BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Embark Sustainability Society - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Embark Sustainability Society REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20180311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20181104T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250408T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250408T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201826 CREATED:20241119T020807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T174735Z UID:10000590-1744119000-1744126200@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Climate Workshop: Protecting Lhuḵw’lhuḵw’áyten DESCRIPTION:Climate Workshop: Protecting Lhuḵw’lhuḵw’áyten \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date & Time\n Tue\, April 8th\, 20251:30 PM – 3:30 PM PDT \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n The Embark Studio\, SUB 1310\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Dr. Tim Takaro and Natasha Ivkov in this workshop about building a stronger anti-TMX movement through student-led advocacy\, collaboration\, and direct action! \n \n \n \n \n \n About the event\nSḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) refers to Burnaby Mountain as Lhuḵw’lhuḵw’áyten\, “where the bark gets peeled in spring.” The name is derived from the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw word for arbutus tree\, lhulhuḵw’ay\, which comes from lhuḵw’ (peel) and means “always peeling”. When we recognize place names like Lhuḵw’lhuḵw’áyten\, we are acknowledging the original histories that have been here since time immemorial\, prior to the colonization of these spaces. \nThe Trans Mountain Expansion (TMX) pipeline continues to be a critical issue impacting our communities\, environment\, and future. As students and community members\, we have a role to play in shaping the response\, ensuring that voices of resistance are heard\, and building collective strategies for action. This event is a follow-up to the recent community town hall on TMX\, offering an opportunity to deepen student understanding of the project\, its ongoing effects\, and what we can do moving forward to stay prepared. We’ll explore how students can effectively organize on campus and beyond\, discuss key updates on TMX\, and share practical tools for mobilization\, advocacy\, and direct action. Whether you’re new to organizing or already involved\, this session is a space for connection\, collaboration\, and preparation. By coming together\, we can strengthen our networks\, learn from one another\, and build a more resilient movement. The conversation doesn’t end at awareness—this is about taking meaningful steps toward action. \n \n \n \n \n \n Land ACKNOWLEDGEMENT\nThis event takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish)\, səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)\, and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations. \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT THE FACILITATORS\nDr. Tim Takaro (he/him)Dr. Takaro is a professor emeritus and physician-scientist in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University. His research is primarily about the links between human exposures and disease\, and planetary health. With immense gratitude to the First Peoples\, he is beginning to use Indigenous knowledge to relearn environmental health as he tests different interventions in climate action and planet protection. This collaboration and the failure to stop TMX with the usual academic public health approach of education and advocacy\, Dr. Takaro led Protect the Planet into the trees to block construction\, resulting in his incarceration in June 2022. \nNatasha Ivkov (she/her)Natasha is a third-year Chemistry major and Sustainable Development minor at SFU\, and a core organizer with SFU350. She is passionate about fighting for equity in intersecting movements and has been doing community organizing since 2019. With SFU350\, she has learned a lot about TMX resistance\, and is working on advocating for proper emergency response measures to be implemented in the area surrounding the Trans Mountain Tank Farm. \n  \n \n Register now\n \n \n \n \n \n Event Accessibility\nEmbark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark Sustainability members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as Embark Sustainability Associate Members. \nThis event will be held indoors at the Embark Studio\, room #1310 of the Student Union Building (SUB)\, SFU Burnaby. The Embark Studio is: \n\nWheelchair accessible\nLocated near wheelchair accessible and gender-neutral restrooms\nWelcomes all gender identities and expressions\nA tree nut and peanut-free zone\nA scent-free zone\nProvides access to a quiet space for personal meditation\, reflection\, or prayers\n\nOther accessibility details include: \n\nAs an attendee\, you are free to opt-in and opt-out of activities as suit your needs throughout the event\, including exiting and re-entering the event space.\nUnfortunately\, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time.\n\nWe aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you\, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.\n \n \n \n \n \n Health & Safety\nParticipants who register are agreeing to release Embark Sustainability Society from any liability related to COVID-19. Masks are optional but encouraged.\n \n \n \n \n \n Community Agreement\nBy registering to attend this event\, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others\, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers. \nEmbark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race\, ethnicity\, place of origin\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, religious affiliation\, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance. \nIf these agreements are broken by someone\, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event.\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions\nIf you have any questions about this event\, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for this Event\nget reminders & event details now URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/climate-workshop-5/ LOCATION:The Embark Studio\, SUB 1310 - 8888 University Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5A 1S6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Climate Equity,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Apr-CW-Website-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250304T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250304T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201826 CREATED:20241119T020124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T233727Z UID:10000609-1741095000-1741102200@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Climate Workshop DESCRIPTION:Climate Workshop: Write\, Release\, and Restore\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date & Time\n Tue\, Mar 4\, 20251:30 PM – 3:30 PM PDT \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n The Embark Studio\, SUB 1310\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an afternoon of healing as we explore the intersection of climate change\, emotional resilience\, and creative expression! This workshop is designed to provide a safe space for participants to process the weight of environmental distress through the powerful art of poetry. Whether you are an experienced writer or a first-time poet\, you’ll have the opportunity to craft verses that help you cope with eco-grief and its emotional toll. \nThe facilitator will guide participants through thought-provoking prompts related to climate equity\, environmental justice\, and personal healing. You are welcome to bring a poem in progress or create something new. \nAt the end of the session\, you will be invited to share your work in an open\, supportive atmosphere. The small\, informal “stage” will offer a platform to voice your feelings and reflections\, creating a collective space for healing through words. Whether you choose to share or simply listen\, this workshop is an opportunity to connect with others who understand the emotional complexities of living in an era of climate change. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Land Acknowledgement\nThis event takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish)\, səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)\, and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations.\n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT THE FACILITATORS\nAtena (they/them)Atena is an Iranian settler studying political science with an interest in law and social justice. They have been writing stories since they were 15\, using it as a medium to express their thoughts and emotions. They are currently writing a novel and are passionate about supporting others in finding their voice. \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Accessibility\nEmbark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark Sustainability members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as Embark Sustainability Associate Members. \nThis event will be held indoors at the Embark Studio\, room #1310 of the Student Union Building (SUB)\, SFU Burnaby. The Embark Studio is: \n\nWheelchair accessible\nLocated near wheelchair accessible and gender-neutral restrooms\nWelcomes all gender identities and expressions\nA tree nut and peanut-free zone\nA scent-free zone\nProvides access to a quiet space for personal meditation\, reflection\, or prayers\n\nOther accessibility details include: \n\nAs an attendee\, you are free to opt-in and opt-out of activities as suit your needs throughout the event\, including exiting and re-entering the event space.\nUnfortunately\, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time.\n\nWe aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you\, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.\n \n \n \n \n \n Health & Safety\nParticipants who register are agreeing to release Embark Sustainability Society from any liability related to COVID-19. Masks are optional but encouraged.\n \n \n \n \n \n Community Agreement\nBy registering to attend this event\, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others\, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers. \nEmbark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race\, ethnicity\, place of origin\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, religious affiliation\, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance. \nIf these agreements are broken by someone\, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event.\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions\nIf you have any questions about this event\, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for this Event\nget reminders & event details now URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/climate-workshop-4-2/ LOCATION:The Embark Studio\, SUB 1310 - 8888 University Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5A 1S6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Climate Equity,Embark Sustainability,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Feb-25-CW-web-banner.