SEN Info Bulletin

Public Meeting Tonight: Nisbet Integrated Forest Plan

You’re invited to join us for an update on the Nisbet Integrated Forest Land Use Plan. When completed, the plan will provide a framework for decisions about land and resource use for 83,000 hectares of forested Crown land in the Prince Albert area.

A short presentation will start the evening. Maps and information will be on display in the meeting room, and Ministry of Environment staff will be on hand to answer questions, hear concerns and share their perspectives on the process.

For more information about the meetings or the land use plan in general, contact Kerry McIntyre at (306) 953-3295, or e-mail kerry.mcintyre@gov.sk.ca.

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New Beetle Has Arrived, Threatens Elm Trees With Disease

Maple Creek, SK - Elm tree aficionados beware, there’s a new, hungry beetle in town. The banded elm bark beetle, (Scolytus schevyrewi) is an invasive species native to Asia and was first discovered in North America in 2003. It first appeared in Canada in Medicine Hat, Alberta in 2006. Now, it has moved into parts of Ontario, Manitoba and five Saskatchewan communities: Maple Creek, Moose Jaw, Assiniboia, Estevan and Weyburn.

The native elm beetle, (Hylurgopinus rufipes), which is one of the species commonly found in Saskatchewan’s elm trees and the smaller European elm bark beetle, (Scolytus multistriatus) can both transmit the disease and have devastated elm populations in most parts of eastern and central Canada. The new banded elm bark beetle can also spread Dutch elm disease.

“Part of the problem is that it is an exotic species, so it arrived here in North America without its complement of natural enemies,” said Rory McIntosh, provincial entomologist.

Full article: http://www.maplecreeknews.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3117&Itemid=1.

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Oilsands Quest Inc. Contributes $1 Million to Saskatchewan Research Council

Calgary - Oilsands Quest Inc. announced a $1 million contribution to the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) which will be applied towards the construction of a critical piece of equipment that will be used to develop recovery methods suitable for Canada’s oil sands deposits.

“For many years we have played a key role in enabling Saskatchewan operators to develop the province’s conventional light, medium and heavy oil resources,” said SRC President and CEO, Laurier Schramm. “This significant contribution by Oilsands Quest towards research equipment demonstrates their commitment to the advancement of technology in this key area, and will allow us to continue to provide dedicated research and development to respond to the specific needs of Saskatchewan’s oil sands industry.”

Full article: http://www.oilsandsquest.com

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Errata: Prairie Citizens Water Directive

The notice in our last Info Bulletin was incorrect: these meetings took place in 2007. Stay tuned for future meetings and announcements.

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Seeds, Crops and GMOs: New Variety Registration Regulations Threaten Organic Farming and Farmer Independence

Listen to this special Making the Links Radio program, Seed Variety Control by Private Interests on how the Canadian Food Inspection Agency seed regulations will be changed to accommodate the interests of private concerns and the transnational corporations who are pursuing genetically engineered seed production. Go to http://www.saskorganic.com/oapf/ to listen to the interview.

You have until September 12, 2008 to comment on the proposed regulations by contacting: Michael Scheffel (National Manager, Seed Section). Plant Production Division, Canadian Food Inspection Agency, 59 Camelot Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0Y9. Telephone: 613-221-7541 Fax: 613-228-4552 Email: seedsemence@inspection.gc.ca.

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Share Your Views on Pig Welfare

Do you have opinions on the welfare of pigs raised on Canadian farms? If so, do your shopping choices reflect those views?

Researchers at University of Saskatchewan and University of Alberta want to hear your answers to these questions to better understand how Canadians take animal welfare into account when grocery shopping.

If you consume or purchase pork and would like to participate in this survey, please send an email to: Web.Surveys@ualberta.ca with the subject heading: Farm Animal Welfare Survey to receive a unique ID and password for access to the survey.

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Green Drinks Regina

We have a room booked for the occasion so just ask your host(ess) to direct you to the Green Drinks reservation.

