October, 2018
EARTHCARE THUNDER BAY NEWS
Promoting community events, information, and opportunities that improve or promote the sustainability and livability of Thunder Bay.
WORKING GROUPS
Get involved and join a working group!  Working Groups are the horsepower that help to achieve the goals set out in the EarthCare Sustainability Plan . If you would like to attend a working group meeting please contact the Chairs:
Climate Adaptation:  Aynsley Klassen

Waste:  Dan Munshaw

Water:   Samuel Pegg

Community Greening:  Kyle Jessiman

Mobility - Walkability:  Joanna Carastathis

Food Strategy Council or Working Groups:  Karen Kerk
EVENTS
October 2 and October 10, 5 to 7pm
EarthCare Neighbour Nights
EarthCare will be hosting two 'Neighbours Night' events. These events will bring neighbours together to connect with each other, learn about programs and resources that will build community resilience, and have fun. There will be free food, games, information booths, and more.  

1)      The first event will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 2, from 5-7 pm, at County Park behind Our Lady of Charity School. If the weather conditions are poor, the event will take place inside the gymnasium at Our Lady of Charity School.
2)      The second event will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 10, from 5-7 pm, in the park area behind West Thunder Community Centre. If the weather conditions are poor, the event will take place inside the gymnasium at St. Martin’s School. 

In the face of challenges brought on by climate change, our community needs neighbours who support each other through emergencies and recovery. Our hope is that by providing the space, time and support we can help neighbours strengthen their relationships, their neighbourhoods and in turn Thunder Bay. 
October 3, 2018, 4 - 7 pm
Have Your Say on the McIntyre Floodway Pedestrian/Cyclist Bridge 
The City of Thunder Bay is hosting a Public Open House about the new proposed pedestrian and cyclist bridge over the McIntyre Floodway. The Open House will feature information about the project, concept plans and an opportunity for the community to provide feedback on the project. 

This proposed bridge crossing the McIntyre Floodway is a key part of a longer-term project to develop a north-south walking and cyclist route. The route is part of the 2008 Thunder Bay Active Transportation Plan and was chosen because it is a low-stress route and away from busy vehicular traffic.

The Open House is taking place at the corner of Carrick Street and Waterford Street, at the McIntyre Floodway (near Rust Check). A free BBQ and warm drinks will be provided to those who attend.

City staff as well as members of TBT Engineering Limited firm will be on-site at the Open House.
October 17, 2018, 2 pm
Public Tour of Solid Waste and Recycling Facility
Ever wonder about the journey that waste travels once it leaves the curb? Don’t miss the opportunity to see what happens at its final destination through a tour of the Solid Waste & Recycling Facility.
Shuttle departs CLE @ 1:40 pm.
Tour starts at 2 pm.

October 17, 6:30 pm
Waste Reduction in the Home
Waverley Public Library

Join EcoSuperior at the Waveryly Public Library to learn how to send less garbage to the landfill and get how-to help for people who want to start integrating smart sustainable choices into everyday living at home. Free event and no registration is required. 
October 18, 7 pm
Home Composting Workshop
Do you want to learn how to start composting in your own backyard? Join EcoSuperior’s Scraps to Soil: Composting for Beginners workshop. Learn about the basics of home composting and get all your questions answered. Please note that this workshop is located in EcoSuperior's basement boardroom which is only accessible by stairs.

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INFORMATION
Blue Bag Blunders
Walk to School Month
October is Walk to School Month

Students are encouraged to choose active transportation for the trip to and from school. Students who are bused can also be encouraged to use active transportation to get to the bus stop. Active transportation increases physical activity, improves physical, mental and emotional health while also benefiting our environment.

CLIMATE CHANGE PHOTO OF THE MONTH
Youth Voice Makes a Difference
" 121 young people from 14 schools across Northwestern Ontario have gathered together for three days to learn about the complexities of climate change, explore what it means to be an Agent of Change, and design an action campaign to make change in their communities. Powerful! Amazing! "

Take two minutes to share your own photo message about climate change in the Thunder Bay region at Climatechangetbay.com
ENVIRO TIP
Happy Eco-friendly Thanksgiving!

Going grocery shopping for Thanksgiving? Remember to buy local and bring your reusable bags! Buying locally grown food is a good way to have an eco-friendly Thanksgiving. Locally grown food is good for your health and the environment. Locally grown food tastes better than food that has to be grown and packaged for maximum shelf life, and it requires less fuel to reach store shelves. Locally grown food also contributes more to your local economy, supporting local farmers as well as local merchants.
GUIDING DOCUMENTS
We need a healthy environment to have a healthy economy and society.

EarthCare Thunder Bay is a partnership between the City of Thunder Bay and the Community to work together on issues of community sustainability.
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