Building a resilient Milton, together.
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!
Rally for Climate Action
Tuesday, Oct 1
3:30 – 6pm
Dominion Gardens Park, Georgetown
Canada’s climate emissions have risen for the third straight year in a row. While Germany’s emissions are now over 15% less than 2019, pre-pandemic levels, Canada’s are only 6% lower. Canada needs to drastically reduce its GHG emissions to even approximate our goals expressed in the Paris Agreement.
Later is too Late
details from the National Observer, Aug 12, 2024
Open House & Annual General Meeting
Thursday, Oct 17
6:00- 9pm
ICCM
104 Tremaine Rd., Milton
Come see what Sustainable Milton is all about! Chat with members, have some nibbles, listen to the guest speaker from Conservation Halton talk about Water Conservation and maybe become an official member. Afterwards we’ll be holding our Annual General Meeting and electing new Board members. Do you have some ideas for Sustainable Milton or wish to help guide us through 2025? All SM members over 18 are eligible to run for the Board of Directors.
Tree Planting
Saturday, October 19
9:00 – noon
Roper Drive, Milton
Continuing our work at Roper Drive begun in the Fall of 2021. We’ve done a number of planting events at this location, and recently we registered the location as an official part of The Butterfly Way. Initiated by the Suzuki Foundation, “The Butterflyway Project is a citizen-led movement growing highways of habitat for bees and butterflies across Canada.”
Student Volunteer hours available.
Repair Cafe
Saturday October 26
10 am – 2 pm
Milton Sports Centre
Toss it? No way! It might be repairable. Rather than throw it away, bring it to the Repair Cafe. Our knowledgable volunteers may be able to help you fix it for FREE. Our first Sustainable Milton Repair Cafe is set for October 26, 10 am to 2 pm at the Milton Sports Centre. Send a message with your repair needs to repair@sustainablemilton.ca
Planting &
Biodiversity
495+
trees &
shrubs
465+
pollinator
plants
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.
Environmental Stewardship
162+
bags of
litter
We host clean-ups to tackle litter and bring awareness about excess waste. It’s an important part of making Milton a more environmentally responsible place. Volunteers always report a feeling of satisfaction and pride in their contribution.
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.
Education & Workshops
13+
lectures &
workshops
462+
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.
“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
"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. Read more about it on the Green Goals website.
Email us using the form below to get a ‘Bring Your Own’ sign or decal for your business!
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