SEN Info Bulletin

Attend the SEN Annual General Meeting in Craik!

The Saskatchewan Eco-network will be holding its Annual General Meeting at the Craik Eco-Centre on Sunday, June 7th, 2009 from 1 - 4 pm. Join members of the SEN as we meet to discuss directions for the network and the events of the past year.

Guest Speaker will be Lynn Oliphant: “Pessimism of the Intellect – Optimism of the Will” – How to be an Environmentalist in the 21st Century.

The Annual General Meeting will follow our guest speaker. We will facilitate carpooling to Craik – if you are interested, please contact the office at sen@link.ca or phone 306 652-1275.

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Powering Both Sides of Nuclear Debate

Prince Albert - The somewhat gentle thunderstorm crashing outside Rivier Academy on Monday night gave some insight to the debate happening inside.

Author and retired professor Jim Harding and University of Saskatchewan physics professor Chary Rangacharyulu provided nuclear power pros and cons to an audience of more than 200 people.

Rangacharyulu kicked off the debate by placing a Geiger counter on a desk. As the counter beeped away showing background radiation was present, Rangacharyulu said everything contains some form of radiation and that nuclear power could be utilized safely.

Then it was Harding's turn. "We've been greenwashed on this issue for 10 years to try and convince us that nuclear power is a carbon-free technology," he said, noting mining, enriching, decommissioning and plant construction were carbon intensive.

Read the article: http://www.paherald.sk.ca/index.cfm?sid=255437&sc=4.

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Future of Uranium in Saskatchewan Public Consultation

The dates for community consultations and stakeholder meetings are now underway. Dates and locations of all community consultations and stakeholder meetings are available on the Future of Uranium in Saskatchewan Consultation website at http://www.saskuranium.ca.

The consultation website contains the full UDP report, presentation materials, online input opportunities, and ultimately, the results of the public input; Individuals and stakeholders who want to provide input but don't want to attend a meeting or don't have Internet access can send written submissions through regular mail to: "The Future of Uranium in Saskatchewan" P.O. Box 7, Regina, SK, S4P 2Z5. Individuals and stakeholders can call toll-free (1-877-791-4667) to request a copy of the Uranium Development Partnership Report or Executive Summary. Stakeholders can call the same toll-free number to register for a one-on-one presentation to the Consultation Chair at one of the stakeholder meetings. Individuals and stakeholders can send written submissions either on-line, by email or by regular mail until July 31st, 2009.

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Crown Lands Campaign

Last fall the Government of Saskatchewan announced a program to sell 1.6 million acres of Crown land (an area equal in size to PEI) to current leasees at a price of 10% below market value. While lessees are not required to purchase their leases they have been told in writing from the Government that they should know that it is the government's intention to see saleable land in the hands of private ownership.

These sales are not reviewed by the ministry of Environment prior to sale and there is well over 1 million acres of native grasslands, aspen parkland and wetlands to be sold. These native public lands are critical in preserving our native flora and fauna in Saskatchewan. The lack of concern being expressed by Saskatchewan residents is being interpreted as support for the sales program.

For information on what you can do on, go to the Nature Saskatchewan website at http://www.naturesask.ca/?s=news&p=news&id=397.

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Sign Up for a Free Power Lunch Live Online Webinar

Join sustainable energy stakeholders, local leaders and experts from across Canada and the United States by live online webinar and learn what bold, effective and innovative strategies, programs and policies are leading the charge in the renewable energy and energy efficiency field in Canada and the United States. The webinar will showcase local leaders in North America, and examine successes and barriers, and what support is needed to spread the trend of linking renewable energy and energy efficiency. Register today at http://webinars.reeep.org/. Funding for these webinars is provided by the Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency Partnership (REEEP), Environment Canada and the Ontario Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure.