Green Drinks is an informal, come-and-go gathering of environmental professionals, business-people, students, and citizens interested in sustainability. This event is held the first THURSDAY of every month (note: the date has been moved from Friday for the summer months). Green Drinks Regina is part of an international network of Green Drinks events. For more information check out http://www.greendrinks.org.

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Hidden Valley Picnic

Meet at the Royal Saskatchewan Museum parking lot at 1:45 pm or Hidden Valley parking lot at 2:30 pm.

Join Nature Regina on their annual picnic gives members an opportunity to meet socially and to explore our sanctuary in the Qu’Appelle Valley northeast of Craven. We will see whatever fall birds may be there along with the last of summer’s flowers in the sanctuary’s coulees and prairie. Bring a picnic supper, water, and insect repellent. For more information, call 584-1171.

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Patchwork: A panel discussion on the legacy and the future of independent media in Saskatchewan

On the auspicious occasion of Briarpatch’s 35th birthday, we’d like to invite our allies, supporters and volunteers (past and present) to join us for an informal and interactive discussion of Briarpatch’s legacy and future, its place in the larger independent media movement and the struggle for social and environmental justice in Saskatchewan.

Panelists include: Patricia Elliott (professor of journalism), Adriane Paavo (labour activist and Briarpatch alumnus), Dave Mitchell (Briarpatch editor) and Jenn Ruddy (Briarpatch director of soon-to-be-launched projects). Q & A/discussion to follow.

Free admission. Childcare available upon request: please contact us ahead of time to confirm. For more information, please call 525.2949.

http://briarpatchmagazine.com.

Book Launch: Economics for Everyone

Free public presentation by Jim Stanford, author of Economics for Everyone: A Short Guide to the Economics of Capitalism. Books will be available for sale at the event. Presented by the Canadian Centre of Policy Alternatives - Saskatchewan.

Copies of Economics for Everyone are also available from the CCPA for $24.95 each (plus GST and shipping) at http://www.policyalternatives.ca.

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Prairie Rail and Healthy Communities Event

This event has two speakers Rod Haugerud, Mayor of Craik and representative of Davidson Shortline Rail, whose talk is entitled "It Takes Many Villages" and Dan Beveridge, University of Regina Professor (retired) whose talk is entitled "Climate Change and Sustainable Transportation: Problems and Possibilities".

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Amnesty International: Small Places "Open Mike Night"

If you are a musician, poet, or a performer and would like to support Amnesty International by performing at this event or one of the other Small Places events we are planning for this fall please email: regina@amnestysaskatchewan.ca. Admission: by donation of your choice.

For more information about Small Places be sure to visit http://www.smallplaces.ca.

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Green Home Show

The Green Home Show is an open house where eco-minded home owners and renters will sample options to shrink their home's ecological footprint. Think 'David Suzuki meets Home and Garden TV,' and you'll get the idea. Expect to meet experts on green construction methods, energy conservation, waste reduction and more. There will be a silent auction.

The event is being presented by the Cathedral Area Community Association. Admission is free. For more information contact Paul Dechene at 757-9849 or email greenhomeregina@gmail.com.

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Naomi Klein Lecture

Briarpatch Magazine presents: The Shock Doctrine: The Rise Of Disaster Capitalism - A public lecture by author Naomi Klein, an award-winning journalist and syndicated columnist and author. Q & A/book-signing to follow.

Tickets: $10 (available at Briarpatch Magazine, Eat Healthy Foods, Regina Public Interest Research Group, X-Ray Records, Roca Jack’s, and Nature’s Best). Sponsored by the Regina Public Interest Research Group, the Social Policy Research Unit, Saskatchewan Council for International Cooperation, and Prairie Dog Magazine. Call 525-2949 for more info.

http://www.naomiklein.org/shock-doctrine/short-film

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Western Canada Water & Wastewater Association: 60th Anniversary Conference

For more information on the conference, phone 1-877-283-2003 or visit http://www.wcwwa.ca/2008/2008wcwwa.htm.