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250114T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250114T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201826 CREATED:20241119T014838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250111T024357Z UID:10000608-1736861400-1736868600@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Climate Workshop: Rework\, Reuse\, Revolutionize DESCRIPTION:Climate Workshop: Rework\, Reuse\, Revolutionize \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date & Time\n Tue\, Jan 14\, 20251:30 PM – 3:30 PM PDT \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n The Embark Studio\, SUB 1310\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a hands-on workshop where creativity meets sustainability! In this session\, we will unlock the power of upcycling and learn how to transform old t-shirts into stylish\, reusable tote bags. This is a fun and practical way to fight back against the waste of fast fashion while giving new life to materials that would otherwise end up in the landfill. Let’s get crafty\, make a statement\, and create something beautiful while minimizing our ecological footprint! Feel free to bring materials from home that you’d like to upycle. \n \n \n \n \n \n Land Acknowledgement\nThis event takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish)\, səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)\, and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations.\n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT THE FACILITATORS\nkAt (he/they/she)kAt is an amateur sewist with a passion for sustainable fashion. He enjoys working on a variety of design projects – from creating bags and clothing to crafting accessories. Recently\, upcycling has become a central focus of their work – embracing a more conscientious approach to fashion consumption. kAt is excited to share what she’s learned and connect with others who are also passionate about sustainability. \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Accessibility\nEmbark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark Sustainability members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as Embark Sustainability Associate Members. \nThis event will be held indoors at the Embark Studio\, room #1310 of the Student Union Building (SUB)\, SFU Burnaby. The Embark Studio is: \n\nWheelchair accessible\nLocated near wheelchair accessible and gender-neutral restrooms\nWelcomes all gender identities and expressions\nA tree nut and peanut-free zone\nA scent-free zone\nProvides access to a quiet space for personal meditation\, reflection\, or prayers\n\nOther accessibility details include: \n\nSewing machines will be used throughout the event. Ear plugs will be available for especially those sensitive to loud\, prolonged noise. \nAs an attendee\, you are free to opt-in and opt-out of activities as suit your needs throughout the event\, including exiting and re-entering the event space.\nUnfortunately\, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time.\n\nWe aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you\, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n Health & Safety\nParticipants who register are agreeing to release Embark Sustainability Society from any liability related to COVID-19. Masks are optional but encouraged.\n \n \n \n \n \n Community Agreement\nBy registering to attend this event\, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others\, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers. \nEmbark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race\, ethnicity\, place of origin\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, religious affiliation\, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance. \nIf these agreements are broken by someone\, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event.\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions\nIf you have any questions about this event\, please contact Embark’s Climate Equity Coordinator at climate@embarksustainability.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for this Event\nget reminders & event details now URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/climate-workshop-4/ LOCATION:The Embark Studio\, SUB 1310 - 8888 University Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5A 1S6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Climate Equity,Embark Sustainability,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Jan-CW-Website-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241204T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241204T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201826 CREATED:20240719T192448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T183110Z UID:10000585-1733319000-1733326200@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Climate Workshop DESCRIPTION:Climate Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date & Time\n Wed\, December 4\, 20241:30 PM – 3:30 PM PDT \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n The Embark Studio\, SUB 1310 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 🌱🌿Discover the power of tiny greens and learn how to grow your own microgreens in this hands-on workshop focused on climate equity and sustainability. Microgreens are a nutrient-packed\, eco-friendly way to take action for the planet—right from your kitchen! \nIn this interactive session\, you’ll gain practical skills to start your own kitchen garden\, explore the benefits of microgreens for both health and the environment\, and learn how growing your own food can be a powerful tool for building equitable\, resilient communities. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned gardener\, you’ll leave with the confidence and knowledge to grow your own greens and contribute to a more sustainable future.🥬☀️ \nThis event is first-come first-serve until we reach capacity\, so we encourage you to register and arrive 10 minutes early. Thanks and see you there!✨ \n \n \n \n \n \n Land Acknowledgement\nThis event takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish)\, səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)\, and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations.\n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT THE FACILITATORS\nPablo Vimos (he/him)Pablo is an organic master gardener with a degree in Landscape Ecology. He has been managing Embark gardens for over nine years\, facilitating hands-on activities on how to grow food\, plant and maintain gardening beds\, and build wildlife habitats. He loves sharing his knowledge to help others start their gardening journey. \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Accessibility\nEmbark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark Sustainability members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as Embark Sustainability Associate Members. \nThis event will be held indoors at the Embark Studio\, room #1310 of the Student Union Building (SUB)\, SFU Burnaby. The Embark Studio is: \n\nWheelchair accessible\nLocated near wheelchair accessible and gender-neutral restrooms\nWelcomes all gender identities and expressions\nA tree nut and peanut-free zone\nA scent-free zone\nProvides access to a quiet space for personal meditation\, reflection\, or prayers\n\nOther accessibility details include: \n\nAs an attendee\, you are free to opt-in and opt-out of activities as suit your needs throughout the event\, including exiting and re-entering the event space.\nUnfortunately\, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time.\n\nWe aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you\, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n Health & Safety\nParticipants who register are agreeing to release Embark Sustainability Society from any liability related to COVID-19. Masks are optional but encouraged.\n \n \n \n \n \n Community Agreement\nBy registering to attend this event\, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others\, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers. \nEmbark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race\, ethnicity\, place of origin\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, religious affiliation\, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance. \nIf these agreements are broken by someone\, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event.\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions\nIf you have any questions about this event\, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for this Event\nget reminders & event details now URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/climate-workshop-3/ LOCATION:The Embark Studio\, SUB 1310 - 8888 University Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5A 1S6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Climate Equity,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Dec-CW-Website.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201826 CREATED:20240719T192229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T164959Z UID:10000584-1730813400-1730820600@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Climate Workshop DESCRIPTION:Climate Workshop: Penning for Palestine\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date & Time\n Tues\, November 5th\, 20241:30 PM – 3:30 PM PDT \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n The Embark Studio\, SUB #1310 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a powerful workshop focused on bridging climate equity with social justice\, where we will mobilize our voices to demand action from our universities. This event will bring together students\, activists\, and community members to write letters urging university administrators to divest from war contractors. \nAgenda: \n\n1:30-2:00 PM: Introductions & Guest Speaker\n2:00-2:15 PM: How to Write a Letter\n2:15-3:30 PM: Letter Writing Session\n\nThis is not just a workshop; but a part of a larger student movement toward seeing a liberated Palestine and an end to Israeli Occupation. Let your voice be heard as we advocate for a world where our institutions reflect our values. \n \n \n \n \n \n Land Acknowledgement\nThis event takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish)\, səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)\, and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations.\n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT THE FACILITATORS \nParsa Alirezaei (he/him)Parsa Alirezaei is a former intern at the International Court of Justice. He’s currently working at the Centre for Comparative Muslim Studies as a research assistant\, Law for Palestine as a researcher\, and Spheres of Influence as a managing editor. He’s also a junior researcher of national self-determination movements in modern MENA/SWANA. \nAlly Soriano (she/her)Ally is a first-generation Filipina settler\, born and residing on unceded Coast Salish territories. She is a climate organizer and serves as the communications coordinator for SFU350. Currently studying in Communications and Indigenous Studies at SFU\, Ally is passionate about the role of communications in student-led movements and is committed to raising awareness and building resistance against the ways genocide fuels climate change. \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Accessibility\nEmbark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark Sustainability members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as Embark Sustainability Associate Members. \nThis event will be held indoors at the Embark Studio\, room #1310 of the Student Union Building (SUB)\, SFU Burnaby. The Embark Studio is: \n\nWheelchair accessible\nLocated near wheelchair accessible and gender-neutral restrooms\nWelcomes all gender identities and expressions\nA tree nut and peanut-free zone\nA scent-free zone\nProvides access to a quiet space for personal meditation\, reflection\, or prayers\n\nOther accessibility details include: \n\nAs we’ll be addressing sensitive topics\, it’s important that our attendees are able to address their needs in the moment. Attendees are free to opt in and opt out of activities as suits their needs throughout the event\, including exiting and re-entering the event space.\nUnfortunately\, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time.\n\nWe aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you\, please contact our Climate Justice Coordinator at climate@embarksustainability.