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Green Communities Canada @greencommunities.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
In July's GC News, we highlight @envirocentre.bsky.social new Power Up program, connecting residents with multilingual Energy Ambassadors who provide end-to-end support navigating home energy programs. The pilot is now underway in Ottawa and Belleville. Learn more: buff.ly/E9PlkaW
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Ottawa Community Housing Foundation (OCH Foundation) @ochfoundation.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
2/2 Thanks to volunteers from Pomerleau for helping us, to Bushtukah for donating Trek bikes & our supporters Juneberry Fund- Ottawa Community Foundation, @envirocentre.bsky.social, @en.ottawa.ca, re-Cycles Ottawa, @och-lco.bsky.social & @ottawapublichealth.ca for making it all possible.
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Plastic recycling at Ottawa schools? Not anymore. Blue bins were pulled last September. We joined Robyn Bresnahan on CBC's This is Ottawa podcast to discuss what happened, what it means, and what comes next. www.cbc.ca/listen/cbc-p...
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Let's Go Cargo! @letsgocargo.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Come join us this evening between 5-7pm at #Zibi for #ebike and #ecargobike testing with @envirocentre.bsky.social for @letsbikeottawa.bsky.social 😊🚲
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Cassie Smith (she/her) @cassiesmith.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
🙌🏼 It's officially Let's Bike Month Ottawa @letsbikeottawa.bsky.social 💚! We had a lot of fun cheering on the people who biked (and walked, scooted, roller bladed, and took the train or bus) by Bayview Station this morning. Almost 5,000km already logged today. Add yours at letsbike.ca
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Let's Bike Ottawa @letsbikeottawa.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Commuting by bike June 1st? Pedal this way 🚲 We'll be at 4 morning pop-ups across town (7:30–9:30am) with a special prize draw, mini tune-ups, free swag, and pompoms to cheer fellow riders on. Let's Bike Month is right around the corner. See you on Monday!
Let's Bike Month Kickoff on June 1, 7:30–9:30AM. A map of Ottawa showing four pop-up locations: Strathcona Park, Bayview Station, Flora Footbridge, and Hartwells Locks. Features include quick safety checks, swag, and big energy. Presented by Enviro Centre."
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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Join me and @envirocentre.bsky.social for a FREE guided bike ride around Centretown on Friday, May 29th at 10:30am, leaving from City Hall (110 Laurier).   Bring your own bike and helmet. The ride is approximately 5k. Register here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/discover-y...
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Discover your ward by bike: Centretown
Learn how to navigate around your own community by bike with your local councillor! Fri, May 29th, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm.
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Glen Gower @glengower.ca · 21/05/2026
Let’s Bike Month – Discover your ward by bike! A bike tour in #Stittsville organized by @envirocentre.bsky.social coming up on June 12! glengower.ca/events/lets-...
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Let's Bike Month - Discover your ward by bike! - Glen Gower | Councillor / Conseiller | Stittsville
Discover your ward by bike: Stittsville is a FREE, in-person workshop which will take a small group on a guided bike ride around Stittsville Ward on June 12 at 1pm, leaving from Rouncey Park. Along th...
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
What will it take to retrofit social housing equitably at scale?🏠 Read our Retrofit Accelerator literature review here to l earn more and share it with others working to advance low-carbon, equitable housing. envirocentre.ca/the-case-for... #deepretrofits #socialhousing #easternontario #equity
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Sarah @ssnowdon.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
‘My own contribution’: the Ottawa immigrants learning to retrofit homes and fight the climate crisis www.theguardian.com/environment/... @envirocentre.bsky.social
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‘My own contribution’: the Ottawa immigrants learning to retrofit homes and fight the climate crisis
A Canadian social enterprise hopes to help solve the urgent need for retrofits and shortage of skilled workers
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
With regional partners and experts, we’ve explored what a successful bikeshare system could look like in #Ottawa #Gatineau and what it could mean for everyday mobility. We invite you to learn more about the next steps here lnkd.in/gZfqwnpF What trips could you imagine using bikeshare for?
