News
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Greening Schoolyards, Growing Futures: A Tiny Forest at York Street Public School
At EnviroCentre, we believe that climate action starts right in our communities and sometimes, right in our schoolyards. In partnership […]
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Pilot Program: Reusable Cups Take the Lead at 5K Race
Reusable cups were successfully piloted at hydration stations at this year’s Run to Empower 5K, replacing single-use cups and reducing waste. This success highlights the potential for reusable dishware at events to lead the way towards a cleaner, more sustainable future.
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EnviroCentre’s Position on Ottawa’s Transportation Master Plan: It’s Time to Make the Shift
The City’s draft Transportation Master Plan outlines how the city proposes to move people and goods through 2046—and it’s now open for public feedback. Our opinion? It’s not going to get us where we need to be.
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Who is Anna Zivarts, and why her ideas on transit matter for Ottawa
A great transit system isn’t just about getting from point A to B—it’s about equity, accessibility, and sustainability. That’s why, at this year’s EnviroCentre Annual Symposium, Connecting the Dots on Transit, we’re bringing together bold thinkers and change-makers to explore how we can build a transit system that works for everyone.
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What’s Missing in Ottawa’s Green Fleet Strategy
Ottawa is updating its Green Fleet Strategy for the first time since 2016. A lot has changed since then—climate targets […]