Western Canada Water and Wastewater Association is a non-profit regional association, providing membership services in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Northwest Territories and Nunavut. Their mission is to support and advance the role of Constituent Organization members in protecting the environment and public health through water and wastewater education and training.

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Daughters of Africa 11th Annual Banquet

Join us on Saturday October 18th at 6pm for an evening of African food, entertainment and discussion. This year's theme entitled "Building Stronger Communities" will explore issues central to the development and successful integration of African women in Canadian society.

Tickets: adults $35, students $20, children (6-12yrs) $15, corporate table of 8 - $400 (with tax receipt of $100). All proceeds will go towards purchasing a Daughters of Africa building. For banquet and ticket inquiries contact Nicole Osayande 596-6642 or Busi Mabhena 757-6533.

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Nuclear Energy Forum

Sponsored by Unitarian Church Social Justice Committee, Saskatoon Public Library, Canadian Nuclear Society (Saskatoon), Sask Council for International Cooperation (SCIC) and Canadian Nuclear Society (Regina). Admission is free.

Guest speakers:

Gordon Edwards: Dr. Gordon Edwards is the president of the Canadian Coalition for Nuclear Responsibility and one of the foremost experts on nuclear energy in Canada. For over thirty years, he has brought transparency and accountability to every aspect of Canada's nuclear industry. He has acted as a consultant to many government organizations, such as the Auditor General of Canada, the Ontario Royal Commission on Electric Power Planning, the Select Committee on Ontario Hydro Affairs, and Sitting Task Force for Radioactive Waste.

Jeremy Whitlock: Dr. Jeremy Whitlock is an engineer with extensive experience in the nuclear industry, and he is past president of the Canadian Nuclear Society. The CNS is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the exchange of information in the field of applied nuclear science and technology.

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Home Cookin’: Using Saskatchewan Grains and Beans

Sponsored by the Saskatchewan Organic Directorate’s Food Miles Campaign.

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Fall Bird Count

Join the Saskatoon Nature Society to survey the Saskatoon District during the fall migration period. Novice birders will be assigned to an experienced leader. Phone Michael Williams (242-5383) by September 4th for assignment to a group.

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Rainbow Community Centre AGM

You are cordially invited to the Rainbow Resource Centre Annual General Meeting. Refreshments will be served. Not a member? Lifetime memberships for individuals may be purchased for $1.00. Organizations $10 yr. and corporations $20 yr.

For more information contact, phone 664-8724 or visit their web site at http://www.rainbowcommunitycentre.ca

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Eco-Friendly Hair Salon

Join guest speaker Candace Zimmerman, owner of Sunday Morning Organic Salon & Spa, for a talk about her experience in the hair care industry. Candace started her career working in salons using conventional products. She recently launched her own eco-friendly salon to align her career with her beliefs. Event co-sponsored by the Saskatchewan Environmental Society and J.S. Wood Library. For more information, contact 665-1915.

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5th Annual Aboriginal Festival

This is a one night festival extravaganza featuring over 30 top National and International Aboriginal musical performers in all genres from folk to rock, grassroots, blues, jazz, world fusion and traditional. The festival will also feature a variety of award winning Aboriginal fashion designers, models, visual and media artists. The night will have 100 silent auction items to bid on valued at $25 to $1200, 3 50:50 draws, and a door prize.

All proceeds made from this event will go to support the IPP's Aboriginal Youth Leadership Development Programs, which to date has helped over 1000 Aboriginal Youth develop leadership skills by achieving a higher level of education, practical training, traditional knowledge, confidence and self-esteem.

Tickets $20 (advanced), $30 (at the door) (available at McNally Robinson on 8th, U. of S. Kiosk, IPP Office (481 Williams)). Presented by the Indigenous Peoples Program in partnership with the Aboriginal Music Association of Saskatchewan Inc.

For upcoming IPP events visit: http://www.ccde.usask.ca/go/indigenous.

