Ecology North has organized a range of events to celebrate Earth Week
and encourage Yellowknifers to take time out of their busy schedules
to appreciate and celebrate our relationship with the Earth.
Thursday, April 22
Earth Day Fish Fry!
In front of the Post Office,
Happy Earth Day! Join us for a fish fry featuring local fish to
support action on global climate change.
Film Screening!
Northern United Place Auditorium, 7:30 pm, Admission by donation
“The End of the Line: Imagine A World Without Fish”
The world’s first
major documentary about the devastating effect of overfishing. Imagine an ocean
without fish. Imagine your meals without seafood. Imagine the global consequences. Filmed across the world – from the Straits of
Gibraltar to the coasts of Senegal and Alaska to the Tokyo fish market –
featuring top scientists, indigenous fishermen and fisheries enforcement
officials, The End of the Line is a
wake-up call to the world.
5 à 7 Maison Bleue
Maison Bleu,
Venez parler de production et de sécurité alimentaire avec l’Association
franco-culturelle de Yellowknife…et apprenez à ensemencer quelques plants de
tomates pour votre jardin!
Friday, April 23
The Sex Life of Trees
Guided Noon-Hour Nature Walk with local biologist
Suzanne Carrière
Civic Plaza,
Join local
biologist Suzanne Carrière on a
“Biodiversity, What’s That!?”
NUP Auditorium,
Biodiversity,
what does that mean? And why should you care? Come have these and other questions answered
by a panel of local biologists. They
will describe the flora and fauna found in the NWT as well as some of the
survival challenges these species face.
Saturday, April 24
Backyard and Worm Composting Workshop
NUP Auditorium, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Come learn how to turn your kitchen scraps into a rich, usable fertilizer
for your garden! Bring a small container
to carry worms home in!
Northern Gardening Teahouse
NUP Auditorium, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Come and have your northern gardening questions answered in a casual
drop-in atmosphere! Local experts will
be ready and waiting to answer any question you may have!
Sunday, April 25
Earth Week Youth Bike Challenge
Civic Plaza, 2:00
pm – 4:00pm
CALLING ALL YOUTH
(loosely defined)! Looking for an
afternoon, urban adventure? Grab your bike and a few friends (teams of 2 to 4
are recommended) and pedal your booty off for this scavenger hunt on wheels! Warning: Prepare to venture into
Monday, April 26
Electoral Incentives and Canadian Environmental
Policy
NUP Auditorium, 12:05 pm – 1:00 pm
Political scientist Daniel Wong summarizes a portion of his master’s
thesis research. He argues that Canadian
public opinion on the environment is cyclical and has a direct relation to
government policy. 30-minute talk
followed by a 15-minute Q&A.
Earth Week Panel on Housing and Renovation
NUP Auditorium, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Learn and discuss
ideas on construction, sustainability, energy and saving money. An event for anyone thinking of building or
renovating with concerns about our Northern energy costs and availability of the
Earth’s resources.
Tuesday, April 27
Biodiesel Creation in
the North
NUP Auditorium, 12:05
pm – 1:00 pm
Did you know that
you can heat your home with the used oil from a restaurant deep fryer? Join us in learning about Ecology North’s
plans to start a biodiesel pilot project in
Greening Your Place of
Worship
NUP Auditorium, 7:30
pm – 9:00 pm
Come and view a
selection of short videos that show the efforts of various faith communities to
lessen the environmental impact of their worship services. Short discussion to follow.
Wednesday, April 28
Recycling Relay, en Francais!
École Allain St 12:00
pm – 12:50 pm
Les étudiants des écoles d’immersion de
Middle school French-immersion students from across the city gather to
compete and see which school team can build the biggest and best sculpture out
of recycled items. Parents are welcome
to attend!
Downtown Volunteer Litter Pickup Season-Opener
Meet at Javaroma, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Drop in at Javaroma between 5 and 6. Hit the streets for 15 minutes to one hour.
Bags, vests and gloves provided. Everyone
welcome. For info, contact Paul Falvo at
669-PAUL (7285) or pfalvo@yellowknife.ca.
Solid Waste Management Public Forum
NUP Auditorium, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Get an update on the City’s solid waste and recycling initiatives, and
hear about their plans for the future! Led
by the City of
Thursday, April 29
Guided Noon-Hour Nature Walk
Meet at Visitor’s Centre, 12:05 pm
Clothing Swap
NUP Auditorium, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Out with the old and in with the new (to you!). Time to spring clean your closet – bring
clothes that are clean and in good shape.
Friday, April 30
Noon-Hour Basic Yoga Class
NUP Auditorium, 12:05 pm – 1:00 pm
Take a deep breath and let certified yoga instructor Christa Domchek take
you through a basic yoga class.
Sustainable Choices for Home and Baby
NUP Auditorium, 1:30
pm – 3:30 pm
Moms, this one’s
for you! Come drop in and learn about
some sustainable alternatives to the everyday tasks of mothering a little one! Toys and a fun corner for kids, and a demo
table for Mom!
Bike Maintenance Workshop
Multiplex Foyer, 5:15 pm – 7:00 pm
Does your bike need a tune up after the long winter? Come and learn how to give it some TLC!
Earth Week Spring Fling
Top Knight, 8:00 pm – close, $5 cover
charge,19 years
and older
Get on your dancing shoes and party the night away, Earth Week style!
Saturday, May 1
Coffeehouse and Silent/Live Auction
Mildred Hall School 7:00 pm
Silent Auction ends at 9:30
pm sharp!
Come hear talented local musicians
and bid on great auction items including planters painted by talented local
artists. Performances by The
Dawgwoods,
Ongoing During Earth Week:
Organic coffee to be served at Javaroma
and Gourmet Cup.
Don’t forget to walk, ride your
bike or take the bus to work this week…and every week!
Note: All events are family
oriented with no admission fee unless otherwise stated. Donations are
greatly appreciated!
For more information, call the Ecology North office at 873-6019.
Youth Ecology Club Returns!