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
#ICYMI: Cassie Smith was on CBC Radio talking about the bike share feasibility study we led for Ottawa-Gatineau. Listen to it to find out why bike-share is a good idea for our region! www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Affordable, sustainable transportation is vital for connected, liveable cities. And for Ottawa-Gatineau, bike share could be a key part of that picture. We’re proud to have led the new Ottawa-Gatineau Bike Share Feasibility Study 🚲👇 envirocentre.ca/a-pathway-fo...
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Sustainable events don't start with better waste bins. They start with collaboration. What collaboration challenges or successes are you seeing in event planning right now? And if you’re ready to build a stronger, reuse‑focused community in 2026, let’s talk. #reuse #events #ottawa #ontario
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Cassie Smith (she/her) @cassiesmith.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
New from me @envirocentre.bsky.social: Bike share is a proven solution in cities across Canada and would help solve challenges in Ottawa too. #OttBike #OttTransit #OttCity #OttPoli
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Bike share expands across Canada as cities advance climate and mobility goals  – EnviroCentre
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deirdre88.bsky.social @deirdre88.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
@impacthub.bsky.social enjoying @envirocentre.bsky.social great #connectthedotsongreenerevents with range of speakers on #sustainableevents @cmckenney.bsky.social @cityottawa.bsky.social @ottawatourism.bsky.social
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Greener events don’t require perfection.   They do require thoughtful choices made within real-world constraints.   That’s the conversation behind Connecting the Dots on Greener Events.   Join us on February 27 at the National Arts Centre. Only a few tickets left: www.eventbrite.com/e/connecting...
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Cassie Smith (she/her) @cassiesmith.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Don't underestimate how many people walk, bike, and take transit to local events, activities and businesses. In this case study, only 33% of people at a community festival arrived by private automobile.
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Better event decisions start with evidence, not assumptions. This pilot with the Wellington West BIA explores how observing real behaviour can clarify which interventions actually matter. Read more: envirocentre.ca/work/taste-o...
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Jeff Leiper @jleiper.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
This @envirocentre.bsky.social Hintonburg Heat Pump & Hot Chocolate Tour looks fascinating. Tour homes and ask questions about heat pumps before enjoying some winter fun. visitaheatpump.ca for more details and registration.
A poster describes the Hintonburg heat pump tour / Une affiche décrit la visite de la pompe à chaleur de Hintonburg
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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
This is good to see (and likely a reputable source 😉). Among major Canadian cities (pop. 500K+) Ottawa ranks #1. Among ALL Canadian cities, we rank #4. Some of the numbers don't seem right (transit time, avg. rent), but it's still good to rank so high. 1/ www.theglobeandmail.com/business/art...
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Canada’s 100 Most Livable Cities
Explore our third data-driven ranking of the most desirable places to live in the country
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
If you help bring events to life for your work or community, this symposium is for you. Join leaders in sustainable event design for a day of engaging discussions. Take away practical insights & connections to improve your practice. Tickets & info: www.eventbrite.ca/e/connecting...
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
We're hiring! - Lead Installer, EnviroCentre Build - Energy Ambassador, Power-Up Why EnviroCentre? We’re a mission-driven environmental non-profit with a collaborative culture, flexible working conditions, and meaningful work. Learn more & apply: envirocentre.ca/careers/
Graphic with text describing the two positions we are hiring for
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Green Communities Canada @greencommunities.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
“What I see as really exciting about the mini forest method is that it helps to create a forest area in a matter of decades versus a matter of centuries,” Jenn McCallum, manager of green infrastructure for Green Communities Canada: www.nationalobserver.com/2025/12/24/n... @nationalobserver.com
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Japanese tree-planting technique helps combat climate change in cities
This method has become popular globally, with different organizations worldwide vouching for its effectiveness, especially as they can grow 10 times faster than normal plantings. The method employs de...
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Green Communities Canada @greencommunities.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
Bundle up and get ready, Winter Walk Day (WWD) is on February 4, 2026 and will be here before you know it! Register your school and start planning your WWD event at buff.ly/EUj6xop ☃️ ✨
A graphic showing three children who are enjoying the winter. Above them, text reads “Celebrate Winter Walk Day!” At the bottom of the page is the text “Learn More” and a QR code.
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Earlier this fall, we tested an idea we couldn’t stop thinking about: what if live music became part of the commute? Turns out, a little joy goes a long way. What should we pilot next?
