Welcome to our “Meet the Team” Series! We thought it would be nice to get to know the folks behind our programs, and over the coming months we’ll be asking our staff some fun ‘get to know you’ questions and sharing the results here! First up in the series are Ariel and Mel, both from our Sustainable Transportation Team, and Amy, our Lead Pathfinder with the First Nations Waste Minimization Team! Amy What inspired you to get into environmental non profit? Being able to work with like-minded folks and do meaningful work. What are you most looking forward to at Green Action Centre in th ..read more

EARTH MONTH 2024 April is Earth Month! You can use the month to reflect on your impact on the earth, and learn new ways to care for our planet!  Here’s a list of some of the events happening in Winnipeg to celebrate Earth Month!   Earth Days at the Manitoba Museum Saturday April 20th and Sunday April 21st from 10am-4pm!   Earth Day Weekend at the Forks Saturday April 20th and Sunday April 21st from 11am-5pm!   Earth Day at Fort Whyte Alive Sunday April 21st!   And of course, Monday April 22nd is EARTH DAY! There are so many ways to celebrate Earth Day! You ca ..read more

Food Waste Action Week 2024! Did you know that about half of the food waste that Canadians throw away are fruits and vegetables? ?  If you want to reduce your household food waste and save money, take part in Love Food Hate Waste’s Food Waste Action Week! March 18-24! ?  This week, we encourage you to choose what you’ll use! Think about how much produce you need and will use up before you shop! ?   Follow along with us and Love Food Hate Waste Canada on social media for the week for some produce tips and tricks! Learn more about Love Food Hate Waste Canada! Lear ..read more

Registration is Open for Bike Everywhere Month! Unlock an activity kit, chances to win prizes and celebrate the beginning of spring and the first of three spring events for Green Action Centre.    May is Bike Everywhere Month at Green Action Centre. Previously branded as Bike to School Month, we switched it up after the pandemic to be more inclusive, and to stress the importance of biking everywhere! Participants will receive an activity kit to complement the theme of cycling throughout the month. Wondering where to start? Here are a few ideas:  Start a bike bus for one wee ..read more

GREEN ACTION CENTRE SEEKS NEW BOARD MEMBERS The Organization Green Action Centre (GAC) is a non-profit organization based in Winnipeg that has been serving Manitobans since 1985. GAC is dedicated to achieving our vision of all Manitobans living green and living well. We support families, schools, businesses, and communities by providing practical green solutions. Our primary areas of focus include green commuting, composting, waste reduction, sustainable living, and resource conservation. GAC is also responsible for the management and oversight of Compost Winnipeg, a social enterprise that pro ..read more

GREEN ACTION CENTRE SEEKS NEW BOARD MEMBERS The Organization Green Action Centre (GAC) is a non-profit organization based in Winnipeg that has been serving Manitobans since 1985. GAC is dedicated to achieving our vision of all Manitobans living green and living well. We support families, schools, businesses, and communities by providing practical green solutions. Our primary areas of focus include green commuting, composting, waste reduction, sustainable living, and resource conservation. GAC is also responsible for the management and oversight of Compost Winnipeg, a social enterprise that pro ..read more

As we strive towards a healthier, more sustainable future, education and awareness play a crucial role in fostering positive change. That’s why we’re thrilled for the new Clean Air Day Facilitators Handbook – a valuable resource designed to empower educators, administrators, and community leaders in promoting clean air initiatives and environmental education. What is the Clean Air Day Facilitators Handbook?The Handbook is a comprehensive guide developed by Green Action Centre and funded by Health Canada. Created in alignment with Clean Air Day, an annual event celebrated on the first Wednesda ..read more

Map of Winter Roads This winter season, FNWM has once again been supporting remote Northern communities to prepare for the 2023/24 Backhaul season. The removal of waste and recyclable materials from these communities takes place in a very short timeframe, usually from January to March. Winter road conditions have not been ideal (due to unusually warm weather) but thanks to the efforts of transporters and community landfill staff, loads have been successfully transported this year. In November and January the Pathfinders traveled out to Northlands, St. Theresa Point, Wasagamack, and Bunibo ..read more

Food Waste Action Week 2024! Did you know that about half of the food waste that Canadians throw away are fruits and vegetables? ?  If you want to reduce your household food waste and save money, take part in Love Food Hate Waste’s Food Waste Action Week! March 18-24! ?  This week, we encourage you to choose what you’ll use! Think about how much produce you need and will use up before you shop! ?   Follow along with us and Love Food Hate Waste Canada on social media for the week for some produce tips and tricks! Learn more about Love Food Hate Waste Canada! Lear ..read more

  Hello friends! Green Action Centre is currently creating a new strategic plan to consider how our programs and policy work can best promote greener and better living into the future – and we want to hear from you! We know that things are changing in our world – there is increasingly urgent action needed to address the climate crisis; a new era of reconciliation is beginning; exciting emerging possibilities are being explored that can help us all have a positive impact on the world around us. We are taking a step back to consider how changes like these are affecting our wo ..read more