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SUMMARY:eMERGE Street Fight
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nImagine a virtual Street Fight with politicians ‘trash talking’ to prove: ‘My EV is better than yours!’ \nWe know politicians are up for a good fight. They tend to have different views of the world and tastes in EVs. Now four of them are sharpening their ‘trash talking’ skills to one up each other.  \nThey’re fighting to brag that:  \n“My EV is better than yours!”\nAll of these politicians got rid of gas cars and moved to electric. That one decision dropped their greenhouse gas emissions by 4 tonnes per year. Pretty impressive eh? And\, yes\, they also walk\, bike and take advantage of public transit as well. \nThis virtual Street Fight will be … all fight…all EVs…without the usual politics.  \nTrash talk is encouraged.  \nHowever\, if they get out of hand\, we’ll use that tried and true Canadian disciplinary tool: a penalty box. One that mutes the offending politicians. And if that’s not enough then their video will be shut down. \nWhat could be worse for a politician than being silenced and invisible? They’ve all been warned! \nYou’ll have to wait to find out who the arbitrator/judge/referee will be. Patience friends. \n_____________________________________________ \nWhat would a street fight be without onlookers. You’ll have the opportunity to ‘vote’ for the politician that’s convinced you that they have the best EV. Or maybe they were the funniest. Or most deserving. Or the one that annoyed you the least. Or the one you felt obliged to vote for because they were in your grade 6 class. Or the one that fixed the pothole in front of your house. You know\, kind of like when you vote in a real election. \nStreet Fight: My EV is better than Yours!\nThursday \, June 4\, 2020\n7:00 PM – 8:30 PM\nThis is a free event but registration is required. To simplify the process we’re asking you to register via Eventbrite so that we can do a better job of keeping track of registered candidates. \n_______________________________________________________________________ \nHere are your Street Fighters\nThey’ve decided to start early with intimidation tactics. Some are pretty scary while others maybe not so much. But we wouldn’t want to influence your decision too much. Instead we’ll give them a bit of a ‘poke in the eye with a sharp stick’ to help create the ambiance for the evening.  \nApologies in advance to the grammar cops. \n_______________________________________________________________________ \nMike Schreiner | MPP for Guelph\, Leader of the Green Party Of Ontario \n… and Street Fighter \n \nMike calls this: “Hold my beer while I scare the others” look .  \nReally?  \nWe bet his mom would tell him to wipe that smirk off his face. We’re pretty sure he’d comply in a hurry!  \nIn fact\, Mike’s been known in political circles as being a ‘nice guy’.  \nA nice guy? In politics?  \nRecently\, super top secret reliable sources informed the eMERGE Intelligence Team (ya that’s a thing) that he’s actually in the running for the Lady Byng Trophy at Queens Park.  \nWouldn’t a hockey team’s enforcer have a better chance winning a Street Fight than a nice guy Lady Byng Trophy winner wannabe! \nCould this be a deceptively devious diversionary tactic from a street savvy kid that grew up “in the hood”of a prairie family farm?  \nWe have to wonder what the odds makers do with Mike. \n_______________________________________________________________________ \nJames Gordon | Guelph City Councillor\, Ward 2 \n… and Street Fighter \n \nCouncillor Gordon’s childhood is steeped in the underbelly of downtown Rockwood’s back alleys. Those creepy streets made him into the ruffian he is today.  \nLeaving all that behind\, he paddled his canoe down the Eramosa River to the megalopolis of Guelph. There he found his true calling: the mean streets of politics. \nHe claims to have street cred. The last politician that gave him a hard time can be seen in the back seat of his EV – lacking a heart beat. That yellow haired guy in his car looks surprisingly like a leader from south of the boarder! \nIn case you didn’t notice\, Gordon’s bloodcurdling\, sartorial opulence is topped off with a frightening fedora (it better be a Guelph Biltmore!). His always fashionable bib is strategically placed on his chest to catch the big chunks that miss his mouth. All of this is grounded with a pair of recently sharpened pointy toed spit kickin cowboy boots. \nLook out Lady Byng Trophy wannabe. These boots are made for kicking! \n(next time someone should tell him to wash his car for a photo shoot) \n____________________________________________________________________ \nPhil Allt | Guelph City Councillor\, Ward 3 \n… and Street Fighter \n \nWith some guys it’s all about the tools. Or is it the big-boy-toys?  \nAllt shows up for the photo shoot with an EV that cuts four tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions per year compared to a gas car. He’s doing the right thing. Right? Then he adorns himself with a loud\, gas guzzling\, two stroke\, polluting chainsaw. \nWhat was he thinking?  \nHe could have stopped with just the ax\, but noooo. His opponents are gonna have a field day with this one. Even Nice guy Mike is gonna ‘smirk’ all over him for that move. \nHowever\, Gordon’s spit kickin boots would be toast in seconds with that disgusting polluting ICE (internal combustion engine) chainsaw. \nWe’ll have to watch out for any other toys this lumberjack wannabe brings to the Street Fight.  \nWe’ve all seen the network journalist reporting from home without wearing pants. Along that line\, Allt didn’t get the official City of Guelph memo entitled: During a pandemic always check for pants before leaving the house. \n_______________________________________________________________________ \nLeanne Caron Piper | Guelph City Councillor\, Ward 5 \n… and Street Fighter \n \nWe think the boys should be worried. Really worried. \nThere aren’t many politicians that can kick above their heads.  \nThink it’s easy? Go ahead\, try it\, we dare you!  \nShe did Karate for some time along with gymnastics and still does the splits. However\, super top secret reliable sources informed the eMERGE Intelligence Team (ya them again) that the splits are usually easier for her if Tequila is involved.  \nCan you say “kick ass political Street Fighter with pink boxing gloves”. That has a catchy ring to it doesn’t it? \nHer last street fight left her with a black eye and stitches. Take a close look. If you think that’s nasty\, you should see what happened to the 6 guys that disagreed with her. \n_______________________________________________________________________ \nAcronyms that will help you:\n– ICE: internal combustion engine\n– EV: electric vehicle\n\n\n_______________________________________________________________________ \nOur sponsor for this event:
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/emerge-street-fight/
LOCATION:Online\, eMERGE  \, ON\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Increase in GHG Emissions in 2018
DESCRIPTION:New data shows that Ontario’s greenhouse gas emissions spiked in 2018\, after declining for a decade before that. What happened?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhile Covid-19 has likely caused a significant decrease in greenhouse gas emissions\, we know the structural issues that caused emissions to rise in 2018 continue to exists. Going back to business as usual will not be an option as emissions would continue to get worse. \nWhat happened and how can we prevent this trend from continuing? \nIncrease in GHG Emissions in 2018 \n7:00 PM – 8:30 PM \nWednesday\, May 27\, 2020 \n__________________________________ \nJoin us as we welcome Sarah Buchanan from Environmental Defence as we discuss the impacts that structural systems have on increasing our GHG emissions in Ontario. Read her blog here. \n\n \n\nSarah Buchanan | Program Manager\, Clean Economy @sbuchananTO \nSarah began her environmental activism at age six\, when she proudly began wearing a t-shirt with the word RECYCLE spelled out in silver sequins. Sarah has worked for the last 15 years in advocacy\, media\, and politics in both Ontario and British Columbia. She was inspired to join Environmental Defense’s team through a desire to drive swift action on climate change\, and now works with people\, businesses\, and government to advocate for climate solutions in Ontario. Read Sarah’s blogs here.here. \n\n\n 