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The Non-Profit Leader's Sandbox: Tools & Toys - Part 5

Come and meet non-profit executive directors, coordinators and leaders for a lunch and learn series designed to introduce you to some tools that have practical applications in your professional and personal lives. The cost to you is to share these tools with others in the non-profit sector… your co-workers or someone in another organization. Then you are to come back to the next session and share your learnings.

Join us for this 5th in a series of noon hour get-togethers to share and energize yourself. Facilitated by Cheryl Dougan. These sessions are presented in a partnership between Leadership Saskatoon, Volunteer Saskatoon and the Volunteer Management Group of Saskatoon (VMG). RSVP by September 22nd to dholroyd@shaw.ca.

Details at http://www.volunteersaskatoon.com/events/. Mark your calendar for upcoming sessions on October 14 and November 18, 2008.

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Presentation: Cancer in Children & Nuclear Power

Dr. Ernst Iskenius, a German pediatrician, will be in speaking on the health effects of low level radiation on children and a 2007 report that shows increased rates of cancer and childhood leukemia in young children living near German nuclear power plants.

The KiKK study commissioned by the Federal Office for Radiation Protection in Germany and made public on December 10th 2007 examined cancer rates in young children between 1980 -2003. It showed a 60% increase in solid cancers and a 117% increase in leukemia among children up to five years of age living within 5 km of 16 German nuclear reactors. It also found a 20-40% increase for all cancers in children living within a 50 km radius of the plants. These nuclear power plants were operating under normal conditions, with radiation releases well within levels allowed for civilian populations.

KiKK stands for Epidemiologische Studie zu Kinderkrebs in der Umgebung von Kermkraftwerken or Epidemiological Study of Childhood Cancer in the Vicinity of Nuclear Power Plants.

For more information about the study and its findings, please go to: The 2007 "KiKK" Study http://www.ippnw-ulm.de/0801-KiKK-2007-IPPNW-Physicians-Issue-Warning.pdf.

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3rd Annual Sustainable Gourmet Dinner

Eat local! All of the primary ingredients for the meal will be grown or made locally. This helps our environment, strengthens our community and provides a showcase for local sustainable enterprises.

Eat gourmet! Our main chefs will be Marty and Tiffany Peters from Fresh Bistro, with specialty dishes provided by, Wild Serendipity Foods, Picknics Restaurant and Fine Pastries, and others. Service will be provided by Outter Limits staff. Wine and beer available for purchase.

Support the Saskatchewan Environmental Society! Tickets are $65 with a portion tax deductible: contact Rochelle at SES 665-1915 to purchase them.

Dinner at 6:30. Silent Auction to follow.

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Nuclear Energy Forum

Sponsored by Unitarian Church Social Justice Committee, Saskatoon Public Library, Canadian Nuclear Society. Admission is free.

Guest speakers:

Gordon Edwards - Dr. Gordon Edwards is the president of the Canadian Coalition for Nuclear Responsibility and one of the foremost experts on nuclear energy in Canada. For over thirty years, he has brought transparency and accountability to every aspect of Canada's nuclear industry. He has acted as a consultant to many government organizations, such as the Auditor General of Canada, the Ontario Royal Commission on Electric Power Planning, the Select Committee on Ontario Hydro Affairs, and Sitting Task Force for Radioactive Waste.

Jeremy Whitlock - Dr. Jeremy Whitlock is an engineer with extensive experience in the nuclear industry, and he is past president of the Canadian Nuclear Society. The CNS is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the exchange of information in the field of applied nuclear science and technology.

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Green Living Action Day Festival

Have fun and learn how we can help ourselves and our planet! There will be workshops and displays, local entertainment, local food, local solutions for sustainable living, supporting local businesses & food growers, and supporting the arts. For more information, contact 763-1802.

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Greenhouse Workshop Series

Do you want to increase your growing season or learn how to grow vegetables, herbs, flowers and/or trees organically? Each workshop cost $50 and includes lunches for two days. For registration and more details please call Bridget & Crystal at 306-734-5160.

September 20 - 21 Organic Residential Greenhouse Management Workshop with Patricia Hanbidge. Learn the best ways to extend the growing season to feed your family healthy food.

