BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:Events Booking BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6aba81db767c6 SUMMARY:Living Shorelines - Learning from Connected Communities: An in-dept h look at Nature-Based Climate Solutions in Atlantic Canada DESCRIPTION:Climate change is here\, it is happening\, and it is impacting New Brunswickers across the province and other Atlantic Canada residents.& nbsp\; Nature-based and natural approaches to adapting to climate change f ocus on implementing infrastructure that restores and protects natural are as while removing greenhouse gasses from the atmosphere\, reducing floodin g and stormwater surge risks\, and supporting biodiversity. There is int erest and support for nature-based climate solutions from residents (see p ublic survey of opinion results \;here) \;and there are many examp les of successful projects across the region (see maps of case studies&nbs p\;Here).  \;Municipalities\, community organizations\, and landowners \, however\, face many barriers and challenges to developing their own nat ure-based projects including access to funding\, materials\, knowledgeable contractors\, native plants\, and more. Join the NBEN\, CLIMAtlantic\, and Nature NB for a seven-part webinar and discussion series throughout Ju ne and early July where we will hear from communities \;across the Atl antic Provinces who \;have implemented nature-based infrastructure. Le t's learn from their experience to understand the  \;challenges they e ncountered in the process\, how they overcame those challenges\, where the y accessed the funds and resources\, and what the results/successes of the projects have been. There will be opportunities to ask speakers your pres sing questions and receive input and advice to surpass the challenges you might be facing in your communities.This webinar will hear from municipali ties on their experiences developing living and hybrid living shorelines t o respond to coastal erosion\, sea level rise\, and stormwater surge in th eir communities. \;A living shoreline is a protected\, stabilized coas tal edge made of natural materials such as plants\, sand\, or rock. Unlike a concrete seawall or other hard structure\, which impedes the growth of plants and animals\, living shorelines grow over time. Many shorelineson r esidential properties have their native plants\, grasses and trees replace d with wooden bulkheads and/or rock walls. This artificial barrier destroy s the natural habitat of birds and aquatic life\, and erosion can still oc cur or be transferred to the neighbouring land. The shore way to a healthy future for our beloved coast might be easier than you think! Join the NBE N\, Nature NB\, and CLIMAtlantic on June 27th from 12-1 pm to hear Lauren Clark from the Town of Mahone Bay\, NS and Madeleine Crowell from the Town of Stratford\, PEI both speak on their living shorelines work.Speakers: Madeleine Crowell\, Environmental Sustainability Coordinator\, Town of St ratford\, PEI \; Madeleine Crowell is the Environmental Sustainabili ty Coordinator for the Town of Stratford PEI\, where she coordinates munic ipal environmental programs\, policies\, and initiatives across all depart ments. She previously worked for and now works closely alongside the local non-profit\, Stratford Area Watershed Improvement Group. Lauren Clark\, Climate and Energy Program Manager\, Town of Mahone Bay\, NS \; Lau ren Clark recently moved to the South Shore of Nova Scotia to work for the innovative Town of Mahone Bay. She has previously worked in the environme ntal non-profit sector and has volunteered across Canada. She attended Mou nt Allison University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Environmental Studies. She is originally from the Annapolis Valley in Nova Scotia and enjoys going on adventures with her 3-legged cat.This sess ion will be in English\, with French interpretation. DTSTART:20230704T150000Z DTEND:20230704T160000Z DTSTAMP:20230516T194727Z ORGANIZER;CN=New Brunswick Environmental Network:MAILTO:nben@nben.ca END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR