Events at the Saskatchewan Envrionmental Society

tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19427686931263834572024-08-28T18:07:33.669-07:00Events at the Saskatchewan Envrionmental SocietySaskatchewan Environmental Societyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10538362949029508855noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1942768693126383457.post-64504867979864019672011-08-21T21:14:00.000-07:002011-08-22T15:40:00.334-07:00Issues with new site

Hi Everyone, We are having a couple of issues with the new website, so it has been temporarily disabled. We will get it fixed as quickly as possible and get the site back up.

SES webmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16720259286166621975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1942768693126383457.post-78514393386843668662011-08-15T14:37:00.000-07:002011-08-15T14:42:33.721-07:00Sustainable Gourmet VI

September 24, 2011 6 p.m. Confederation Inn 3330 Fairlight Drive, Saskatoon Tickets: $75 (a portion is tax-deductible). Contact SES at 665-1915 to help SES work towards a sustainable future. Eat Local! All of the primary ingredients for the Sustainable Gourmet will be grown or made locally. Vegan options available.

Saskatchewan Environmental Societyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10538362949029508855noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1942768693126383457.post-28897572703415836442011-07-20T09:37:00.000-07:002011-08-08T12:36:25.876-07:00Saskatoon’s Green Energy Park – Achieving a Diverse and Environmentally Sustainable Energy System Using Local Renewable Energy Supplies

Date: Wednesday, September 14, 2011 Start Time: 7 pm End Time: 8:30 pm Event Title: Saskatoon’s Green Energy Park – Achieving a Diverse and Environmentally Sustainable Energy System Using Local Renewable Energy Supplies Location: Cliff Wright Library (1635 McKercher Drive, Saskatoon) Description: The City of Saskatoon is developing a world-class energy park at its landfill that has potential to

Wednesday, June 8, 20117 pm, J.S. Wood Library1801 Lansdowne Avenue, Saskatoon"The Pisim Project" is a film that follows a group of grade 10 students along their journey to building a house using energy efficient technology as well as traditional building methods in Cumberland House, Saskatchewan. The documentary shows what the students learned, what they saw, who they met and the process they

Date: Wednesday, May 11, 2011Time: 7 p.m.Location: J.S. Wood Library1801 Lansdowne AvenueSaskatoonKirby McInnis, from the Permaculture Research Institute of Saskatchewan, will present an overview of permaculture. He will discuss the history and principles behind permaculture, and he will tell you about the interesting things related to permaculture that are going on right here in Saskatoon. If

Make an informed choice. Our friends at other environmental organizations have canvassed the main politcal parties on their platforms for the environment. Check out:The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society, Environmental Defence, Equiterre, and Pembina Institute asked the five main political parties to respond to 10 questions on the environment. Click on links below to review report:http://

Wednesday, April 27, 2011Saskatoon Farmers' Market414 Avenue B South, Saskatoon6:30 pm -- Wine & Cheese7:15 pm -- Guest Speaker: Dr. Howard Wheater, Excellence Research Chair in Water Security,University of Saskatchewan will present "Water futures and the perfect storm: Challenges and opportunities for Saskatchewan"8:00 pm -- AGM

Saskatchewan Environmental Societyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10538362949029508855noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1942768693126383457.post-92128399728487071872011-03-29T08:45:00.000-07:002011-03-29T08:51:14.626-07:00The Future Survival of the Boreal Caribou

Wednesday, April 13, 20117 p.m., J.S. Wood Library1801 Lansdowne Ave., SaskatoonDr. Peter Flood, Professor Emeritus Department of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences University of Saskatchewan. Boreal caribou are magnificent creatures of great beauty that can survive under austere conditions few other species could tolerate. They are revered by the indigenous people of the north and have provided

Saturday, March 26, 2011 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.We want to know what actions you will be taking and what you have planned for the 2011 Earth Hour event - board games by candlelight? Star-gazing? Attending an earth hour-inspired event? Share your plans with us on our facebook page: Earth Hour Saskatoon, or by email at emily@environmentalsociety.ca. Have a happy Earth Hour!

Saskatchewan Environmental Societyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10538362949029508855noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1942768693126383457.post-71988822153797592112011-03-01T11:59:00.000-08:002011-03-01T12:28:55.966-08:00World Water Day -- March 22, 2011

Meewasin Valley Authority &Saskatchewan Environmental Society presentWastewater Treatment Plant TourLearn what happens to your water once you flush.Time: 1 pmLocation: 470 Whiteswan Drive, SaskatoonDetails: Free admission. Must pre-register and be 16 years and older to participate. Contact Franny at 306-665-1915 or email: water@environmentalsociety.ca H2Oil Film ScreeningHear the

Saskatchewan Environmental Societyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10538362949029508855noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1942768693126383457.post-31064640232178745722011-02-25T11:25:00.000-08:002011-02-25T08:40:08.786-08:00Reducing Saskatoon's Environmental Impact

