Canadian Environment Week, held annually during the first week of June, is a time to reflect on environmental progress and renew Canada’s commitment to sustainability.
The week highlights the importance of collective action, emphasizing that governments, businesses, and individuals all play a role in reducing emissions, protecting wildlife, and minimizing waste. As Canada balances economic growth with environmental stewardship, Canadian Environment Week serves as a reminder that protecting the nation’s natural resources is a shared responsibility.
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HERE’S HOW YOU CAN CELEBRATE:
• Discover nature around you
• Plant a Tree
• Find out more about Canada’s commitment to conserving 25% of its land and oceans
• Visit a National Wildlife Area or National Park
• Participate in community events to clean or restore public outdoor spaces
• Host an eco-swap meet
• Start a green challenge
CANADA FACTS:
• Canada’s lakes and rivers contain about 20 percent of all fresh water on Earth
• The country has 41 national parks and three marine conservation areas
• 75% of Canada’s electricity comes from eco-friendly, non-greenhouse gas-emitting sources
• Vancouver, British Columbia, is one of the world’s greenest cities
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