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/increase-in-ghg-emissions-in-2018/
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SUMMARY:Anxiety\, Climate and Covid-19
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nMany people have experienced anxiety around the lack of real success in the fight against climate change. Covid-19 is adding to this stress. In fact the world wide reaction to the epidemic has only underscored the need for similar\, widespread\, international action on climate change at the same scale. That realization can cause even more anxiety. \nThese stressors can be as broad as being debilitating to a mere distraction. But they all can prevent us from getting the work done. \nHow can we all learn strategies related to better mental health that can help keep us focused on the job at hand? \neMERGE Guelph is hosting a webinar with long time environmental activist and author of “Taking a break from Saving the World” Stephen Legault and Rachel Mahrer\, Mental Health Councellor focusing on:\nAnxiety\, Climate Change & Covid-19 \neMERGE Webinar  \n7:00 PM – 8:30 PM \nTuesday\, April 14\, 2020 \nThis is a free event but registration is required. via Eventbrite\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA veteran of burnout himself\, Legault looks at the culture of self-sacrifice that permeates the work done by volunteers and paid staff in the environmental conservation movement\, and dissects how to manage our own time\, energy\, and commitment to our causes. Following a river-running metaphor\, and proposing a variety of techniques to help with various states of anxiety resulting from burnout\, including clarity of purpose\, recognition of limits\, fitness and diet\, mediation and yoga\, as well as organizational structural changes such as leave-of-absence policies\, Legault encourages readers to find time to “eddy out” – to rest a moment in quieter waters and scout downriver – to ensure our lifetime of engagement is fulfilling\, effective\, and self-sustaining. \nJust as with teachers\, nurses\, doctors\, lawyers\, paramedics\, steelworkers\, students\, and airline pilots\, burnout is a growing concern in many social-change circles. Taking a Break from Saving the World takes a look at the impacts of eco-anxiety\, over-work\, and the associated stress surrounding the present and future state of the environment and offers practical and insightful suggestions on how to deal with it. \nActive in the social and environmental values movement since 1988\, Stephen is an experienced facilitator\, political analyst\, organizer\, and government relations and public engagement specialist. He was the founder of Wildcanada.net\, Canada’s first online advocacy portal\, and has served as Program Director for Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative and as the Senior Sustainability Development Office for Royal Roads University. Learn more about Stephen here. \nStephen’s also a gifted storyteller\, public speaker\, teacher\, and photographer. He’s the author of fifteen books and countless newspapers\, magazines\, and online articles. (Note that the Bookshelf has Stephen’s book on order) \nwww.stephenlegault.com\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRachel works in private practice with teenagers\, adults\, and couples. She brings experience and interest in anxiety and mood disorders\, trauma\, relationship and family issues\, sexual identity\, and general development/life span issues. \nShe is a registered social worker (MSW\, RSW) with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (0ASW). \nIn addition to private counselling Rachel worked as a counsellor at the University of Guelph\, and currently runs a group on campus to assist students dealing with social anxiety. She is Assistant Clinical Professor (Adjunct) in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University. Her work with McMaster involves training psychiatry residents in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy – depression and anxiety) and group work clinical modules. She has focused training in Relational Life Training (RLT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). \nResources for dealing with Anxiety\nThis is a very limited list of resources for support. Please check if you have benefits for covering counselling. Most counsellors are providing secure video phone/telephone counselling during COVID-19 in lieu of in person support. Many companies have links to support sent in emails (including Shoppers links to CMHA resources). Many physicians are attached to family health teams with mental health resources.\n\nFor veterans and first responders:\nhttp://breakwaterinstitute.ca\n\nFree online counselling for health care providers (Ontario);\nhttps://covid19therapists.com/request-support/\n\nFree online program for people with mood or anxiety issues: \nhttps://www.mindbeacon.com/strongerminds?fbclid=IwAR1SSAo1DUXfhtArk-s7_FoR6VsncEBRQY5oLysJUyLTrvVOaxYrBJ9L9fs\n\n\n Counselling & Support \na) Family Counselling & Support Services in Guelph provide therapy and counselling on a sliding scale (i.e. pay what you can within a certain range)\, and I’m sure they are providing creative solutions to support community members during this time. Their contact information is available here: https://familyserviceguelph.on.ca/contact-counsellor-guelph/ \nb) The CMHA Self-Help Alliance offers peer support\, and they are currently providing accessible services over the phone: https://cmhawwselfhelp.ca/news/service-changes-due-to-covid-19/ \n· Here 24/7 at 1-884-437-3247 \n· Good2Talk at 1-866-925-5454 \nOnline Self-Directed Supports and Resources: \n· COVID-19 Anxiety:  Here are 5 tips from mental health experts (CTV) · Anxiety Canada: My Anxiety Plan – an online resource providing self-help information for anxiety\, as well as a CBT based curriculum · Big White Wall: a free\, online mental health and wellbeing service that helps people who are dealing with everyday stressors and mild to moderate depression and anxiety. This service provides virtual online peer support and self-management tools for adults and youth: · Centre for Clinical Intervention: Coping with depression online modules & workbook and support for health anxiety. \nApp Supports · Woebot is an automated conversation agent that helps you monitor your mood and learn about yourself. Use the referral code: ONTARIO for the app to direct you to local resources\, if needed. Mindshift: CBT app for Anxiety Support: https://www.anxietycanada.com/articles/new-mindshift-cbt-app-gives-canadians-free-anxiety-relief \n\n  \nThe webinar was uploaded into our U-Tube channel\, check it out : https://youtu.be/V2q5QLrp630\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/anxiety-climate-and-covid-19-2-2/
LOCATION:Online\, eMERGE  \, ON\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="eMERGE Guelph":MAILTO:info@emergeguelph.ca
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SUMMARY:eMERGE Guelph hosting the 13th EcoMarket event