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Ottawa Community Housing Foundation (OCH Foundation) @ochfoundation.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
We are so grateful to EnviroCentre for showing up for our community again and again. This year, they're running a fundraiser in support of our 2025 Annual Giving Campaign & matching all donations up to $5,000. Thank you, EnviroCentre for believing so deeply in the power of community! #Ottawa
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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 13/12/2025
What Toronto and Montreal have done, Ottawa / Gatineau is overdue to try. I continue to work with @shawnmenard.bsky.social and @envirocentre.bsky.social to bring bike share to the National Capital Region. In Toronto, from 2.4 million rides in 2019 to 8.1 million (projected) in 2025.
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Thousands of new e-bikes, smart docks and digital ads: Bike Share Toronto lays out 5-year plan | CBC News
As Toronto's bike share program continues to see record growth, its leadership plans to massively expand its electric bike network by 2030, with the hopes of enticing riders who are hesitant to try ou...
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 13/12/2025
High-speed rail in Canada? Today’s announcement brings us one step closer 👀 Shifting travel from cars and planes to trains is essential for cutting emissions. This is the future we need. Our strategic lead on transporation @cassiesmith.bsky.social explains on CBC ⤵️ www.cbc.ca/player/play/...
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High-speed rail announcement puts Ottawa on right track, business groups say
Construction work on the planned high-speed rail line is still years out, but consultations are set to begin in Ottawa in 2026.
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Join our team at EnviroCentre! We’re hiring a Lead Installer and a Corporate Administrative Coordinator to help drive climate action. Apply by January 4: envirocentre.ca/careers/
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Social housing is essential housing. EnviroCentre is focused on rectifying the systemic inequities experienced by households in eastern Ontario. The EnviroCentre Retrofit Accelerator Carver Place project was the first big step in this work.
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Ottawa Community Housing Foundation (OCH Foundation) @ochfoundation.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
We are hiring! We are looking for a Training Coordinator and Manager to support our newest program: Build Your Path. Both positions are full-time, include benefits and give you the chance to make a visible difference every day. Apply today via our website! #Ottawa #Jobs #Hiring #JobOpening
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Phew — 2025 was busy! We launched a new website, delivered 28 projects, and connected with 200,000+ people across eastern Ontario. And we’re gearing up for an even bigger 2026. Thanks for being part of our journey. Happy holidays! 🎄✨
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Green Communities Canada @greencommunities.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. More than 1 in 5 Canadians self-identify as living with at least one disability. This tool by GCC member @envirocentre.bsky.social helps climate orgs be accessible & inclusive to people with disabilities.
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Accessibility and Inclusion Toolkit for Organizations | EnviroCentre
Accessibility and Inclusion Toolkit Diverse Voices for a Greener Tomorrow Access Our Toolkit with Support from EnviroCentre and CAWI. Champion climate inclusivity and make your organization a
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Cassie Smith (she/her) @cassiesmith.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
I helped with @envirocentre.bsky.social's "extend your cycling season" #OttBike Tour this afternoon. We welcomed cyclists looking to try #WinterBiking for the first time and some new to Ottawa residents with hands-on tips and tricks about year-round cycling and the winter maintained network. 1/2
Cassie takes a selfie wearing a mint green helmet..in front of her are a number of people on bikes and another woman in a mint green helmet speaking to them.
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
Tiny Forests are taking root across Ottawa thanks to the Josette Robertson and Joan Johnston Family Foundation 🌱 Their support is growing greener, healthier spaces — from schools to The Ottawa Hospital Campus: bit.ly/3LWWzL2
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Honouring legacy with a $3M gift to support our new hospital
Inspired by her great-grandfather and her mother Joan Johnston is carrying forward a family tradition of philanthropy with a $3-million gift, to help ensure the new hospital becomes a place where natu...
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Thank you to Councillor @stevedesroches.bsky.social for joining us at Ottawa Rotary Home for the planting of a new Tiny Forest in Findlay Creek! This Tiny Forest was made possible thanks to the support of the Josette Robertson & Joan Johnston Family Foundation & the Ottawa Rotary Home Foundation.
Three people stand in front of a fenced Tiny Forest site in Findlay Creek on a cloudy day. Behind them, a new housing development is under construction with buildings wrapped in Tyvek. One person holds a red and white umbrella, and the ground is wet from recent rain.
