Calling all citizen scientists and nature enthusiasts! The City of Kingston is participating in the annual City Nature Challenge, and we need you to help put us on the map. We participated in the City Nature Challenge last year for the first time, and we got some great results! Kingston participants logged 821 observations over four days, for a total of 325 species of wild flora and fauna...
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It can be easy to fall into the belief that climate change is all bad news, but if the lively discussions that took place at last month’s Climate Change Symposium at Kingston Grand Theatre are any indication, we have ample reason to hope for a future that includes meaningful climate action. Co-presented by City of Kingston and Sustainable Kingston, attendees heard from an enthusiastic and...
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As we step into the new year with aspirations for positive change, there's no better way to kick-start a season of hope and inspiration than by joining the City and Sustainable Kingston at the much-anticipated Climate Change Symposium. Scheduled for Jan. 29, the Symposium will return to Kingston Grand Theatre, bringing together environmental enthusiasts, experts and community leaders to...
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Witnessing remarkable projects come to life with the Kingston Community Climate Action Fund has been truly inspiring. Over the years, our community has joined together to raise $149,000, supporting local charities and their efforts to create a more sustainable and resilient community. As we enter the Fund's fourth year, I'm thrilled to unveil the 2024 Kingston Community Climate Action Fund...
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With the recent closure of applications for the future Neighbourhood Climate Action Champions, I find myself reflecting on the remarkable progress each champion made during their journey to bring their climate action ideas to life. The 2023 Champions led 14 incredible projects designed to inspire their neighbours and reduce community greenhouse gas emissions. Projects included planting...
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