These informative workshops will help you make the steps towards a more sustainable lifestyle at home. Admission is free, however registration is mandatory. Register today as space is limited!
Click here for information and additional dates for Building Green and Selling Green Workshops being held in February throughout Calgary.
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Monday Jan. 16
(5:00pm - 8:00pm) |
Citizen's Agenda Forum
provided by Sustainable Calgary
This 3 hour forum provides an opportunity for Calgarians to come together to discuss
what could be done to make Calgary a more caring, vibrant, and healthy city. Examples ideas include:
- Free transit for all
- An annual festival of Calgary culture
- Recognizing and employing those with international credentials
- Promoting family-friendly public and walkable spaces in both new and established communities
Dinner is provided for registered participants. Child care and transportation costs can be covered on request. For more information, contact Sustainable Calgary at 270-0777.
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270-0777
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Tuesday Jan. 17
(9:00am - 12:00pm) |
EnerVision’s Selling Green Course
provided by EnerVision
Having gained a fundamental knowledge of building science and the building programs available in the local market, Real Estate professionals and new home builders’ sales staff will want to tie it all together in a marketing package. This seminar, funded by the Alberta Real Estate Foundation, focuses on the practical application of this new knowledge for the sales professional by being able to identify the advantages of “green” features and sell the benefits to their customers. |
register by
e-mail
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phone
209-2245 |
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Tuesday Jan. 24
(9:00am - 12:00pm) |
EnerVision’s Building Green: Programs and Science
provided by EnerVision
This 3-hour workshop funded by the Alberta Real Estate Foundation will teach how the house works as a system, with components, interacting to produce a comfortable, healthy and efficient home. Building science, mechanical systems and construction techniques will be taught as students learn to recognize features of a home and the benefits they offer. Workshop includes an information package of Natural Resources Canada booklets for reference. |
register by
e-mail
or
phone
209-2245 |
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Wed. Jan. 25
(9:00am - 12:00pm) |
EnerVision’s Selling Green Course
provided by EnerVision
Having gained a fundamental knowledge of building science and the building programs available in the local market, Real Estate professionals and new home builders’ sales staff will want to tie it all together in a marketing package. This seminar, funded by the Alberta Real Estate Foundation, focuses on the practical application of this new knowledge for the sales professional by being able to identify the advantages of “green” features and sell the benefits to their customers |
register by
e-mail
or
phone
209-2245 |
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Saturday Jan. 28
(10:00am - 12:00pm) |
Urban Sustainability
provided by Sierra Club
Balancing the rapid growth of the Calgary area with long-term sustainability is important to the quality of life we will enjoy today and tomorrow. Join the Sierra Club Chinook Group for a seminar outlining some key ideas and issues to consider when building stronger communities. |
register by
e-mail
or
phone
209-2245 |
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Saturday Jan. 28
(1:00pm - 2:30pm) |
Working with Waste: Personal, Local and National Strategies
provided by Sierra Club
Waste generated from residential homes is a large issue that you can do something about. Come and find out what’s happening on the waste front at the local and national level. Pick up tips about what you can personally do to reduce waste and promote waste reduction and management strategies in your community. |
register by
e-mail
or
phone
209-2245 |
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Sunday Jan. 29
(1:00pm - 3:00pm) |
Natural Landscaping
provided by Sierra Club
Reducing the need for pesticides in your yard and garden is good for your health and the environment. This 90 minute seminar with the Sierra Club Chinook Group will outline easy tips and techniques to use next spring!
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register by
e-mail
or
phone
209-2245 |
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Interested in attending a Building Green or Selling Green workshop in February?
Click here for information and additional dates for Building Green and Selling Green Workshops being held in February throughout Calgary. |
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