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Nuclear Video Share-a-thon

A group of Saskatchewan media activists and members of the Coalition for a Clean Green Saskatchewan came together to produce a series of informational videos on the problems associated with nuclear power and the alternatives for Saskatchewan. The result was the following series of 3 videos:

• Nuclear Power for Saskatchewan? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_ukHvel0aM
• Alternatives for Saskatchewan http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrE_RNts2m0
• A High Level Radioactive Waste Dump for Saskatchewan? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0cM_1MfdvU

Visit http://www.cleangreensask.ca for more in-depth information on nuclear power and the nuclear supply chain.

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Check out The Lorax Society

The Lorax Society is an ad hoc group of environmental activists seeking to better recognize the heroes in our community.

Canada is home to some of the greatest environmental advocates in the world. Yet a shockingly small number of these remarkable citizens have never been honoured for their important contributions to Canada. Less than 15 Canadians have ever been awarded the Order of Canada for efforts to protect the environment – that’s less than 0.3% of all 5604 awards given since 1967.

These awards are based on nomination – unless someone’s name is put forward by their colleagues, they cannot be considered. The Lorax Society feels the environmental community needs to better recognize the heroes in our midst and nominate more of our colleagues for these awards. These folks want you to consider nominating a colleague for recognition as a fine example of what a citizen should be.

Please visit http://www.loraxsociety.com website to complete a survey, sign up for an e-newsletter or join the Facebook group to learn more about existing awards and how to nominate your colleagues.

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Life Cycle Costing for Green Building Design Seminar/Workshop

The seminar/workshop will act as an introduction to ASTM and ISO Building Economics Standards and impart the skills necessary to apply the Life Cycle Costing (LCC) methodology to the evaluation and analysis of investments in buildings, specifically in the field of energy efficiency and Green Buildings.

For more information, or to register please visit: http://www.cagbc.org/database/rte/LCC%20Workshop.pdf.

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Critical Mass Ride

Critical Mass is an event that happens on the last Friday of each month in cities all over the world. Cyclists gather together to advocate for their right to the road. In Regina, we also advocate that cyclists use safe cycling behaviour on the roads (signalling, etc.), but make sure we have fun while we do it! Past Critical Mass events in Regina have gathered anywhere from 50 to 100 cyclists.

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Help Plant 5000 Native Prairie Plant Seedlings

Come out and help us plant native plant seedlings, learn about native plants and escape your office for some fresh air! Please bring your own gardening gloves, weeding tools and trowels. Also, don't forget your sun screen, a hat, a water bottle and a snack. In case of bad weather, call before you come by. For more information contact Malin Hansen at malin.hansen@swa.ca or 787-8707 or 539-9984. The nursery is located in the southwest corner of the Riverside Memorial Park Cemetery on Assiniboine Ave East. Parking is available just off the paved path. Look for the big blue sign along the hedge south of the office building.

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Help Plant the North Central Community Gardens

We'll meet at the Robinson Street Garden across the street from Albert Community School (13 block Robinson) at 9 a.m. There the 'yard bosses' will recruit from the volunteers present to plant at one of Rae, Retallack, Robinson or Garnet plots (13-block). Please bring your water, sun screen, bug spray, gloves and any garden tools you will be using (marked with your name). The gardens have been rototilled with rich dark topsoil and spread with fresh clean paths of Christmas Tree mulch courtesy of the City of Regina. The seeds and bedding plants will be waiting! If you want to help in the carpentry department - there's work there too! Our friends with the Salvation Army will be serving you a hot dog barbeque at noon (from the school's parking lot).

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March For Alternative Transportation

1 pm - start march around the lake, first heading east to Speakers' Corner in Wascana Park at Albert Street; 2 pm - information booths and fabulous music by local artists.

Reduce pollution, enjoy stress-busting exercise, lower your fuel bills. Bring your longboard, freeliners, runners, rollerblades, bike, scooter, even your FEET! Learn about new ways of getting around and building a brighter tomorrow. Sponsored by City of Regina, BSharp Music, McNally's Tavern. Contact: mwillfong@sasktel.net.

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SCIC “Big Ideas” Meeting “Looking Through a Micro-Macro Zoom Lens”

SCIC Members and Associate Members are invited to dinner and a presentation by Bill Curry and Dale Dewar. For more information or to register contact SCIC at 757-4669.

