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Earth Day may be behind us, but here in our Hubs network, we’re just getting started. As we head into the summer months, our Community Climate Hubs are turning up the heat on local climate action!
This June is jam-packed with opportunities to get inspired and get involved, including film screenings, green energy expos, bird-watching tours, deep-dive discussions on climate solutions and much more.
Want to make your summer count for the planet? Find out what your local hub has planned below (and don’t forget to bring a friend)!
ALBERTA
Calgary Climate Hub
- Tree Party
📍 Saturday, May 31 | 9AM–1PM | Alexandra Centre Society (922 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0S4)
Of all major cities throughout Canada, did you know that Calgary has the lowest tree canopy coverage? Help us out this Saturday by expanding Calgary’s mini urban forest and learn more about your role in establishing green spaces in urban areas.
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- Later is Too Late Film Screening
📍 Monday, June 2 | 1PM–4PM | Unison at Kerby Centre (1133 7 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1B2)
Join us for the compelling documentary film, “Later is Too Late” by Nancy Nicol, highlighting seniors’ climate activism across the world and commitment to mobilizing rapid change.
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- An Evening with Dr. Katharine Hayhoe
📍 Sunday, June 22 | 6PM–9PM | Calgary Central Library (800 3 St SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2E7)
Are you curious about how hope and healing may be achieved in a divided world? Join the Calgary Climate Hub for an intimate panel and discussion with Dr. Katharine Hayhoe, where you’ll learn to initiate a dialogue within your community that pushes forward for meaningful change.
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Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley
- Green Buildings Open House
📍 Saturday, May 31 | Canmore, AB (see link for exact house locations and visiting schedules)
Curious about how to make your home more energy efficient? Visit Biosphere’s Green Buildings Open House to learn about sustainable construction, renewable energy, passive house principles, and beyond!
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- Building for Sustainability Symposium
📍 Thursday, November 6 & Friday, November 7 | The Malcolm Hotel (321 Spring Creek Dr, Canmore, AB T1W 2G2)
Join Biosphere’s 3rd annual Building for Sustainability Symposium! Here, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in innovative discussions and brainstorm the future of Canmore’s model for sustainable development.
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BRITISH COLUMBIA
Maple Ridge Climate Hub & New Westminster Climate Action Hub
- BC Community Call
📍 Thursday, June 19 | 12PM | Zoom
Curious about what made this year’s Climate Friendly Homes Tour such a success across BC? Join the Community Energy Association and local Climate Hubs for a behind-the-scenes look at how communities mobilized, engaged hundreds of participants and used home tours as powerful tools for climate education, followed by a Q&A and open discussion.
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Okanagan Climate Hub
- Rail Trail 10 Year Anniversary
📍 Sunday, June 1 | 1PM–4PM | Grist Mill Park (2691 Upper Bench Rd, Keremeos, BC V0X 1N4)
Celebrate the Rail Trail’s 10-year anniversary with the Kelowna Cycling Coalition! This event will feature live music, kids activities, local bike shop displays, and more!
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West Kootenay Climate Hub
- KORE Re-Hub Gear Repair Tour
📍 Saturday, June 7 & Sunday, June 8 | 10AM–5PM | Castlegar Sunfest — more info & register
📍 Saturday, June 14 | 9AM–2PM | 199 Carbonate St, Nelson, BC V1L 4P1 — more info & register
📍 Saturday, June 21 | 9AM–1PM | 1103 Cook St, Creston, BC V0B 1G0 — more info & register
Save your outdoor gear from the landfill at the West Kootenay Climate Hub’s KORE Re-Hub Tour that will acquaint you with professional repair technicians and tools, for free!
- Meet the 2025 Youth Climate Corps
📍 Friday, June 13 | 8:30AM–3PM | Nelson, BC
The Youth Climate Corps is teaming up with the Kootenay Native Plant Society to help care for the Monarch Way Station! Bring your gardening tools and join them for this great cause!
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- Scotch Broom Busting
📍 Saturday, June 14 | 9AM | Contact WKN for location
Help the West Kootenay Naturalists remove the invasive, aggressive, and flammable Scotch Broom species from a local area.
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- West Kootenay Networking Call
📍 Wednesday, June 18 | 4PM–5:30PM | Zoom
Are you currently working or interested in local climate action within the West Kootenay region? If so, we welcome you to join the West Kootenay Climate Hub’s upcoming networking call that encourages you to connect, share and learn, in a solutions-focused space.
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- Aboriginal People’s Day Celebration
📍 Saturday, June 21 | 3PM–7PM | 2501 14 Ave, Castlegar, BC V1N 3P1
Celebrate National Aboriginal Peoples’ Day with the Circle of Indigenous Nations Society! This public event will feature cultural offerings, children’s activities, Indigenous vendors, and more!
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NOVA SCOTIA
Climate Change Task Force Unama’ki-Cape Breton Island
- Demystifying Climate Adaptation
📍 Saturday, June 7 | 9:30AM–3PM | BOLD Centre Baddeck (490 Chebucto Street, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0)
Join the Climate Change Task Force’s upcoming event on “Demystifying Climate Adaptation”! At this event, you can expect inspiring conversations with climate experts and local voices that explore real-world climate solutions.
