Public Workshops
The Camp Kawartha Environment Centre provides hands-on workshops, lectures and seminars on sustainability to the general public. Be sure to check out our Calendar of Events for the following workshop series and more!
RBC Sustainable Living Series: The Way Forward
Thanks to the generosity of the RBC Foundation, the Camp Kawartha Environment Centre is proud to offer a series of free workshops on sustainable living. In this series, held from January to June 2011, local and regional experts will share practical steps that make businesses and homes a little greener. All sessions will be held at The Camp Kawartha Environment Centre, one of Canada’s most sustainable buildings.
For more information or to reserve a seat call 705-652-3860 or email info@campkawartha.ca
Drop-ins are welcome, but if possible RSVP to help us plan. All workshops are free, donations are accepted and will help to fund student trips to the centre.
For more information about RBC’s commitment to the environment please visit:
www.rbc.com/environment/index.html
| Date / Time | Topic / Speaker |
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Thursday, |
"RBC & Environment: Priorities, Programs & Issues" RBC has a long track record of caring for the environment. In fact, our first Environmental Policy was drafted in 1991. Since then we have been committed to environmental management and continuous improvement and to support this commitment we published the RBC Environmental Blueprint in 2007, a clear articulation of our corporate environmental policy, priorities and objectives. Andrew will discuss RBC's priority environmental issues and objectives, programs, recent accomplishments and challenges that face the organization. Andrew Craig |
Thursday, |
"Does This Sustainability Stuff Really Work?" Building sustainably requires a new way of looking at what works and what doesn't work. Learn how to distinguish between micro-flaws and macro-flaws in any technology, and to put this new way of thinking to work for you when it comes to choosing building materials and systems. Chris Magwood |
Thursday, |
Finance is playing an important role in our transition to a more environmental sustainable economy, presenting many opportunities but also not without its own challenges. Chris will discuss the different ways RBC is promoting the growth of new "green" sectors such as clean technology, green buildings and renewable energy. Chris Ouellette |
Wednesday, |
"Solar Energy and the MicroFIT Program: The provincial Micro Feed In Tariff (MicroFIT) program presents significant opportunity for solar-minded homeowners to reduce their carbon footprint and earn a fair return on their investment. Come learn how the MicroFIT program can work for you. Simon Boone and/or J.P. Pawliw |
Wednesday, 7:00 - 8:30 pm |
"Responsible Lending" Responsible lending refers to how financial institutions factor in environmental and social considerations into the loans and other financial products they provide. Chris will discuss how RBC has taken a leadership role in responsible lending by outlining a number of the bank’s related initiatives. Chris Ouellette |
Thursday, |
"Sustainability begins in the Garden" In our busy world of rapid change, your yard can be a refuge and haven - both for yourself, and many other fascinating kinds of life. Learn the basics of building a beautiful, dynamic yard that delights the senses, enhances habitat and conserves resources. Topics discussed will include landscaping with native plants, building healthy soil, gardening to attract birds and butterflies, and controlling pests naturally. Cathy Dueck |
Thursday, |
"Eating Local - How it Can Be Done" Paula Anderson |
Friday, 6:00-9:00pm |
Presentation and storytelling: A three hour event with Mark Morey and the Ontario Art of Mentoring Team, providing inspired examples of nature connection, and stories of cultural tools and skill sets used to connect people with nature. Mark will be sharing insights on how these are proving highly successful in connecting people with nature in an international movement. You’ll also learn more about what Mark refers to as “Cultural Mentoring” and how it can be used to create healthier environments, relationships, and communities. Visit http://www.pineproject.org/ for more information about the speaking tour. |
Sunday, 1:00 - 3:30pm |
Open House & Puppet Show - "Jacob's Dream" Come join The Paddling Puppeteers in unveiling their new puppet show, Jacob's Dream! Cool Captain Climate jouneys to the arctic, meets Nanook, the polar bear and learns how climate change is changing the north. He then flies back to southern Ontario and teams up with Jacob of Camp Kawartha to build a sustainable nature centre called the Camp Kawartha Environment Centre. Cost: Free Drop-ins are welcome, but if possible please RSVP to help us plan. The event is free, donations are accepted and will help to fund student trips to the Centre. |
Wednesday, 7:00 - 8:30 pm |
"Greening Building Materials & Health Impacts" Christopher Phillips |
Saturday, |
Join award winning outdoor educator, Jacob Rodenburg, as he discusses “nature deficit disorder” and offers up strategies for reconnecting children to nature. Learn how adults can deliver a message of hope to children when the news about environment degradation is so pervasive. Jacob Rodenburg |
Thursday, 7:00 - 8:30 pm |
"Greening Your Business: Advice Guide" Why go green? Scott & Chris will discuss the practical and economic advantages of greening your business. Scott is the Senior Account Manager for Kawartha Lakeshore at RBC. And Chris is one of the authors of the “Greening Your Business: Advice Guide”, he is the Manager - Environmental Solutions at RBC Scott Mancini
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More Events...
Check out the following events also happening at the Environment Centre.
| Sat, Feb 19 9:00am - 4:30pm |
Free Educators Conference - Experience Winter Check the Experience Winter website for shedule and more details |
| Sat, Feb 26 12 - 3pm |
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Wednesday, 7:00pm - 8:30pm |
The Peterborough Ecology Park and Camp Kawartha Present "Mother Nature's Child: Growing Outdoors in the Media Age" Prior to the film, special guest Colin Harris of the Take Me Outside Project will give a short talk about his cross-country run in support of outdoor education. Suggested donation $5 - $10. |
Friday 7:30pm |
Camp Kawartha Environment Centre Benefit Live! Montreal Blues & Boogie Woogie Sensation Alan Gerber, Learn More at Alan Gerber's Website: http://alangerber.org/ Tickets are limited so don't delay - join us for a fun evening in support of environmental education. Tickets: $10 in advance or $15 at the door Tickets available at Peterborough Green-up,
378 Aylmer St N. Unit 4 |
Saturday, June 11 10am - 1pm |
Medicine Wheel Garden - Planting and Workshop Join us for this opportunity to participate in planting a Medicine Wheel Garden at the Environment Centre. Teachings about the plants & the Medicine Wheel provided by Nicole Bell and Shirley Williams Optional hike and tour after sessions. Thanks to Sherri Owen (Camp Kawartha Environment Centre - Education Coordinator) for organizing this event. |
