We Are The Sustainability Project.

Nurturing Ideas That Transform

At The Sustainability Project, we believe in creating & supporting a culture of sustainability, in the power of change, and in resilience & community.

Here are some of the things we've got going on:

The Sustainability Map list lets you find & connect with organizations addressing climate change.

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Our Events and Workbees keep you up to date with climate-related happenings.

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Scroll down to learn more about how we're involved with opportunities for high school students, accessible local food programs, online and in-person meetups, water management for the Great Lakes Basin, and more.

A Case for RURAL Climate Action

Contributed by: Leigh Grigg, Treasurer This is my own modus operandi right now. It doesn't have to be yours, and it doesn't have to be ours either, …

Heads Up: Inspiration Session

Back By Popular Demand: Join us for our 2025 Annual Inspiration Session at the beautiful Grey Roots Museum (102599 Grey County Rd 18, Owen Sound) on …

Seedlings and Soil: Growing Hope Together

IMAGE: Leeks at sunrise at Saugeen River CSA Did you know that for years, Cory Eichman of Saugeen CSA has been one of the quiet forces behind our g…

Advocacy in Walkerton

Photo: Jo-Anne Harbinson and Bruce Davidson, members of The Sustainability Project, at the Well 5 memorial plaque in Walkerton, on May 20th 2025 mar…

Youth Climate Action Conference

Youth Climate Action Conference 4.0 is set for October 28, 2025 at the Bayshore Community Centre in Owen Sound. We will be welcoming over 125 students and 25+ teachers from 25 schools across the region!

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Each participating school is sending 1-2 educators and up to 5 grade 6-8 students to this free event including:

Professional development for teachers to learn how to connect climate to their curriculum
Hands-on workshops for students
Library of virtual workshops to keep learning with their whole class
Action project funding to turn their project ideas into reality

NEW: Come cross-pollinate with us!

Our Inspiration Session is held annually, to give an opportunity to see what we're doing in the region (90min), and to brainstorm new projects that create a brighter future (30min).

This year, we'll welcome you all at Grey Roots Museum from 10am to 12pm with snack and hot bevvies.

Last year you got to know us, This year you'll be given an opportunity to jump in with both feet!

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Accessible local food programs

Community Gardens & Gleaning Network connects community gardens, local producers, food banks, and end-users to improve and increase local food accessibility.

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NEW: High School Students are encouraged to complete the Application form below to volunteer in our Community Gardens in 2025:

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The Sustainability Map.

Zoom in on the Sustainability Map to where you work and play, and use the map to find volunteer opportunities with groups who are making a difference.

You can also use this as a chance to speak with your wallet.

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We live and work on the ancestral territories of the Saugeen Ojibway, in what is now called Ontario, Canada.

We wish to formally acknowledge the Territory of the Anishinabek Nation: The People of the Three Fires known as Ojibway, Odawa, and Pottawatomie Nations. And further give thanks to the Chippewas of Saugeen, and the Chippewas of Nawash, known collectively as the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, as the traditional keepers of this land.

We respect you and your connection to nature.

Learn More about SON Environment Office