Vaughan powers down for Earth Hour
YorkRegion.com
March 12, 2015
By Kim Champion
The city, in partnership with Earth Hour Vaughan and PowerStream, hosts its annual Earth Hour celebration at city hall Saturday, March 28. The event begins at 6:30 p.m., with Earth Hour observed from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Aside from turning the lights out for an hour, you can expect a number of other activities including:
- Opening ceremonies at 8 p.m.;
- Professional energy exhibit;
- Lantern making, followed by a lantern walk around the community;
- Environmental Jeopardy for participating secondary schools;
- Cycling night ride*;
- Awards ceremony to recognize Vaughan’s Green Heroes and;
- Live entertainment and refreshments.
Visitors to the energy conservation exhibit will learn about energy cost savings, energy technologies, conservation tips, and environmental solutions for work, home, and school.
Exhibitors will answer questions and provide demonstrations on how you can change the way you consume energy.
*Cyclists must register with the Bicycle Users Group (BUG) by emailing vaughanbug@gmail.com.
Space is limited and cyclists must be equipped with the proper cycling equipment and gear to participate.
For more information, email environment@vaughan.ca.
2015 energy exhibitors include:
- PowerStream
- City of Vaughan, Green Directions
- York Region Sustainable and Active Transportation
- Bicycle Users' Group (BUG)
- York Region Environmental Alliance
- Kortright Centre for Conservation Sustainable Houses
- Maple Lions' Club E-Waste Project
- Mr. Handyman of Vaughan
- Eco Choice Windows
- Warming Window Shades (DIY)
- Maple Air Inc (heating and air conditioning)
- Eco-Building Resources
- Lee Valley Tools
- Reptilia
