Canadian Environment Week
June 3-9, 2007

Taking Action for our Environment

Overview

Protecting Canada's natural environment reaps a world of benefits for Canadians, from strengthening the economy to enhancing health and quality of life.

Canadian Environment Week is the perfect time to celebrate our achievements and initiatives in tackling climate change and reducing air pollution.

Download a PDF version of ourE-Week Poster:

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Your actions count!

With hundreds of events planned, it's easy to get involved this Environment Week.  Take a look at the Community Action Board to learn more about what your community is doing for Environment Week and how you can participate.

Or get involved by making small changes.  Try:

• reducing air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions by driving less, not idling car engines and using energy wisely at home and in the office;
• choosing sustainable modes of transportation like public transit, cycling, car-pooling and walking; and
• using less water at home, at work, and in our communities.

Commuter Challenge (June 3-9)

The Commuter Challenge is a transportation-based event in which individuals, organizations and communities compete to cut emissions of air pollutants and greenhouse gases. Register on the Commuter Challenge website to track your kilometers traveled, and your emissions saved.

In 2006, nearly 40,000 people registered for the Commuter Challenge and over 3.5 million sustainable kilometers were traveled.

Canadian Environment Awards Gala (June 4)

Every step we take as individuals adds up to big benefits for our environment. But some Canadians go above and beyond in their efforts to make a difference. These exceptional people are honoured at the Canadian Environment Awards (June 4), a special reception, dinner, and ceremony for the finalists of the awards. This year's gala will be held at the Montréal Science Centre in Montréal, Quebec.

World Environment Day (June 5)Canadian Environment Week is held during the first week of June to coincide with World Environment Day (June 5). This special day was designated by the United Nations in 1972 to stimulate political action on the environment and empower people from every corner of the globe to become active agents of sustainable and equitable development.

Clean Air Day (June 6)

Clean Air Day raises awareness and encourages action on clean air and climate change issues. Canadians can show their commitment by participating in activities that contribute to cleaner air, healthier communities and a better quality of life for all.

The transportation sector is a major contributor of air pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions.  For Clean Air Day, why not renew or begin a commitment to sustainable transportation?  When you use public transit, cycle, walk and rollerblade, you can reduce your personal emissions, save money used on fuel, contribute to your personal health and much more. 

Oceans Day (June 8)

Oceans Day on June 8 is a time to remember the critical role of oceans worldwide. This international celebration has grown from a ripple into a tidal wave of awareness about the importance of our oceans.

For more information on other Government of Canada environmental initiatives, visit our ecoACTION website at: www.ecoaction.gc.ca