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n Health & Safety\nParticipants who register are agreeing to release Embark Sustainability Society from any liability related to COVID-19. Masks are optional but encouraged.\n \n \n \n \n \n Community Agreement\nBy registering to attend this event\, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others\, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers. \nEmbark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race\, ethnicity\, place of origin\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, religious affiliation\, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance. \nIf these agreements are broken by someone\, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event.\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions\nIf you have any questions about this event\, please contact our Climate Justice Coordinator at climate@embarksustainability.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for this Event!\nget reminders & event details now URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/climate-workshop-2/ LOCATION:The Embark Studio\, SUB 1310 - 8888 University Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5A 1S6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Climate Equity,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Nov-CW-Website-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240920T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240920T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201826 CREATED:20240827T165502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T181128Z UID:10000588-1726828200-1726851600@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Climate Strike Art Build DESCRIPTION:Climate Strike Art Build\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date & Time\n Fri\, September 20\, 202410:30 AM – end of strike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n The Embark Studio (departure via transit to Vancouver City Hall at 12pm) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for this poster/art build and connect with other students heading to the global climate strike at Vancouver City Hall! \nAgenda: \n10:30 AM – Art and Poster Making11:30 AM – Clean up and prep for travel12:00 PM – Transit to Vancouver City Hall (bring your Compass card!)1:00 PM – Global Climate Strike   \nAttendees are free to attend the strike or choose to participate in poster/art-making only! If you are joining the strike\, we recommend you prepare by bringing ear plugs\, a water bottle\, snack\, mask\, and appropriate dress. Attendees are responsible for assessing their capacity and are free to opt out at any time.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Land Acknowledgement\nThis event takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish)\, səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)\, Katzie and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations. \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Accessibility\nEmbark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark Sustainability members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as Embark Sustainability Associate Members. \nThe art-build portion of this event will be held indoors at the Embark Studio\, room #1310 of the Student Union Building (SUB)\, SFU Burnaby. The Embark Studio is: \n\nwheelchair accessible\nwelcomes all gender identities and expressions\na tree nut and peanut-free zone\na scent-free zone\nlocated near wheelchair accessible and gender-neutral restrooms\nprovides access to a quiet space for personal meditation\, reflection\, or prayers\n\nOther accessibility details include: \n\nAt both the art-build and strike\, it’s important folks are able to address their needs in the moment. Attendees are free to opt in and opt out of activities as suits their needs throughout the event.\nWe aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.\nUnfortunately\, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time.\n\nWe aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you\, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n Health & Safety\nParticipants who register are agreeing to release Embark Sustainability Society from any liability related to COVID-19. Masks are optional but encouraged. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Agreement\nBy registering to attend this event\, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others\, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers. \nEmbark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race\, ethnicity\, place of origin\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, religious affiliation\, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance. \nIf these agreements are broken by someone\, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event.\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions\nIf you have any questions about this event\, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for this event\nGET REMINDERS & EVENT DETAILS NOW URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/climate-strike-art-build/ LOCATION:The Embark Studio\, SUB 1310 - 8888 University Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5A 1S6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Climate Equity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/SEPTEMBER-CW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240717T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240718T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201826 CREATED:20240527T190436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T191032Z UID:10000125-1721210400-1721322000@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Liberation Summer Organizers' Bootcamp DESCRIPTION:Liberation Summer Organizers’ Bootcamp\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date & Time\n Weds\, July 17 & Thurs\, July 18\, 202410:00 AM – 5:00 PM PDT \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n SFU Harbour Centre & 312 Main \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are you ready to win freedom for yourself\, your family\, and your communities? Come find your kinfolk with Embark Sustainability\, SFPIRG\, and Organizing for Change for two days of learning\, sharing\, networking\, and skill building. Register now to join us July 17-18 for Liberation Summer at SFU Harbour Centre and 312 Main. \nAs we build our collective power in response to the urgency of ongoing global crisis\, moments of reflection and connection are crucial in strategizing to realize the change we want\, need\, and deserve in the world today. It’s vital to lift each other up in this fight and collaborate on our tactics together in real-time. Whether you are a seasoned activist or new to the game\, enrolled student or lifelong learner\, employed in an environmental organization or aspiring to work in the sector someday soon\, all are welcome\, and we know we are strongest when we harness the diversity of our networks. \nFrom July 17-18\, we will be building intentional space for both emerging and veteran organizers to come together and strategize our next steps at the intersections of climate justice\, disability justice\, abolition\, Indigenous sovereignty\, poverty reduction\, and racial justice. Participants in Liberation Summer will leave better motivated and equipped to actively work toward climate justice sustained by their community and comrades. \nWhat can you expect from us? \n\nRelationship Building\nIntergenerational exchanges of knowledge\nMulti-sensory workshops & activities\nStrategies for building sustainable movements\nResources for getting involved in local climate and social justice movements\n\nIf you have any questions or support needs\, please email programs@embarksustainability.org. In the meantime\, remember: “Another world is not only possible\, she is on her way; on a quiet day\, I can hear her breathing.” ~ Arundhati Roy \n \n \n \n \n \n Land Acknowledgement\nThis event takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish)\, səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)\, and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations.\n \n \n \n \n \n Event Accessibility\nEmbark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, plot renters\, as well as Embark Associate Members. \nThis event will be held at SFU Harbour Centre and 312 Main. Accessibility details include: \n\nAll spaces are wheelchair accessible.\nWe aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.\nWe cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time.\nAs an attendee\, you are free to opt-in and opt-out of activities as suit your needs throughout the event\, including exiting and re-entering the event space.\n\nWe aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you\, please contact our Programs Manager at programs@embarksustainability.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n Health & Safety\nWe further acknowledge that COVID is not over and that the pandemic disproportionately impacts the most vulnerable among us including BIPOC\, poor people\, and folks living with illness and/or disability. In light of these realities\, and in the spirit of nurturing communities of care\, we will be practicing the highest level of precaution possible including masking during all indoor programming. We ask that all participants similarly act with the utmost precaution to limit transmission of the virus. Masks will be provided for attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Agreement\nBy registering to attend this event\, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others\, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers. \nEmbark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race\, ethnicity\, place of origin\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, religious affiliation\, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance. \nIf these agreements are broken by someone\, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions\nIf you have any questions about this event\, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Programs Manager at programs@embarksustainability.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for this event\nGET REMINDERS & EVENT DETAILS now URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/liberation-summer-organizers-bootcamp/ LOCATION:British Columbia CATEGORIES:Cause,Climate Action,Climate Equity,Embark Sustainability,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024-Liberation-Summer-Organizers-Bootcamp_WEBSITE.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240314T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240314T203000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201826 CREATED:20240223T063903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T183708Z UID:10000055-1710441000-1710448200@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Climate Career Night: Land-Centred Livelihoods DESCRIPTION:Climate Career Night: Land-Centred Livelihoods\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date & Time\n Thu\, March 14th\, 20246:30 PM – 8:30 PM PDT \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n UBC Robson Square (800 Robson Street)\, Room C400 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embark Sustainability\, in collaboration with the Centre for Climate Justice UBC and the Pacific Institute of Climate Solutions\, proudly presents Climate Career Night: Land-Centred Livelihoods. \nJoin us for an enriching evening where you’ll have the chance to listen and connect with seasoned professionals from diverse sectors\, including advocacy\, organizing\, legal defense\, and more. Guest speaker bios can be found further below. \nEnjoy catered refreshments as you engage with industry experts and like-minded peers\, and take concrete steps towards shaping a more just and sustainable future. RSVP now to secure your spot here! \n \n \n \n \n \n NOTIcE OF FILMING AND PHOTOGRAPHY\nPhotography\, audio\, and video recording may occur during this event. By attending this event you consent to such recording media and its release and publication. If you do not consent\, please email programs@embarksustainability.org or speak to an event organizer upon arrival so that we can make accommodations. \n \n \n \n \n \n Land Acknowledgement\nThis event takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish)\, səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)\, and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations.\n \n \n \n \n \n About the facilitators\n \nTara Olivetree\, Educator and Organizer \nTara Olivetree (they/them) is an educator\, teaching secondary math in the territories of the Lekwungen speaking peoples (Greater Victoria) and facilitating union workshops across the province to colleagues in the BC Teachers’ Federation (BCTF). Tara is currently a member of the BCTF Committee for Action on Social Justice\, as well as the BC Federation of Labour Climate Justice & Jobs Committee. They also represent the Greater Victoria Teachers’ Association (GVTA) as a Local Representative to the BCTF\, and sit on the GVTA Climate Justice Committee. In addition to union work\, Tara also works extensively with community based climate justice organizations\, including the UBC Centre for Climate Justice\, the West Coast Climate Action Coalition\, Parents 4 Climate and Climate Justice Victoria. A life long trade union activist\, Tara is excited to work with others to strengthen relationships between labour and the community so that we can collectively build the power to change the world. \n \nKatie Perfitt\, Organizer & Campaigner – David Suzuki Foundation’s Climate Team \nKatie Perfitt is an organizer and campaigner currently based on the unceded and unsurrendered land of the Algonquin Anishinaabe peoples\, otherwise known as the Ottawa Valley. She cut her teeth in organizing during her time living in K’jipuktuk (Halifax) with Divest Dal\, a fossil fuel divestment campaign at Dalhousie University\, and in the decade since\, has been a part of dozens climate and social justice campaigns. She led distributed\, base-building organizing across Atlantic Canada that pushed dozens of municipalities in the region to recognize the Right to a Healthy Environment. She spent 7 years with the 350.org Canada team to build people-power to confront the power of the fossil fuel industry and to build public support for Green New Deal scale ambition to tackle the climate crisis. She has trained hundreds of organizers through Olivia Chow’s Institute for Change Leaders\, and was a part of the core organizing team who had Joel Harden\, MPP for Ottawa Centre\, first elected. She now works for the David Suzuki Foundation’s Climate Team\, working to grow support for climate-saving clean energy that leaves no one behind. In her spare time she likes to spend time with her dogs\, in nature\, or tending to her chickens and her garden on her hobby farm. \n \nSamantha Myran\, Lawyer – West Coast Environmental Law \nSam Myran (she/her/ikwe) was born in Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, and is from Giinooshkoodeyang\, now known as Long Plain First Nation in southern Manitoba. She came to pursue law as a direct result of the Idle No More movement which opened her eyes and influenced her to become a part of advocating for change. Following that winter\, Samantha returned to post-secondary studies to earn an Associate of Arts in Aboriginal Studies from Langara College\, a Bachelor of Arts in First Nations and Indigenous Studies from the University of British Columbia\, and a Juris Doctor from the University of Manitoba. During her academic career\, Samantha became a member of many student groups including the Alliance of British Columbia Students through her role with the Langara Students Union as the Aboriginal Students Advisor\, the Langara Aboriginal Students Association\, and the Manitoba Indigenous Law Students Association. In community she has been a part of planning such events as elders’ trips\, an Aboriginal Veteran’s Day Pow Wow\, and family days in the Central Park of Winnipeg. Samantha takes pride in her experience working in areas of Indigenous governance within her home community\, restorative justice initiatives (as a research practicum student at Onashowewin Justice Circle)\, as well as in customer service. \n \nNavjot Jassar\, Lawyer – West Coast Environmental Law \nNavjot Jassar (she/her) is a staff lawyer at West Coast Environmental Law. She provides legal support to First Nations who are establishing Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas (IPCAs) or are otherwise revitalizing Indigenous law to protect their territorial land\, air and water. \n \nPaige Gorsak\, Organizing Manager – Dogwood \nPaige (she/they) is a queer\, white settler living on unceded and unsurrendered Musqueam\, Tsleil Waututh and Squamish territory in Vancouver. Born and raised in amiskwaciwâskahikan (Edmonton)\, she is passionate about climate justice\, anti-colonial solidarity\, and collective liberation. Earlier in her career\, Paige worked in public libraries and completed her master’s degree in Gender and Social Justice. But after a period of climate despair and depression\, she found a home in climate movement. She first cut her teeth organizing sit-ins\, marches\, and blockades in support of land-based resistance movements\, and later campaigning for free public transit as a climate and racial justice intervention. Once upon a time\, she even ran for federal office with a campaign for a just transition to 100% renewables. As Dogwood’s Organizing Manager\, Paige is hard at work building grassroots power in the Lower Mainland toward bold climate action. She is enthusiastic about bringing art and creativity into organizing and supporting the participation of young people in the fight to keep fossil fuels in the ground. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Accessibility\nEmbark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as Embark Associate Members. \nThis event will be held indoors in room #4200 of the Student Union Building (SUB)\, SFU Burnaby. Accessibility details include: \n\nThe fourth floor of the SUB is accessible via elevator and hosts accessible washrooms\, including a single-stall all gender washroom. In addition\, the space itself (room #4200) is also wheelchair accessible.\nWe aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.\nUnfortunately\, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time.\nSturdy\, armless chairs will be available for those looking to sit during this event.\nAs we’ll be addressing sensitive topics\, it’s important that our attendees are able to address their needs in the moment. Attendees are free to opt in and opt out of activities as suits their needs throughout the event\, including exiting and re-entering the event space.\n\n We aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you\, please contact our Food Justice Coordinator at food@embarksustainability.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n Health & Safety\nParticipants who register are agreeing to release Embark Sustainability Society from any liability related to COVID-19. \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Agreement\nBy registering to attend this event\, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others\, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers. \nEmbark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race\, ethnicity\, place of origin\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, religious affiliation\, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance. \nIf these agreements are broken by someone\, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions\nIf you have any questions about this event\, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Food Justice Coordinator at food@embarksustainability.org. URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/climate-career-night-land-centred-livelihoods/ LOCATION:UBC Robson Square\, 800 Robson Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6E 1A7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Climate Equity,Embark Sustainability,Sustainability Career Night ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ESS-Climate-Career-Night-Mar-14-Eventbrite-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240118T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240118T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20231208T224030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T224137Z UID:10000052-1705595400-1705604400@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Building Resilience Climate Action Night DESCRIPTION:Building Resilience Climate Action Night\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date & Time\n Thu\, January 18\, 20244:30 PM – 7:00 PM PDT \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n SUB Room 4200 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The climate crisis impacts communities and ecosystems alike—so let’s explore how we can build resilience for the better 🌱 Featuring Indigenous Ethnobotonist T’uy’t’tanat Cease Wyss\, join us for an evening exploring climate action across systems and drawing inspiration from the ecological resilience around us.  \nThis will be an evening of celebration as well as exploration\, with opportunities to create climate action toolkits\, celebrate ecological resilience by growing culinary mushrooms\, bridge ideas across expertise\, and build community! \n \n \n \n \n \n Land Acknowledgement\nThis event will take place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish)\, səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)\, and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations. Unceded means that this land was never surrendered\, transferred or relinquished in any way and\, as such\, the land remains sovereign Indigenous territory. \nIt is our intention to ground this evening in an understanding of Indigenous sovereignty over these lands and waters\, as well as the foods and medicines grown here\, and use this time together to unpack the colonial powers that perpetuate injustice in our climate systems. \n \n \n \n \n \n FEATURED GUESTS\nT’uy’t’tanat Cease WyssT’uy’t’tanat Cease Wyss (Skwxwu7mesh\, Sto:lo\, Hawaiian\, Swiss) is an educator\, interdisciplinary artist and Indigenous ethnobotanist engaged in community based teaching and sharing. Throughout Wyss’s 30 year practice\, Wyss’s work encompasses storytelling and collaborative initiatives through their knowledge and restoration of Indigenous plants and natural spaces. Wyss has been recognized for exchanging traditional knowledge in remediating our relationship to land through digital media\, site-specific engagements and weaving. Wyss has participated and exhibited at galleries\, museums\, festivals and public space such as Vancouver Art Gallery\, Morris\, Helen Belkin Art Gallery\, Contemporary Art Gallery and the PuSh Festival to name a few. Their work can be found in various collections such as the National Library of Canada\, Special Collections at the Walter Phillips Gallery\, and the Vancouver Public Library. They have lead the transformation of Semi-Public (半公開) during their Fellowship at 221a and they are the 2021 ethnobotanist resident at the Wild Bird Sanctuary. They have assisted in developing an urban Indigenous garden currently showing at the 2021 Momenta Biennale in Montreal. \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Accessibility\nEmbark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as Embark Associate Members. \nThis event will be held indoors at SFU Burnaby in the SUB Ballroom (located on the 5th floor of the SUB). Accessibility details to note include: \n\nThe fifth floor of the SUB is accessible via elevator and hosts accessible washrooms\, including a single-stall all gender washroom.