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  • Electric Vehicle Essentials

    Electric Vehicle Essentials

    There are about 26 million cars on the road in Canada. These cars emit greenhouse gases (GHGs) and other forms of pollution that can affect our health. Here in Ottawa, about 45% of GHG emissions come from transportation – mostly from gas-powered cars.


  • What To Know About the New Energy Efficiency Rebates

    What To Know About the New Energy Efficiency Rebates

    With up to $10,000 available through the HER+ program and various other financing streams on offer, there has never been a better time to invest in home energy efficiency upgrades. Here are 5 ways to make the most of this opportunity to improve your home and cut your carbon emissions.


  • Ottawa: A Great Place to Bike in the Winter

    Ottawa: A Great Place to Bike in the Winter

    For those who can, biking is the most environmentally friendly way to get around. Even in winter! Keep reading to find out why, and how to get started.


  • Fun Ideas to get Families Walking this Winter

    Fun Ideas to get Families Walking this Winter

    When we ask kids about their favourite weather to walk in, we typically get two answers. Can you guess what they are?


  • Hop! Wins Ontario Ministry of Transportation Award

    Hop! Wins Ontario Ministry of Transportation Award

    We’re thrilled to announce that Hop! – our app to encourage families to walk to school – has won Initiative of the Year in the Ontario Ministry of Transportation Road Safety Awards.