GCNews April 2023: Advancing equity

GCNews April 2023: Advancing equity

In 2020, responding to the ongoing and widely publicized police violence against Black people and communities, Green Communities Canada embarked on a process to review whether and how its School Travel Planning framework might perpetuate racism and other forms of...
GCNews March: Major funding received

GCNews March: Major funding received

A $1 million grant from the from the TD Ready Challenge has allowed Green Communities Canada (GCC) to launch the Transform Stream of the Living Cities Fund. The Transform Stream is supporting community organizations across Canada to implement large-scale,...
GCNews February: Show the planet some love

GCNews February: Show the planet some love

“When it was time to part with my truck I was happy to know Car Heaven would make sure all the components were recycled in a responsible way,” says William Skilton. “Having the proceeds support Green Communities Canada and getting a tax receipt were bonuses.” Car...
GCNews January: GCC in the spotlight

GCNews January: GCC in the spotlight

Statistic Canada’s infographic series highlighting progress on sustainable development goals features Green Communities Canada (GCC). Goal 11’s community spotlight showcases how Depave Paradise is making Canadian cities and communities more sustainable by converting...
GCNews December: Happy Holidays from GCC

GCNews December: Happy Holidays from GCC

As I look back on 2022, I’m so inspired by our network of local climate organizations. Across Canada, our members are engaging with residents, businesses, and governments to accelerate low-carbon solutions and adapt to the impacts of climate change. Although this is a...