| National Zero Waste Council launches a National Food Waste Reduction Strategy | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/issue-27/380/National Zero Waste Council launches a National Food Waste Reduction Strategy | National Zero Waste Council launches a National Food Waste Reduction Strategy | <div class="ExternalClassE2B43513BC21420DBAF0AEA6F0C10560"><p>Canadians waste $100
billion of food each year. This call to action supports a resource efficient
food system, innovation throughout the food chain and behavior change for both
households and businesses.</p></div> | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/PublishingImages/issue27-nzwc-banner.jpg | Read more... | nzwc | Full | |
| 6th Annual Zero Waste Conference: another resounding success | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/issue-27/381/6th Annual Zero Waste Conference: another resounding success | 6th Annual Zero Waste Conference: another resounding success | <div class="ExternalClass9223AD304FF34B0591548C7DB79DE578"><p>Over 650 participants
discussed innovation in the marketplace, food waste, repair and reuse, the
built environment and using design principles found in nature as part of the
2016 conference. <br><br></p></div> | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/PublishingImages/issue27-zwc-looptworks.jpg | Read more... | zwc | Full | |
| Advancing regional prosperity | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/issue-27/382/Advancing regional prosperity | Advancing regional prosperity | <div class="ExternalClass23C166474D9A4A48836C5A5E73615038"><p>This
collaboration among businesses, local governments, academia, professional
associations and civic organizations aims to improve and expand the prosperity
of the Metro Vancouver region.<br><br></p></div> | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/PublishingImages/issue27-rpi.jpg | Read more... | prosperity | Full | |
| NEW Regional Homelessness Task Force | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/issue-27/383/NEW Regional Homelessness Task Force | NEW Regional Homelessness Task Force | <div class="ExternalClassA67E2774269A45D593ED0549F2E1F30D"><p>Metro Vancouver has created a Regional Homelessness Task Force in a bid to tackle a rise in tent cities and street homelessness across the region.</p></div> | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/PublishingImages/issue27-homelessness.jpg | Read more... | homelessness | Full | |
| Chum salmon return to Brunette in record numbers | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/issue-27/384/Chum salmon return to Brunette in record numbers | Chum salmon return to Brunette in record numbers | <div class="ExternalClass8879FDCC76CB4912AA1B1C6C1302C72D"><p>Metro
Vancouver’s recently completed fishway near the Cariboo Dam in Burnaby Lake
Regional Park is proving itself this year with a banner chum salmon run.</p></div> | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/PublishingImages/issue27-chum-salmon.jpg | Read more... | chum | Full | |
| Winter walks in Regional Parks | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/issue-27/385/Winter walks in Regional Parks | Winter walks in Regional Parks | <div class="ExternalClass7C81146100C24AF59CAAA939ACA2459E"><p>Need to catch your breath?
Grab a friend and visit your nearest regional park for a winter walk to connect
with nature. Tips on what to wear to stay safe and warm. </p></div> | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/PublishingImages/issue27-winter-walks.jpg | Read more... | parks | Full | Take a break from holiday stresses. The more the merrier! (Capilano River Regional Park) |
| Deck the halls with…local berries | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/issue-27/386/Deck the halls with…local berries | Deck the halls with…local berries | <div class="ExternalClassE33BFDF1514E42DF8C8A8479D9B93DB0"><p>The Regional Invasive Species Task Force asks you to keep an eye out for some common invasive species whether you’re decorating for the holidays, or planning the next phase of your garden.</p>
</div> | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/PublishingImages/issue27-holly.jpg | Read more... | berries | Full | |
| January 2017 Transfer Stations changes | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/issue-27/387/January 2017 Transfer Stations changes | January 2017 Transfer Stations changes | <div class="ExternalClass7743515F07644C4CA32A55838FB7B317"><p>Do you
take garbage and recycling directly to the region’s transfer stations? Look for
a few changes starting January 2017.</p></div> | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/PublishingImages/issue27-ts-map.jpg | Read more... | transferstations | Full | |
| Sustainability Toolbox inspires youth leaders | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/issue-27/388/Sustainability Toolbox inspires youth leaders | Sustainability Toolbox inspires youth leaders | <div class="ExternalClass24F41C2B959A497A90CF3907B4E52F73"><p>This youth
leadership program, recognized by the BC
Ministry of Education, engages young people to develop the knowledge,
inspiration and skills necessary to lead collaborative action and influence
sustainability - at school and beyond.</p></div> | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/PublishingImages/issue27-sustainability-toolbox.jpg | Read more... | y4a | Full | |
| Create Memories, Not Garbage | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/issue-27/389/Create Memories, Not Garbage | Create Memories, Not Garbage | <div class="ExternalClassD20B1880A31149709B6A38CDAD1A2CDF"><p>Free coupons for friends and relations and gift and decorating ideas all at your fingertips. Now that's a festive treat for anyone pulling together Christmas celebrations. Last minute shopper? We've got you covered.</p></div> | http://www.metrovancouver.org/metroupdate/PublishingImages/issue27-cmng.jpg | Read more... | cmng | Full | |
