Unboxing the SDGs for People, Planet, Prosperity, Peace and Partnership

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) were developed at a UN Conference on Sustainable Development in Rio de Janeiro in 2012 to replace the Millennium Development Goals established in 2000. The SDGs are made up of 17 interconnected goals committed to addressing the world’s biggest challenges to improve life for future generations. Halfway […]

Campus Tree Planting (Keele Campus)

To celebrate Earth Month, the York community is invited to participate in campus tree planting at Glendon (April 12) and Keele campus (April 13)! This event will help create positive change – a greener campus with restored ecosystems to help mitigate climate change. NOTE: Limited number of spots for tree planting. Please indicate in the […]

WWF Living Planet Leader Webinar

Did you know you can get recognized for your environmental efforts on campus? We’re hosting a webinar about our partnership with WWF Canada that will help YOU become a Living Planet Leader! Find out how to start your journey on Monday, March 20 from 12:00-1:00 p.m.  REGISTER HERE: https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIkcu-qqT0vHNCmSv0OcpIXyRRYMHcU-TtK

Sustainable Developmental Goals (SDG) Student Hub Information Session

In celebration of SDG Week, sign up for the SDG Student Hub Information Session on March 6, open to any York U student who is interested in learning more about the SDG Student Hub and how to become a member. There will be a brief presentation and an opportunity for questions. REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/3y4DPz4 

Film Screening and Q&A: The Changing Face of Iceland

On Thursday, March 9 at 12:30 p.m., join renowned filmmaker Mark Terry, an adjunct professor in York University’s Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change (EUC), for a film viewing and Q&A on The Changing Face of Iceland, his latest documentary about the impacts of climate change on the island nation of Iceland. The documentary examines […]

Educating for Tomorrow’s Unknowns: Sustainability Front and Centre

Climate change, biodiversity loss, and rising inequalities, whether happening locally or in other parts of the world, not only impact our individual future but are central for collective action in tackling these and other global challenges. How can we understand global issues, and their interconnectedness? How can we learn to live sustainably and ethically without […]

Sustainability Innovation Fund (SIF) – Information Session

Please sign up for an Sustainability Innovation Fund (SIF) information session open to any community member who is interested in learning more about the SIF and the application process. There will be a brief presentation and an opportunity for questions. You will receive a confirmation email with meeting details.   Register here.