October 18 - 19 Organic Commercial Greenhouse Management Workshop with Patricia Hanbidge. Learn how to create a commercial greenhouse business without the use of chemicals.

Brought to you by: Eco-Action Community Funding Program, Craik Sustainable Living Project, Palliser Regional Library Craik Branch, Town of Craik, Carlton Trail Regional College and boilingfrog.ca.

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Non-Nuclear Training Camp

Explore: why the Nukes want to expand in SK, and the non-nuclear, sustainable energy options; the educational and action strategies to make Saskatchewan a Nuclear-Free Zone; Climate change, environmental health, weapons connections, energy policies and real comparative costs.

Facilitated by Jim Harding, Ph.D., author of Canada's Deadly Secret: Saskatchewan Uranium and the Global Nuclear System (Fernwood, 2007). Jim Harding, who has just returned from a 30-event speaking tour in BC, AB, ON, QU and SK, will bring a pan-Canadian perspective to Saskatchewan's place in the nuclear fuel system.

Limit of 20. Register at latest by August 31st c/o Ecology Camp, P.O. Box 2566, Fort Qu'Appelle, SK, SOG 1SO. $25 to cover costs. Cooperative meals. Bring tents and bedding. Some cabins available. And lots of fun.

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Annual Teachers' Institute: "Sharing Resources - Prairie Conservation Education"

Educators will participate in a variety of sessions to create meaningful experiences connecting land and learning. Sessions include Nature storytelling, Prairie Art, Nature interpretation skills, Project Wet Certification, Astronomy workshop, navigation workshop, technology workshop, Prairie lesson planning. Facilitators are from Royal Sask Museum, University of Regina, Saskatchewan Watershed Authority, Grasslands National Park, Art Gallery of Swift Current, and much more!

Cost: $175 Teachers, $100 Student Teachers (all meals included, accomodation is separate). Contact: Karen McIver, Program Manager, Prairie Learning Centre at 306-298-4495 or prairie@chinooksd.ca.

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Prairie Wilderness First Aid Course

The prairie wilderness encompasses rugged, wide-open vistas across rough and isolated terrain. Workshop participants will enhance their abilities to provide first aid in a remote setting removed from medical aid. Students will complete requirements for a Red Cross 'Wilderness First Aid' certificate and will become familiar with outdoor survival challenges on the native prairies. The course will be held in Val Marie, Saskatchewan – the Gateway to Grasslands National Park.

Registration deadline: September 5th AND October 6th respectively. Registration Limits: Minimum 6, Maximum 12. Cost: $200 for basic (24 hour excursions), $400 for advanced (more than 24 hours in wilderness setting). Contact: Karen McIver, Program Manager, Prairie Learning Centre at 306-298-4495 or prairie@chinooksd.ca.

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Canadian Urban Forest Conference

The theme of the conference is Healthy Trees - Healthy People and will focus on forest health, human health and the relationship between the two. Supported by Tree Canada and Strathcona County, the event is geared towards professionals involved with municipal green spaces, landscape architects, developers, biologists, forestry engineers, arboriculturists, researchers in the health care industry and students in these fields. The carbon neutral event will feature world class speakers, including Dr. David Suzuki, as well as the first-ever Children's Tree Conference which will be held in conjunction with CUFC8. For more information and registration details, please visit http://www.strathcona.ab.ca and click on "departments", then "recreation, parks and culture".

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Free Energy Information Day

Visit Nexus Solar Corporation to find out more about and see their wind power generator, solar water heating, and solar air heating installations. Beat back your utility costs and do the environment a favour with an independent, environment friendly renewable energy system for your home, farm or business. Aylesbury is 15 minutes south of Craik.

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Health and the Environment: RCEN AGA

The Canadian Environment Network General Assembly willaddress their topic of Health and the Environment through the many workshops, plenary sessions and presentations that are planned. Please register now if you would like to attend, as spaces are limited. Details and regirtration form: http://www.rcen.ca/aga/main.html.