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Regina Ecoliving Potluck &Organic Gardening Talk

Potluck starts at 5:30pm Paule Hjertaas will be the guest speaker.

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Nature Saskatchewan Spring Meet

Nature Saskatchewan is celebrating its 60th Anniversary this year. The Spring Meet will be hosted by Nature Regina. The keynote speaker at the gala dinner will be Robert Bateman, and a major field trip to the Last Mountain Lake Bird Observatory is planned. Details can be found on the Nature Saskatchewan web site http://www.naturesask.ca.

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Robert Bateman: Guest Speaker for Nature Sask's Gala

Robert Bateman, renowned international wildlife artist and conservationist, will be the guest speaker for Nature Saskatchewan's 60th Anniversary Gala Evening. Reception: 5:30 pm, Banquet 6:30 pm. Tickets $50. For tickets and information, phone 1-800-667-4668 or 306-780-9273, or email info@naturesask.ca. The funds raised will help support the Last Mountain Lake Bird Observatory.

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Native Plant Workshop

Learn the benefits of native plants, how to start native seeds indoors and how to design, plan, prepare and plant a native garden, what plants to plant and where to obtain them. Also, a new Saskatchewan publication on how to landscape with native plants will be available for workshop participants at the reduced price of $10 (value $25). The workshop is free of charge. For more information contact fgendron@firstnationsuniversity.ca or malin.hansen@uregina.ca

Activities: We will be outside in the native prairie area (or class room 1012 if it rains). Please bring your own flower pots and trowels if you are interested in bringing home plants. You can also help planting some seedlings in the tree and shrub bed.

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SNAP Annual General Meeting

The Saskatchewan Network for Alternatives to Pesticides (http://www.snapinfo.ca/) AGM will be held over supper. Each person is expected to pay for their own supper. You have to be a SNAP member to vote. Please RSVP your attendance to dp.hjertaas@sasktel.net so there is adequate space reserved for everyone. The AGM will be followed by a tour of the Hjertaas’s yard where many of the natural and reduced-risk yard care methods will be discussed (corn gluten, native plants, mulches, etc).

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Green Drinks Regina

Our host for June is the Wildlife Rehabilitation Society of Saskatchewan (WRSOS). Jim Elliott is a member of WRSOS and has been a rehabilitator of hawks, owls and falcons for 15 years. Jim will be discussing what WRSOS does, his experiences as a rehabilitator, and how you can help.

Come out to Green Drinks for lively conversations, and new connections. For more information on Green Drinks Regina, to be added to our e-mail list or to RSVP to this event (allowing the venue to staff accordingly) e-mail us at: greendrinksregina@gmail.com.

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Book Launch: the Black Book of Canadian Foreign Policy

The author/activist Yves Engler will speaking about his new book "The Black Book of Canadian Foreign Policy." Free admission - wheelchair accessible. Donations Welcome. Sponsored by the Canadian Council for Policy Alternatives.

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Core Neighbourhood Youth Co-op Dinner and Auction

The Core Neighbourhood Youth Co-op is holding their annual dinner and auction tonight. 5:30 pm Cocktails and silent auction; 6:30 pm Supper; 8:30 Live Auction. Tickets are $40. Please contact Kayla Hrynewich at 306.665.3889 http://www.cnyc.ca.

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Special Meeting for Women with Disabilities

Do you have concerns about government policies and programs? Would you like to share your story? DAWN Saskatchewan (DisAbled Women's Network) invites you to meet Pat Faulconbridge, Executive Director of Saskatchewan Status of Women Office. Make sure your voice is heard!

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2009 North American Indigenous Food Symposium

Whether you're interested in knowing more about issues of food safety/sovereignty or just want to connect and create change, then this symposium is for you. Join community leaders, farmers, teachers, policy makers and working groups for a three day gathering to advance efforts in support of the revitalization and protection of traditional and local food system. For more information contact: Alex 966-2027. To register contact: 966-5539.

