Community Climate Hub

Climate Action Richmond Hill

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 07:28:54 -0800

Climate Action Richmond Hill (CARH) is the merger of three dedicated climate groups - Targeting Climate Change, Drawdown Richmond Hill and Neighbours for the Planet.

COW BAY (Port Morien)

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 07:14:19 -0800

Vision

Our vision is a healthy, peaceful, and sustainable Morien Bay community where residents can live free from harmful industrial impacts. We envision a future in which government, industry, and citizens work together to protect the environment, uphold community well-being, and ensure that economic development supports both people and the environment for generations to come.

Mission

The Cow Bay Environmental Coalition is a non-partisan community group in the Morien Bay area of Cape Breton (formerly known as Cow Bay), dedicated to protecting the health, well-being, and environment of local residents. Through advocacy, education, and community engagement, we raise awareness about the environmental and health impacts of the Donkin Coal Mine and work toward sustainable, people-centered solutions.

Mission and vision

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:49:08 -0800

FREDERICTON

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:46:18 -0800

Hub Declaration

The advancement of climate action through education and mobilization in the Greater Fredericton Region, empowering members of our community to become environmentally conscious residents who contribute to a resilient, equitable, and livable city for all.

NEW WESTMINISTER

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:55:11 -0800

The purpose of the New Westminster Climate Action Hub is to advance solutions that reflect the urgency of the climate emergency through advocacy, education, local initiatives and collaboration with other organizations

Learn more about the New Westminister Climate Action Hub on their website here:
https://www.newwestclimateaction.ca/

If you want to get involved with the New Westminister Climate Action Hub, contact them here: newwestclimateactionhub@gmail.com

How to Start a Climate Justice Movement on Campus with No Money, No Institutional Support, and No Core Organizing Group (Spoiler Alert: It’s Possible!)

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 12:36:11 -0800

In January, I started my last work term as a final year Environment and Business student at the University of Waterloo (UW). I’ve been doing climate justice organising work on the side since 2019 when I started my undergrad. Since then, I’ve worked with a variety of organizations, including youth-led nonprofits, political parties, and governmental and educational institutions. I’ve planned marches, attended protests, and hosted workshops. I’ve also been a Regional Organizer with Climate Reality Canada since Spring 2022. Organizing work has given me energy and a sense of purpose, far removed from the drudgery of school or jobs.

But there I was again, back to an office routine where I clocked in at 9 am and out at 5 pm. I was working at the UW Sustainability Office as their Outreach and Communications Assistant. I worked alongside a fellow Environment student, Celine, who grew up in South Africa and did lots of organising around climate justice and Black liberation. It was a fantastic job, and I had a blast working on their engagement portfolio, but I couldn’t shake the nagging feeling that I wasn’t doing enough. I began to feel that old itch to go back out and do work on the ground.

A Lack of Infrastructure for Campus Organizing

It’s customary for Sustainability Office interns to take on a side project throughout their work term. Some other co-op students started podcasts or green teams at their university college. I remember one fateful day in February when Celine and I were brainstorming side projects to take on. We were exploring initiatives related to food insecurity and green careers. We also debated whether to tackle the issue of eco-anxiety on campus. However, all of our discussions led back to the same, central problem: there was such a lack of infrastructure to support activism on campus, and that contributed to a significant vacuum in student advocacy...Read More

NIAGARA

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 08:16:25 -0800

Biodiversity and Climate Action Niagara (BCAN) is a collective of Niagara's citizen-led organizations, environmental groups and nature clubs dedicated to advocating for policies and practices at all levels of government that protect biodiversity and prevent environmental harm.

Biodiversity and Climate Action Niagara’s Hub’s Declaration of Emergency

WHEREAS there is scientific consensus that climate change is occurring more rapidly, that the GHG emissions we emit, will create dire consequences to the social, economic, and environmental sectors if GHG emissions are left unchecked;

WHEREAS climate change is an emergency and the single largest threat to municipalities around the world and urgent climate action is needed;

WHEREAS declarations of climate emergency and agreements have been by more than 300 Canadian municipalities who are working in solidarity to address GHG emissions and climate change;

WHEREAS climate change is contributing to billions of dollars in property and infrastructure damage from extreme weather events such as floods, storms, forest fires and increased freeze-thaw cycles destroying roads and stressing local economies;

WHEREAS climate change threatens the health of people, animals, and natural environments;

WHEREAS Niagara Region is an international border crossing that connects two Great Lakes and is known for its microclimate and specialty croplands, its rare Carolinian ecosystem and it continuing history of being a great source of clean energy generation for the Ontario;

WHEREAS climate action and the low-carbon transition represents a massive opportunity for economic stimulation and job opportunities in...Read More

Saskatoon Climate Hub and their advocacy journey

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 10:34:06 -0800

The Saskatoon Climate Hub has had an impressive year. After re-launching this January, the Hub has grown to have regular meetings, hosted events, collaborated with local organizations, and has been involved in a number of advocacy events on local council affairs.

Many Hubs advocate for their local councils to act on climate. Local advocacy can take many forms: protests, meetings with councillors, phone calls, letter writing, and more. However, it is easier said than done and starting from scratch can be daunting. Learning the best ways to engage your neighbours and then training them on how to participate in local advocacy takes time, skills, and experience.

We spoke to one of the Hub’s lead members, Jory Vermette, on the Hub’s recent letter writing campaign and the importance of following what’s happening on climate at the local level.

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What made you start paying attention to your local council and the decisions they make?

Fundamentally it comes down to what change can be made that are material and tangible, changes that can have an effective and direct impact as possible. Saskatoon had a unique situation where the city is currently looking at their multi-year (2 year) budget and austerity and cuts were on the agenda. We felt a need to intervene and protect our climate funding and directly reach out to council via Zoom meetings, letter campaigns and speaking directly at budget discussions, so as to at least make our voices heard. To show and represent that climate change is the number one issue that should be at the top of municipalities...Read More

SCARBOROUGH

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 10:06:54 -0800

Scarborough Environmental Association is an environmental advocacy organization that believes in advocacy through community service and community building. We host events with an environmental lens that engage the community and tie into a broader environmental goal. Whether it’s bike repairs to bring together local riders and then organizing for bike lanes or running free pollinator plant giveaways and then organizing around invasive plant management, we run a wide range of events and advocate for a broad range of issues.

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Say hello to your friendly neighbourhood Scarberians who are here to attempt to make Scarborough better for you, your kids and your dogs.

Examining Climate Hubs: Connecting the Dots for a Sustainable Future

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 06:55:25 -0700

Climate change is a global challenge that demands collaborative action. In this pursuit, the concept of "hubs" takes on a transformative meaning as a connecting force in the journey toward a sustainable future. Climate Reality Project Canada's Community Climate Hubs (CCH) are vital spaces that unite individuals, communities, organizations, and resources to combat climate change. They foster dialogue, education, and collaborative action, empowering people to become effective climate advocates and leaders.

These Hubs provide a platform for learning, networking, and grassroots initiatives, catalyzing positive change for a sustainable future. A Hub is a central point that links various elements, facilitating collaboration, communication, and coordination. It serves as a nexus for information, resources, ideas, and efforts, fostering synergy and collective progress.

Bridging Communities and Inspiring Climate...Read More