Sustainable Milton

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Building a resilient Milton, together.

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Sustainable Milton is a nonprofit environmental organization.

We advocate for an environmentally responsible Milton and work to reduce the impacts of climate change in our community through community engagement, education, and advocacy.

By working together with individuals, businesses, and the government, we can create lasting change for present and future generations.

Check out our upcoming events!

Water Stewardship & Board Meeting

Thursday, June 19
Doors open at 6:45
Speakers 7:00 – 8 pm
Board Meeting  8:00 -9pm

Our gathering this month is in a new location, so note the address: 7513 Tremaine Road. Sustainable Milton is pleased to host guest speakers from the Niagara Escarpment Biosphere Network who will be addressing the need for water stewardship. Their presentation will include a water mixing, so attendees are asked to bring a small quantity of water to contribute for our collective participation. Appropriately, we’ll be meeting immediately across the road from Milton’s piece of the Escarpment, so we will have a clear reminder of their presentation’s importance for us all.

Climate Change Story Time

Monday, July 7
10:15
– 11 am

Gather in a cozy circle as we read and discuss the book The Lorax by Dr. Seuss. After the story, children can enjoy a fun and creative coloring activity. To register, check out the Milton Public Library program calendar found here https://beinspired.libcal.com/event/3879401, or register directly through the link below.

Gardening

Garden Sessions will run from early June to late August

The “Growing Together Food Share” program will bring older adults (> 55 years) and youth (< 30 years) together to learn from one another, experience the health and social benefits of community gardening. For more information visit the link below, or email growfood@sustainablemilton.ca to tell us you’d like to participate.

Volunteer hours available.

 

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Trunk Share

Sunday, July 27
9:00 – 1pm

Time to clear out stuff you’re not using? Sign up for a space at the Community Trunk Share! Spaces are limited, so register through events@sustainablemilton.ca This is not a Garage Sale, as all items are to be offered for free. Hasslefree, community sharing – no fussing over pricing, no organizing. AND you get a nice, clutterfree garage and the quiet satisfaction that you’re promoting sustainability. Not only will you help people in your community, you’re also reducing demand for new production and thereby conserving resources.

If you’re not bringing items to give away, no need to register, just come on by! Great opportunity for people setting up a new household.

Volunteer hours available. Contact volunteering@sustainablemilton.ca if you wish to volunteer.

Our many events
make us busy bees!

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Stewardship & Biodiversity

1213
native plants

219+
bags of litter

One big impact of climate change is biodiversity loss. As such, we work to enhance Milton’s biodiversity by planting trees, tending to community gardens, providing homes for bats, and educating the community on the importance of native plants.

Circular Economy

120
repairs undertaken

An important aspect of environmentalism is understanding the circular economy. Reducing waste to a minimum involves repairing, refurbishing and refusing to buy things we don’t need. To promote this idea we hold Repair Cafés and Trunk Shares.

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Climate
Action

60+
meetings w/
town officials

We meet with various levels of government to discuss environmental issues and their solutions. We’ve delegated to Milton council and have met with each local councillor to improve Milton’s Climate Action Work Plan. Other issues include the wetlands and water courses of Milton Heights, and the Milton Education Village.

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Education & Workshops

43+
lectures &
workshops

818+
total
attendees

We host lectures and workshops for the community, schools, and culture groups. Ever had a close-up look at a salamander? Or tracked the sonar of a bat? Guests such as these are often seen at our lectures. Some other topics we cover include backyard composting and how to make healthy snacks. At our Repair Cafés, people learn how to repair small appliances.

We offer group learning experiences for businesses.

Our team building events are a great way for businesses to personally contribute to the well-being of the community. By planting some trees or learning about a local species, they’ll get a unique team building experience.

Become a member!

Join our growing team working together towards a common goal. Our diverse members each bring unique skills, and together we help drive Milton on a more sustainable path.

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“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”

Margaret Mead

Cultural Anthropologist

Sponsorships help keep the lights on.

Sustainable Milton offers a range of sponsorship levels for individuals and businesses who wish to financially support our work.

"Bring Your Own"

Our Green Goals team helps local businesses make sustainable practices the norm. The Green Goals Seal Program provides businesses with window decals to encourage customers to bring their own take-out containers. 

Email us using the form below to get a ‘Bring Your Own’ sign or decal for your business!

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