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18 October, 2012
The Greenvine
Brought to you by MACgreen
What’s New @ MACgreen? McMaster Forest Hike: On October 13th, 2012, MACgreen hosted a hike in McMaster Forest. McMaster Forest is a 115 acre property located just off of Wilson St. W.
Dish It Out! is a program designed to help make events waste free. We have a large selection of dishes and cutlery that can be rented out for anything from large events to small meetings. The program can benefit YOU in two ways: 1. Environmental: Dish It Out! eliminates the need to use single-use table settings, therefore reducing waste! 2. Economic: Single-use table settings can be costly, for both your wallet and the environment. This program only accrues a small fee for dishwashing costs.
Questions? Want to Volunteer? Or tell us you love us?
Contact MACgreen at: [email protected]
Green at a Glance
18 October
20 October
25 October
Tuesday & Wednesday
EVERY WEEK!
Sustainability Day at McMaster
Cootes Paradise Cleanup & BBQ Brought to you by MOC
Threadwork Clothing Swap
*Clothes collection begins October 18
Stop by MAC Farmstand for some fresh, locally grown fruits & veggies!
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Upcoming Events
What: Sustainability Day
When: 18 October (10am-2pm)
Where: MUSC atrium
Groups, services, departments and other partners, highlighting their contribution to sustainability; free Fair Trade coffee available for those who bring a reusable mug and free local apples!
Here is where you can get the lowdown on all of our cool events, including events from MOC, MAC Farm Stand, the Office of Sustainability, and many
more!
What: Cootes Cleanup
When: 20 October (1pm)
Where: Alpine Tower/ Aviary (Westdale)/ Parking lot M
Cootes paradise surrounds McMaster University and is a beautiful wetland environment with gorgeous flora and fauna. Come out on Saturday October 20th at 1:00pm and the McMaster Outdoor Club make Cootes a paradise again! There will be prizes for the craziest things found and raffle draws for all those that participate!
Check out the poster on pg
Cootes Paradise this summer. Help us keep it pristine!
What: Threadwork Clothing Swap
When: 25 October (10am-3pm)
Where: MUSC Atrium
Get rid of your old clothes! Get an outrageous Halloween costume! Get some great sweaters for the winter season! Tell your friends! Swap Clothes! Bring in your used clothes and we will give you points. Spend your points on SWAP DAY between 10am and 2pm - also drop by to enjoy good music and good friends! We will be collecting clothes on October 18th, 19th, 22nd, 23rd, & 24th between 11am and 2pm at the MUSC club tables.
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More Events for You!
This is the place to find out about Hamilton-wide events. Updates and events
from Environment Hamilton, Hamilton Conservation Authority, Bay Area
Restoration Council, and many more!
What: Yoga in the Park
When: 21 October (10:30am)
Where: Dundas Valley
“Hamilton Conservation Authority is teaming up with Moksha Yoga Hamilton to provide a series of free outdoor yoga classes at different conservation areas throughout the summer.
*Park admission does apply. All of the Yoga in the Park classes will be FREE to participate in (please note park admission does apply) and everyone is welcome! Bring your family members, friends and neighbours and enjoy the inspiring landscape and fresh air during your practice. Don't forget your yoga mat, sunscreen and water.”
Brought to you by Hamilton Conservation Authority
What: Historical Haunted Halloween
When: 26-27 October (6:30pm-9:30pm)
Where: Westfield Heritage Village
“Lots of fun for the whole family. Special event pricing applies. . For more information, please call 1-800-883-0104 or visit www.westfieldheritage.ca
Admission: Adults: $11, Seniors/Disabled: $10, Children: $6.50. Children 5 and under are free. Parking is free”
Brought to you by Hamilton Conservation Authority
What: Back to Nature Walk
When: 21 October (2pm-3:30pm)
Where: Cootes North Shore (Meet at Nature Center)
“Come walk with us! Did you know that a walk in the woods reduces stress no matter what your age? Enjoy the great outdoors at RBG and spend healthy, active, quality time with your friends and family. Keep an eye out for bald eagles, fox tracks, deer and other seasonal sightings. Every week is a different adventure!”
Brought to you by the Royal Botanical Gardens
Dundas Peak
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Green News
Free Pizza Pizza pizza
Check out page B2 of the Silhouette’s latest edition for a
free medium pizza coupon!
WOW!
http://environmenthamilton.org/walkthere/
This is a neat tool that you can use to find a myriad of
interesting places to travel to… on foot! Brought to you by
Environment Hamilton!
“Environment Ministers Announce Agreements to Reduce Smog & Improve Air Quality”
Air quality standards are being updated for the first time in 20 years, including proposed reductions of sulphur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and other VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds), which contribute to smog.
Industries across Canada will have guidelines that set limits on the presence of certain air contaminants in the atmosphere, and industrial requirements that govern emissions from different sectors.
Read the full story here: http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/politics/article/1270329--environment-ministers-announce-agreement-to-reduce-smog-improve-air-quality?
Small Victories for Environment Hamilton: ArcelorMittal-Dofasaco Emission Problems
Environment Hamilton has been sending regular reports & pictures of Hamilton’s industrial area to provincial Environment Minister Jim Bradley and to Deputy Minister Gail Beggs. DM Beggs recently sent back a response explaining that “...our District staff have been on-site at AMD a minimum four days week for the last number of weeks for the purpose of monitoring and recording emissions, and following up on issues.” There have been some minor reductions in the severity and/or frequency of the emissions however the current level of emissions are still out of compliance.
Feel free to take the time to send a quick note to the Minister of the Environment at: [email protected] to let him know that you want the Ministry to keep the pressure on AM-Dofasco to make the necessary mitigation upgrades in order to restore the environment and keep citizens of Hamilton safe!
Visit http://www.environmenthamilton.org/ for details, or ways you can help!
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