DESCRIPTION:eMERGE EcoMarket Postponed\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nOur health comes first. \nGiven all that has transpired recently\, it is evident that postponing the eMERGE EcoMarket is in the best interest of attendees\, exhibitors and the general public. \nThe world is showing  us that we can take aggressive action to mitigate a clear and present danger. As we jointly wrestle corona virus to the ground\, we need to remember to take the same approach to fight climate change.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n==============================================\neMERGE 2020 EcoMarket Event\nMarch 21\, 2020 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm\nOld Quebec Street Shoppes (map) \n  \nThe eMERGE EcoMarket is an annual sustainability expo showcasing environmental organizations\, green products and services. It attracts over 3\,000 people people looking for ways to fight climate change\, reduce their impact on the environment and save money.  Located in Guelph’s Old Quebec Street Shoppes (map)\, it welcomes families and residents including early environmental adopters looking to discover their path to environmental living! \nThe 2020 eMERGE EcoMarket is celebrating its ‘Lucky’ 13th anniversary with our partners and sponsors from the City of Guelph\, Downtown Guelph\, Old Quebec Street Shoppes and Barry Cullen.  If you are living in Guelph or in any surrounding area\, mark your calendar and don’t miss your chance to meet our exhibitors and network with community members and Not for Profit Organizations. \n======================================================\nOur 2020 EcoMarket Sponsors are: \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n====================================================== \n\nCall for 2020 Exhibitor Registration\n\nThe 2020 eMERGE EcoMarket is an excellent opportunity for your company to promote your products and services to environmental early adopters. Paired with the H2O Go Festival\, it will connect you with an audience primed for green and sustainable options that are looking to reduce their impact on the environment\, fight climate change and save money.  Vendor registration is now available for Guelph EcoMarket 2020. \nRegister by February 29\, 2020 for early bird prices! For questions please email Rasha A. \, the Event Coordinator:  Rasha@emergeguelph.ca or  phone (519) 763 -2652 \n======================================================\nFor registration or sponsorship opportunities contact us here.\n======================================================
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/emerge-guelph-hosting-the-13th-ecomarket-event/
LOCATION:Old Quebec Street Shoppes\, 55 Wyndham St. N.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 7T8\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="eMERGE Guelph":MAILTO:Rasha@emergeguelph.ca
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SUMMARY:Royal City Heroes- The Climate Change Edition
DESCRIPTION:Climate Change Heroes 2020\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\neMERGE Guelph is proud to announce that Indigo Kim and Saffron Binder are the 2020 Climate Change Heroes! In a very short period of time Indigo and Saffron have motivated students from across the city to demand deep and profound climate action. From organizing student walkouts to lobbying city council to declare a climate emergency – they have shown repeatedly that young people can and will step up to take action. And these young women are still teenagers!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us – and our Making Box partners – as we put the fun into climate change with our 2020 Royal City Climate Change Heroes: \nIndigo Kim and Saffron Binder \nRoyal City Heroes\nThe Climate Change Edition\n9:00 pm – 10:30 pm Friday February 28\, 2020 \n\n\nFor buying tickets\, visit The Making Box link below:\nhttps://www.themakingbox.ca/new-events/m-b-comedy-guelph-2224-royal-city-heroes?mc_cid=08b91062f6&mc_eid=%5BUNIQID%5D
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/royal-city-heroes-the-climate-change-edition/
LOCATION:The Making Box\, 43 Cork St E\,  Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 2W8\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="eMERGE Guelph":MAILTO:Rasha@emergeguelph.ca
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SUMMARY:Are Parkades Extinct?
DESCRIPTION:Free tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/are-parkades-extinct-tickets-90067521381 \nHow Electric Vehicles will reshape downtown Guelph\n  \nWe have to ‘store’ our cars more than 90% of the time. That’s right – we use them less than 10% of the time. \nAnd society has paid heavy price by using more and more land for parking. While technology can’t solve all of society’s ills\, up and coming electric and autonomous vehicles have the opportunity to re-shape our downtown – taking the emphasis away from cars and making it more people centric. \nJoin Us as Evan Ferrari from eMERGE Guelph Sustainability argues that the quicker we can move to electric mobility\, the faster we can re-vitalize downtown. \nFree tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/are-parkades-extinct-tickets-90067521381
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/are-parkades-extinct/
LOCATION:The Red Brick Cafe\, 8 Douglas St\, Guelph\, ON N1H 2S9\, Guelph\, N1H 3A2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Postponed/ Health... as if Climate Change Matters
DESCRIPTION:———————————————————————————————————— \n\n\nA message to all attendees \nPlease be advised that we -unfortunately-  are postponing the Health… as if climate change matters event  scheduled for next Monday. \n\nWe really want this to be a success\, but have had limited registrations to date. In comparison we had over 90 people attend our event in October entitled ‘Talk… as if climate change matters’. Our goal is to make this health event just as successful.\n\n\nWe are working on rescheduling for the new year and will keep you informed as things progress.\n\nApologies once again.\n\n\n—————————————————————————————————-\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClimate change is hurting human health in Southern Ontario\n\n\neMERGE Guelph is hosting a series of events designed to help local environmental early adopters succeed in fighting climate change. We call the series: As if Climate Change Matters.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\nHEALTH… as if Climate Change Matters \nWe have done a poor job communicating climate change to get real action. The ‘far off’ impacts have frequently made people feel as if sea level rise or flooding just couldn’t happen to them. \nThe reality is that Southern Ontario is already seeing the health impacts of climate change. We need to do a better job at communicating climate change. Now let’s learn about the local impacts. \n \n\nPegeen Walsh \nPegeen is the Executive Director for the Ontario Public Health Association. Her role requires supporting and facilitating advocacy efforts in public health and capacity building and knowledge transfer and exchange initiatives within the province and beyond. Prior to OPHA\, Pegeen has led the design and delivery of a wide range of programs\, policies\, partnerships\, and research that have supported individual and community health and well-being. As Ontario Regional Director with Health Canada\, the Public Health Agency of Canada and Director at the Ontario Ministry of Health Promotion\, she oversaw various health initiatives ranging from early child development\, healthy eating\, and tobacco control\, healthy communities to injury\, alcohol abuse and 2008 OPHS Standards. As Director of Public Policy at YMCA Canada\, she developed government relations training and strategies. Just prior to joining OPHA\, Pegeen was a Research Director at the Canadian Council for Public-Private Partnerships responsible implementing research strategy to advance knowledge and best practices. Pegeen is also a Board member at Family Services Toronto\, serving as chair of its Governance Committee. She holds a BA degree from University of Waterloo in Political Science. \n(more panelists to come) \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here for the Health as if … Climate Change Matters event.