\nWe aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.\nUnfortunately\, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time. However\, we can provide a copy of the facilitator’s script.\nSturdy\, armless chairs will be available for those looking to sit during this event.\nAttendees are free to opt in and opt out of activities as suits their needs throughout the event\, including exiting and re-entering the event space.\n\nWe aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you\, or if you have any questions\, please contact us at climate@embarksustainability.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Agreement\nBy registering to attend this event\, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others\, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers. \nEmbark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race\, ethnicity\, place of origin\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, religious affiliation\, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance. \nIf these agreements are broken by someone\, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions\nIf you have any questions about this event\, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Climate Equity Coordinator at climate@embarksustainability.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for this event\nGET REMINDERS & EVENT DETAILS now URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/building-resilience-climate-action-night/ LOCATION:SFU Burnaby\, 8888 University Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5A 1S6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Climate Equity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/CE-Event-Spring-2024-Web-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221129T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221129T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20221121T221828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T222025Z UID:10000105-1669739400-1669744800@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:COP 27 Student Review DESCRIPTION:Get a student perspective on this year’s global climate summit\, straight from the lived experiences of SFU student delegates! Embark Sustainability will be joined by COP 27 delegates from SFU and BCCIC’s Climate Change Branch for a candid discussion of their experiences and insights. Submit questions in advance or ask on the fly – this event will be frank\, informative\, and peer-facilitated 🙌 🌎 \nLAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT \nThis event will take place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish)\, səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)\, and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations. Unceded means that this land was never surrendered\, transferred or relinquished in any way and\, as such\, the land remains sovereign Indigenous territory. In making this acknowledgement\, we understand that it is our responsibility as settlers of this territory to ensure that our actions are congruent with our hopes to center decolonization in our work. \nSPEAKERS \nAlea (she/her)I’m in my final semester\, pursuing a B.A. in International Studies with a concentration in International Security and Conflict and a minor in Development and Sustainability. I’m a former Embark Sustainability staff member (but forever an Embarker). I attended COP27 as part of the youth delegation from the BC Council for International Cooperation\, and I’m passionate about climate action\, sustainability\, and community engagement. \nSkye (she/her)I’m a Sustainable Business joint major and the SFU350 working group lead for the Community Reinvestment tri-university campaign with SFU350\, Climate Justice UBC and Divest UVic. I’m also a member of Re_Generation on the career development team. \nPaige (she/her)I’m an Resource and Environmental Management Honours student & the SFU350 working group lead for the Climate Education working group. I’ve also been working as a research assistant with the SFU ACT – Action on Climate Team since January 2020. \nACCESSIBILITY \nEmbark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as Embark Associate Members. \nSome accessibility details are yet to be determined until we have secured a space on SFU Burnaby Campus. Some details we do have include: \n\nWe aim to secure a space accessible those using wheelchairs and other mobility aids\, in close proximity to wheelchair accessible and gender neutral washrooms.\nWe aim to host a scent-free space. Please refrain from wearing scented products in attendance of this event.\nUnfortunately\, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time. However\, we can provide a copy of the facilitator’s script.\nSturdy\, armless chairs will be available for those looking to sit during this event.\nAttendees are free to opt in and opt out of activities as suits their needs throughout the event\, including exiting and re-entering the event space.\nWe aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you\, or if you have any questions\, please contact us at programs@embarksustainability.org\n\nCOMMUNITY AGREEMENT \nBy registering to attend this event or events\, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others\, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers. \nEmbark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race\, ethnicity\, place of origin\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, religious affiliation\, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance. \nIf these agreements are broken by someone\, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event. \n \n SECURE YOUR SPOT URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/cop-27-student-review/ LOCATION:SFU Burnaby\, 8888 University Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5A 1S6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/COP27StudentReview-FBTwit.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221110T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221110T123000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20221021T180400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T180409Z UID:10000100-1668078000-1668083400@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Canadian Climate Impact DESCRIPTION:From shipping our waste overseas\, to producing our goods in countries without living wages or just environmental laws\, Canada is a large contributor to global climate inequities. \nJoin us as we discuss climate inequities on a global scale and write to elected officials and corporations about what Canada can do better! \nWe will:🪞 Reflect on current events and personal connections through diasporic communities🌎 Discuss international climate issues and advocate for just solutions😎 Enjoy light snacks and refreshments \nLAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT \nThis event will take place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish)\, səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)\, and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations. Unceded means that this land was never surrendered\, transferred or relinquished in any way and\, as such\, the land remains sovereign Indigenous territory. \nIt is our intention to ground our session in Indigenous sovereignty over the lands and waters we call home\, and use this time together to unpack the colonial systems of power (including Canadian governance) that perpetuate the climate crisis. \nACCESSIBILITY \nEmbark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as Embark Associate Members. \nThis event will be held indoors at the Embark Studio\, room #1310 of the Student Union Building (SUB)\, SFU Burnaby. The SUB is located south of Freedom Square between the Diamond Family Auditorium (DFA) and the Academic Quadrangle (AQ). \nThe Embark Studio is: \n\nwheelchair accessible\nwelcoming of all gender identities and expressions\na tree nut and peanut-free zone\na scent-free zone\nlocated near wheelchair accessible and gender-neutral restrooms\nproviding of access to a quiet space for personal meditation\, reflection\, or prayers.\n\nWe aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you\, or if you have any questions\, please contact us at programs@embarksustainability.org. \nCOMMUNITY AGREEMENT \nBy registering to attend this event or events\, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others\, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers. \nEmbark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race\, ethnicity\, place of origin\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, religious affiliation\, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance. \nWe will ensure the safety of our community members by removing those who break this agreement from the event. \n \n SECURE YOUR SPOT URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/canadian-climate-impact/ LOCATION:The Embark Studio\, SUB 1310 - 8888 University Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5A 1S6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Canadian-Climate-Impact-FBTwit.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221108T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221108T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20221021T181035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T181046Z UID:10000102-1667912400-1667923200@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Climate Connections DESCRIPTION:Let’s chat climate 🌎 Join us at SFU Surrey campus this November to explore personal and cultural connections to climate\, land\, borders\, nature\, and more! It’s a perfect time to dive into #just and #equitable climate solutions\, reflect on your relationship with the land\, and get to know a bit about @embarksustain 🌿 \n📅 November 8th\, 2022📍 SFU Surrey Mezzanine🕧 1:00 – 4:00 pm \nNo RSVP required – drop on by! URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/climate-connections/ LOCATION:SFU Surrey Mezzanine\, 250-13450 102 Ave\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3T 0A3 CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Surrey-Games-Lounge-Promotion-FBTwit-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221020T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221020T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20221004T185526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T185534Z UID:10000099-1666272600-1666278000@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Writing Wrongs DESCRIPTION:Share your voice! Let’s gather in community to chat city politics\, contact local officials\, and explore how we can enact positive change in our communities. Join our 101-style letter writing session to get the full details on your newly elected municipal leaders and stand up for climate equity in your city. Light snacks and refreshments available 😎 \nLAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT \nThis event will take place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish)\, səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)\, and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations. Unceded means that this land was never surrendered\, transferred or relinquished in any way and\, as such\, the land remains sovereign Indigenous territory. \nIt is our intention to ground our letter writing in Indigenous sovereignty over the lands and waters we call home\, and use this time together to unpack the colonial systems of power (including Canadian governance) that perpetuate the climate crisis. \nACCESSIBILITY \nEmbark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as Embark Associate Members. \nThis event will be held indoors at the Embark Studio\, room #1310 of the Student Union Building (SUB)\, SFU Burnaby. The SUB is located south of Freedom Square between the Diamond Family Auditorium (DFA) and the Academic Quadrangle (AQ). \nThe Embark Studio is: \n\nwheelchair accessible\nwelcoming of all gender identities and expressions\na tree nut and peanut-free zone\na scent-free zone\nlocated near wheelchair accessible and gender-neutral restrooms\nprovides access to a quiet space for personal meditation\, reflection\, or prayers.