Sustainable Merrickville-Wolford


WE ARE CITIZENS OF MERRICKVILLE-WOLFORD AND AREA WORKING TOGETHER TO CONTRIBUTE TO A SUSTAINABLE, SOCIALLY JUST, LOW-CARBON FUTURE.

What's Happening

  • World-renownd botanist and environmentalist Diana Beresford-Kroeger launches her latest book. In the September 22 episode of the CBC Podcast What On Earth, Laura Lynch interviews local Diana Beresford-Kroeger, discussing her Druid philosophy and decades of scientific study woven into her newest book, Our Green Heart. You can also see a longer interview on the GBH Forum Network.
  • The Merrickville Seed Library is wrapping up for the year. A big thank you to all of the volunteers, contributors, and participants for making this another successful season!
    Now that harvest time is upon us, be sure to save some of your seeds to donate for next year's stock. If you are new to seed saving, there are many sources of information including the Seed Savers Exchange site, which has links to helpful tutorials.
    The Seed Library is located in the Public Library and is free to everyone. Seed donations can be dropped off anytime during regular Library hours.
  • Do you have a bounty of garden produce? Why not donate it to the Merrickville Food Cupboard? The Food Cupboard helps individuals and families in our community when they need it. As well as non-perishable items and financial contributions, they welcome donations of seasonal fresh produce. Click here for more information on how to donate.
  • People throughout the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville and Lanark County are working together to create a food system that nourishes everyone. Check out the FoodcoreLGL website for links to the updated Food Charter, a local food inventory, and other useful resources.
  • In collaboration with the Lions Club, and with the support of the Village of Merrickville-Wolford, SMW is establishing a Re-Use Centre. The Re-Use Centre will provide an alternative to the landfill for items that still have a lot of potential use. Residents of Merrickville-Wolford will be able to drop off and/or find used items at the facility.
    The plan is to have the centre open for a few hours on Saturdays. More information on hours and details on categories of items that will be accepted will be coming soon. If you are interested in volunteering or if you have any general questions, you can contact us at info@sustainableMW.org.
    You can also check out the Rideau Environmental Action League REAL Deal Reuse Store and Environment Centre in Smiths Falls.

Want to learn more? Subscribe to our email list, contact us at info@sustainableMW.org or check out our Facebook page for the latest information.

In the News

  • For the latest national and international news, check out The Energy Mix - a great source of articles on climate change, energy, and carbon-free futures.
  • The CBC's What on Earth is another great source of environmental news - free weekly e-newsletter or podcast subsciptions are available.
  • If you want to know more about what's going on in eastern Ontario, Climate Legacy, which focuses on engaging and mobilizing older Canadians in climate action, has compiled a list of climate action groups in our region, along with a corresponding schedule of events.


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You can make a difference

Take action and improve your practices at home

  • Aim for Zero Waste

    Simple steps to help conserve our natural resources and reduce pollution.

  • Plant a Garden

    Tips and support for planting and preserving your own vegetables.

  • Create a Wildlife Habitat

    You can cteate an area that helps local and migratory wildlife, and enjoy the benefits and beauty they bring.

  • Buy Local

    A list of farms and other helpful links to help you discover local food sources.

  • Green Building & Renovating

    How we build today has huge environmental impacts on how we thrive or survive tomorrow.

Current Initiatives & Projects

What we are doing in our community
Repair

Building a Network

Interested in meeting with like-minded people, building resources, or connecting with other organizations? We can't do it alone. If you are interested in collaborating, communications, or planning, there are lots of opportunities.

Supporting Sustainable Local Food Initiatives

Looking for ways to contribute to food security and support local farms? Join in the discussion and share your ideas!

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Enriching Local Gardens

Dreaming of building a stunning pollinator garden? Interested in seed exchanges? Help us support the Seed Library or discover some amazing alternatives to a traditional lawn.

Advocating for Change

Want to make your voice heard? Join us in encouraging and supporting our municipal leaders in making climate action a priority for our community.