Registration Fee (includes all meals and travel to Muskoday) 400.00. Students/seniors/low income: 125.00.

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Wilderness Navigation Course

Anyone wanting to learn basic navigation or needing to refresh their skills will benefit fro this course. Cost: $80 or $99 (this price includes a quality orienteering compass to take with you). To Register: Mail registration form with course fee to: CanoeSki Discovery Co., 1618-9th Ave. N., Saskatoon SK S7K 3A1. Details at http://www.canoeski.com/map&compass.htm.

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Spring into Action Workshop

The two-day Spring into Action workshop aims to bring together university faculty, environmental NGOs, First Nations and Métis educational organizations, school district representatives, and individuals from relevant Ministries (e.g. Education; Environment) to network and engage in consultation on the matter of education for sustainable development.

Detailed information is available on the School of Environment and Sustainability website at http://www.usask.ca/sens/ Check the Events link (bottom right corner).

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SCIC “Big Ideas” Member Consultation

SCIC invites its Members and Associate Members to attend this wonderful networking opportunity. We need your input! We are currently planning our activities for 2009-10 and want to know how we can support our members in their work, as well as brainstorm ideas about engaging the public in international development and global issues. For more information or to register call SCIC at 757-4669.

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Otesha Prairie Sky Team

The Otesha Project's education programs and bicycle tours use theatre, multi-media, and storytelling to engage a wide range of audiences, and have reached more than 85,000 people to date.

The Otesha Prairie Sky team is coming through Saskatchewan, and they will be in Saskatoon between June 14th and 17th. The Otesha team is looking for some contacts and things to do while in Saskatoon, and need to connect to some individuals or organizations that might be interested in having them stop by to do some workshops or performances or help host them. Please e-mail Maggie McBride at mmcbride@ualberta.ca if you are able to help. If you have never heard of Otesha you should check it out; the video is of the team that would be stopping by in Saskatoon: http://www.otesha.ca/the+project/index.en.html.

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Book Launch: Black Book of Canadian Foreign Policy

Join us for a presentation and discussion of this groundbreaking book with author Yves Engler. Free Admission - Wheelchair Accessible. Copies of the book are available now at Turning the Tide Bookstore http://www.turning.ca/. For more information contact 955-3070 or inquiry@turning.ca.

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Forest Insect & Disease Conference

The Saskatchewan Invasive Species Council is presenting the Forest Insect & Disease Conference held in Saskatoon on June 18th - 19th. May 15th is the deadline to register. For the registration form and more info, visit http://www.saskinvasives.ca/.

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LEED Canada for Homes: Program Review Workshop

LEED® Canada for Homes is a comprehensive, voluntary, market-driven green building rating system for residential construction. It is based on the USGBC’s LEED® for Homes rating system and it evaluates performance on a range of ecological and human health issues from a whole home perspective, providing a definitive benchmark for what constitutes ‘a green home.’ For more information please visit http://www.cagbc.org or email workshops@cagbc.org.

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Should Nuclear Power Be Part of Saskatchewan's Future?

An Important Debate and Discussion with Walter Keyes, nuclear advocate, and Jim Harding, sustainable energy advocate will take place Tuesday, June 2nd at Fort Qu'Appelle Legion. Sponsored by Fort Qu'Appelle Kairos. Everyone welcome.

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Andrew Nikiforuk: The Myth of Abundance: Water, Oil & the Future of the West

Don't miss this free public meeting with Andrew Nikiforuk, sponsored by the National Council of Women of Canada and the NCWC Education Fund - Funded by the Walter & Duncan Gordon Foundation. Info: Patricia Leson 306-764-5051 or Gracia Janes 306 476-2651.

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Masonry Workshop

This workshop is sponsored by Craik Sustainable Living Project http://www.craikecovillage.ca.. Cost: $75 per person. Space is limited. If you wish to secure a spot, send registration fee to CSLP, Box 367, Craik, SK S0G 0V0. Phone 306-734-2605 Email: eade@sasktel.net

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SEN Annual General Meeting

The Saskatchewan Eco-network will be holding its Annual General Meeting at the Craik Eco-Centre on Sunday, June 7th, 2009 from 1 - 4 pm. Join members of the SEN as we meet to discuss directions for the network and the events of the past year.