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2008 Lake Louise Symposium: Lake Management in a Changing Environment

Online registration is now open for NALMS’ 28th International Symposium in Lake Louise, Alberta. The symposium theme concerns lake management during unprecedented development, water scarcity, and climate change. Expect an excellent and wide-ranging technical program. More than 30 special sessions and several pre-conference workshops are proposed.

Early bird registration ends on September 19, 2008. Registration and information at http://www.nalms.org/Conferences/2008LakeLouise/.

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Exploring the Connection: A State of the Science Conference on Pesticides and Cancer

The Canadian Cancer Society, with support from the National Cancer Institute of Canada, will be hosting a conference on pesticides and cancer from November 12-13 in Toronto. Experts from organizations such as the International Agency for Research on Cancer, the WHO and the U.S. National Cancer Institute will lead discussions on the state of the science on pesticides and cancer. The focus of the conference will be on the non-cosmetic use of pesticides. For more information, please visit http://www.cancer.ca/pesticidesconference.

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Executive Director, Saskatchewan Eco-Network

Saskatchewan Eco-Network (SEN) is seeking to fill a permanent, half-time Executive Director position. Areas of responsibility include:

• program/project development and management,
• board of directors communication,
• government and media relations,
• membership communication,
• recruitment and capacity development,
• financial management/budgeting
• overseeing project or administrative staff

Individuals interested in this position should possess at least 3 years in project management or coordination within a non-profit setting, preferably an environmental NGO. The broad range of issues facing our member groups and SEN requires the successful candidate to:

• be flexible
• able to operate and adjust to, fast changing situations
• able to multi-task
• be familiar with environmental issues and groups
• possess good computer skills
• have excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• able to handle and prioritize many responsibilities

Salary: $22,360 (based on 20 hours per week). Start date: Sept. 15, 2008. Applicants should submit their CV and cover letter to: Saskatchewan Eco-Network, Attention: Hiring Committee via email: sen@link.ca or mail: 203-115 2nd Avenue North, Saskatoon, SK S7K 2B1. Application deadline: Friday, September 5th, 2008.

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Job Posting for Saskatchewan Representatives

Summerhill Group develops and executes profitable strategies that move the market toward better choices for the environment and consumers. Currently we are looking for representatives for various regions across Saskatchewan for a Seasonal LED Light Exchange Program (SLED).

These are part time contract positions for 2 weekends (Nov. 1st & 2nd, 8th & 9th) with a wage of $13 per hour. Locations will vary as this is a multi-retailer event in partnership with Sask Power.

Candidates are asked to apply to Rosalie Sawrie at rsawrie@summerhillgroup.ca or through their website at http://www.summerhillgroup.ca/utilities/careers.htm. If you have questions, please contact 416-922-2448 ext. 222.

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Program Director at CHEP

CHEP is seeking an energetic, detailed oriented and experienced person to fill the position as Program Director for the one year maternity leave of the present Director.

The Program Director provides support for and supervision of the nine program staff at CHEP. The Director meets regularly with staff to provide supports, monitor progress on work plan, ensure data is gathered on outcomes, problem solve and inspire. The Director organizes and facilitates regular staff meetings and organizes training, recognition and celebration events. She/he will facilitate full team efforts in presentations, will sit on program partnership committees and revise and develop volunteer policies and training. The program director reports to and works collaboratively with Executive Director on activities, advises on new directions, assists with HR as possible.

For information or to apply: Karen Archibald Karen@chep.org or phone 655-4575.

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Domestic Substances List (DSL) Inventory Update Workshop

The Canadian Environmental Network (RCEN) has been invited by Environment Canada to select four (4) ENGO delegates to participate at a Domestic Substances List (DSL) Inventory Update Workshop.

The proposed approach for a DSL Inventory Update (DSL IU) initiative is designed to gather data to inform priorities for risk assessment and management activities and contribute to the Government of Canada’s knowledge base of substances on the DSL. This will be a multi-stakeholder workshop, hosted by Environment Canada and Health Canada, with participation by industry and NGOs.