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ONTARIO
Peterborough Region Climate Hub (For Our Grandchildren)
- 4RG Meets: Citizen’s Climate Lobby
📍 Monday, June 9 | 7PM–8PM | Online
For Our Grandchildren is hosting a compelling discussion on the group’s progress, roadblocks, and planning for the continued fight against the climate crisis.
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- 2025 Home Energy Expo and EV Expo
📍 Saturday, June 14 | 11AM–3PM | McDonnel Street Activity Centre (577 McDonnel St, Peterborough, ON K9H 2Y1)
Join us at the FREE 2025 Peterborough Home Energy Expo to learn how to power your home and transportation with electricity, save money, and access up-to-date info on grants and subsidies. Speak with experts, homeowners, and EV owners to learn practical tips for joining the energy transition.
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Scarborough Environmental Association
- Art Swap
📍 Saturday, June 7 | 11:30AM–2:30PM | The Hub - Mid Scarborough (2660 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, ON M1K 2S3)
Interested in exploring new creative projects and sharing extra art supplies? Come take part in the Scarborough Environmental Association’s Art Swap! This is a fun opportunity to exchange art materials and spark inspiration with fellow artists!
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- Scarborough Bird Watching
📍 Saturday, June 14 | 9:30AM–11AM & 11AM–12:30PM | Knobhill Park (625 Brimley Rd, Scarborough, ON M1J 1B7), meet between parking lot and gazebo inn
Join the Scarborough Environmental Association for an engaging birdwatching experience in Scarborough’s beautiful parks and discover the rich variety of local bird species!
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Sustainable Milton
- Invasive Weed Pull
📍 Sunday, June 8 | 10AM–12PM | Centennial Forest (758 Coulson Ave, Milton, ON L9T 4K4)
Join Sustainable Milton in removing invasive Buthorn from Centennial forest to ensure the prosperous growth of native species!
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- Water Stewardship and Board Meeting
📍 Thursday, June 19 | 6:45PM–9PM | 7513 Tremaine Road, Milton, ON L9T 2Y1
Join Sustainable Milton and the Niagara Escarpment Biosphere Network for a meaningful discussion on our shared responsibility to protect and care for fresh water.
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Sustainable Orillia
- Repair Café
📍 Saturday, June 14 | 11AM–3PM | St. James’ Anglican Church (58 Peter St N, Orillia, ON L3V 6J6)
Learn more about cycling infrastructure, family involvement in cycling, and making the shift from driving less to cycling more with Sustainable Orillia’s upcoming Repair Café.
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- Green Innovation Weekend
📍Saturday, July 26 & Sunday, July 27 | Centennial Park (50 Centennial Drive. Orillia, ON L3V 4M8)
Connect with green suppliers and businesses while exploring eco-friendly products that will support your transition to sustainable living at Sustainable Orillia’s Green Innovation Weekend!
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Toronto Climate Action Network
- Difficult Conversations: A Workshop for New and Experienced Managers
📍 Tuesday, June 3 | 1PM–2:30PM | Zoom
Learn practical strategies to navigate challenging workplace conversations in this interactive workshop designed for both new and experienced managers. Here, you’ll gain the tools and practical techniques to handle tough topics constructively.
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- Nonprofit Leadership Webinar Series with Mikhael Bornstein
📍 Wednesday, June 4 | 1PM–2PM | Zoom
Are you looking to hone your leadership skills with directive and practical strategies? Join the Nonprofit Leadership Webinar Series with Mikhael Bornstein to support your growth as a nonprofit leader.
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- 500 Days in the Wild Screening
📍 Sunday, June 15 | 6PM–9PM | Paradise Theatre (1006c Bloor Street WestToronto, ON, M6H 1M2)
Join filmmaker Diane Whelan for a viewing and discussion of the film, 500 Days in the Wild, highlighting the 6-year journey of the 24,000km Trans Canada Trail.
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- Climate Change in Canada: Taking Action with Dr. Martin Bush
📍 Wednesday, June 18 | 10AM–11:30AM | Zoom
Engage in compelling discussion with Dr. Martin Bush as he explores the impacts of climate change in Canada and what can be done to address its consequences.
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QUÉBEC
La Coalition Climat Montréal / Montreal Climate Coalition
- Conférence de Navi Radjou présentée par Transitions HEC Montréal : Innover dans l’économie frugale
📍 Mardi 17 juin | 17h30 à 20h30 | HEC Montréal (3000 Chem. de la Côte-Sainte-Catherine, Montréal, QC H3T 2A7)
Le regroupement Transitions HEC Montréal a le plaisir de présenter sa toute première conférence, en collaboration avec Ellio – Agence-conseil en développement durable et le RRECQ, autour de la thématique de l'économie frugale et des modèles économiques durables.
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With such a diverse calendar of events, there’s no better time to get involved in your local hub or check out and learn from what others across the country are up to.
As wildfires rage, heatwaves intensify, and governments change, our hubs are opening space for people to connect, learn, build resilience and push for justice. So wherever you are this June, show up how you can; let’s keep the momentum going, together, all across Canada!