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/health-as-if-climate-change-matters/
LOCATION:10C- Shared Space\, 42 Carden Steet  Guelph\, ON \, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 3A2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="eMERGE Guelph":MAILTO:Rasha@emergeguelph.ca
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SUMMARY:eMERGE EV Show
DESCRIPTION:Over 8\,000 new vehicles are bought in Guelph every year. Unfortunately\, the overwhelming majority of them run on fossil fuel.  eMERGE wants to help you change all that with our 4th EV Show. \neMERGE EV Show\n4pm – 8pm Friday\, Oct 18\n10am – 3pm Saturday\, Oct 19th\nOld Quebec Street Shoppes \nTest Drives and EV 101 classes will be provided by Plugn’ Drive. \nThere are two different EV rebates available: \n\n$1\,000 Used EV Rebate from Plugn’Drive\nUp to $5\,000 EV Rebate from the federal government\n\n  \nCome downtown and check out different EV models\, chat with EV owners and car dealers. Bring your questions about buying\, driving\, and owning an electric car.  To register your spot for the EV101 Seminar and test drive click here \n  \nIf you have an EV and have the time and energy to volunteer with us\, register your vehicle here
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/emerge-ev-show-3/
LOCATION:St. George’s Square\, St. George's Square\, Guelph\, ON\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 7T8\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="eMERGE Guelph":MAILTO:rasha@emergeguelph.ca
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UID:1849-1570129200-1570136400@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:100 Debates on the Environment
DESCRIPTION:1 of 100 debates on the environment across the country at the same time \neMERGE is proud to be one of the 10 local environmental groups organizing 100 Debates on the Environment – Guelph \nJoin us as we here local candidates vying for your vote as they debate the environment \n100 Debates on the Environment – Guelph\n7pm Thursday Oct 3rd\nCentennial CVI\, 289 College Ave W. \nJoin us and be part of the future!\nWith hope\, \n\neMERGE with the GreenPAC and the 100 Debates Team \n\nAbout 100 Debates\n\n\n100 Debates on the Environment brings together community groups\, non-profits\, businesses and individuals who are working to increase the level of environmental leadership in Canada by holding 100 strictly non-partisan all-candidate debates on the environment before the next election. \nhttps://www.100debates.ca/debates
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/100-debates-on-the-environment/
LOCATION:Centennial C.V.I.\, (289 College Ave W)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190930T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190930T213000
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CREATED:20190831T153956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190831T153956Z
UID:1851-1569870000-1569879000@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Talk as if Climate Change Matters
DESCRIPTION:Link to the slides- Dr. Louise Comeau \n \nCommunicating climate change to motivate action has been a challenge. Recent research shows there is a better way. \nThe scientific community has provided more and more evidence that action needs to happen now. But this approach has caused many in the broader society to feel paralyzed into inaction. \nRecent research and focus group testing has shown that there is a better way. \nDr. Louise Comeau will join us in sharing what social science teaches us on how to talk about climate change. Values\, ethics\, and compassion\, more than facts\, are the key to success. \nShe says “One of the most important things we can do about climate change is to talk about it. It’s not always easy to start a conversation on climate change or to know how best to do it.” \nJoin us on September 30 from 7:00 PM till 9:30 PM at 42 Carden St.\, 4th floor and register your spot. Limited Space! \n  \nLink to the slides- Dr. Louise Comeau
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/talk-as-if-climate-change-matters/
LOCATION:10C- Shared Space\, 42 Carden Steet  Guelph\, ON \, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 3A2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="eMERGE Guelph":MAILTO:Rasha@emergeguelph.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190810T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190810T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20190730T174054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T174054Z
UID:1834-1565437500-1565440200@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Energy: Invisible Waste In Your Home
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nIn Canada\, we waste 2/3 of all energy we consume. To fight climate change\, we must chip away at this number – ASAP.\nRasha Abusitta\nRasha gets to the bottom of energy –  the invisible waste in your home. Using efficiency and conservation techniques\, she motivates people to cut their waste energy\, save money\, and reduce their impact on the environment. \nShe has a rich experience in renewable energy and carbon abatement policies for government agencies. She is a certified Trainer from the Global Canadian Council and employs her knowledge in empowering women and youth to become more fulfilled and rewarded. \nAs the Sustainability Program Coordinator at eMERGE\, she coordinates the Home Tune-Up program by motivating residents towards small solutions that lead to huge savings on utility bills. \nAbout eMERGE\neMERGE Guelph fights climate change to build a healthy society. \nIt does this by helping people reduce energy and water use. Promoting smart behavior\, policy\, and improved efficiency helps Guelph build a road map to beat climate change and achieve 100% renewable energy by 2050. This has the added benefit of a healthier community and a more resilient local economy that can save people money. \n  \n \nNote: “In conversation with Evan Ferrari of eMERGE Guelph” has been changed to “Energy: Invisible Waste in Your Home.” \n 
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/energy/
LOCATION:Victoria Road Rec Centre\, 151 Victoria Rd N\, Guelph\, ON\, N1E 5H4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190602T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190602T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20190426T002123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190426T002123Z
UID:1682-1559476800-1559491200@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:eMERGE EV Show