Guest Speaker will be Lynn Oliphant: “Pessimism of the Intellect – Optimism of the Will” – How to be an Environmentalist in the 21st Century. The Annual General Meeting will follow our guest speaker. We will facilitate carpooling to Craik – if you are interested, please contact the office at sen@link.ca or phone 306 652-1275.

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Dr. Dale Dewar: How does Radioactivity Affect You?

Dr. Dale Dewar of Physicians for Global Survival will present Radiation: How does Radioactivity Affect You? The purpose is educational, presenting material and allowing people to come to their own conclusions. Among other topics she will touch on medical isotopes which is a current concern.

More info on Dr. Dale Dewar at: SCIC Global Citizens Award: http://pgs.ca/?page_id=691. This event is sponsored by Renewable Power-the Intelligent Choice (RPIC): http://www.rpic.ca/index.html, a Prince Albert environmental group formed to fight nuclear power expansion.

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Prairie Wilderness First Aid Course

The Prairie Learning Centre is offering a Prairie Wilderness First Aid course in Grasslands National Park. Participants will receive a Red Cross Advanced Wilderness First Aid Certificate, a wilderness first aid manual, a prairie-focussed first aid manual, a wilderness first aid kit and a "how to poop on the prairie kit".

Cost of the course is $275. Prerequisites include: Standard First Aid, CPR and AED. Come out to learn First Aid and to enjoy the many native flowers in Grasslands National Park. For more information contact the Prairie Learning Centre at: prairie@chinooksd.ca or 306-298-4495.

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In Search of the Ram's Head: Nature Day Tour

Native Plant Society of Saskatchewan board member John Hauer will be leading a day tour through the Maurice Street Wildlife Sanctuary. The tour is tentatively scheduled to start at 10 a.m. from the Kentucky Fried Chicken at 121 Nipawin Road East in Nipawin. The Maurice Street Wildlife Sanctuary is approximately 17 km northwest of Nipawin, SK and is home to a diverse array of plants and animals, including the provincially-rare ram's head lady's slipper (Cypripedium arietinum), which we hope to see blooming, as well as the large yellow lady's slipper (Cypripedium parviflorum var. pubescens), which we may also spot in bloom.

There is no cost to attend this tour, but everyone must register so that we can plan accordingly. To register or for more information, please contact John Hauer at (306) 878-8812.

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Going to Grasslands

The Native Plant Society of Saskatchewan will be hosting its annual summer field tour in Grasslands National Park on June 20th. Grasslands National Park represents one of the largest intact parcels of native prairie in Canada and is a biodiversity treasure trove, hosting hundreds of plant and animal species – including some of the rarest species in Canada. Complete details at http://www.npss.sk.ca/events.php.

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3rd Annual Solar Fair: Seminars, Workshops & Trade Show

Join engineers, teachers, scientists, home builders, environmentalists and citizens from across the province in a two day Solar Fair. Hosted by the Craik Sustainable Living Project (CSLP) and taking place within the CSLP’S Eco-Centre, renowned for its green design. Early registration is recommended as space is limited. $150 per person (2 days), $75 per person (1 day),or $15 per seminar.

Apply now for a booth at the Trade Show. Email: eade@sasktel.net Registration forms available at: http://www.craikecovillage.ca.

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Discovering the Missouri Coteau

Workshop/tour based out of Moose Jaw in celebration of Native Prairie Appreciation Week. Details at: http://www.pcap-sk.org/pdfs/npawbrochure2009.pdf. For more information, please contact: Daryl Nazar at 306 569-0424 or Trevor Lennox at 306 778-8294.

