Seedy Saturday Vendor & Speaker Applications Open Now! Vendor form: https://forms.gle/gqE7wTo93k8q23St9 Speaker form: https://forms.gle/gmPmvSNLgzfHekBMA The deadline to apply as a vendor is December 1st Seedy Saturday 2025Saturday February 1, 2025Green Venture and Hamilton Public Library are pleased to announce that Hamilton’s annual Seedy Saturday will be happening on February 1, 2025, at the Central Library…
Repair Cafe at Concession Branch November 9th, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Bring your broken household items to the library for repair by HPL’s volunteer fixers. Learn new skills, promote sustainability and build community. Click the button to learn more. Repair Cafe YouthQuake A drop-in program for youth aged 14-24 to discuss themes related…
Even as the autumn leaves fall, many things can still be done (and not done!) in the garden. If your mind is already considering the next growing season (and perhaps our new residential rebate program for 2025), read on about what you can do in the garden this fall to make your garden even better…
Come join us for a family-friendly event filled with nature activities, a Native Plant Sale and a Fall Nature Walk event! Get your tickets today: Tickets here Hosted at 22 Veevers Dr, from 4:00-6:30pm this in-person gathering offers the perfect opportunity to explore the wonders of the fall season. Take a stroll through the EcoHouse grounds, learn about…
Cooling the Crisis: The Environmental Impact of Air Conditioning In Hamilton, the average number of days per year with temperatures over 30°C is expected to more than double in the next 30 years, rising from 16.2 days to 37.2 days of extreme heat (1). These extreme temperatures lead to higher mortality rates from heat-related illnesses…
At Green Venture we care a lot about accessibility and making EcoHouse a place for everyone. We understand as it is, not everyone can explore the property and we are taking steps to remedy that. One of these steps is the purchase of all-terrain wheelchairs! These wheelchairs by GRIT are built to go…
Let’s Celebrate Energy Efficiency Day! Seeking clarity on Ontario’s energy transition? Wondering how you can stay informed and adapt to upcoming changes? Join us on Wednesday, October 2nd at 6 PM (EST) for an engaging virtual session hosted by Green Venture. You can expect to learn about: The energy transition in Ontario How…
EcoHouse Stewardship Weekly opportunities to volunteer and help steward the grounds at EcoHouse. Tuesdays from 5:00-6:00pm and Wednesdays from 10:00-11:30am Volunteer Opportunities Barton Stewardship Join Green Venture in stewarding green spaces along Barton St. September 3 & 17 from 10:30-11:30am More Details and Registration Westinghouse Rain Garden Creation Help plant new rain gardens around Westinghouse. …
Seed Saving Workshop at HPL branches across Hamilton! This September Green Venture is collaborating with the HPL to bring you Seed Saving Workshops across Hamilton! Join Green Venture for an engaging and informative workshop designed to teach you the essential skills of saving, cleaning, and storing seeds. The workshop will delve into the fascinating world of seed cycles, exploring how seeds spread,…
Community Green Spaces: Cultivating a A Greener City Sustainably Through Community Planning Green Venture, in collaboration with Westinghouse HQ, Barton BIA, Adele Pierre, Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, and the Ward 3 office, is excited to announce our Community Rain Garden Planting Day on Thursday, September 5th, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. The…