Community Associations for Environmental Sustainability

Here is what has been happening at CAFES recently

CAFES Trees & Zoning Position Paper

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 on informing the City's New Comprehensive Zoning By-law with evidenced-based research that demonstrates the necessity for zoning policies to regulate the space […]

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Game Night: Exploring Climate Issues through Climate Fresk

Join CAFES and Navan-Vars United Church on Thursday November 14th from 5:30pm-8:30pm for an engaging community board game night featuring Climate Fresk, a game to enhance our understanding of climate change. Utilizing a series of 42 cards that illustrate the cause-and-effect relationships of climate phenomena, this workshop encourages teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking. Enjoy a […]

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'Hope in Action' Community Dialogue Event

Join CAFES and the Manotick United Church on Tuesday October 22nd from 5 - 7:30pm for an engaging Community Dialogue event discussing climate action and environmental stewardship! The dialogue will feature guest speakers Rev. Dr. Jessica Hetherington and Energy Transition Consultant Mike Fletcher. This will be a fantastic opportunity to explore steps that we can […]

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Your Top 10 Local Climate Actions

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, within your community, or in Ottawa more broadly. Check out our list of […]

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New Idling By-Law Approved by City Council

On October 2nd, 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 one.  The original 2007 by-law put no limits on how long a driver could idle their vehicle when the temperature was below 5° C or […]

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Extreme Weather, Truth-Sharing and Climate Action

One of the most effective ways to drive climate action is by 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 to understand what's happening around them. This presents an opportunity to help […]

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Groupe Thermo-Pompe: Call Out for Residents with Heat Pumps

In October 2024, CAFES started a new volunteer Working Group: Groupe Thermo-Pompe! The purpose of this group is to share information, increase community education and awareness, and scale-up our advocacy efforts on the climate benefits of installing heat pumps in buildings. Call Out: We are looking for residents who currently have a heat pump installed […]

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New Research Links Trees to Heart Health

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 people from low-middle income neighbourhoods in South Louisville Kentucky, taking samples to investigate […]

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Public Consultation: Backflow Valve and Sump Pump Incentive Program

On Friday October 25th from 10:00 am to 12:30pm, join CAFES as we host a Public Consultation event in collaboration with the City of Ottawa to discuss the City's proposed updates to the Residential Protective Plumbing Program and By-Law. This program in intended to help residents better protect their properties from basement flooding, and provides incentives for the installation […]

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Seniors for Climate Action

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 incredible day was hosted by Ken Johnson, and organized by SCAN! (Seniors for Climate Action Now), the Council […]

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