S.E.N.S. Events (January)

  1. 580 Commonage: It’s possible that the developer will come back to Vernon Council in 2026, expecting their sprawl proposal to be accepted. SENS is working with NONC and CAN! to provide, to Council members, financial information about the repercussions for many decades worth of future taxpayers, should Council give the go-ahead. Stay tuned!

    Also, Stop Sprawl Vernon  (SSV)  has recently been organized with a vision of a community with wise, sustainable growth - where development balances economic vitality, environmental stewardship, social connection, and livability— so our city and the places and people we love can thrive today and into the future. SSV will use awareness and public engagement about the costs of sprawl and benefits of wise, sustainable growth planning.

  2. Deep Canvassing: Do it for your planet! Come to the January 10, 10 am – 4pm training, lunch, door to door story sharing and debrief at Vernon’s People Place.  Training will help you to encourage and share lived experiences re: Climate Change in support of a Climate Engagement Centre in Vernon. Canvassing then is  12 - 4 every Saturday to Feb.14.

  3. NEWSLETTER EDITOR POSITION— Amy has moved and would like to be replaced by an individual or a few who would enjoy the extra writing. Contact her at amylaycocksens@gmail.com for details. Also please contact Julia (jblissau@telus.net) re:  your interest and to ask questions. Might you consider sharing the newsletter planning with another reader/editor each month!? Make it yours?

Call to Action

  1. Southern resident Orcas need your help. Orcas are facing extinction without strong action. Noise pollution, boat strikes and climate crisis put this species in imminent danger. Please add your name here to help.

  2. Take a big bite out of your carbon footprint and try the 31 day VEGANUARY challenge. Eat plant-based for 31 days. Lowering your intake of animal products to help the planet and your health. Information is on the veganuary page.

  3. Scotch Thistle Bash: Grasslands Conservation Council of BC  https://bcgrasslands.org/ is planning a clean-up for Earth Day in April. However, should you wish to get a group together and donate your time earlier, February is also a good time to dig/pull the rosettes (the ground’s not frozen and there’s much less dust!) Grey Canal? Or?  Enjoy an hour of gentle shovelling outside with family and friends! SENS to organize a group? Let Heidi know?  hkrwsolutions@gmail.com

  4. Indigenous Books Club: Free for adults, online, via the Okanagan Regional Library system. First Wednesday of each month., 12 noon to 1 pm until March 4th. Register and read the first book, All The Quiet Places” by local author Brian Thomas Isaac, in time for January 7th!  5 spots left! Info via Tracey Davis at  Okanaganclimatehub@gmail.com.  

     

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