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Are you interested in learning about the importance of bringing new technologies, related to climate action work, into underserved communities?

In partnership with CLIMAtlantic, Evergreen’s Community Solutions Network is delivering an innovation workshop for municipal city staff and Indigenous leaders from across the region of Atlantic Canada who are interested in climate adaptation and resilience, using data and technology approaches.

Join us in Moncton or online to hear from presenters in Atlantic Canada, followed by a presentation from Evergreen on AI, an interactive workshop from CLIMAtlantic, and a networking opportunity for in-person attendees.

The in-person event will take place from 1:00 - 5:00 pm (ADT) and the virtual event will take place from 1:00 - 3:00 pm (ADT).

The in-person and virtual components of this event will offer French interpretation.

Agenda to be announced.

The Community Solutions Network is a program of Evergreen. The Network is designed to help communities build service area capacity and improve the lives of residents using data and connected technology approaches. This program is funded by the Government of Canada.

Join us for an afternoon session introducing East Coast Environmental Law’s new Guide to Environmental Law in New Brunswick and addressing timely topics in environmental law, including: recent developments in federal impact assessment law, federal and provincial laws protecting biodiversity, and federal and provincial laws designed to expedite the renewable energy transition.

Wele’k Pemjajika’q Siknikt - Côtes en santé N.-B. - Healthy Coasts NB
Mapleton Park Rotary Lodge (600 Mapleton Rd. Moncton, NB)
March 13, 2024 (Snow Date: March 14, 2024)

With support from the Ghost Gear Fund through Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Nature NB would like to invite you to a full-day, in person workshop at the Mapleton Rotary Lodge in Moncton, NB to discuss current work, challenges, and opportunities related to ghost gear mitigation and retrieval work in New Brunswick and the Atlantic region.

Objectives of the Workshop:

• Highlight and celebrate ghost gear mitigation and retrieval work led by Indigenous and non-Indigenous organizations in New Brunswick and Atlantic Canada
• Explore what organizations are active on ghost gear mitigation and removal efforts to identify opportunities to increase efficiencies;
• Identify steps to better coordinate between active organizations and address root causes of ghost gear on the coast
• Review key regulatory and policy considerations to best inform timing and execution of clean ups and disposal
• Share lessons learned and ideas on how to expand ghost gear mitigation and removal efforts, including large-scale clean ups.

Assorted Teas and Coffee with mid-morning snacks, plus Lunch with dessert will be provided.  Please indicate your preferences in the registration form under Lunch Menu. (Dairy-Free and Gluten-Free option available).

Natural Edge: a Guide to Riparian Restoration for Landowners

Are you a landowner in the watershed who is worried about your eroding shoreline? Or just an individual interested in riparian restoration?

Join us on Tuesday, March 26th at 7pm for an intro to the benefits of a natural shoreline and how YOU can make a difference on your property!

This webinar will feature Chloe Lajoie of Watersheds Canada, who will speak about the benefits of a natural shoreline, how to increase climate resiliency, and what landowners can do on their own properties. We’ll also introduce you to our Natural Edge Program, which offers FREE riparian restoration assistance in the Nashwaak Watershed.

This is a free webinar that is open to all. Please sign up with NBEN, by clicking register on this page.