DESCRIPTION:Imagine cutting 4 tonnes of climate change pollution per year with one decision! That’s up to 1/3 of your household emissions. \nThis can be as simple as switching to an EV (Electric Vehicle) from a gas or diesel car. Making that decision can be easier than you think and you could save money along the way. \neMERGE wants to help you get there with: \neMERGE EV Show \nSt. George Square\, Guelph \nNoon to 4:00pm \nSunday\, June 2 \nWe’ll have \n\nOver 40 EVS for you to see\nEV 101 seminars\nTest drives\nExpertise from eMERGE EV ambassadors (EV owners)\nEV car dealers.\n\nWe all know that we need to escalate our fight against climate change – including switching* from ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) cars to EVs. \nTo make it even easier we have two new EV Rebates: \n1- Federal EV Rebate – $5\,000 \n2- Used EV Rebate from Plug’n Drive – $1\,000 \nOur past eMERGE EV Shows have resulted in more EVs and hybrids in Guelph than the national average.  And EV sales are only going up. This means that more people are ready to get an EV. (check out EVs at our recent EcoMarket) \nWe know you have questions \nFirst time EV buyers have a lot of questions and concerns that can be barriers to making the switch. \nEV 101 Seminars \nAlong with our partners at Plug’n Drive we’ll be hosting EV 101 Seminars that will cover the basics behind the environmental and economic advantages of electric transportation. It will help you decide whether a fully electric or plug-in hybrid electric car is right for you – and highlight things to watch out for when shopping for a used EV. \nWe know these free seminars will fill up fast\, so book your space right now. You have three times to choose from: \n\nEV 101 Seminar 1:00pm Sunday June 2\nEV 101 Seminar 2:30pm Sunday June 2\nEV 101 Seminar 4:00pm Sunday June 2\n\nTest Drives \nOur partners at Plugn’Drive will be running Test Drives from our 10C patio on Carden. You can have the chance to drive a real EV and get the feeling of owning it. You can book a test drive on the spot. \neMERGE EV Ambassadors \nOnce someone buys an EV – they become ‘evangelical’ about why and how to make that move.  We’ll have 30 of our eMERGE EV Ambassadors on hand with their cars and their enthusiasm. These are your peers and can answer just about all of your questions. \n——————————————————————————- \n*Why is eMERGE pushing EVs?\nThere are many ways to fight climate change. \nBut when it comes to transportation planning our approach at eMERGE is quite clear.  Society has to take an approach that prioritizes 1) walking and then 2) cycling followed by 3) electrified public transit and finally 4) electrified personal transportation (cars). \nICE vehicles have no place in this century. The quicker we can take them off the road the better. Implementing transportation plans takes time and needs to be done properly. While the planning is ongoing\, we need to accelerate the switch to EVs. \nThere are a large number of people that are buying cars. Getting them to make the change to an EV gives us results now. Four tonnes per year in reduction of climate change pollution per household is significant. This approach buys us some time to keep pushing the envelope on transportation planning at the same time. \n \n 
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/emerge-ev-show-2/
LOCATION:St. George’s Square\, St. George's Square\, Guelph\, ON\, Guelph\, ON\, N1H 7T8\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="eMERGE Guelph":MAILTO:Rasha@emergeguelph.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190427T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190427T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20190411T193141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190411T193141Z
UID:1671-1556359200-1556380800@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Doors Open Guelph
DESCRIPTION:Doors Open Guelph\n10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nSaturday April 27\n17 Aberdeen Street \n\nThe Aberdeen location is one of 13 buildings that will be open to the public around the city. Yearly it is organized by the Guelph Arts Council ( https://guelpharts.ca/doors-open-guelph ).  We are highlighting this house because it is a “100 year old home of the future”. It uses 63% less energy\, produces 83% less green house gas emissions (CO2)\, and uses 52% less water than the average home in Guelph. Here is our take on the home:  https://emergeguelph.ca/resources/the-braendli-home/
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/doors-open-guelph/
LOCATION:Door’s open guelph\, 17 Aberdeen st.\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190323T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190323T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20190110T001300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190110T001300Z
UID:1569-1553335200-1553353200@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:eMERGE Guelph hosting the 12th EcoMarket event
DESCRIPTION: Saturday\, March 23th – 10 am to 3 pm\nOld Quebec Street Shoppes\, Guelph\n  \n\n  \nCelebrating our 12th year\, eMERGE EcoMarket once again showcases your green ideas\, products and services. Over 2\,000 people engage in the expo at Downtown Guelph’s Old Quebec Street Shoppes (map)\, welcoming families and residents looking to discover their path to environmental living. \nFrom heating and insulation\, low flush toilets to green living\, Eco-friendly merchandise and electric cars\, the EcoMarket brings together the options available for households to reduce environmental impact and save money as well as environmental early adopters to showcase there green and Eco-friendly products. \nVendor registration is now available for Guelph EcoMarket 2019 for a 7 foot or 10 foot (wide) exhibitor space. \n\n\n\nRegister by February 28\, 2018 for early bird prices!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor vendor registration or any questions please contact Rasha Abusitta at rasha@emergeguelph.ca\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Copyright © 2019 eMERGE Guelph Sustainability\, All rights reserved.
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/emerge-guelph-hosting-the-12th-ecomarket-event/
LOCATION:Old Quebec Street Shoppes\, 55 Wyndham St. N.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 7T8\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="eMERGE Guelph":MAILTO:Rasha@emergeguelph.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190219T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190219T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20190130T022300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190130T022300Z
UID:1578-1550602800-1550611800@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Vision for Clair-Maltby... West 5?