\n\nWe aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you\, or if you have any questions\, please contact us at programs@embarksustainability.org. \nCOMMUNITY AGREEMENT \nBy registering to attend this event or events\, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others\, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers. \nEmbark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race\, ethnicity\, place of origin\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, religious affiliation\, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance. \nIf these agreements are broken by someone\, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event. \n \n SECURE YOUR SPOT URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/writing-wrongs/ LOCATION:The Embark Studio\, SUB 1310 - 8888 University Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5A 1S6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Writing-Wrongs-FBTwit.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220324T154500 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220324T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20220308T191736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T211901Z UID:10000082-1648136700-1648144800@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Find Your Climate Community DESCRIPTION:Searching for a community of sustainability changemakers? With so many amazing groups at SFU focused on creating a sustainable future\, you’re sure to find a perfect fit on campus! \nLearn which organizations share your values and suit your skill set through our upcoming scavenger hunt social. You’ll have an opportunity to learn about past projects\, ask questions of current group members\, and connect with other students who are beginning their sustainability journeys. \nThis event comes in two parts: \n\na scavenger hunt (~30-40 minutes)\, plus\ncelebration/networking event (1+ hour)\, where groups will present what they’ve done this year\, plan to do next\, answer questions and connect directly with attendees.\n\nRegister to show your interest and to receive reminders in advance! We will be accepting Embark members into our studio on a first-come\, first-served basis until we reach our space capacity. \nGroups involved include: \n\nBan the Bottle SFU\nChangeSFU\nEmbark Sustainability Society (hey\, that’s us!)\nSocial Alternative Youth (SAY) SFU\nSFU350\nSFU Students of Caribbean and African Ancestry (SOCA)\nVeggieSFU\nWomen in Clean Tech (WiCT) SFU\n\n \n RSVP URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/find-your-climate-community/ LOCATION:The Embark Studio\, SUB 1310 - 8888 University Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5A 1S6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/FBTwit-Find-Your-Climate-Community-Digital.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210527T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210527T193000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20210519T233756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210519T233756Z UID:10000071-1622136600-1622143800@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Co-creating a Climate Resilient SFU DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of interactive dialogue with SFU’s community to exchange ideas and insight towards a climate resilient SFU. \nAbout this event\nThe SFU Sustainability Office\, Embark Sustainability Society\, SFU 350\, and the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions have teamed up to host an evening of community dialogue\, inviting SFU community members to share their ideas and experiences with climate impacts and adaptation on campus! This event will provide students\, staff\, and faculty a chance to share their perspectives on what it means to build a resilient community as the climate changes. The goal is to introduce SFU’s work so far in developing a Climate Resilience Plan and to provide a platform for community members to contribute their insights and input into what SFU can do now. \nIncreasing temperatures in and out of buildings on campus and extreme snowfall events are just two consequences of climate change currently felt by community members at SFU’s three campuses. Projected changes in climate include hotter summers\, increased wildfires\, extreme weather events\, and increased precipitation\, which could lead to health and safety hazards for the community. Other potential consequences include decreased productivity of students and staff\, risk of loss of research data\, and increased difficulty in operating labs and classrooms. These are just a few reasons why climate adaptation is crucial for a sustainable and climate resilient future at SFU. \nThis event will consist of numerous dialogues that center on engaging the broader SFU community (students\, faculty\, staff) to share their input on the anticipated impacts and risks that the university will experience from the shocks and stresses of climate change. This dialogue aims to provide a better image of what the community considers to be important and what actions SFU should further take to accommodate these needs. Note that this event will be focused on climate change impacts and climate adaptation actions. If you would like to read more about SFU’s climate mitigation efforts\, you can access the 2025 Strategic Sustainability Plan. \nDuring the event\, attendees will be asked to share images of how you’ve seen impacts of climate change around you. If any participants would like to prepare beforehand\, we encourage them to come prepared with some images they wish to share for this digital activity. \nAttendees will be entered in a draw to win a $50 gift card! \n*The insights from this event will directly contribute to the development of an SFU Climate Resilience Plan. While this event will not be recorded\, we will be taking notes from the discussions. \nACCESSIBILITY\, TECHNOLOGY AND PRIVACY\nAccessibility \nClosed captioning will be available for this event. \nWe will be able to offer ASL interpretation for this event. For us to book and secure an interpreter\, please let us know at rite_steele@sfu.ca by Thursday\, May 20th at 4pm. \nRegistration and password \nA zoom link and password to access this event will be sent to all registrants via email before the event. \nTechnology requirements \nThis workshop will be presented in a participatory webinar format. To engage fully you will need: \nA laptop\, computer\, or smartphone \nA webcam \nA microphone \nSpeakers or headphones \nProtecting your privacy \nTo ensure that we are using online meeting technology in a privacy-conscious way\, we are following best practices for this online event series: \nWe will only circulate the meeting link to those who are registered for the event \nWe will password protect the meeting \nCommunity guidelines \nAbove all\, there will be zero tolerance for those who promote violence against others on the basis of race\, ethnicity\, national origin\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, religious affiliation\, or different ability. Anyone who incites harm towards other participants (be it through the chat\, video or audio functions) will be removed at the discretion of our technical team and moderator. \nBe as present as possible (put away phone\, close/mute tabs). \nThoughtful questions are welcome in the chat throughout the session. If your question is for a particular speaker\, type “@name” at the beginning. \nRespect the opinions of others. Every participant brings information\, points of view and ideas to contribute. \nDon’t assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or video image. We can refer to people using the usernames they provide! \nMake space\, take space: if you’ve asked a question or shared a comment\, ensure that new voices are heard before you contribute again. \nPractice self-care: if you need to get up or take a break\, please feel free \nQUESTIONS \nIf you have any questions\, concerns\, or comments regarding this event\, please contact Rita at the Sustainability Office at rita_steele@sfu.ca. URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/co-creating-a-climate-resilient-sfu/ LOCATION:British Columbia CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/SFU-Climate-Resilience_TW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210213 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20210210T002046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T012332Z UID:10000008-1613088000-1613174399@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything with Iulia Zgreabăn DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about how to tackle climate change as a student? Don’t know where to start? Our Climate Action team has got your back! Hear about fellow students who are working on climate action and climate justice on campus\, and join them for an “Ask Me Anything” Instagram Q/A Takeover. \nEmbark’s Climate Action team is inviting fellow students to take over Embark’s Instagram for one day and explore different ways in which individuals are tackling climate change with an intersectional and interdisciplinary lens. \nFebruary 12th\, 2021 with Iulia Zgreabăn\nTopic: Student climate activism at SFU and pivoting during the pandemic \nIulia Zgreabăn is a fourth-year Political Science Honours student at Simon Fraser University\, concentrating in Diversity & Migration. She has been involved with Embark Food Rescue since January 2018\, and is one of the co-founders of ‘Justice\, No Pipeline’\, a working group in SFU350 that organizes against TMX. One event that she helped to plan through this group brought together Musqueam Activist sχɬemtəna:t (Audrey Siegl)\, Burnaby Fire Chief Chris Bowcock\, and SFU Chief Safety Officer Mark Lalonde to outline the risks that TMX poses to the community and its implications for Indigenous sovereignty. Iulia is also one of the team members who helped to bring about the #StudentsAgainstTMX campaign\, and is excited to continue to organize in the campaign against TMX throughout her final year at SFU\, as well as after graduating. \nACCESSIBILITY\nYou need to follow Embark Sustainability on Facebook or Instagram and look for our story updates.\nEmbark events are free and open to Embark members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as Embark Associate Members. \nACKNOWLEDGEMENT\nWe acknowledge that Embark Sustainability’s work takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish)\, səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)\, kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem)\, Katzie\, Semiahmoo\, Qayqayt\, Stó:lō\, and Tsawwassen Nations. URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/ask-me-anything-with-iulia-zgreaban/ LOCATION:Instagram & Facebook Stories CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Artboard-1ama-IG-Takeover-CK-EMBARK-BG-COVER.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201120T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201120T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20201106T195025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201106T195126Z UID:10000001-1605873600-1605877200@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything - Student activism with Anuki DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about how to tackle climate change as a student? Our Climate Action team has got your back and is inviting anyone interested in learning about tangible ways to help mitigate climate change at the individual level to join them at an “Ask Me Anything” Instagram Live fireside chat.