Toronto Environment Events 2009: May 11 - May 17, 2009

9:45am

Green Procurement Marketplace

Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto ON (map)

For the first time in Canada, a major cross-sector procurement event will focus on presenting innovative green technologies and services that deliver environmental benefits and positive business returns. Green innovators will present products and services in the Marketplace Theatre and on the Discovery Showcase floor. Over 100 major private, public and non-profit buyers, green technology firms, many who have been supported through OCE, and industry experts will join together to network, explore new technologies and develop strategies to integrate green purchasing for sustainable practices. Marketplace Theatre, Metro Toronto Convention Centre For more information: Sean McNeely (416) 861-1092 ext - 1034http://www.greeninggreatertoronto.ca/events.asp?EventId=201  http://www.ocediscovery.com/  

11:45am

"Lunch and Learn" at DPAC III with Josh Dorfman

(New York, NY) (map)

(If you are traveling to this event) Lunch with Josh Dorfman, TV personality and author of The Lazy Environmentalist GOING GREEN WITH DIGITAL MAGAZINES with Josh Dorfman, environmental author, media personality and entrepreneur. Focusing on green innovations that can improve business and our lives, Josh has included Zinio among his top tips in his newest book, The Lazy Environmentalist on a Budget: Save Money. Save Time. Save The Planet. Everyone seems to want to "go green" these days, but just doesn't have the money or time to make any changes to their magazine business models. In a time when publishers are feeling financially restricted, Josh explains why he included Zinio in his guide to effortlessly preserve the planet, while saving money. • Insights into the next wave of green products and services that will lighten your corporate and personal planetary impact and lower your expenses • New eco-trends and innovations • Receive a free copy of The Lazy Environmentalist on a Budget ($14.95 value) Location: Arbor Room For more information:http://www.dpaconference.com/index.php

6:30pm

Brampton: Tuesdays on the Trail - Birding for Beginners

Wexford Park, Brampton (map)

Learn the basics, from using binoculars to attracting birds to your yard. Look for birds that make the trail their home. Cost: FREE For more information: Jessika Corkum-Gorrill - (416) 661-6600 ext.5748

7pm

Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee (Rm A)

300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga, Ontario (Civic Centre - Committee Room A) (map)

This committee's main responsibility is to increase the safety, quality and quantity of multi-use recreational trails in the City of Mississauga.

7:30am

Toronto: Canadian Green Executive Event

Toronto, Ontario Canada, Toronto Board of Trade (map)

The second in a series of defining events from IDC Canada that will transform your sustainability initiatives into Green Returns. Let's face it. Now is not the time for going green. In fact, nothing could be further from the truth. Because investing in Green IT today will put more money in the bank tomorrow. Just ask the over 40% of companies who, having adopted Green IT strategies, realized an initial return on their investment within one year. Or check with the organizations who have found that every $1 in energy savings drives another $6-8 in operational savings. They'll tell you going green can be highly profitable. Designed exclusively for business, government, marketing, corporate responsibility, and environment executives, the Green Executive Event: Returns Direct to your Bottom-line is a challenging and interactive forum for helping Canadian business create competitive advantage and improve the bottom line byexchanging new ideas, sharing success, and learning about Green ICT solutions from some of Canada's most innovative companies. Cost: $195 For more information:http://www.idc.com/getdoc.jsp?containerId=IDC_P18793

3pm

Dufferin Grove Organic Farmers’ Market

873 Dufferin St, Toronto (in Dufferin Grove Park) (map)

Outdoors around the rinkhouse in summer; in and around the rinkhouse in winter. For more information:http://www.dufferinpark.ca/market/wiki/wiki.php

7pm

Grafton Community Gardening Night

Roncesvalles and Queen, Toronto (Grafton Community Garden) (map)

Join the West End Flower Fairies, residents and business owners to help green the community! Participants will be out every Wednesday, Rain or Shine.

7pm

Markham: Towards a Sustainable Community Speaker Series

6031 Hwy. 7, Markham ON (map)

Towards a Sustainable Community Speaker Series - Social Sustainability. Explore how to create a vibrant community in Markham that will ensure social, cultural, environmental and economic sustainability now and into the future

3pm

Dufferin Grove Organic Farmers' Market

South of Bloor on the east side of Dufferin, in Dufferin Grove Park (map)

A year-round farmers' market every Thursday afternoon from 3 to 7 pm. Outdoors in the beauty of the park in summer, on the skating rink pad in fall, and inside the rink buildings throughout the winter. Local farmers and city-based food producers bring a great variety of organic foods. A special feature of the market is wood-fired oven breads baked right in the park. For more information contact: Phone: 416-392-0913

9am

Oshawa: Eco Days P.A. Day Program

Oshawa Community Museum, Oshawa, ON (map)

Come down to the Museum for a day of nature and recycling themed crafts! Kids will participate in a nature walk/scavenger hunt throughout beautiful Lakeview Park, make fruit and veggie prints, bird feeders and even invent their own craft! This program runs from 9 am - 3 pm,is for children ages 5 - 12, costs $20 per person and pre-registration is required. Please note that this program runs according to the Durham Region Public School Boards PA Day schedule. For more information: programming +at+ oshawamuseum +at+ org

5am

St. Lawrence North Farmers’ Market

92 Front Street East, Toronto (at Jarvis) (map)

For more information:http://www.stlawrencemarket.com/

8am

Markham Farmers' Market

Robinson Street and Main Street North, Markham (map)

Featuring many organically grown fruits and vegetables, as well as baked goods, preserves, flowers and much much more! The main focus is quality and competitive pricing. For more information: 905-472-2462

8:30am

The Village Organic Farmers’ Market at Toronto Waldorf School

9100 Bathurst St, Toronto (map)

For more information:http://www.villagemarket.ca/  

9am

Brampton Horticultural Society Plant Sale

46 McMurchy Avenue South, Brampton ON (map)

Brampton Horticultural Society Annual Plant Sale Brampton Curling Club - 46 McMurchy Street Begins at: 9:00 am SHARP till SOLD OUT Come and join the fun and "KICK START YOUR GARDEN" Perennials, Annuals, Vegetables and Native Plants For more information:http://www.city.brampton.on.ca/home/calendar.taf?screen=event&event=1489

Energy Conservation Week

Ontario Canada (map)

Energy Conservation Week is a province-wide initiative that is being coordinated by the Ontario Power Authority, in cooperation with organizations including the Ministry of Energy, the Independent Electricity System Operator and the Electricity Distributors Association.

10am

Stewardship Event - Richmond: Iona Beach Regional Park

Iona Regional park (At the washroom building) (map)

Removal of invasive Scotch Broom and restoration of sensitive dune habitats. For more information: Andrew Appleton andrew +at+ evergreen.ca