DESCRIPTION:A development in London\, Ontario\, is exceeding Guelph’s 2050 energy and sustainability goals today.  Could this be a vision for Clair Maltby and the Baker District? eMERGE wants to share this with you on February 19\, 2019. \nWest 5 is Ontario’s first Net Zero energy community integrated development that uses multi-use principles to create a walkable community that significantly reduces the impact of our daily lives on the environment.  What’s more\, these buildings cost significantly less to operate than conventional construction. In this integrated approach\, features from rain water harvesting and permeable surfaces to state of the art building envelopes that enable the community to be net zero energy with locally generated electricity.\nThe first net zero energy community in Ontario shows us that it can be done – today. \nGuelph is a critical juncture with two major developments in the city:\n1) Clair-Maltby with almost 1\,000 acres of land destined for development; and 2) Baker Street re-development that is expected to include a new library\, retail\, commercial and residential buildings. \nWe think that both of these developments should meet or exceed the standards that West 5 has set.\nA Vision for Clair-Maltby… West 5? \nWhen| on February 19\, 2019 at 7:00 PM \nWhere| 10C Shared Space\, 42 Carden St\, Guelph\, ON N1H 3A2 \nTickets: \n$10 – price includes HST and Eventbrite fees\n(seating is limited) \neMERGE wants these events to be accessible to all. If these costs are beyond your ability to pay; please contact Evan Ferrari ( evan@emergeguelph.ca ) directly for a complimentary ticket. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets: Vision for Clair-Maltby
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/vision-for-clare-maltby-west-5/
LOCATION:10C- Shared Space\, 42 Carden Steet  Guelph\, ON \, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 3A2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190126T210000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190126T223000
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CREATED:20190108T204003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190108T204003Z
UID:1562-1548536400-1548541800@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Bass Guitarist 2019- Climate Change Hero
DESCRIPTION:eMERGE  Guelph and Royal City Hero present: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBass guitarist\, Karen Farbridge\, is the 2019 Royal City Hero – Climate Change Edition. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhile Karen has played in several garage bands over the years\, unfortunately none of them enabled her to make her real mark on climate change. Instead she’s made a profound impact on people and communities around the country – without becoming a rock star.\nShe went from grass roots organizing with her early work at OPIRG\, to a PhD in Zoology and then became the first female Mayor in Guelph. All of that (with the exception of the guitar playing) enabled her to become an urban connector helping communities and governments across the country fight climate change in practical and achievable ways. \nJoin us – and our Making Box partners – as we put the fun into climate change with our 2019 Royal City Climate Change Hero: Dr. Karen Farbridge. \n\nRoyal City Hero\nKaren Farbridge\nThe Climate Change Edition\n9:00  pm – 10:30 pm Saturday January 26\, 2019\nThe Making Box\n43 Cork St E\, Guelph\, ON N1H 2W8 \n\n————– \nLast year with our good friends at the Making Box we hosted the first ever Climate Change Edition of Royal City Heroes. Back then we celebrated Guelph’s own Nobel prize winner for climate change Dr. Barry Smit. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n                                                  Karen Climate Change Comedy tickets here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt eMERGE we take fighting climate change very seriously. But we’re gonna have fun along the way. \nJoin us – and our Making Box partners – as we put the fun into climate change with our 2019 Climate Change Hero. \nThis improv comedy night is part of eMERGE – 100% Renewable Energy Guelph and the Making Box Royal City Heroes series.
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/bass-guitarist-2019-climate-change-hero/
LOCATION:The Making Box\, 43 Cork St E\,  Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 2W8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181026T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181027T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20180830T215938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180830T215938Z
UID:1441-1540569600-1540652400@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:eMERGE EV Show
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, eMERGE will once again be hosting the EV Show. Join us October 26th & 27th at the Old Quebec Street Shoppes in downtown Guelph. \nCheck out different electric car makes and models. Chat with EV owners and ask them about their own experiences buying\, driving\, and owning an electric car. On Saturday\, October 27\, come downtown and take a free test drive to see for yourself why an EV should be your next car. \nIf cars aren’t your speed\, come to the EV show to check out the latest in e-Bikes\, EV technologies\, and alternative transportation options that’ll get you moving through the streets of Guelph and beyond. \n  \neMERGE EV Show \nFriday\, October 26\, from 4 pm to 8 pm  \n&  \nSaturday\, October 27\, from 10 am to 3 pm \nOld Quebec Street Shoppes \n  \n  \nLet us know you’re coming – Register free on EventBrite HERE.
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/emerge-ev-show/
LOCATION:Old Quebec Street Shoppes\, 55 Wyndham St. N.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 7T8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180922T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180922T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20180814T204813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T171829Z
UID:1435-1537610400-1537628400@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:eMERGE Efficient Home Tour
DESCRIPTION:eMERGE is touring some of the most efficient homes you can find in Guelph – and you’re invited! \nSee how small behaviour changes and effective renovation planning resulted in low utility bills and using as little as one-third the energy of a typical new home in Guelph. \nThis year we’ve found three extraordinary examples: \n  \nThe Braendli Home – 17 Aberdeen St.\, Guelph \nThe Colvin Home – 49 Caledonia St.\, Guelph \nThe Tedesco Home – 8151 Wellington Road 124\, Guelph/Eramosa \n  \nLet us know you’re coming – Register free on Eventbrite HERE. \n  \nAnd join us by bike!\nMeet – 17 Aberdeen St.12:30 – 3:00pmSaturday September 22Map: https://goo.gl/GFFyFY
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/emerge-efficient-home-tour/
LOCATION:Various Locations\, Guelph\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180324T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180324T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20180112T003632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180112T003632Z
UID:1249-1521885600-1521903600@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:EcoMarket 2018
DESCRIPTION:The annual eMERGE EcoMarket is returning Saturday\, March 24! \nFree to the public\, the annual EcoMarket sees over 1\,800 people through the doors of downtown Guelph’s Old Quebec Street Shoppes\, welcoming families and residents looking to discover their path to energy savings and healthy living. \nFrom Heating and insulation to low flush toilets and electric cars\, the EcoMarket brings together the the options available for households looking to reduce their environmental impact and save money. \nAs part of the Resilience Festival the EcoMarket has once again paired up with the H2O Go Festival! Bring the entire family for fun\, games\, learning and go home with ideas and products to help your household live greener and cleaner.