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2009 Ness Creek Music Festival - Call for Eco-Village Participants

The Ness Creek Music Festival is celebrating its 19th year. It has grown into a major Canadian Festival drawing about 3,000 people per day, over four days. The Festival site is nestled in the boreal forest a few miles from Big River, Saskatchewan and adjacent to the Prince Albert National Park. Ecological awareness and promotion of alternative ideas and services has always been an important part of the Ness Creek Festival. The Eco-Village provides opportunities for individuals and groups to display, promote, workshop, discuss and sell their ideas and services with Festival goers. If you're interested in applying to be an Eco-Village participant, please contact Brenda Goldsworthy at 652-2485 bgoldsworthy@sasktel.net or Gary Smith at 664-2330 smithgroenen@sasktel.net.

The Ness Creek Cultural & Recreational Society is a not-for-profit organization that exists primarily to create an annual Festival to celebrate Music, Arts, Community and Ecology in the boreal forest.

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SOEEA’s Boreal Forest Ecotour

Come along with us as we explore and experience this unique and beautiful ecosystem. We are working with the Boreal Forest Learning Centre to offer an exciting program including local culture, music, storytelling, history, wildlife viewing and ecology.

We will be camping at picturesque Ness Creek - tenting at the Ness Creek site and the use of a communal kitchen is included in your registration. (you may upgrade to cabin accommodations at your own expense). All ages welcome. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to experience a Northern Saskatchewan adventure! Early Bird Prices until June 1st are $50 members ($75 non-members). Note: the non-member price includes a one year membership; family and student rates are also available. For a registration form, please email: soeea.sk@gmail.com.

For more information, please visit our website at: http://www.soeea.sk.ca.

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Keepers of the Water IV Conference

For more information, contact Brandy Smart at 306-981-4661 http://www.keepersofthewater.ca.

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RCEN AGA 2009: Cities and Biodiversity

Under the theme of Cities and Biodiversity, speakers at the 2009 RCEN Annual General Assembly (AGA) will explore the relationship between urban areas and biodiversity: from the impact of their demand for resources, to the possibilities of growing more food locally and the benefits of natural areas within cities. Visit the RCEN's AGA 2009 webpage at http://www.rcen.ca/AGA/2009/index.html.

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ICLEI Local Governments for Sustainability World Congress

The ICLEI World Congress 2009 will showcase ICLEI members’ vast work on advancing sustainability, for and about local governments. The five-day event will be an opportunity to learn about the achievements of the most advanced cities and towns in the world, and to build upon past successes to advance local action for sustainability. Join mayors, local governments, and colleagues, as more than 800 delegates worldwide come together in Edmonton. The program will be enriched by global strategists sharing their vision on the opportunities and challenges for local governments in the coming decade. Visit http://www.iclei.org/worldcongress2009 for registration details.

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Ignite Change Now! Global Youth Assembly 2009

The John Humphrey Centre is excited to let you know that the second Ignite Change Now! Global Youth Assembly is set. Sol Guy along with other partners such as Rights and Democracy will be joining us once again in Edmonton to keep it real and inspiring.

Delegate registration for the Assembly is available on their website at http://www.youthassembly.ca. Space is limited so be sure to register early!

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Participate in Regina's 5th Annual EcoFair

The EcoFair is an annual outdoor event with music, ways to get involved, thoughtful information and activities for the whole family. This year's EcoFair will take place on Saturday June 27 from 10 am to 3 pm in the Cathedral Area (Retallack St. and 13th Ave). They are currently looking for organizations and local businesses who are interested in participating in the event by displaying information or selling products. If you are interested in participating, please contact Regina EcoLiving Inc. by May 31st to reginaecoliving@gmail.com. They will provide a table and two chairs for $10. Feel free to contact them if you have questions.

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Job Opportunity: Heifer International and Genesis Land Conservancy

The GenAssist project is a partnership amongst Saskatchewan farm families, Genesis Land Conservancy, and Heifer International Canada to initiate and sustain a ‘value chain’ in a profitable, ethical and sustainable food production enterprise. The project is looking for a talented and enthusiastic individual to manage the marketing and business development of a Saskatchewan-focused livestock products enterprise. The ideal candidate has a mix of education and experience in one or more of the following areas: small business and value-chain development, marketing, sustainable agriculture (grass-based livestock), participatory community and/or economic development.

