October 2024
Are you wanting to take stronger climate action and make a difference in your community, but unsure where to start? We have put together 10 local actions that you can take NOW to drive climate action forward, whether in your personal life,…
On October 2nd 2024, City Council voted to amend Ottawa’s Idling Control By-Law. While it’s not all that we advocated for, the new by-law is a significant improvement over the old. The original 2007 by-law put no limits on how long a…
One of the most effective ways to drive climate action is engaging in meaningful conversations with your friends, family, and neighbours! After a major weather event like Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton that just hit millions of people in Florida, people want…
Recent research from the HEAL Study by the Green Heart Louisville Project has revealed that living in a tree-filled neighbourhood can reduce risks for heart disease, diabetes and some types of cancer. The HEAL study conducted a clinical trial to follow 750…
CAFES has published version 3.0 of our Position Paper on Trees and the new Zoning By-law. CAFES began working on this position paper in November 2023 with an experienced volunteer working group, with the intent to inform the City’s New Comprehensive Zoning By-law with…
The Friends of the Central Experimental Farm have published a new book, entitled Pathways to the Trees at the Central Experimental Farm, showcasing the Farm’s remarkable collection of trees in the Arboretum, the Farm’s main campus, and its Merivale Shelterbelt. The acquisition…
In October 2024, CAFES started a new volunteer Working Group: Groupe Thermo-Pompe! This group shares information, increases community education and awareness, and scales-up our advocacy efforts on the climate benefits of installing heat pumps in buildings. Call Out: We are looking for…
From November 1st to 3rd, CAFES member Ottawa South Eco-Action Network (OSEAN) will collect carved and intact pumpkins in Ottawa South and distribute them to local farms and food centres. This will help fill the bellies of humans and animals, combating food insecurity and…
CAFES had an incredible time connecting with community members about renewable energy transitions at the annual Carp Fair this September! Alongside the Electric Vehicle Council of Ottawa (EVCO), CAFES served up free cookies, green coffee, and even solar powered popcorn! We had…
On October 1st 2024, CAFES gathered at Knox Presbyterian Church with fellow environmental organizations to celebrate the Mayor of Ottawa’s proclamation of “National Seniors for Climate Day”, presented by City Councillor and Deputy Mayor Laine Johnson. The day was hosted by Ken…
Your CAFES team,
Angela, Mitzi, Erica and Sarah
