). For the rest of the afternoon, enjoy hiking and exploring Terra Cotta Conservation Area. Location: Terra Cotta Conservation Area; 14452 Winston Churchill Boulevard, Halton Hills (2 km north of the Village of Terra Cotta). Meet in the main parking lot just past the gatehouse. Time: 9 a.m. to noon Cost: Free Contact: For additional information, please contact Holly Nadalin at 905-670-1615 ext. 449 or by email at hnadalin@creditvalleyca.ca Canoe the CreditJoin Credit Valley Conservation Foundation (CVCF) for the third Annual Canoe the Credit event. This year's event includes the White Water Paddle, the Flat Water Paddle and the Team Challenge. This event raises funds in support of the Conservation Youth Corps (CYC), a program that gives local teens opportunities to participate in environmental activities, such as tree planting, river cleanups, fish and aquatic monitoring and wildlife habitat construction. For more information about the event please visit: http://www.creditvalleycons.com/foundation/canoethecredit/ Location: Credit River at Lakeshore, Port Credit Time: Check-in starts at 8:30 a.m. and events start at 10 a.m.Please visit the website for specific details on time and location of events Cost: Free Contact: For more information, please contact Nicole Deckert, Partnership Development Coordinator at 905-670-1615 ext. 418 or by email at ndeckert@creditvalleyca.ca www.canoethecredit.ca FAST Forward 2010 Film Festival"Food, Inc." A close and shocking look at the not so savory underbelly of the US food industry, well-hidden from everyday consumers. We"re much better off here in Canada - or are we? Sponsored by Treehaven Natural Foods in honour of Helen Lakusta. Location: Erin Canadian Legion Hall - 12 Dundas St. E., Erin Time: 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) Cost: Free Contact: Lisa Brusse 905-670-1615 ext. 444 lbrusse@creditvalleyca.ca Reducing Environmental Footprint in the Fletcher's Creek WatershedCredit Valley Conservation and the Ontario Centre for Environmental Technology Advancement (OCETA) are pleased to invite Fletcher's Creek Watershed communities to participate in a Pollution Prevention Workshop. This event is an opportunity for Fletcher's Creek Watershed stakeholders to discuss and share information on pollution prevention opportunities and activities within the watershed, while strengthening partnerships across stakeholder communities. Location: Rotary Glen Banquet Hall, 1857 Queen Street West, Brampton Time: 8 a.m. to noon Cost: Free Contact: For more information, please contact Phil James at 905-670-1615 ext. 234 or at pjames@creditvalleyca.ca Native Wildflower FolkloreIn the past, wildflowers were not just pretty to look at but were used in every day living. From nutritious food sources to medicines, they were often used by Aboriginal people and pioneer settlers. Learn about historical uses for plants and wildflowers and how we still use them today. Please note that registration is required to attend the event. Registration closes May 27th. Location: Terra Cotta Conservation Area Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m. Cost: Free with regular admission to Terra Cotta Contact: education@creditvalleyca.ca or 905-670-1615 x221 2nd Annual Bogfest (featuring Your Green Yard Workshop presentation)This event is a community celebration of the Creditview Wetland, organized by the Creditview Wetland Stewardship Committee in partnership with CVC and the City of Mississauga. This event includes a presentation by CVC staff on 'Native Plant Gardening.' Learn how to plant your lawn and garden with vibrant native species that are right for your yard! Discover local native plants, how to work with your specific site conditions and other tips for a sustainable green yard. This is an opportunity to learn about removing invasive species and exploring the Wetland. Activities are also planned for children. Location: Creditview Wetland - meet at Willowvale Gardens parking lot. The 'Your Green Yard Workshop' will take place at the Chinese Presbyterian Church, 5230 River Forest Court, Mississauga (off Fallingbrook Drive) Time: 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.The presentation will take place from 11 a.m. until noon Cost: Free Contact: If you would like more information, please contact Gary Mascola - Creditview Wetland Stewardship at 647-388-5155 or at mascola.gary@rogers.com Help Control the Spread of Invasive SpeciesJoin the community to help control the spread of invasive species within the conservation area. Wear sturdy boots, work gloves, and dress for the weather. Work gloves are available. Snacks provided Pre-registration not required. Location: Rattray Marsh, Bexhill Rd. entrance, south of Lakeshore Rd. in Clarkson Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Cost: Free Contact: stewardship@creditvalleyca.ca 905-670-1615 x221 Rattray Marsh - Uproot UpriseDo your part to control the spread of 'Natural Space' Invaders and keep Rattray Marsh healthy. Together we will remove garlic mustard, honeysuckle and other invasive species that are choking out the native plants that wildlife depend on. Dress for the weather - wear work gloves and sturdy boots, sunscreen and insect repellant (if necessary). Please bring a refillable water bottle. Snacks will be provided. No advanced registration is required. http://www.creditvalleycons.com/recandleisure/maps/rattray.pdf Location: Rattray Marsh Conservation Area - Meet at the Bexhill Road entrance, south of Lakeshore Road in Clarkson. Time: 9 a.m. to noon Cost: Free Contact: For more information, please contact Credit Valley Conservation at 905-670-1615 ext. 221 or Rattray Marsh Protection Association at 905-823-1572 or 905-820-2571. Rich Biodiversity in the Credit River WatershedJoin us with your family and friends to learn about the fascinating animals and plants that are part of our watershed. Learn interesting facts about the natural environment and about your neighbourhood. Light refreshments will be provided. Location: Brampton Library, South Fletcher's Branch, 500 Ray Lawson Boulevard Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Cost: Free Contact: For more information, please contact Ashoo Anand, Multicultural Outreach Coordinator at 905-670-1615 ext. 454 or at aanand@creditvalleyca.ca |
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