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With crisp air and turning leaves, October is a season of movement and momentum. It’s a time when communities gather to celebrate what’s been achieved and plant the seeds of what’s to come. Across the country, our Community Climate Hubs are keeping that energy alive, organizing events that bring people together for climate justice and collective change.
Curious what's happening near you? Scroll down to explore this month’s lineup and see how you can plug in, speak up and make change right where you are.
ALBERTA
Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley
- Summit Shaker 2025
📍 Saturday, October 25 | 4PM–9:30PM | Mount Norquay, Banff
The Summit Shaker 2025 will feature an evening of mountain culture, connection and celebration. Hosted with the Alpine Club of Canada and the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides, your ticket ($65) includes dinner, drink and more!
More info & register » - Banff Share and Repair Fair
📍 Sunday, October 26 | 10AM–2PM | Fenlands Recreation Centre
The Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley and Town of Banff are collaborating for a FREE community event focused on promoting waste reduction and engagement in the circular economy. The “Banff Share and Repair Fair” will offer free repairs for broken items, exchange of items and services, workshops and engaging presentations. Live music and local businesses that support upcycling, sharing and repairing will also be featured!
More info & register » - A Quirky Climate Fashion Show
📍 Thursday, October 30 | 7PM–9:30PM | Creekside Hall
Join the Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley and Mountain Grannies for a bold, bright and silly climate-conscious fashion performance. This event invites attendees to reflect, discuss and take initiative on the climate crisis with creativity and a touch of humour.
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Calgary Climate Hub
- Saddlecrest Tree Planting with the Calgary Parks
📍 Sunday, October 5 | 11AM–2PM | 368 Saddlecrest Blvd NE
The Calgary Climate Hub invites you to their community tree-planting event in Saddlecrest, where engaging in hands-on tree planting will guide your learning about the importance of urban forests and forest biodiversity. No experience is necessary and all materials are provided at this event.
More info & register » - Hallowheelin’
📍 Saturday, October 25 | 6PM–9PM | Downtown Calgary
Trick or treat? This family-friendly pre-Halloween bike ride event encourages participants to support downtown businesses with engaging and informative bike stops, and Halloween partying! Wear your bike-friendly costume!
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Environment Lethbridge
- Repair Café
📍 Sunday, October 26 | 1:30PM–4:30PM | Lethbridge Public Library, 810-5 Ave S
Environment Lethbridge is hosting a Repair Café, where neighbours help neighbours in fixing their damaged or broken items for free!
More info & register »
ONTARIO
Sault Ste. Marie Climate Hub
- [Free Webinar Series] 30 Years Strong: Agloma Region’s Commitment to Forests Canada Envirothon
📍 Wednesday, October 29 | 7:30PM | Online (Zoom)
This event, presented by Guy Smith and Ruth Koskenoja, Chair and Coordinator of Algoma Envirothon, will highlight local forest conservation efforts in Agloma over the past 30 years.
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Scarborough Environmental Association
- Scarborough Costume and Decoration Swap
📍 Saturday, October 4 | 11:30AM–2:30PM | 2660 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, ON M1K 2S3
Celebrate Spooktober and find your Halloween costume at the Scarborough Environmental Association’s upcoming clothing and costume swap! This family-friendly event accepts clean clothing and gently used decor to give your spooky items another chance to shine!
More info & register » - Bird Watching
📍 Saturday, October 4 | 9:30AM–11AM and 11AM–12:30PM | Rosetta McClain (meet at front of public washrooms entrance)
📍 Sunday, October 12 | 9:30AM–11AM and 11AM–12:30PM | Knobhill Park (meet between parking lot and gazebo inn)
Join the Scarborough Environmental Association for guided birdwatching walks in Scarborough’s parks, perfect for both beginners and experienced birders to observe local and migrating species. Session 1 is held between 9:30AM and 11:00AM, and session 2 is from 11:00AM to 12:30PM. RSVP is required.
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Sustainable Milton
- Clean-up and Planting
📍 Saturday, October 4 | 9AM–12PM | Across Main St. from the Sherwood Community Centre (look for the Sustainable Milton flag)
Sustainable Milton is looking for eager volunteers to support their end-of-year tidy and planting at the Indian Creek Trails. Be sure to sign the volunteer waiver if this will be your first time volunteering with Sustainable Milton in 2025! Gloves and bags will be provided.
More info & register » - Butterfly Meadow 2
📍 Sunday, October 5 | 2PM–5PM | NE corner of Commercial and Laurier
📍 Saturday, October 11 | 10AM–1PM and 2PM–5PM | NE corner of Commercial and Laurier
📍 Saturday, October 18 | 2PM–5PM | NE corner of Commercial and Laurier
📍 Sunday, October 19 | 10AM–1PM and 2PM–5PM | NE corner of Commercial and Laurier
Join Sustainable Milton in their ongoing creation of the Butterfly Meadow pollinator garden! Be sure to sign the volunteer waiver if this will be your first time volunteering with Sustainable Milton in 2025.
More info & register »
Day by day, our Community Climate Hubs are showing what it means to lead with care, creativity and courage. So find your place in this growing movement — because every action, no matter how small, helps shape the future we’re fighting for.
If you’re looking to join or start a Hub in your area, visit climatehub.ca.