Here's what we have coming up.
Invasive Species Pull
Trail behind Sam Sherratt School. Meet at Coulson Park, 754 Coulson Avenue.
Saturday, June 20
10:00 – noon
Buckthorn is a highly invasive plant that crowds out native vegetation, thereby providing poor habitation and food supplies for native wildlife. Join us to clear out as much as we can from Centennial Forest, starting at Coulson Park, 754 Coulson Avenue.
Register through Eventbrite: bit.ly/sustainablemiltonevents Volunteer hours available.
If you haven’t volunteered with us yet this year – all participants must complete waivers and permission forms, available at sustainablemilton.ca/events/#volunteering . If you are under 18 years of age, a parent or guardian MUST sign the permission form. Often these forms are sent to their email’s junk folder. PLEASE tell them to check there if they do not receive it, it MUST be signed to enable participation.
As always, dress for the weather. We highly recommend long sleeves and long pants. Closed shoes are a must. You’ll be “in the weeds” and clothing will protect you from scratches and ticks.
Flyer Distribution
Saturday, June 20th
1:00 – 3pm
Meet at Commercial and Laurier
Crew Recruitment
Sustainable Milton maintains a number of gardens throughout Milton. We are currently recruiting volunteers to care for these plants.
Being a member of a committed crew is a great opportunity to meet others who share your interest in the environment. As well, you’ll be actively contributing to your community.
Volunteer hours available.
Eco Movie Night
Did you know that the single most effective step that individuals can take to reduce our collective carbon footprint is to reduce our consumption of meat? “The End of Meat” (2017) reveals the hidden impact of meat consumption; explores the opportunities and benefits of a shift to a more compassionate diet; and raises critical questions about the future role of animals in our society. Join us for a screening of this groundbreaking documentary, followed by discussion.
Planting & Biodiversity
One big impact of climate change is biodiversity loss. We work to enhance Milton’s biodiversity by planting trees, tending to community gardens, providing homes for bats, and educating the community on native plants. This summer we’ll be piloting hay bale gardening!
1810+
native plants
400+
pollinator plants
Environmental Stewardship
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!
226+
bags of
litter
Climate Action
We meet with various levels of government to discuss environmental issues and their solutions. Some actions we’ve taken include delegating to Milton council and meeting with each local councillor. Addressing climate change is a pressing issue and we are committed to working with our Councillors to help them meet climate targets.
60+
meetings w/ town officials
Represented at
11 + rallies
Education & Workshops
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. This sharing of knowledge helps people build new skills and understand that we can all implement changes to be more environmentally conscious.
29+
films, lectures & workshops
1037+
total
attendees
Welcome to the Garden!
We have many gardening events throughout the spring, summer and fall. We work the soil, plant, weed, prune, compost and eventually harvest. Our volunteers work at various locations throughout Milton, at various times throughout the season. Check our upcoming events and socials to find an activity that suits your schedule.
In Robin Wall Kimmerer’s book, Braiding Sweetgrass, she inspires us to garden and tells us why:
“People often ask me what one thing I would recommend to restore relationship between land and people. My answer is almost always, ‘Plant a garden.’ It’s good for the health of the earth and it’s good for the health of the people. A garden is a nursery for nurturing connection, the soil for cultivation of practical reverence. And its power goes far beyond the garden gate – once you develop a relationship with a little patch of earth, it becomes a seed itself.”
Become a volunteer!
Our volunteers include people of all ages. It’s an excellent way to make new friends, learn new skills, and experience the value of being part of a team. Volunteering also fulfills the Ministry of Education’s requirements for high school students.
There are 3 steps to complete before you can volunteer with us.
Step One: fill out the volunteer form below
Step Two: Sign the waiver through link even further down this page
Step Three: If you’re 17 and under, a permission form will be sent to your parent/guardian. Please tell them to expect it in through their email. They might have to check the spam folder.
Don’t forget to bring your volunteer hours sheet with you!
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