To apply for this position please send or email your cover letter, resume and names of three references no later than June 5thto: Attn: Exectuive Director, Earthcare Connections, Box 1790, Wynyard, SK S0A 4T0. Email: info@earthcare.ca Phone: 306.554.5263. Details at: http://www.earthcare.ca/jobs/jobs.html

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Prairie Learning Centre Outdoor Educator

As the Outdoor Educator Program Coordinator for the Prairie Learning Centre with Chinook School Division No. 211, you are a dynamic, energetic and creative educator. You will coordinate and assist in the delivery of the outdoor studies program where your classroom is the native prairie. The Prairie Learning Centre has a vision to foster a rich connection to native prairie through innovative learning opportunities for high school students, post-secondary students and their educators. The Prairie Learning Centre is a collaborative educational partnership; with Grasslands National Park of Canada and Chinook School Division No. 211 as its 2005 founding educational members. Start date to be negotiated. Deadline to apply: June 5th, 2009.

Details at Good Work Canada: http://www.planetfriendly.net/gwd.php?id=8656.

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Executive Director: Safe Drinking Water Foundation

The Safe Drinking Water Foundation (SDWF) is seeking a passionate Executive Director to apply their strong communication and organization skills to lead the SDWF. For more information: http://www.safewater.org/about-us/employment-opportunities.html.

The SDWF is a registered non-profit national charity whose mission is: To encourage the universality of safe drinking water by supporting innovative research and development; increasing the awareness of health concerns from consumption of poor water quality; and acting as a policy advocate to ensure appropriate action is taken to provide safe drinking water to all people.

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Opportunity: Visit or Live and Work in an Off-grid Home in Craik

We are accepting letters of interest (or phone calls) from a few good people who would like the opportunity to visit or live and work in an off-grid home. Our place, in Craik, SK is straw bale wrapped, equipped with solar electricity, low tech solar hot water, wood stove for when it gets chilly (hopefully we’re done with that til fall), has nice soil and an organic garden. Details at http://boilingfrog.ca/?p=127

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Youth for International Do-It-Yourself Media Training

For young people 12 - 18, this Saskatchewan Council for International Cooperation program involves 4 days of training for youth on issues and activism. The training builds the skills of participating youth to produce their own creative media on global issues. After the training youth are encouraged to continue their work and will be provided with ongoing opportunities.

Registration forms can be found online at http://www.youthbeat.org. You can also receive registration forms and more information by contacting scicyouth@earthbeat.sk.ca or (306)757-4669.

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Green Building Job Postings

Integrated Designs is planning to hire a minimum of 3 more people. Integrated Designs exclusively works on green building projects. Our primary services are project management, LEED documentation, energy consulting, and commissioning. Details are on their web site at http://www.i-designs.ca/careers.html.

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Tanzanian Katesh Benefit Concert & Used Book Sale

Our goal is to raise several thousand dollars for the girls hostel in Katesh. This building will eventually be home to 48 girls who have won CHES scholarships for secondary school but live in remote rural areas and have no place to live in the town in which their school is located. The projected cost of the completed complex (which will house 48 girls) is about $54,000. $28,000 has been raised to date! http://www.canadianharambee.ca

We've had a generous initial response of volunteers, but more help is needed with donations of used books, loading of books into vehicles on June 11 and 12. (We need both vehicles and "loaders")(dollies are welcome); set-up for the book sale; provision of baked goods; sale of books or refreshments (two hour shifts); hosts for the reception following the concert.

The dynamic Gala Trio have generously donated their time and talent for the evening concert. Consisting of Audrey Bayduze, piano, Gaye-Lynn Kern, soprano, and Arlene Shiplett, French horn, their repertoire ranges from classical to contemporary. Tickets (including the reception) are only $10.

To volunteer or purchase concert tickets: until June 1st, please call Elaine Carter (955-1905); from June 6 to 12, please call Sara Williams (373-6345); from June 1 to 6, please call either Elaine or Sara.

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