Here's what we have coming up.
Gardening
Saturday, July 18
1:00 – 4:00 pm
NE Corner of Commercial St. and Laurier Avenue
It’s time to spruce up the Butterfly Meadow at Commercial & Laurier. All ages are welcome. Student volunteer hours available.
Please bring a hat and water bottle, and gloves, trowel or shovel if you have one. Be sure to wear closed toed shoes. We recommend long pants and shirts as tick prevention.
All participants must complete a waiver, and those under 18 must also complete a permission form. If you’ve already filled in a form this year, no need to do it again.
Forms are found on the volunteering page of our website:
Eco Film Night - Water Be Damned
7513 Tremaine Rd.
“In the Barn”
Friday, July 24
7:00 – 9 pm
Doors Open at 6:30
Free to SM Members
OR $5 donation per person
payable at the door
An evening exploring the importance of water. We’re screening the award-winning film, “Water Be Damned” (2020), created by University of Toronto instructor Romila Verma.
It focuses on the four pillars of water sustainability – science, economics, governance and spiritual connection.
Also joining us is Thirune Thirumanne, SM Director-at-Large and PhD candidate on river hydraulics.
Let us know you’re coming – register through Eventbrite
Repair Café
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 next Sustainable Milton Repair Cafe is set for July 25, 1:00 – 5pm at the Milton Sports Centre.
To reserve a spot, send a message with your repair needs to
repair@sustainablemilton.ca
Trunk Share
Sunday, Aug. 9
9:00 – noon
Milton Community Sports Park
by Lieterman and Diefenbaker
Time to clear out stuff you’re not using? Sign up for a space at the Community Trunk Share!
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.
Space is limited, so register now!
While no electric items are allowed due to insurance considerations, items such as furniture, home decor, books, clothing, toys, bikes and non-electric tools are ideal. Whatever items you bring that do not go, you will be obligated to take home. But, generally anything you bring, someone will want. It will feel amazing to lighten the load in your house and at the same time know that someone else is able to make use of your donations.
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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