For details, go to http://cen-rce.org/eng/consultations/delegate_calls/08_09_dsl_workshop.html. Deadline to apply: September 10, 2008.

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Call For Papers: WEEC

You are invited to submit your abstract to the 5th World Environmental Education Congress to be held at the Palais des Congrès in Montreal from May 10 to 14, 2009.

The 5th World Congress will draw a large attendance, potentially becoming one of the field’s most significant gatherings on environmental education. The mobilization of support behind the organization of this Congress is further evidence of the tremendous enthusiasm at play. Your proposal must be submitted online. Detailed instructions are available at the Congress site: http://www.5weec.uqam.ca under “Calls for Papers.” The submission deadline is September 30, 2008. However, we encourage early submissions.

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Building Sask Green Conference: Trade Show

The Building Saskatchewan Green conference and sustainable living expo are painting Saskatchewan Green October 30th and 31st, 2008 at Saskatoon's TCU Place for an engaging and incredible event. The 5th annual Conference boasts Mike Holmes from HGTV’s Holmes on Homes, who will be spreading his green renovation message, along with an impressive tradeshow of local businesses in a festival-like atmosphere.

Do you have a green product or service that you want to position in front of a green consumer? We invite you to be one of the businesses or organizations we showcase to the public when offering them concrete solutions for implementing environmental lifestyle choices. Details at http://www.buildsaskgreen.ca/ or contact Tammy at 306-384-6044 or tammy.rsvp@sasktel.net.

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Call for Proposals: ecoENERGY for Personal Vehicles

The ecoENERGY for Personal Vehicles program is soliciting proposals from stakeholders who are interested in developing and delivering projects that will help the Canadian motoring public to buy, drive and maintain their vehicles with a view to reducing fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. As well, proposals are solicited for research-based projects to investigate and propose actionable solutions in support of changes in the behaviour of Canadians aimed at reducing carbon dioxide (CO2), the principal greenhouse gas emission linked to climate change.

Proposals are now being accepted and must be postmarked no later that October 15, 2008. Details about submissions and evaluation criteria are available on the Natural Resources Canada website: http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/transportation/afo/funding.cfm?attr=8.

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Share Your “Green” Success

Do you know of Regina and area companies who have made changes to their operations to achieve reductions in power, natural gas, or fuel consumption? Do you know of organizations that encourage others to realize reductions in those same areas too? Maybe your local service groups or clubs? Your church or school?

We look forward to hearing about it! The City of Regina is compiling a “Progress Report on Regina’s Community Greenhouse Gas Emissions”. Contact Sheri Florizone, City of Regina, 777-7062 or GREENRIBBON@regina.ca with your information or suggestion on who should be included in this important report.

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Call for Letters of Proposals for Lake Winnipeg Basin Stewardship Fund

The Government of Canada has committed $3.6 million over four years to this Fund to provide support for solution-oriented projects aimed at reducing nutrient loads, and improving the ecological sustainability of the lake and watershed. The first deadline for proposals has been extended to September 30th, 2008. A second deadline is scheduled for January 5, 2009.

This call for proposals is directed at funding collaborative projects with the goal of improving water quality for ecological and recreational uses of Lake Winnipeg and its basin.

If you have any questions, or would like further information, please contact Rick Slasor, Manager of Lake Winnipeg Basin Stewardship Fund at (204) 984-5694, toll free at 1-800-567-1570, or by e-mail at LW.info@ec.gc.ca. Details at: http://www.pnr-rpn.ec.gc.ca/water/lw/index.en.html.

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Call for Proposals: CEAA Research and Development Program

The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency research agenda for 2008-2009 includes three research priority areas: Adaptive Management, Climate Change and Small Projects.

This year's call for proposals will extend to September 23, 2008. For in-depth definitions of these priority areas, more information on the R&D Program, or more details about the Call for Proposals, visit their Web site at http://www.ceaa-acee.gc.ca/015/cfp_e.htm.

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