In 2019, the Township of Wilmot transitioned its staff level Sustainability Working Group (SWG) into a Committee of Council. The working group consists of five (5) township staff, two (2) expert community members, one (1) Township Councilor and executive director of Sustainable Waterloo Region.
The SWG demonstrates leadership in environmental stewardship for the Township, and serve as a forum for addressing specific environmental issues. The SWG supports departments of the Corporation on the merits or basis for potential actions in the area of sustainability. The SWG establishes, implements, measures and reports sustainability goals, and supports all stakeholders in advancing upon new and existing sustainability projects.
The Sustainability Working Group meets approximately once a month to discuss please visit our Township calendar to view our schedule, agendas and minutes of previous meetings.
To learn more about the Sustainability Working Group, please read the Terms of Reference or contact us.
Earth Day
Since April 22, 1970, Earth Day has become the largest participatory environmental movement on the planet. This global event creates awareness for environmental protection, conservation and encourages people to take action to reduce environmental impacts. More than 6 million Canadians join 1 billion people from over 170 different countries to participate in Earth Day celebrations and events.
The Township of Wilmot is proud to join over 200 communities across Canada in partnering with EarthDay.ca to create environmental awareness activities. Environmental sustainability and protections are vital to our planet and our community’s way of life. In 2022, the Townships’ focus is on the implementation of carbon reduction strategies and encouraging more community collaboration on sustainability-focused initiatives.
For more information on Earth Day in Canada and other ways you can help protect our planet all years long, please visit earthday.ca.
Earth Day Events
This Earth Day, members of the community are invited to participate in a community-wide clean-up, hosted by the Township of Wilmot, at various trails and parks throughout the community. This event, led by the Wilmot Trails Committee and Wilmot Sustainability Working Group will also serve as an educational opportunity, allowing us to foster discussions around the importance of working together to create a healthier environment for us all.
Please join in the clean-up on Saturday, April 23 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This is a drop-in event where gloves and garbage bags will be provided.
| Site | Address | Point of Contact Location |
|---|---|---|
| New Dundee Park and Community Centre | 1028 Queen Street, New Dundee | Parking lot |
| Kirkpatrick Park | 230 Wilmot Street, New Hamburg | Parking lot |
| Scott Park | 84 Bleams Road West, New Hamburg | Parking lot |
| Arboretum | 470 Waterloo St, New Hamburg | Parking lot |
| Mannheim Community Centre | 1467 Mannheim Road, Mannheim | Parking lot |
| Baden Hills Trail | 2733 Sandhills Road, Wilmot | Parking lot |
During the week of April 18, the Township’s Sustainability Working Group will also be sharing daily challenges focused on carbon and waste reduction efforts in our everyday lives. Visit our Facebook and Twitter platforms for more details.
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