Sunday. 10 May, 2026 - Saturday. 16 May, 2026
Week 20
Sunday. 10 May, 2026
10:00 am

Spring Ephemeral Walk

Sasəkatəkok/Sasokatokuk Nature Preserve

By Nature Trust of New Brunswick

Parking/Meeting Location: 46.4504421°, -67.7761779°

Directions: If coming from Fredericton, get on NB-8 S from NB-102 N and Hanwell Rd/NB-640 S. Follow Trans-Canada Hwy/NB-2 W to Centreville Rd/NB-110 W in Simonds. Exit from Trans-Canada Hwy/NB-2 W. Turn left onto Centreville Rd/NB-110 W. The preserve will be on the right after 11km. Park on the side of the road.
Monday. 11 May, 2026
10:00 am

Managing the Environmental Impacts of Data Centres: Assessing environmental impacts and standardised approaches to decarbonisation goals

Online

By Environment Analyst

INTRODUCTION

​Rapid growth in data centre capacity and electricity consumption is a global phenomenon, with investment in data centres expected to reach more than $1tr by 2029. But this growth comes with complex environmental and social challenges, in terms of the demand for land, energy, water, nature conservation and the impact on local communities.
Tuesday. 12 May, 2026
12:00 am

Deadline to Share Your Thoughts on the 2026-2029 Draft Federal Sustainable Development Strategy

Online

The purpose of this consultation is to allow interested people in Canada and Canadians to provide input on the draft 2026-2029 Federal Sustainable Development Strategy before it is considered by Cabinet and tabled in Parliament in November 2026.
10:00 am

Managing the Environmental Impacts of Data Centres: Strategies for resource optimisation and efficiency

Online

By Environment Analyst

INTRODUCTION

​Rapid growth in data centre capacity and electricity consumption is a global phenomenon, with investment in data centres expected to reach more than $1tr by 2029. But this growth comes with complex environmental and social challenges, in terms of the demand for land, energy, water, nature conservation and the impact on local communities.
Wednesday. 13 May, 2026
9:00 am

Tree Planting

By Nashwaak Watershed Association

Overview

Join us May 13th, 21st, 22nd, 25th, or 30th, from 9am - 12 pm at our Nashwaak Watershed restoration sites for tree planting!
10:00 am

Managing the Environmental Impacts of Data Centres: Achieving positive environmental and community impacts through effective site selection

Online

By Environment Analyst

INTRODUCTION

​Rapid growth in data centre capacity and electricity consumption is a global phenomenon, with investment in data centres expected to reach more than $1tr by 2029. But this growth comes with complex environmental and social challenges, in terms of the demand for land, energy, water, nature conservation and the impact on local communities.
12:00 pm

Resilient Forests: History, Humans and Healthy Ecosystems

Online

By CLIMAtlantic

Learn about real-life examples of communities, individuals, and groups actively working on increasing local resilience to extreme weather events.

Join us on:

1:00 pm

Science Café: The Secret Chemistry of Hair Extensions

Online

By Silent Spring Institute

A look at new research on harmful chemicals in synthetic hair extensions and what it reveals about the inequity of everyday beauty. This Science Café explores the health risks associated with this largely unregulated category of beauty products, which disproportionately affect Black women. The discussion highlights the intersection of environmental health, culture, and personal care products, and considers how science can inform safer choices and more health-protective policies.
Saturday. 16 May, 2026
10:00 am

Volunteer Training Day – Hyla Park Nature Preserve

Hyla Park Nature Preserve

By Nature Trust of New Brunswick

Parking/Meeting Location: Meet us at the trail entrance located at 150 Greenwood Drive at 10 a.m., rain or shine, for a day of stewarding and enjoying nature!
3:00 pm

Paddlefest Beach Cleanup

St. Andrews


Join The Fundy Baykeeper, The Conservation Council of NB, and the St. Andrews Cubs & Scouts for a family friendly beach clean up of Minister’s Island. Minister’s Island is graciously offering an entry pass for cleanup participants. Meet at the Bar Road, no registration required. Bags and gloves graciously provided by the Huntsman Marine Science Centre.
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