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Ecology Ottawa @ecologyottawa.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
C’était un plaisir de se joindre à @envirocentre.bsky.social ainsi qu’à d’autres groupes et personnes engagés pour le climat à l’occasion de leur réception annuelle — et un honneur d’être reconnus parmi les Climate Magic Makers d’EnviroCentre, dont nous sommes des bénéficiaires reconnaissants.
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Ecology Ottawa @ecologyottawa.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
It was wonderful to join @envirocentre.bsky.social and other climate groups and individuals for their Annual Reception—and to be honoured as one of EnviroCentre’s Climate Magic Makers, as we are grateful beneficiaries of their support. What a community!
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Ottawa Community Housing Foundation (OCH Foundation) @ochfoundation.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
What a beautiful evening at EnviroCentre annual reception! We’re so grateful to EnviroCentre, and to Jennifer Stelzer and Sharon Coward, for their incredible support for our Hop on Bikes, Pack-a-Sack and EV Car Share programs this year. We couldn't have done it without you! #Ottawa #Sustainability
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Watch Part 1 Heating or Eating to learn about the origins of the EnviroCentre Retrofit Accelerator. This is the first mass deep energy retrofit of an entire social housing community in eastern Ontario: youtu.be/Sxw87i2tttE?... @timtierney.ca @ymcaottawa.bsky.social @mcgill.ca @carleton.ca
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Good data builds better cycling systems 🚲 Ontario By Bike is surveying cyclists across Ontario to shape future cycling and tourism planning. 📊 Take the 2025 Cycling & Cycle Tourism Survey: surveymonkey.com/r/2025CyclingSurvey 🗓️ Open until Nov 17, 2025
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Ontario Cycling & Cycle Tourism Survey 2025
Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.
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Cassie Smith (she/her) @cassiesmith.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Some great tips here! @envirocentre.bsky.social also has a fantastic resource page about winter cycling, including for families: envirocentre.ca/winter-cycli...
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Winter Cycling | EnviroCentre
Winter transportation Your guide to winter cycling Cycling is a rewarding activity and can be done year-round. If you are just beginning to cycle in the colder months, take the time to learn and build
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Jeff Leiper @jleiper.bsky.social · 26/10/2025
The @envirocentre.bsky.social Tunes and Tracks programmed with the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition continues today until 2 o’clock at South Keys station. Beautiful.
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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 26/10/2025
Beautiful music during this special busking performance today at South Keys Station, organised by @envirocentre.bsky.social. Music provides a calm, pleasant atmosphere and ambiance to the transit experience. I hope busking becomes a permanent reality in Ottawa O-Train network. @octranspo.com
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Jeff Leiper @jleiper.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
Thanks Ottawa Music Industry Coaliton and @envirocentre.bsky.social for doing these! Next one is Sunday from 11-2 at South Keys / Merci à la Coalition de l'industrie musicale d'Ottawa et à @envirocentre.bsky.social pour ces événements ! Le prochain aura lieu dimanche de 11 h à 14 h à South Keys.
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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
What if your daily commute became a place for joy? With Tunes & Tracks, we’re bringing live local music to Ottawa’s transit stations to test how creative placemaking can make public transit more welcoming and connected. Thanks to @octranspo.com & Ottawa Music Industry Coalition!
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Jeff Leiper @jleiper.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
Enjoy another edition of Tunes and Tracks at Bayview through the PM peak today with OK Naledi!
Cassie, Shaun and Felicity pose in a transit station / Cassie, Josh et Felicity posent dans une station de transitOK Naledi with guitar/vocals and drums performs at a transit station platform / OK Naledi avec guitare/chant et batterie se produit sur le quai d'une station de transport en commun
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OC Transpo @octranspo.com · 23/10/2025
🎶Vous avez manqué « Le train en musique » d’ @envirocentre.bsky.social à la station Hurdman mardi dernier? Rassurez-vous, la musique continue!🎸✨ Assistez à des spectacles à la station Bayview aujourd’hui de 15 h à 18 h et égayez votre trajet avec de la musique. www.octranspo.com/fr...
Trois musiciens se produisant à la Station Hurdman.
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