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/ecomarket-2018/
LOCATION:Old Quebec Street Shoppes\, 55 Wyndham St. N.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 7T8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180322T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180322T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20180130T001154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180130T001154Z
UID:1266-1521745200-1521752400@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:A Mayor's Vision for 100% Renewable Energy
DESCRIPTION:7:00pm\, Thursday March 22\n10C – 42 Carden Street\nCan David Mayberry’s vision work in Guelph? He has an idea for Oxford County – achieve 100% Renewable Energy by 2050. Mayberry\, County Warden and Mayor of the Township of South West Oxford sees this as a big economic driver while benefiting the environment in a big way. \nAnd in 2015 Oxford County Council adopted this goal for all of its energy needs including: electricity\, heating\, cooling\, and transportation. Situated in Southern Ontario\, Oxford is composed of eight municipalities – including Woodstock – with a population just under Guelph. \nThe event will showcase Oxford County Mayor\, David Mayberry\, along with Vice President of Advanced Planning for Alectra\, Neetika Sathe. For its part\, Alectra Utilities will soon take the place of Guelph Hydro. As Guelph joins several other municipalities under Alectra’s umbrella\, the growing utility provider will be creating a new green energy and technology centre locally. \nRegister on EventBrite HERE\n$10 in advance\n$15 at the door
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/a-mayors-vision-for-100-renewable-energy/
LOCATION:10C\, 42 Carden Street\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180302T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180302T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20171103T173013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171103T173013Z
UID:1236-1520017200-1520024400@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Heating Homes with 3 TVs? Energy Smart Homes
DESCRIPTION:Heating a Home With 3 TVs? Energy Smart Homes\n7:00 pm Friday\, March 2\, 2018\nGuelph Youth Music Centre \nTickets $10 in advance and $15 at the door \nRegister on EventBrite HERE. \nHousehold energy use in Guelph is a significant contributor to climate change that costs us too much money. They way we build homes (and all buildings) has been a large part of the problem. Now there are energy smart homes that reduce operating costs and energy use by 80%. \nSpeakers Derek Satnik and Andrew Peel will detail how Net Zero and Passive House home designs can enable Guelph to become an energy leader and get us to 100% Renewable Energy by 2050. \nJoin eMERGE in discovering another way that we can get to 100% Renewable Energy in Guelph.
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/energy-smart-homes/
LOCATION:Guelph Youth Music Centre\, 75 Cardigan St.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 3Z7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171027T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171028T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20170831T204534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170831T204534Z
UID:1147-1509120000-1509202800@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:eMERGE Electric Car Show
DESCRIPTION:Join eMERGE in the Old Quebec Street Shoppes in downtown Guelph for all things Electric Vehicle (EV). Check out different makes and models on the market. Ask EV owners about their personal experiences buying and owning an electric car.\nFriday\, October 27 – 4pm to 8pm AND Saturday\, October 28 – 10am to 3pm\nOld Quebec Street Shoppes in Downtown Guelph\n55 Wyndham Street North\, Guelph\n\nFree test drives October 28th! Get behind the wheel and see for yourself why EVs are the future the future of driving!
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/emerge-electric-car-show/
LOCATION:Old Quebec Street Shoppes\, 55 Wyndham St. N.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 7T8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170923T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20170822T223900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170822T223900Z
UID:1140-1506164400-1506182400@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:eMERGE Efficient Homes Tour 2017
DESCRIPTION:The eMERGE Efficient Homes Tour is just around the corner! Visit Guelph’s most efficient homes and explore the unique projects and retrofits homeowners have done to make their home first-class in energy efficiency and conservation. \n“The Efficient Homes Tour is an opportunity for residents to share their energy achievements and passion for environmental sustainability with the city” said Steve Yessie\, eMERGE Home Tune-Up advisor. Homeowners use many techniques to improve the efficiency of their homes\, ranging from high tech solar photovoltaic systems and top of the line heating\, ventilation and air conditioning systems to more basic work\, such as adding insulation and reducing drafts. \nThis year we are pleased to announce that we will be showcasing: \nThe Maitland Home – 36 Freshmeadow Way \nThe Maitland home doesn’t boast fancy new electronic equipment. In fact their thermostat isn’t even programmable. But they do keep a keen eye on energy and water use. Opting for slippers and sweaters in the winter\, owners keep their house temperature setting slightly lower\, during the day\, dropping it at night and when away. \nIn summer laundry is hung out back. In winter\, laundry is hung in the basement. Seldom is the clothes dryer used\, eliminating the electricity associated with one of the biggest energy using appliances in a house! \nThese good habits extend to behaviours through the day. From showers\, to washing dishes\, to lighting\, owners use what’s needed to keep happy and comfortable at home. \nWhile behaviour has been a key component to household utility use\, this 1993\, two story home has seen a handful of modest changes to go along with a well-planned extension. While improving insulation in household walls can be an expensive yet satisfying retrofit\, when considering beefing up the walls during a household extension\, the marginal added cost is insignificant to the benefit received. \nThe 250 square foot extension was considered with care\, and a contractor who knew their stuff (Braden Homes). The addition included beefed up insulation in the surrounding walls and the addition of insulation in attic spaces. Insulation was included under the foundation for a noticeable difference on the feet between the new and old construction. Of course serious attention was also given to air sealing. \nThe McAuley Home/Office – 360 Woolwich Street \nThis large 3\,000 square foot home AND office uses 36% less energy per square foot than the typical Guelph residence. It also out-performs the latest energy star rated homes. Pretty impressive\, right? \nWhat makes this space so efficient is not fancy technology or brand new upgrades. Instead retrofits completed 30 years ago focused on sealing and insulation. The end result: a quiet\, comfortable office space\, with 30+ years of lower bills. That’s a lot of money saved! \nCheck out some of the homes featured in past years HERE.
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/emerge-efficient-homes-tour-2017/
LOCATION:ON
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170919T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170919T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20170907T182230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170907T182230Z
UID:1164-1505847600-1505854800@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Net Zero Energy in Community Halls and Places of Worship
DESCRIPTION:How a small community is seeing huge results in saving money\, energy and fighting climate change. \nEden Mills Community Hall \n7:00 pm Tuesday September\, 19\, 2017 \nEden Mills Community Hall \nEden Mills\, ON (12 kilometers east of Guelph) \n  \nThe Eden Mills Community Hall has undergone a renovation that has reduced their emissions by almost 80% and lowered energy use by more than 60%. And they’re not finished yet. This fall they are adding more exterior wall insulation that will further reduce costs and their impact on the environment. This year it will become a Net Zero Energy building. That is\, they have made their building so efficient that they can offset all of their energy needs by solar panels now installed on the roof. \nCommunity buildings like places of worship\, performance halls and meeting places\, provide a great opportunity for administrators to save money on energy\, reduce their impact on the environment and become examples for the broader society. \nEden Mills Community Hall has done just that. \nJoin eMERGE Guelph Sustainability and the Eden Mills community for an insider’s look at getting to Net Zero energy. \nThis is a free event\, however\, registration is necessary. Register HERE. \nA suggested donation of $10.00 at the door to help offset costs will be greatly appreciated \nThis is part of a series of events by eMERGE Guelph: \n100% Renewable Energy Guelph: building a roadmap to beat climate change
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/1164/
LOCATION:Eden Mills Community Hall\, 108 York St.\, Eden Mills\, Ontario\, n0b1p0\, Canada
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CREATED:20170510T000149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170510T000149Z
UID:899-1496084400-1496093400@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Guelph: 100% Renewable Energy - What Can we Learn from Oxford County?
DESCRIPTION: As Guelph considers becoming a 100% Renewable Energy City\, what can we learn from other communities that are already on their way? Join us for an exciting evening\, featuring a talk by Oxford County’s Renewable Energy Leader Jay Heaman. Heaman will discuss Oxford County’s commitment to creating a 100% Renewable Energy City\, and expand on how his community is tackling this challenging goal. The talk will be followed by a facilitated break out session\, where community brainstorming and discussion is highly encouraged! \nOn Jay Heaman:\nJay Heaman\, renewable energy maven and former Manager of Operations at Woodstock Hydro\, has been appointed Oxford County’s Manager of Strategic Initiatives. Heaman is a well known champion in the energy industry\, acting as a major motivator behind the County’s 100% Renewable Energy commitment. In his current position\, Jay is passionately leading the way on Oxford County’s renewable energy and zero waste goals. \nJoin Us\,\n7:00 pm Monday May 29\, 2017\nGuelph Youth Music Centre\n75 Cardigan St\, Guelph\,\nON N1H 3Z7 \nRegister HERE!
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/guelph-100-renewable-energy-what-can-we-learn-from-oxford-county/
LOCATION:Guelph Youth Music Centre\, 75 Cardigan St.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 3Z7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170325T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170325T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20170208T230355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170208T230355Z
UID:859-1490436000-1490454000@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Join us at the eMERGE EcoMarket 2017!
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars and set your alarm clocks. The eMERGE EcoMarket is coming back. \n  \nSaturday\, March 25th\, 2017\, the eMERGE EcoMarket will once again fill the Old Quebec Street Mall with all things green. The 10th anniversary of the sustainability expo will showcase green products and services – from low flush toilets to electric cars. \nPlanning home renovations? Looking to reduce utility bills? Interested in reducing your environmental impact? \nThe EcoMarket will be sure to arm visitors with the strategies\, tips and products that will wet their sustainability appetite. \nDiscover your path to energy savings and healthy living! \nCheck out all the details at EcoMarketGuelph.com  \n  \nInterested in becoming a sponsor or showcasing your product at the EcoMarket? Contact Steve Yessie – steve@emergeguelph.ca
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/join-us-at-the-emerge-ecomarket-2017/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160910T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160910T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20160824T194216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160824T194216Z
UID:780-1473505200-1473523200@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Green Energy Doors Open - Guelph - Saturday\, Sept. 10\, 2016
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss your opportunity to check out some of the most energy efficient houses in Guelph. From a house built in 1863 to a newly built Net Zero home\, see how Guelph homeowners have renovated their homes to slash their utility bills and their environmental footprint. \nFor more information check out Green Energy Door Open.
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/green-energy-doors-open-guelph-saturday-sept-10-2016/
LOCATION:ON
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160319T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160319T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20160208T205109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160208T205109Z
UID:668-1458381600-1458399600@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:eMERGE EcoMarket 2016!
DESCRIPTION:The eMERGE EcoMarket is back and once again teaming up with the H2O Go Festival. Come join the fun Saturday\, March 19th from 10am to 3pm at the Old Quebec Street Mall. \nCome see exhibitors showcasing green ideas\, products\, services and technologies that will help you save money and reduce your impact! Learn about water through interactive displays and activities. \nThere will be free workshops\, children’s activities\, live music\, door prizes and local craft beer tastings. \nThis event is free to the public! \nFun for the whole family!
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/emerge-ecomarket-2016/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150718T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150719T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20150312T220827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150312T220827Z
UID:5760-1437210000-1437307200@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Transition Streets Facilitator Training
DESCRIPTION:Transition Streets brings neighbours together to get better acquainted\, while learning collaboratively how to save money\, reduce environmental footprints\, and empower neighbours to work together to create positive and long term environmental and social change. Each neighbourhood group that registers is provided with a trained facilitator who will help them along their journey – We hope this can be you! Help lead meetings\, guide the group through activities\, support them in making decisions and act as a conduit to the resources eMERGE Guelph can provide. \nTraining is provided and mandatory (1.5 days\, 9-4pm & 9-12pm). Facilitation experience is an asset\, but not required. Click here to download a detailed role description.
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/transition-streets-facilitator-training-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150716T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150716T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T225536
CREATED:20150312T230952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150312T230952Z
UID:452-1437066000-1437071400@emergeguelph.ca
SUMMARY:Transition Streets Host Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to connect with the neighbours around you? Do you envision a community that is based on connectedness and working together? Perhaps you want rain barrels\, trees on your street\, backyard chickens or a vegetable garden\, more walkable neighbourhoods where your kids are safe to play\, safe bike routes around the city? Maybe you have no idea how to go about creating a resilient community\, but you want to take action? \nIf this rings true\, then Transition Streets is for you! Please join us for an informal\, informative evening to learn how to begin a Transition Street of your own and become better connected with your community. Past and present participants will give a first hand commentary on their experience and answer any questions you may have. \nRSVP via this form.
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/transition-streets-host-orientation-4/
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