The Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) Southport is hosting a symposium for people of Saugeen Shores and area who are interested in environmental protection and mitigating climate change. Invitees include:
· Representatives of all Service clubs, organizations, and churches
· Saugeen First Nations
· Town of Saugeen Shores
· Bruce County
· NII, OPG, Bruce Power
· Lake Huron Coastal Centre
This will be an open forum to promote sharing of information about current initiatives and future plans to address environmental concerns and mitigate/adapt to climate change.
The forum will take place on Thursday, April 13th at St. Paul’s Bevan Community Hall in Southampton from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
1. Our natural environment is the greatest asset of Saugeen Shores;
2. Our environment requires intentional protection for future sustainability;
3. Climate Change is real and if not addressed, will negatively impact health, agriculture, tourism, economic sustainability and daily life;
4. Everyone can adopt practices that make a difference;
5. Collectively, we can change our world.
Letters have been sent to service clubs, organizations, churches, Town and County staff and elected officials, and to some local businesses inviting two representatives to attend.
If an organization has not received an invitation,
contact Odette Bartnicki at (289) 937-1801.
