What we’re about
Cambridge City Green is a small group of volunteers that leverage dozens of other groups and thousands of individuals in Cambridge, Ontario to "be the change they want to see in the world." CCG is composed of volunteers who develop, host, and support community environmental projects like tree planting through the Cambridge Stewardship project, litter clean ups through the Community Clean Up Day, and an annual event (workshops, movie nights, etc.). CCG has been around since 1993 and is an action-oriented subcommittee of the Cambridge Environmental Advisory Committee of Council. Cambridge City Green initiated the Cambridge Stewardship project in 2007 with seven founding partners and one planting site. In the past 9 years (2007-2015), over 75+ groups and 3,000+ volunteers have planted over 10,000 indigenous trees, shrubs, and wildflowers at 23 sites during 81 planting events across Cambridge. Every year 3000-5000 individual volunteers and 50+ groups help take care of litter through the Cambridge Community Clean Up. Each year we plan an annual event, invite keynote speakers and local organizations doing interesting things, with an objective of positive change (rather than sitting around and complaining and blaming) and what YOU can do tommorrow. If you want to join Cambridge City Green in planning community projects, or starting new ones, or just want to participate in one of the events let us know.
Upcoming events (3)
See all- ClimateActionWR Low Carbon Exhibitionevolv1, Waterloo, ON
ClimateActionWR Low Carbon Exhibition
Please register at the Eventbrite link
Join us at our free Low-Carbon Exhibition on Wednesday October 16th from 3pm - 7pm! This event is an opportunity to explore the Evolv1 space and drive demonstration vehicles and equipment, talk to expert vendors and workshops to learn more about low-carbon technologies to reduce your business and home emissions.
Demos include:- Home Depot → electric tools and equipment
- Plug & Drive → learn about electric vehicles
- Test ride an e-bike and e-cargo bike!
- Learn more about heat pumps, solar and EnerGuide Home Evaluations
And more!
We will also be hosting workshops in the Evolv1 building:- 3:30 - 4:00 pm: Low-carbon considerations for businesses - A conversation with SWR & Enova
- 5:15 - 5:45 pm: Which EV is right for me? A presentation from Plug n' Drive
- 6:15 - 6:45 pm: The Journey to a Net-Zero Home - A discussion with Reep & net-zero homeowners
We encourage the use of public transit, biking or carpooling to our event. Evolv1 is conveniently located next to the Research & Technology Ion Stop, and we will have a bike valet if you ride to the event.
If you do take public transit, bike, carpool or walk to the event, come and let us know at our ClimateActionWR booth and you will be entered to win a sustainable raffle prize pack!
- Churchill Park Tree Planting EventDuncan McIntosh Community Centre, Cambridge, ON
Churchill Park Tree Planting Event
Community tree planting and naturalization in Churchill Park in Cambridge!PLEASE LET US KNOW YOU'RE COMING BY reserving your spot AT THIS EVENTBRITE LINK
Join us as we contribute to Cambridge's urban forest at Churchill Park!
In partnership with the City of Cambridge, we are hosting a family-friendly Community Planting Event. Come to learn about how this naturalization project aims to improve tree canopy and wildlife habitat in and around Churchill Park. You can also get your hands dirty as we work together as a community to plant native trees and shrubs that support pollinators who visit the park for food and shelter!
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact trees@reepgreen.ca.Parking is available at Duncan McIntosh Arena.
- Butterflies on the Brink - The Story of the Mottled DuskywingPrincess Twin Cinema, Waterloo, ON
Butterflies on the Brink - The Story of the Mottled Duskywing
Princess Twin Cinema, 46 King St. N., Waterloo
Cast and crew in attendance!more info at this link: https://www.princesscinemas.com/movie/butterflies-on-the-brink
Two showings - Saturday October 19 at 4:45 pm and Wednesday October 27 at 7pm
Butterflies on the Brink is the gripping tale of a rare butterfly species' fight for survival on the edge of extinction. The Mottled Duskywing butterfly, found only in a handful of habitats in Ontario, is vanishing at an alarming rate. Witness the inspiring efforts of a dedicated recovery team as they work tirelessly to bring this species back to its former range. Through painstaking research and groundwork, they are determined to reintroduce these butterflies and, in doing so, accomplish a momentous achievement in butterfly conservation in Canada. However, their ultimate triumph depends not only on their own efforts but also on the butterflies' ability to withstand the ever-changing climate, invasive species, environmental degradation, and unforeseen challenges that lie ahead.
For three years, Pinegrove Productions closely followed biologist Jessica Linton and her recovery team. They documented their endeavours in the field and inside the Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory lab, where the team strived to raise thousands of Duskywings. Their ultimate goal? To successfully reintroduce this critically endangered species back into its natural habitat.
The resulting documentary is a captivating tale of triumphs, setbacks, and the unwavering dedication of a group determined to secure the future of this enchanting butterfly.
Promotional Partner Waterloo Region Nature.