Peterborough Public Health is working to reduce the health impacts of climate change

Climate Action, From GreenUP, Peterborough

  By: Julie Bromley, manager of environmental health, Peterborough Public Health Two years ago in May, our community experienced the wrath of a changing climate. 190km/hour winds, days without power, damaged buildings and vehicles, downed powerlines, and trees...

Community events like Seedy Sunday Peterborough help plant seeds of change for the future

From GreenUP, Seeds

  By: Lili Paradi, communications specialist, GreenUP In the face of a changing climate and environment, planting seeds of change through community-led solutions is a hopeful action. Seedy Sunday is a meeting point for individuals looking to grow their own food,...

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