\nEmbark’s Climate Action team is hosting AMAs to engage their fellow students in meaningful conversations around everyday sustainable choices. We are therefore excited to introduce our guest for the November 20th fireside chat\, Anuki Karunajeewa.\n\nMy name is Anuki\, my pronouns are she/hers or they/them. I’m the current SFSS Faculty of Environment Rep\, and president of @DogwoodSFU. I am majoring in Resource and environmental management (REM) and minoring in Sociology. I have volunteered with Embark in the past within the social sustainability cohort!\nI am a student activist who is passionate about climate justice and social justice. A current campaign I am part of is the @studentsagainsttmx campaign.\nIf you would like to connect or get involved with our campaign\, my club or the SFSS\, my email is envrep@sfss.ca.\n\nACCESSIBILITY\nYou need to follow Embark’s Instagram to be able to attend and ask questions\, @embarksustain .\nEmbark events are free and open to Embark members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as Embark Associate Members.\n\nACKNOWLEDGEMENT\nThis event is being hosted on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples. In particular\, this includes the land of the Tsleil-Waututh\, Musqueam\, Skwxwú7mesh\, Stó:lō and Kwikwetlem nations. URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/ask-me-anything-student-activism-with-anuki/ LOCATION:Instagram LIVE CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Artboard-1EMBARK-AMA.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200610T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200610T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20200519T210349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200519T210712Z UID:10000062-1591790400-1591794000@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Session 3: Climate Action at SFU - Climate Literacy 101: On a Path to Climate Success DESCRIPTION:Session 3: Climate Action at SFU \nWednesday\, June 10th \n12pm-1pm \nIn this session\, you will hear about various climate action initiatives at SFU and opportunities to get involved. Participating groups include SFU350\, Embark’s Climate Action Team\, SFU Sustainability Office\, and PICS. \n  \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a Virtual Lunch & Learn Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nAre you an SFU student\, faculty member\, or staff climate champion committed to growing your understanding of climate science and pathways for change? \nClimate Literacy 101 is an opportunity to learn from and engage with leading climate science and policy experts at Simon Fraser University. We are grateful to have Dr. Kirsten Zickfeld and Dr. Mark Jaccard presenting on the state of the climate and how citizens can contribute to climate success\, and participating in a Q&A session over Zoom. The event series\, co-hosted by the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions and Embark\, will close with information about ongoing campus climate action initiatives and ways to get involved at SFU. URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/session-3-climate-action-at-sfu-climate-literacy-101-on-a-path-to-climate-success/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/CL-101-Session-3-FB-TW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200603T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200603T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20200519T205818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200519T205818Z UID:10000060-1591185600-1591189200@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Session 2: From Myths to Effective Climate Action - Climate Literacy 101: On a Path to Climate Success DESCRIPTION:Session 2: From Myths to Effective Climate Action \nWednesday\, June 3rd \n12pm-1pm \nDr. Mark Jaccard will speak on how climate-concerned citizens can overcome myths that hinder us from acting in time to prevent extreme climate impacts. Their actions can involve personal consumption choices (electric vehicles\, heat pumps) but these only have an effect if citizens are also engaged in the political process and civil society to elect and support climate-sincere politicians. These personal and collective efforts must align with and foster a global strategy of decarbonization\, especially in developing countries. Come to the talk to find out what is required on a simple path to climate success and what you can contribute. \n  \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a Virtual Lunch & Learn Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nAre you an SFU student\, faculty member\, or staff climate champion committed to growing your understanding of climate science and pathways for change? \nClimate Literacy 101 is an opportunity to learn from and engage with leading climate science and policy experts at Simon Fraser University. We are grateful to have Dr. Kirsten Zickfeld and Dr. Mark Jaccard presenting on the state of the climate and how citizens can contribute to climate success\, and participating in a Q&A session over Zoom. The event series\, co-hosted by the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions and Embark\, will close with information about ongoing campus climate action initiatives and ways to get involved at SFU. URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/session-2-from-myths-to-effective-climate-action-climate-literacy-101-on-a-path-to-climate-success/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/CL-101-Session-2-FB-TW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200527T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200610T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20200519T205344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200519T205344Z UID:10000056-1590580800-1591794000@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Climate Literacy 101: On a Path to Climate Success DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Virtual Lunch & Learn Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nAre you an SFU student\, faculty member\, or staff climate champion committed to growing your understanding of climate science and pathways for change? \nClimate Literacy 101 is an opportunity to learn from and engage with leading climate science and policy experts at Simon Fraser University. We are grateful to have Dr. Kirsten Zickfeld and Dr. Mark Jaccard presenting on the state of the climate and how citizens can contribute to climate success\, and participating in a Q&A session over Zoom. The event series\, co-hosted by the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions and Embark\, will close with information about ongoing campus climate action initiatives and ways to get involved at SFU. \nPROGRAM \nSession 1: The State of the Climate \nWednesday\, May 27th \n12pm-1pm \nDr. Kirsten Zickfeld will speak about the climate science that underpins the requirement for net zero carbon dioxide emissions to stabilize Earth’s climate. She will illustrate the atmospheric greenhouse effect\, the long permanence of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and the lag in the warming of the ocean\, which conspire to keep global mean temperature elevated even if human-made carbon dioxide emissions are eliminated. \nSession 2: From Myths to Effective Climate Action \nWednesday\, June 3rd \n12pm-1pm \nDr. Mark Jaccard will speak on how climate-concerned citizens can overcome myths that hinder us from acting in time to prevent extreme climate impacts. Their actions can involve personal consumption choices (electric vehicles\, heat pumps) but these only have an effect if citizens are also engaged in the political process and civil society to elect and support climate-sincere politicians. These personal and collective efforts must align with and foster a global strategy of decarbonization\, especially in developing countries. Come to the talk to find out what is required on a simple path to climate success and what you can contribute. \nSession 3: Climate Action at SFU \nWednesday\, June 10th \n12pm-1pm \nIn this session\, you will hear about various climate action initiatives at SFU and opportunities to get involved. Participating groups include SFU350\, Embark’s Climate Action Team\, SFU Sustainability Office\, and PICS. \nSPEAKER BIOS \nDr. Kirsten Zickfeld is an Associate Professor in the Geography Department at Simon Fraser University. Her primary research interests are in the long-term effects of human activities on climate. She is internationally recognized for her research on the irreversibility of human-induced climate change and carbon budgets consistent with climate targets. She served as a Lead Author of the recently released IPCC Special Report of on Global Warming of 1.5 degrees and is a Lead Author of the IPCC Sixth Assessment Report. She has won the President’s Prize of the Canadian Meteorological and Oceanographic Society and SFU President’s Prize for Leadership in Sustainability. \nDr. Mark Jaccard is a professor in SFU’s School of Resource and Environmental Management and was recently named an SFU Distinguished Professor. His Ph.D. is from Grenoble University. He researches the design and application of energy-economy models for assessing climate policies. He is an author of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and a member of the Royal Society of Canada. Dr. Jaccard is the author of The Citizen’s Guide to Climate Success\, published in January 2020. \nACCESSIBILITY & VENUE DETAILS \nThis virtual lunch and learn will be hosted over zoom and you’ll receive the meeting room access in a separate email after registration. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via info@embarksustainability.org \nACKNOWLEDGEMENTS \nThis event is being hosted on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples. In particular\, this includes the land of the Musqueam\, Skxwú7mesh\, Tsleil-Waututh\, Kwikwetlem\, Kwantlen\, Katzie\, and Semiahmoo nations. URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/climate-literacy-101-on-a-path-to-climate-success-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/CL-101-FB-TW-wt.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200527T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200527T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20200519T205628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200519T205628Z UID:10000058-1590580800-1590584400@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Session 1: The State of the Climate - Climate Literacy 101: On a Path to Climate Success DESCRIPTION:Session 1: The State of the Climate \nWednesday\, May 27th \n12pm-1pm \nDr. Kirsten Zickfeld will speak about the climate science that underpins the requirement for net zero carbon dioxide emissions to stabilize Earth’s climate. She will illustrate the atmospheric greenhouse effect\, the long permanence of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and the lag in the warming of the ocean\, which conspire to keep global mean temperature elevated even if human-made carbon dioxide emissions are eliminated. \n  \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a Virtual Lunch & Learn Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nAre you an SFU student\, faculty member\, or staff climate champion committed to growing your understanding of climate science and pathways for change? \nClimate Literacy 101 is an opportunity to learn from and engage with leading climate science and policy experts at Simon Fraser University. We are grateful to have Dr. Kirsten Zickfeld and Dr. Mark Jaccard presenting on the state of the climate and how citizens can contribute to climate success\, and participating in a Q&A session over Zoom. The event series\, co-hosted by the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions and Embark\, will close with information about ongoing campus climate action initiatives and ways to get involved at SFU. URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/session-1-the-state-of-the-climate-climate-literacy-101-on-a-path-to-climate-success/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/CL-101-Session-1-FB-TW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200324T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200324T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20200115T184644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T195840Z UID:10000037-1585051200-1585054800@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:EVENT CANCELED - Ask Me Anything Meetup - How-to-be-a-climate-activist DESCRIPTION:PSA – All upcoming Embark events and programming have been paused for the time being due to COVID-19 concerns. \nAs we regularly convene students in our work\, we are striving to be proactive in our response to the ongoing and evolving situation. We are committed to the wellbeing and safety of students and their communities\, and encourage everyone to take care of themselves and each other. \nStay safe & wash your hands – hope to see you all soon! \n\nIf you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact us via info@embarksustainability.org \n\nDo you have questions about how to tackle climate change as a student? Our Climate Action team has got your back and is inviting anyone interested in learning about tangible ways to help mitigate climate change at the individual level to join them at an “Ask Me Anything” meetup. \nTaking place at SFU Burnaby’s Veggie Lunch\, the team is hosting three AMAs to engage their fellow students in meaningful conversation with Embark’s Climate Action Team around everyday sustainable choices. \nUpcoming Dates and Topics \nJanuary 28th – Eating for the Earth\nMarch 3rd – Fast Fashion\nMarch 24th – How-to-be-a-climate-activist URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/ask-me-anything-meetup-how-to-be-a-climate-activist/ LOCATION:SFU Veggie Lunch\, University Dr W\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, BC V5A CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/ASK-Meet-up.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200317T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200317T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20200226T223039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T195828Z UID:10000050-1584462600-1584468000@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:EVENT CANCELED - Climate Literacy 101: On a Path to Climate Success DESCRIPTION:PSA – All upcoming Embark events and programming have been paused for the time being due to COVID-19 concerns. \nAs we regularly convene students in our work\, we are striving to be proactive in our response to the ongoing and evolving situation. We are committed to the wellbeing and safety of students and their communities\, and encourage everyone to take care of themselves and each other. \nStay safe & wash your hands – hope to see you all soon! \n\nIf you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact us via info@embarksustainability.org \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an opportunity to learn from and engage with leading climate science and policy experts at SFU\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nAre you an SFU student\, faculty member\, or staff climate champion committed to growing your understanding of climate science and pathways for change? \nClimate Literacy 101 is an opportunity to learn from and engage with leading climate science and policy experts at SFU. We are grateful to have Elder Syexwaliya present to open the event and welcome guests to the land. Dr. Kirsten Zickfeld and Dr. Mark Jaccard will be presenting on the state of the climate and how citizens can contribute to climate success\, and participating in a Q&A session following a short discussion period. The event will close with information on ongoing campus climate action initiatives and ways to get involved at SFU. \nAGENDA \n4:00-4:30 p.m.: Doors\, refreshments\, mingling \n4:30-6:00 p.m.: Elder Syexwaliya\, Dr. Zickfeld\, Dr. Jaccard \n6:00-6:30 p.m. Featured climate action initiatives \nSPEAKERS \nComing Soon \nACCESSIBILITY & VENUE DETAILS \nThe Fraser-Thompson Room at the Diamond Alumni Center is wheelchair accessible. \nEmbark and PICS events are free and open to Embark members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students. This event is also open to other members of the SFU community. \nACKNOWLEDGEMENTS \nThis event is being hosted on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples. In particular\, this includes the land of the Musqueam\, Skxwú7mesh\, Tsleil-Waututh\, Kwikwetlem\, Kwantlen\, Katzie\, and Semiahmoo nations. Accessibility URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/climate-literacy-101-on-a-path-to-climate-success/ LOCATION:British Columbia CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Artboard-1climate-literacy.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200303T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200303T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20200115T184454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200115T184454Z UID:10000036-1583236800-1583240400@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything Meetup - Fast Fashion DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about how to tackle climate change as a student? Our Climate Action team has got your back and is inviting anyone interested in learning about tangible ways to help mitigate climate change at the individual level to join them at an “Ask Me Anything” meetup. \nTaking place at SFU Burnaby’s Veggie Lunch\, the team is hosting three AMAs to engage their fellow students in meaningful conversation with Embark’s Climate Action Team around everyday sustainable choices. \nUpcoming Dates and Topics \nJanuary 28th – Eating for the Earth\nMarch 3rd – Fast Fashion\nMarch 24th – How-to-be-a-climate-activist URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/ask-me-anything-meetup-fast-fashion/ LOCATION:SFU Veggie Lunch\, University Dr W\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, BC V5A CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/ASK-Meet-up.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200203T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200203T143000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20200116T230936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200116T230936Z UID:10000042-1580733000-1580740200@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Student Climate Engagement Session DESCRIPTION:Embark\, SFU350\, and ChangeSFU (officially known as the Climate Coalition) are organizing a climate emergency engagement session and we thought you may be interested in attending! \nAs a contribution to the larger climate emergency engagement process taking place at SFU\, the Climate Coalition is organizing a session that is specifically for students as we want to make sure there is space for our voices to be heard\, our ideas to be shared\, and connections to be made through this pressing crisis that affects us all! Before a climate emergency is declared\, we want to ensure that all students have the opportunity to share their perspective\, which is why\, through this event\, we want to create a safe space for any SFU student – regardless of their involvement in climate action – to share their thoughts\, concerns\, and proposals for how SFU can proceed as a leader in the fight against climate change. \nOur session will focus on why climate action matters to students and how it affects us both inside and outside the classroom. The session will be held on Monday\, February 3rd from 12:30 – 2:30 pm on the Burnaby Campus (location TBD) and light refreshments will be provided. RSVP is required as space is limited. Please RSVP here https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FFNFJN6. \nBy participating in this engagement session\, you will be providing valuable student input for the climate emergency declaration process. \nWe hope to see you there! URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/student-climate-engagement-session/ LOCATION:British Columbia CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/CLIMATE-ENGAGEMENT-V2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200128T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200128T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20200115T184242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200115T184242Z UID:10000035-1580212800-1580216400@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything Meetup - Eating for the Earth DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about how to tackle climate change as a student? Our Climate Action team has got your back and is inviting anyone interested in learning about tangible ways to help mitigate climate change at the individual level to join them at an “Ask Me Anything” meetup. \nTaking place at SFU Burnaby’s Veggie Lunch\, the team is hosting three AMAs to engage their fellow students in meaningful conversation with Embark’s Climate Action Team around everyday sustainable choices. \nUpcoming Dates and Topics \nJanuary 28th – Eating for the Earth\nMarch 3rd – Fast Fashion\nMarch 24th – How-to-be-a-climate-activist URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/ask-me-anything-meetup-eating-for-the-earth/ LOCATION:SFU Veggie Lunch\, University Dr W\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, BC V5A CATEGORIES:Climate Action ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/ASK-Meet-up.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191104T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191104T193000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201827 CREATED:20191024T000651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191024T000845Z UID:10000015-1572886800-1572895800@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Food and Climate Think Tank DESCRIPTION:Let’s explore our food system & climate resiliency.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nOur Food & Climate Think Tank will include a series of short presentations on the future of our food system and climate resiliency at Simon Fraser University and in the wider Metro Vancouver community! \nJoin us for an evening packed with ideas as we dive deeper into the relationship between food systems and climate change mitigation. This Think Tank will provide you with an opportunity to engage with the experts and broaden your understanding of how climate change affects our food systems and vice versa. \nAGENDA \n5 PM – Doors open \n5:30 PM – First round of Speakers \n6:20 PM – Networking/Break \n6:50 PM – Second round of speakers \nAcknowledgments \nThis event is being hosted on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples. In particular\, this includes the land of the Musqueam\, Skxwú7mesh\, Tsleil-Waututh nations. We re-express our commitment to reconciliation as it is our moral responsibility as settlers to these lands to ensure that our meetings and actions are congruent with Musqueam\, Skxwú7mesh\, Tsleil-Waututh nations values and interests as we walk down the path of reconciliation together. \nAccessibility \nThe Segal Building is wheelchair accessible. \nEmbark events are free and open to Embark members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as Embark Associate Members. URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/food-and-climate-think-tank/ LOCATION:British Columbia CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Food Systems Change ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Artboard-2PK-event-v.2story-embark-orange-shirt.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR