BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Embark Sustainability Society - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Embark Sustainability Society 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: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:20250926T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250926T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201553 CREATED:20250912T182354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T200527Z UID:10000859-1758891600-1758898800@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Climate Workshop: Rooted in Consent DESCRIPTION:Climate Workshop: Rooted in Consent\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date & Time\n Friday\, September 26\, 20251:00PM – 3:00PM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n SUB Learning Gardens (3000 level roof deck) \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 with the SFU SVSPO to make herbal balms and zines in hands-on workshop on consent\, care reciprocity with the land! \n \n \n \n \n \n About the event\n Everyday products often contain harmful or toxic ingredients\, but caring for ourselves and the land doesn’t have to. Embark is excited to be joined by the SFU SVSPO for a climate workshop exploring reciprocal and sustainable relationships with the land by weaving embodied practices with reflective practices. Together\, we’ll: \n\nLearn how to harvest plants respectfully and understand their medicinal properties\nCreate soothing salves and balms with calendula and lavender oils\nReflect on ideas of reciprocity\, care\, and “consent beyond humans” through a guided zine-making activity\n\nThis workshop is more than just a DIY session—it’s a chance to slow down\, listen\, and connect. Participants will learn what it means to nurture sustainable\, reciprocal relationships with the land and with each other. \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 a dedicated garden educator whose work cultivates both green spaces and young minds. With a focus on teaching children and youth how to grow food\, care for garden beds\, and create habitats that support local wildlife\, Pablo brings ecological learning to life. Since 2015\, he has served as the Garden Manager for Embark Sustainability\, where he leads hands-on gardening programs for students at Simon Fraser University\, grows fresh produce for Embark’s community kitchen\, and oversees a range of community-driven initiatives. Passionate about sharing his expertise\, Pablo finds joy in helping others take their first steps into the world of gardening. \n \nPaola Quirós-Cruz (they/them)Paola is the Educator with the SVSPO and the 2024 recipient of the national Courage to Act Campus Educator Award. They coordinate and facilitate education and outreach initiatives for SFU and FIC undergraduate and graduate students. Their commitment as an Educator is to center the voices of historically marginalized groups\, create reflective educational experiences through an intersectional lens\, and find creative strategies to foster communities of care. \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 outdoors at the SUB Learning Gardens\, on the 3000 level (third floor) roof deck of the Student Union Building (SUB)\, SFU Burnaby. Please review the following accessibility details: \n\nPlease dress appropriately for the weather. In the event of rain or other poor weather conditions\, the event will be held indoors at the Embark Studio\, room #1310 of the SUB (participants will be notified in advance).\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.\nThe event space is wheelchair accessible\nAll-gender and wheelchair-accessible restrooms are located on the 1st floor inside the SUB.\nUnfortunately\, we are unable to provide ASL interpretation at this time.\n\nPlease note: The workshop will include lavender\, calendula\, and beeswax as part of the activities and materials. We ask that those with allergies or sensitivities to any of these substances to inform us as soon as possible and take any other necessary precautions. \nWe strive to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If you have accessibility needs you’d like to share\, please contact our 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-092625/ LOCATION:Embark Sustainability’s SUB Learning Garden\, 8888 University Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5A 1S6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Climate Equity,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/sept-CW-2025-banner.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250307T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250307T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201553 CREATED:20241119T195750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T170609Z UID:10000646-1741356000-1741363200@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Garden Workshop: Seeding for Success DESCRIPTION:Garden Workshop: Seeding for Success\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\, Mar 7\, 20252:00 PM – 4:00 PM PDT \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n SUB Learning Garden (3000 level roof deck) \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 our Gardens Manager\, Pablo Vimos\, for a hands-on workshop on the best tips and tricks for indoor seed-starting! If you want to enjoy fresh\, homegrown produce this spring\, look no further. This experience will guide you through four methods of seeding leafy greens like cauliflower\, kale\, lettuce\, pac choi\, and spinach. Plus\, you’ll leave with: \n\nStarted seeds to nurture at home 🌱\nPrinted guides with step-by-step instructions 📖 \nExtra seeds to keep your garden growing 🎁\n\nAGENDA \n\nRegistration\nWelcome & Land Acknowledgment\nSeed Starting Approaches\nGarden Planning\nHands-on activities\nWrap up & Closing\n\nThis workshop is open to all experience levels and physical abilities\, so come ready to dig in\, learn\, and set yourself up for a thriving garden season! \nSpots are limited\, so sign up now to kickstart your garden with confidence! \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 a decade\, 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 workshop will be held outdoors at the SUB Learning Garden (3000 level roof deck) of the Student Union Building (SUB)\, SFU Burnaby. Accessibility details include: \n\nIf weather conditions are poor\, this workshop will be held indoors at the Embark Studio\, room #1310 of the SUB\, SFU Burnaby.\nAll materials will be provided to participants.\nUnfortunately\, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time. \n\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 Pablo\, Embark Sustainability’s Garden’s Manager at gardens@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/garden-workshop/ LOCATION:Embark Sustainability’s SUB Learning Garden\, 8888 University Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5A 1S6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Embark Sustainability,Learning Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Feb-GW-Website.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241002T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241002T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201553 CREATED:20240719T191908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T160802Z UID:10000583-1727875800-1727883000@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Climate Workshop: Balm and Salve Making DESCRIPTION:Climate Workshop: Balm and Salve Making\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\, October 2\, 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 SUB Learning Garden \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 Preserve the nourishing qualities of plant life! We’ll be getting familiar with need-to-know medicinal plants like calendula\, reducing our reliance on big-box skincare by learning to safely make balms and salves with minimal supplies\, and reflecting on the energy shared by all living things 🌱 \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 Sustainability members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as Embark Sustainability Associate Members. This event will be held outdoors in the SUB Learning Garden\, located on the third floor of the Student Union Building\, on the back side of the main entrance. \nAccessibility details include: \n\nThis space is wheelchair accessible and shaded from the sun.\nWe cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time.\nWe will be using ingredients such as calendula flower\, shea butter\, and olive oil in the balm making process. Please be mindful of exposure risk if you have any allergies or sensitivities to common lip balm ingredients or scents.\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 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/ LOCATION:Embark Sustainability’s SUB Learning Garden\, 8888 University Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5A 1S6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Climate Equity,Learning Garden,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/OCTOBER-CW-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220506T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220506T173000 DTSTAMP:20260423T201553 CREATED:20220413T214649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T191250Z UID:10000086-1651851000-1651858200@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Seedling to Sidedish: Explore Cultural Plants and Palettes DESCRIPTION:Join us during this year’s Burnaby Festival of Learning to discover how you can cultivate and cook a culturally diverse array of fruits and veggies. \nIn this workshop\, you’ll learn to grow plants and your palette by exploring the produce different communities use to create their cultural meals. Walk through the process from seedling to side-dish\, learn about creating just food systems\, and explore the accessibility of culturally significant foods. \nSeeds and recipe cards included! Join us in the Student Union Building Learning Garden on May 6th. \n \n SECURE YOUR SPOT URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/seedling-to-sidedish-explore-cultural-plants-and-palettes/ LOCATION:Embark Sustainability’s SUB Learning Garden\, 8888 University Drive\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5A 1S6\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Seedling-to-Sidedish_FBTwit.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR