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Our vision: an environmentally healthy and sustainable community.
10/05/2026
A healthy local economy and a healthy local environment aren't competing priorities, they're deeply intertwined.
Sustainability doesn't have to mean a massive overhaul of a business’s operations: it can start with upgraded lighting, rethinking packaging, or supporting staff who bike to work. One step, shared with others, can help contribute to a regional shift.
Brenda Whitehead believes that's how business communities can grow green together.
Read the full piece from the Peterborough + Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce’s CEO and president in the latest GreenUP column at the link below.
https://greenup.on.ca/a-thriving-local-economy-needs-a-healthy-local-environment/
Are you ready for Heat Pump Week? Secure your spot for one (or all) of GreenUP's free events during the week of October 13-16!
Looking to get the basics on heat pumps? Sign up for Heat Pumps 101, happening online on October 13th from 12-1pm, where you can learn all about how a heat pump works, what types there are, and other basics to consider before making the switch.
To register for this event and the others in the series, visit the link below.
https://greenup.on.ca/HeatPumpWeek2026
During the August 27 Family Night celebration, GreenUP Ecology Park program coordinator Jonathan Armstrong led an educational tree tour, sharing the unique features of several trees around the park. Families gathered around as he talked about the Butternut tree, one of the only endangered trees in Ontario.
There is always lots to learn for folks of all ages at Ecology Park. Click the link below to find out more.
https://greenup.on.ca/ecology-park/
10/01/2026
We live in a beautiful region with a vibrant tourism sector. As more visitors discover what makes it special, we wanted to share what local businesses are doing to protect it.
Join Green Economy Peterborough on Wednesday, Oct. 7 from 1-2 p.m. for a webinar featuring three tourism organizations leading the way on greening the sector. In discussion with 4th Line Theatre, Elmhirst's Resort, and Regional Tourism Organization 8 (RTO8), we'll dig into why its important for business and what's working for them!
Free to attend — registration link below.
Have a green tourism question you want answered at the event? Drop it in the comments and we'll make sure we'll cover it!
https://GreenTourism26Webinar.eventbrite.ca
09/30/2026
September 30th is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. It’s a time to remember the children who never returned home from Residential Schools, and to honour survivors and their families.
Reconciliation is rooted in the courage to listen, the humility to acknowledge past and ongoing harms, and an unwavering commitment to upholding the truth while confronting denialism in all forms.
GreenUP stands in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples today and every day, committing ourselves to the essential, ongoing work of truth-telling and meaningful reconciliation.
Our office is closed today so that staff can observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Here are a few ways to show your support:
🟠 Learn about the 94 Calls to Action (CTAs), actionable policy recommendations created by the National Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. https://nctr.ca/about/truth-and-reconciliation-commission-of-canada/
🟠 Learn about the treaties that apply where you work and where you live. Treaties are agreements made between the Canadian government and Indigenous groups that define ongoing rights and obligations. You can start by looking online for a map of Ontario treaties. https://www.ontario.ca/page/map-ontario-treaties-and-reserves
🟠 Wear an orange T-shirt to show solidarity. "Every Child Matters" T-shirts raise awareness across Canada about the Indian Residential Schools and their continuing impacts on survivors, their families, and communities. Be sure to purchase yours from an Indigenous-owned business.
🟠 Honour those impacted in a way that's meaningful to you. Listen to the stories of Elders, educate yourself, and pledge to remain committed to Truth and Reconciliation year round. What's most important is that participation is ongoing.
SALE ALERT! There are 956 trees and shrubs left in stock at GreenUP Ecology Park Native Plant Nursery. That's more plants than we want to overwinter.
Swing by the nursery Thursday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. until Oct. 9th to pick up yours. All shrubs are 20% off and most of our trees are 30% off regular price.
Check out the link below for hours and species availability, or give us a call at (705) 927-1104.
https://greenup.on.ca/greenup-ecology-park-plant-catalogue/
09/29/2026
Start getting excited about Heat Pump Week!
If you've ever wondered how a heat pump works, wanted to see how others in our area are feeling about their heat pumps, or meet a heat pump contractor, this week is for you!
Click the link below to check out GreenUP's free events happening throughout the week of October 13-16.
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/heat-pump-week-2026-4871989/
09/28/2026
GreenUP staff had the opportunity to catch up with a lovely couple, Shannon & Daniel, who had their wedding photos taken at Ecology Park last June. They were kind enough to share these stunning images by Alastair Macpherson. He really captured how beautiful and romantic this little natural oasis can be.
Click the link in bio to learn more about GreenUP Ecology Park.
09/28/2026
Call for Volunteers!
Want to help make Peterborough a better place to walk and cycle? Join us for our annual pedestrian and cyclist counts!
Volunteers will spend a two-hour shift counting people walking, cycling and rolling at locations around Peterborough. The information collected helps us better understand how people are getting around and supports efforts to improve active transportation in our community.
Volunteer shifts:
🚶🏽Tuesday, September 29: 11 a.m.–1 p.m. or 3–5 p.m.
🚶🏽Thursday, October 1: 11 a.m.–1 p.m. or 3–5 p.m.
🚶🏽Saturday, October 3: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
No specialized experience is needed — we will provide information, some training & snacks!
Follow the link below and sign up through the GreenUP volunteer portal.
https://greenup4.my.site.com/volunteersignup/s/
09/27/2026
Family Night at GreenUP’s Ecology Park was a hit with local families. More than 250 people gathered at the park to celebrate the end of summer together. From giant bubbles to face painting, an informative tree tour, educational puppet show, water, music, lanterns and more, it was a jam-packed evening of enjoying time outdoors as a community.
Check out this week’s column to learn more about GreenUP’s end-of-the-season celebration on August 27.
Click the link below to read the column.
https://greenup.on.ca/ecology-park-buzzed-with-family-fun-during-end-of-summer-celebration/
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