Explore our archive of impactful workshops, featuring practical insights and real-world examples from CICan member institutions. These sessions provide practical knowledge to help your institution integrate sustainable practices into their operations and curriculum, supporting our collective goal of a net-zero future.
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December 7, 2022
Perspectives Live – Are We Ready for Net Zero
Climate change is the most pressing global challenge of the next decade. That means we need to redesign the way we work, the things we learn, the buildings we live in, and the way we get around
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August 9, 2024
Sustainable Skills: Preparing Canada’s Workforce for Net Zero Construction
In this episode of The Hammer, a podcast by Canadian Contractor Magazine, CICan’s ImpAct-Climate Manager, Judi Varga-Toth, and Chad Flinn from Red Deer Polytechnic were special guests to discuss the specialized skills needed for Canada’s net-zero construction goals. From heat pumps to high-performance insulation, they explore how colleges and institutes... June 26, 2024
Sustainability in Trades = Women in Trades
In partnership with Efficiency Canada, listen to a discussion on the essential role of women in the trades and their impact on addressing climate change and labour shortages in the building industry. Hear from panelists from four different building trades as they share their experiences, challenges, and contributions to the... November 22, 2023
Take a Bite Out of Climate Change with Low Carbon Campus Cuisine
Learn how campus food choices and agricultural curriculum can significantly lower GHG emissions, reduce costs, and contribute to the SDGs, with insights from Conestoga College, Durham College, and the Forward Food team. March 7, 2023
SDG Roundtable Discussion
This discussion with Minister of Families, Children and Social Development Karina Gould explores initiatives funded by the Employment and Social Development Canada SDG program, challenges faced by youth and communities, opportunities, and ways to accelerate progress on the 2030 Agenda. February 28, 2023
Greening the Construction Trades: Upskilling for a Net-Zero Future
Co-hosted with the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum, learn how to equip trades professionals with the skills needed for energy-efficient, climate-resilient building practices to meet Canada’s net-zero emissions goals. February 23, 2023
Workshop: Turn your campus into a living lab!
Discover how colleges and institutes are reducing GHG emissions and raising climate change awareness through successful living lab projects that integrate applied research, teaching, and community development. February 23, 2023
Introducing Climate Action Planning – How to Get Started on Your Campus
Gain insights into creating and implementing effective Climate Action Plans (CAPs), which are strategic frameworks for measuring, planning, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions on campuses. In this episode, we provide resources, discuss challenges, costs, and benefits, and share lessons learned through a panel discussion with experienced members. January 12, 2023
Workshop: Greening the building Trades with ECO Canada
Explore the importance of greening the building trades, the practical actions that can be taken, and the significant impact of adopting sustainable practices in the industry. December 13, 2022
Workshop: Indigenizing the building Trades with Grey and Ivy
Discover how Indigenous perspectives can inform and transform the building trades, and how to create more inclusive and culturally aware work environments. December 7, 2022