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This directory includes current climate action and justice organizations and groups in Nogojiwanong | Peterborough who have opportunities for youth to get involved.
Alderville Black Oak Savanna
Alderville Black Oak Savanna
Purpose
1. Preserve, restore, and expand these rare grassland habitats
2. Educate and extend related environmental information
3. Provide a high-quality and diverse research site
The Black Oak Savanna site supports two types of globally rare grasslands: Tallgrass Prairie and Black Oak Savanna. Similar to forests and wetlands, tallgrass ecosystems are highly effective carbon sinks. Carbon sinks are natural areas that absorb large amounts of carbon (CO2) from the atmosphere and store it through a process known as carbon sequestration. The Black Oak Savanna site alone has an approximate carbon sequestering power of 91.8 metric tons of CO2 per year. Unlike forests, grassland ecosystems store carbon underground in their extensive root systems. When grasslands inevitably burn (through wildfire or controlled burning), the carbon remains safely stored below ground. Beyond carbon sequestration, grassland ecosystems support a vast number of rare and at-risk plant and animal species. Local biologist, Elder, and artist, Rick Beaver was instrumental in the preservation, conservation and restoration of what we now know as the Alderville Black Oak Savanna. The site is now the largest intact tract of native grassland habitat left within the Rice Lake Plains and Eastern Ontario and plays a key role in the future restoration of this unique eco-region by acting as a pristine source for native plants and seed.
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Ashburnham Memorial Park Stewardship Group
Ashburnham Memorial Park Stewardship Group
Purpose
The Ashburnham Memorial Stewardship Group (AMSG), was founded in June 2021 in order to advocate for positive changes to Ashburnham Memorial Park (AMP), known locally as “Armour Hill”. It is hoped that these changes will increase Stewardship and respect for the Historical and Environmental aspects of this Park (bird watching, hiking, astronomy, War Memorial Ceremonies, school visits, tourism etc) while decreasing the known negative behaviours that occur on the hill (speeding, reckless driving, breaking bottles, garbage dumping, illegal fireworks, etc.). AMSG is comprised of citizen volunteers who meet monthly to discuss issues and ideas for AMP and to liaise with City Councillors representing Ashburnham Ward on City Council. To date, the Arenas, Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee, the Museum and Archives Advisory Committee and the Police Services Board have been very receptive to this information and to working with the AMSG towards positive change within Ashburnham Memorial Park.
Contact
ashburhamstewardship@gmail.com
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Buckhorn Community Centre
Buckhorn Community Centre
Purpose
The Buckhorn Community Centre & Athletic Association is committed to offering a wide variety of activities, events and programs to meet the recreational and social and cultural needs of the Community. In order to build a vibrant and sustainable Centre, the foundation of the Community's success, is the continued dedication of Volunteers. The Buckhorn Community Centre would like to highlight its completed Climate Action Projects, including the Solar Array Project and a completely LED Lighting Project. The BCC is looking for an Ambassador candidate to spearhead any future climate-related projects and coordinate with the Peterborough and Kawarthas Climate Hub.
Contact
generalmgr@buckhorncommunitycentre.com (General Manager)
facilitymgr@buckhorncommunitycentre.com (Program Coordinator)
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Camp Kawartha
Camp Kawartha
Purpose
We are an accredited, award-winning, not-for-profit organization that is dedicated to the promotion of the highest standard of programming, Established in 1921, Camp Kawartha has expanded into a year-round facility, offering day and overnight summer camps for children ages 4-17, curriculum-linked outdoor and environmental education programs for students in grades K to 12, and facility rentals for meetings, workshops, group retreats, and conferences. Camp Kawartha also offers workshops on environmental education, and sustainable living and is working with the entire community to foster stewardship at each stage of a child’s development.
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Canadian Wildlife Federation
Canadian Wildlife Federation
Purpose
As Canada's largest conservation organization, The Canadian Wildlife Federation strives to conserve and inspire the conservation of Canada’s wildlife and habitats for the use and enjoyment of all.
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As part of CWF's strategic theme to connect Canadians with nature, CWF offers 3 experiential learning programs for youth aged 15-30 that aim to inspire participants to develop their passion for conservation, awareness of their natural environment, and a deeper appreciation for service to their community. These free, low-barrier programs are open to all Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or persons granted refugee status.
WILD Outside
WILD Outside is a national conservation-based community service and leadership program designed for youth ages 15 to 18. The goal is to help young people develop a deeper connection with nature through outdoor adventure and educational experiences. Participants help deliver conservation service projects in their community and deepen their relationship with nature through fun activities like kayaking, rock climbing, and hiking.
This is a no-cost program, open to youth of all ability levels and outdoor experience. Participants are encouraged to earn 120 hours of volunteer service with recognition for milestones achieved on this journey. Hours spent in the program can also be used towards volunteer hours required for school.
You can sign up now at www.wildoutside.com or contact your Peterborough Youth Leadership Specialist Morgan (morgant@cwf-fcf.org) if you have any questions!
Canadian Conservation Corps
Here is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience Canada in a unique way while having a real impact on conservation. The Canadian Conservation Corps (CCC) connects youth ages 18 to 30 to field placements with conservation partners across the country, along with leadership skills training and adventure travel opportunities designed to inspire and challenge your personal development. You’ll then develop your own idea into a meaningful service project in your home community. It’s a service-learning journey that leaves you with new skills, experience in conservation, and new perspectives on the importance of volunteer service. Are you ready for what could be the greatest adventure of your life? Change your life. Change the world. Apply today at https://cwf-fcf.org/en/explore/conservation-corps/.
Canadian Conservation Corps Flex
CCC Flex program is the new flexible stream of the Canadian Conservation Corps that empowers participants to become conservation leaders in their communities while having fun and making connections. This program is a part- time program with all programming being day-events with no overnight or multi-day events. The program is open to everyone between the ages of 18-30, regardless of physical, economic, or other barriers that encourages young people of all ability levels and outdoor experience to join.
The CCC Flex program is run by participants for participants which means there are two ways to participate. If you are looking for an easy but meaningful way to give back to your community and connect with nature, join the CCC Flex as a Community Conservation Steward and attend local events to earn service hours. For those wanting to make an even greater impact, join the program as a Community Conservation Champion and serve as a local leader to help plan and lead events for the group – with the support of CWF staff and resources. All event supplies and costs are covered by CWF. For more information about this new program visit us at https://cwf-fcf.org/en/explore/conservation-corps/ or reach out to us at cccflex@cwf-fcf.org.
Community Voices for Manoomin
Community Voices for Manoomin
Purpose
Community Voices for Manoomin (CVFM) is a group of settlers, Indigenous people and community organizations who came together in 2018 to support Indigenous rights to tend, harvest and sustainably use manoomin (wild rice) in the Kawartha region. CVFM built on the earlier education and ally work of organizations such as Truth and Reconciliation Community Bobcaygeon, the Wild Rice Revitalization Network, and programs at Trent University, among others.
As a community group, we continue to learn about the history and ecological, economic, cultural, and spiritual significance of Manoomin, as well as the Indigenous rights and practices associated with this sacred plant. We are also helping to share this knowledge with other communities in our region. In doing so, we are finding that many residents are interested in learning more, and are finding ways to support Indigenous rights and uphold respectful Treaty responsibilities in this territory of the Michi Saagiig Nishinaabeg, the Williams Treaty and Treaty 20.
communityvoicesformanoomin@gmail.com
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Council of Canadians
Council of Canadians
Purpose
We advocate for a society built on democracy, justice and care for each other. We believe we can learn from the perspectives and struggles of others as we work together for a more just world. The Council of Canadians believes we all do better when: We expand and improve our public services and social programs. We ensure access to clean water is a human right and stop water privatization. Our governments work for people and not for corporations or the wealthiest 1%. Everyone lives with dignity and respect, and systems of oppression such as racism and colonization are dismantled. Supports the national CoC agenda of Trade, Water, Health Care, Energy and Climate, and Democracy Supports local letter-writing campaigns on the above issues, especially with a local emphasis Makes regular presentations to City Council Liaises with local groups working on these issues.
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Curve Lake First Nation
Curve Lake First Nation
Purpose
Curve Lake First Nation people are the Michi Saagig or Mississaugas of the great Anishinaabe (uhnishi-nahbe) nation. The name Anishinaabe is derived from an-ish-aw, meaning “without cause” or “spontaneous”, and the word in-au-a-we-se, meaning “human-body”. This translates to mean “spontaneous man”. The Anishinaabe did not have a written alphabet, but they did have a set of picture symbols or pictographs which were used to educate through stories. Traditional teachings have taught us that before contact we shared the land with the Odawa and Huron nations. We are the traditional people of the North shore of Lake Ontario and its tributaries; this has been Mississauga territory since time immemorial.
705-657-8045
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Diverse Nature Collective
Diverse Nature Collective
Purpose
DNC was created to build a supportive community of conservation-minded individuals. We envision a place for BIPOC individuals to collectivize, connect, and empower one another while BIPOC voices lead conversations, initiatives, and research.
diversenaturecollective@gmail.com
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Ecojustice
Ecojustice
Purpose
Ecojustice acts on the simple idea that effective laws can protect the planet and hold those in power to account. As Canada’s largest environmental law charity, we help people like you take governments and polluters to court; expose illegal practices; and shape new laws to meet the urgency of the climate and ecological crises. For more than 30 years, Ecojustice lawyers have represented Indigenous communities, grassroots activists, and everyday Canadians — free of charge. When we win in court, it’s more than just a headline. It’s a win for nature and it’s a win for communities standing up to corporate giants. Named one of Charity Intelligence’s Top 100 charities in 2021, Ecojustice is proud to be 100 per cent donor-funded and powered by a growing community nearly 200,000 supporters strong.
careers@ecojustice.ca (Career and Volunteer Inquiries)
communications@ecojustice.ca (General)
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Environmental Defence
Environmental Defence
Purpose
Our mission as a leading Canadian environmental advocacy organization is to work with government, industry and individuals to defend clean water, a safe climate and healthy communities.
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Food Not Bombs Peterborough
Food Not Bombs Peterborough
Purpose
Food Not Bombs collects surplus food that would otherwise go to waste from farmers, gardeners, grocers, bulk stores, bakers and kind folk cleaning out their pantries.
We also garden, we glean, we wildcraft and we work to connect people with skills and opportunities needed to take direct action to empower greater food security.
info@foodnotbombspeterborough.org
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For Our Grandchildren (4RG)
For Our Grandchildren (4RG)
Purpose
For Our Grandchildren’s mission is to engage and mobilize our community to take effective action to combat climate change. In relentless pursuit of this mission, we will advocate/enlist support from our local governments and collaborate effectively with like-minded community organizations.
Educates and motivates people for action on climate change.
Develops and distributes pamphlets on climate change, including at events such as the Purple Onion Festival.
Organizes all-candidate meetings on climate change (CC) at election times.
Organizes letter-writing nights for politicians.
Organizes public lectures on CC.
Partners with other local organizations for CC rallies.
Presented on CC to County Council and the City planners for the new Official Plan.
contactus@forourgrandchildren.ca
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GreenUp Peterborough
GreenUp Peterborough
Purpose
GreenUP is an environmental NGO working to advance community-based climate action in the Peterborough Region. GreenUP is leading vital climate mitigation programs focused on measurably decreasing operational emissions from households and businesses, as well as from transportation. Key mitigation initiatives include Residential Energy Conservation Programs, the Green Economy Hub Peterborough, and Peterborough Moves. GreenUP also leads adaptation programs that increase our community’s resilience to the impacts of climate change. Key adaptation initiatives include the Sustainable Urban Neighbourhoods Program, NeighbourPLAN, the Vibrancy Project, and DePave Paradise. In addition to direct mitigation and adaption initiatives, GreenUP offers a breadth of climate education programs – both in-schools and at GreenUP Ecology Park – that engage thousands of children each year in hands-on learning and skill development.
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Kawartha Land Trust
Kawartha Land Trust
Purpose
Since 2001, Kawartha Land Trust (KLT) has been dedicated to conserving the natural environment and enhancing quality of life in the Kawarthas. Our mission is to help people protect the land they love in the Kawarthas, and care for the lands entrusted to us. We do this by securing privately-held ecologically important lands, and interest in land to ensure the vision of a Kawartha region characterized by natural spaces and connections that support healthy ecosystems. Land protection is one of four key nature-based climate solutions and we are the only NGO charity actively working to protect land in the Kawarthas.
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Kawartha World Issues Centre
Kawartha World Issues Centre
Purpose
KWIC is a charitable organization that connects global issues to local initiatives. We create opportunities that can change how people understand the world and foster equitable and sustainable communities. We make change happen through three key program areas: Community Education, Youth & School Programs, and Umbrella Support for Small and Emerging Projects. We are regularly looking for volunteers and provide opportunities for youth leadership, empowerment and programming.
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An inclusive, creative space that connects youth to a place of belonging and opportunities to explore solutions to complex issues impacting their lives and future.
The Centre is nestled within the Trent School of the Environment, in ESC B101 at Trent University, East Bank. We are open Monday to Friday from 7am - 7 pm for students and community members. Join us for a quiet workspace, engaging workshops, or book the space for your group's meeting! For more information, email resources@kwic.info.
Nourish Project
Nourish Project
Purpose
Provides innovative programs dedicated to eating, cooking, growing, and advocating for good food. Provides workshops on food growing, preparation and preserving. Liaises with other like-minded groups for various related events.
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OPIRG Peterborough
OPIRG Peterborough
Purpose
Pursuing social justice and environmental activism on the Trent campus and the Peterborough community. Organizes various Trent and community events related to the above goals, such as community workshops on affordable housing, and correcting capitalism. Provides training in consensus-based decision-making, and an anti-oppression workshop. Liaises with other like-minded groups for various related events.
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Pathway to Stewardship and Kinship
Pathway to Stewardship and Kinship
Purpose
Pathway to Stewardship and Kinship promotes and supports healthy childhood development, community connection and environmental stewardship through building an early and ongoing relationship with nature.
At the heart of Pathway is a vision of local culture where citizens feel connected to and care for each other, their community, and the beautiful Kawarthas region, of which they are a part.
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Peterborough Alliance for Climate Action
Peterborough Alliance for Climate Action
Purpose
Organizes demonstrations and events to inspire awareness and action on climate change.
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Peterborough Community Medicine Garden
Peterborough Community Medicine Garden
Purpose
A place where community members can learn about the practical uses & healing properties of plants.
Contact
ptbocommunitymedicine@gmail.com
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Peterborough Field Naturalists
Peterborough Field Naturalists
Purpose
To know, appreciate, and conserve nature in all its forms. Meets monthly at the Camp Kawartha Environment Center at Trent University. Sometimes liaises with other like-minded groups for various related events.
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Peterborough Regional Farmers Market
Peterborough Regional Farmers Market
Purpose
To provide a venue for local primary producers within the Peterborough region to sell their products.
To maintain the integrity of the Peterborough Regional Farmers' Market as a true “farmers' market” by ensuring that the majority of vendors are local primary producers who sell what they grow or raise.
To provide space for local community groups to promote their causes and programs.
To strengthen the connections between local food, farmers, and the consumer through direct contact via market days and sales and education.
To promote a festive and vibrant community experience by inviting local food vendors and artisans into the market to showcase the value-added production of local food and artisanship of local craft makers within the region.
To build relationships with the City, rural counties, and the community, and to promote the economic, social and cultural value of agriculture within the region.
Info@ptboregionalfarmersmarket.com
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Peterborough Youth Empowerment
Peterborough Youth Empowerment
Purpose
Peterborough Youth Empowerment (PYE) was founded in 2017 by Sneha Wadhwani and Douglas Koehler, two high school students in Peterborough, Ontario. It is our mission to encourage youth advocacy and increase awareness of youth opportunities in the community through social media and events.
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Sacred Water Circle
Sacred Water Circle
Purpose
Sacred Water Circle was brought together in 2011 by a call to action by indigenous and non-Indigenous leaders for all people of faith who share a common vision and belief that water is sacred to come together to protect the water.
sacredwatercirclecontact@gmail.com
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Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems Society
Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems Society
Purpose
The SAFS Society is founded on the concept of food sovereignty. We believe farmers can feed our growing population while sustaining and regenerating the ecological resource base and succeeding economically. We believe in truly democratic and equitable food systems, locally, regionally and globally, maintaining that quality, healthful and culturally appropriate food is a basic human right. Our mission is to create a community for Trent students to share, experience, and learn, deepening their sustainable food understanding.
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Sustainable Peterborough
Sustainable Peterborough
Purpose
Is a community-based, regional partnership comprised of community groups, residents, businesses, local governments and First Nations, to ensure a sustainable future, balancing prosperity, well-being and nature. Developed the Climate Change Action Plans for reducing greenhouse gases for the City, County, townships and First Nations.
info@sustainablepeterborough.ca
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Sustainable Trent
Sustainable Trent
Purpose
Sustainable Trent is an inclusive, volunteer-run student group at Trent University that advocates and takes action for sustainability, Indigenous rights, and environmental justice.
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The Land Between
The Land Between
Purpose
Our overall mandate is to be a voice for those without (animals and future generations) and to instill a sense of place and therefore care for nature, through connecting people with nature. We do this by researching (both ITK and western science), by community science and volunteer programs, through education (for kids mainly), and through collaborative conservation (such as shoreland and pollinator native garden plantings).
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The Seasoned Spoon Cafe
The Seasoned Spoon Cafe
Purpose
The Seasoned Spoon is a non-profit, vegetarian, cooperative café located in Champlain College at Trent University. The café is committed to serving locally, and whenever possible, organically sourced food at affordable prices. Our food sourcing principles prioritize the cultivation of meaningful relationships with local producers to support a sustainable regional agricultural system. We are proud of our strong community linkages with local producers, businesses, and community organizations. The Spoon cooperative has over 500 members, consisting of Trent students, staff, and local community members.
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TRACKS Youth Program
TRACKS Youth Program
Purpose
TRACKS (TRent Aboriginal Cultural Knowledge and Science) Youth Program facilitates dynamic, land-based youth programming that braids multiple scientific approaches by centring Indigenous ways of knowing and being.
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Trent Lands and Nature Areas
Trent Lands and Nature Areas
Purpose
The Trent Symons Campus Lands is a precious asset, rich in natural and cultural heritage, vital to the resilience of Trent and our communities. Our vision, through the approved Trent Lands and Nature Areas Plan, is to create an inspiring, sustainable, and complete community to learn, live, innovate, and be active. In our care for and use of the land, Trent continues to demonstrate leadership in environmental education and stewardship, respect for Indigenous Traditional Knowledge, and thoughtful integration of the natural and built environment.
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Trent OXFAM
Trent OXFAM
Purpose
A student-led group advocating for action on food security, climate change and gender justice. Our focus is on making local connections to the global issues of inequality that surround food, gender and climate. We meet once a week and are currently working on a number of initiatives to bring these issues into community conversations.
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Trent Vegetable Gardens
Trent Vegetable Gardens
Purpose
The Trent Vegetable Gardens (TVG) is a levy group of Trent University focused on providing agricultural education opportunities to Trent students and Nogojiwanong-Peterborough community members. We operate two gardens on the Trent Campus, The Rooftop Garden located on the Environmental Science Complex and The Field Garden located northeast of the DNA building. The Gardens are organic and low-till and borrow principles from intensive farming, permaculture systems and Indigenous agricultural methods. The TVG aims to provide the space, tools, and instruction necessary for individuals to grow their own food and works to provide Trent University students with relevant, immersive experiential learning opportunities. We believe that growing food can be a transformative experience, one that connects us to the land, our ecosystems, and our communities. By engaging students and community members in experiential learning and knowledge creation we participate in food sovereignty.
trentvegetablegardens@gmail.com
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Turtle Guardians
Turtle Guardians
Purpose
Turtle Guardians are future leaders. They help to monitor and conserve turtles and turtle habitats. They help to report turtle sightings which helps biologists understand population dynamics, threats, and needs. They help to increase the survival of turtles and turtle eggs through stewardship actions. They help conduct turtle tunnel assessments, road surveys, monitor wetlands, and more! Turtle Guardians have access to training, workshops, presentations, online resources- and also custom curriculum delivered through Ontario schools.
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Youth Climate Action Club
Youth Climate Action Club
Purpose
We are a group of youth raising awareness about climate change and making a difference in saving the world. Based in Nogojiwanong/Peterborough.
Contact
youthclimateactionclub@gmail.com
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Youth Leadership in Sustainability
Youth Leadership in Sustainability
Purpose
Youth Leadership in Sustainability (YLS) is an innovative experiential learning program based in Peterborough, Ontario that prepares grade 11 and 12 students for leadership roles in sustainability initiatives at the local and global levels. The one-semester program launched in September 2018 and is open to students from any KPR, PVNC, private or home school, provided they can get themselves to Trent University and PACE @ PCVS on school days.
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