Wednesday, March 11, 20117 pm, J.S. Wood Library1801 Lansdowne Avenue, SaskatoonEver wondered what the City of Saskatoon is doing to reduce the community's environmental impact and ensure that Saskatoon is sustainable into the future? Meagan Hinther, Environmental Coordinator with the City's Environmental Services Branch, will present numerous projects and programs that are reducing Saskatoon's

Saskatchewan Environmental Societyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10538362949029508855noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1942768693126383457.post-8883246614077716502011-02-21T20:18:00.000-08:002011-02-21T20:18:13.132-08:00SES Releases its Position on Nuclear Waste

February 22, 2011 (Saskatoon) - The board of directors of the Saskatchewan Environmental Society (SES) has released its position on the long-term management of high-level nuclear reactor wastes in Canada. The position paper is posted on the Society’s website. Click here to read the rest of the press release.

SES webmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16720259286166621975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1942768693126383457.post-44619309537808503122011-01-13T14:09:00.000-08:002011-01-13T14:18:12.928-08:00Worried About Mold in Your Home?

Wednesday, February 9, 20117 p.m., J.S. Wood Library1801 Lansdowne Avenue, SaskatoonJames Watson from got mold? will give tips on how to figure out if you have a mold problem in your home and what to do about it. It's a presentation every homeowner or renter should attend. Event co-sponsored by the J.S. Wood Library and the Saskatchewan Environmental Society.

Saskatchewan Environmental Societyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10538362949029508855noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1942768693126383457.post-78331539856556603842010-11-30T09:21:00.000-08:002010-11-30T09:33:58.070-08:00Biodiversity of the Strawberry Hills

Date: Wednesday, January 12, 2011Time: 7 p.m.Location: J.S. Wood Library, 1801 Lansdowne Ave., SaskatoonDr. Lynn Oliphant, Professor Emeritus Department of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences University of Saskatchewan, will talk about the "Biodiversity of the Strawberry Hills." Strawberry Hills is located in the Saskatoon area. Come find out more about the spectacular array of biodiversity in our

Wednesday, November 10, 20107 p.m., J.S. Wood Library, Auditorium1801 Lansdowne Avenue, SaskatoonThere seems to be more newspaper and magazine articles these days about green baby products but what does this really mean? What are the criteria? Join our panel discussion of parents with young children who will discribe their own experiences trying to navigate through this complex topic. Audience

Saskatchewan Environmental Societyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10538362949029508855noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1942768693126383457.post-41299278291179728102010-10-14T14:17:00.000-07:002010-10-14T14:27:31.084-07:00Environmental Regulation: Is it being improved or messed up?

Tuesday, November 16, 20107:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., McClure United Church (all-purpose room)4025 Taylor Street East, SaskatoonFree. All welcome.A participatory information and discussion meeting about changes that are going on in environmental legislation and regulation in Saskatchewan and Canada.The meeting, faciliated by renowned adult educator Harald Chapman, will include presentations by

The Saskatchewan Environmental Society presents5th Annual Sustainable GourmetSaturday, October 2nd 6 p.m., Confederation Inn (3330 Fairlight Drive, Saskatoon)Tickets: $75 with a portion tax-deductible. Only 150 tickets will be sold!Contact: SES Office 306-665-1915 Eat Gourmet! Local chefs will be preparing mouth-watering dishes.Eat Local! All primary ingredients will be grown or made locally.

Saskatchewan Environmental Societyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10538362949029508855noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1942768693126383457.post-24444021132141531862010-08-31T08:54:00.000-07:002010-08-31T09:04:46.597-07:00Building Green: A Net Zero Home

Date: Wednesday, October 13, 2010Time: 7 PMLocation: J.S. Wood Library, 1801 Lansdowne Ave., SaskatoonA Net Zero Home is defined as a home that generates as much energy as it uses on an annual basis. Many tried and proven technologies are available to reduce energy consumption and related greenhouse gases emissions from residential homes. Each of the technologies has a different cost and related

Date: Wednesday, September 22, 2010Time: 7 PMLocation: J.S. Wood Library, 1801 Lansdowne Avenue, SaskatoonLEED for Homes Canada is a rating system that promotes the design and construction of high-performance green homes. A green home uses less energy, water, and natural resources; creates less waste; and is healthier and more comfortable for the occupants. This presentation will review the

Date: Wedesday, September 8, 2010Time: 7 PMLocation: J.S. Wood Library, 1801 Lansdowne Avenue, SaskatoonDescription: Join guest speaker Michael Leggett from Equinox Home Renovations for a presentation on "Green Home Renovations." That is, green construction and renovation that strives to achieve the following three goals: 1. Safe and Healthy Living Spaces, 2. Energy-efficiency and Clean Energy

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