As we stand on the precipice of unprecedented environmental challenges, the imperative for collective action has never been more apparent. Saskatoon, a city nestled in the heart of the Canadian prairies, is at the forefront of pioneering initiatives that seek to harness the power of its citizens in the battle against climate change.
Your Voice, Our Future
The City of Saskatoon beckons its residents to participate in a momentous occasion—the first-ever Climate Action Budget for 2024/2025. In the spirit of democracy, your voice becomes the driving force that shapes the destiny of Saskatoon’s environmental policies. The avenue for your expression: a simple act of letter writing or a request to address the council before the deadline of November 27 at 5 p.m CST.
Giving Tuesday: A Beacon of Generosity
Enter Giving Tuesday, a day designed to embody the spirit of benevolence and altruism. On November 28, your generosity takes center stage, providing vital support to amplify our collective voices advocating for nature-based solutions. This is not just an act of giving; it is an investment in a future where Saskatoon stands resilient against the challenges of a changing climate.
Green Legacies: Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area and George Genereux Urban Regional Park
Consider the living legacies that grace Saskatoon—the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area and the expansive George Genereux Urban Regional Park. In 1972-1973, under the Green Survival Program, these lands were transformed into sanctuaries of greenery. They stand not only as testaments to afforestation but as living examples of the crucial role it plays in addressing the twin crises of climate change and biodiversity loss.
Your Letter: A Catalyst for Change
Why does your letter matter? It matters because it is a catalyst, a spark that ignites the flame of awareness. Your words have the power to resonate beyond the confines of paper, shaping policies and decisions that echo the aspirations of a community committed to climate action.
A Lens to the Future: Insights from Joanna South, Director of Sustainability
Joanna South, Director of Sustainability, offers a profound perspective on the significance of this budget review, stating, “It is really a lens to the next multi-year business plan and budget that will allow council to make timely decisions before Green House Gasses are used. It allows council to better understand the climate impacts of the projects that are being projected.”
Keywords: Planting Seeds of Resilience
In the lexicon of this movement, keywords emerge as beacons of hope: climate resilience, afforestation, biodiversity conservation, green infrastructure, sustainable land management, eco-friendly practices. These terms are not mere rhetoric; they are the building blocks of a resilient and sustainable Saskatoon.
Join the Symphony: Your Symphony
As you raise your pen, envision joining a symphony of voices—a symphony that reverberates through council chambers, across the expansive landscapes of Saskatoon, and into the collective consciousness of a city united for a cause. Your letter is not just a piece of correspondence; it is a melody that contributes to the harmonious future of Saskatoon.
In the spirit of unity, resilience, and collective action, let us inscribe a new chapter in Saskatoon’s history. Let our letters be the instruments that compose a resilient future—one where nature-based solutions prevail, and our city stands as a beacon of sustainability.
António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, said “Infrastructure is a “crucial pathway” to generate economic growth, create decent jobs, transform energy systems, and advance sustainable development, [we need to] turn the infrastructure emergency into the infrastructure opportunity” He said, “We need to move forward, to build a future of resilience, sustainability, and inclusion.” Saskatoon, let our letters be the foundation upon which this future is built.
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For more information:
Blairmore Sector Plan Report; planning for the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area, George Genereux Urban Regional Park and West Swale and areas around them inside of Saskatoon city limits
NEW P4G District Official Community Plan
Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada north of Cedar Villa Road, within city limits, in the furthest south west area of the city. 52° 06′ 106° 45′
Addresses:
Part SE 23-36-6 – Afforestation Area – 241 Township Road 362-A
Part SE 23-36-6 – SW Off-Leash Recreation Area (Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area ) – 355 Township Road 362-A
S ½ 22-36-6 Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area (West of SW OLRA) – 467 Township Road 362-A
NE 21-36-6 “George Genereux” Afforestation Area – 133 Range Road 3063
Wikimapia Map: type in Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
Google Maps South West Off Leash area location pin at parking lot
Web page: https://stbarbebaker.wordpress.com
Where is the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area? with map
Where is the George Genereux Urban Regional Park (Afforestation Area)?with map
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Please help protect / enhance your afforestation areas, please contact the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. (e-mail / e-transfers )Support the afforestation areas with your donation or membership ($20.00/year). Please donate by paypal or by using e-transfers Please and thank you! Your donation and membership is greatly appreciated. Members e-mail your contact information to be kept up to date!
Donations can be made through Paypal, Canada Helps, Contact Donate A Car Canada, SARCAN Drop & Go 106100594 for the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc.
United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration
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“Be like a tree in pursuit of your cause. Stand firm, grip hard, thrust upward. Bend to the winds of heaven..”
Richard St. Barbe Baker