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Wednesday, April 22, 2015 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Climate Change: Why It Matters to You

The University of Waterloo invites you to a public lecture with three leading researchers on climate change.  As the local and global conversations on the topic continue to expand, these speakers will explore the basic science of climate change, its implications for society, and progress made to address one the largest challenges of our times.

Thursday, January 21, 2016 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

What Can YOUth Do?

Presented by Sustainable Youth Canada and the Waterloo Region Environment Network, this is a public conference on how youth in Kitchener-Waterloo can foster sustainability in their own communities.

The event will feature community leaders, members of Waterloo Region's sustainability network, and youth groups with opportunities for engagement and participation.  Confirmed panelists include:

Thursday, June 22, 2017 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Universal Healthcare with Watsi

Healthcare for Everyone.

How can technology be leveraged to allow billions of people easy access to affordable healthcare? How can technology be used for the greatest social impact?

Join Blueprint for a tech talk and fireside chat with Watsi Engineer, Katrina Crisostomo!

Wednesday, September 20, 2017 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

What Can YOUth Do?

What Can YOUth Do 2017 is almost here! Sustainable Youth Canada, Waterloo Region Environmental Network and Sierra Youth are excited to partner local NGO’s, academics, entrepreneurs and politicians with passionate youth interested in discussing sustainability in Waterloo Region!

Thursday, October 5, 2017 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

SCI Talks with Jen Novakovich

Join Jen Novakovich from The Eco Well as she takes us through why DIY Beauty is so awesome for anyone looking to be more eco-friendly, learn more about which ingredients work for their own skin type, be empowered about their cosmetic purchase and save money.

Thursday, October 19, 2017 6:30 pm - 6:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

SCI Talks: The Future of CarSharing

Is it possible to live a car-free or less car dependent life? How could that be achieved, and what are your options? Furthermore, what is carsharing, and how does this option fit into your transportation options?

Thursday, October 26, 2017 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

SCI Talks: Working with Purpose - Embedding Sustainability

Meet Simone. Simone helps make food sustainable at Provision Coalition by coordinating strategic planning sessions that help food and beverage manufacturing companies embed sustainability into their strategic plans.

Thursday, November 2, 2017 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

SCI Talks: Building Sustainability at Waterloo

What is Waterloo doing to improve sustainability on campus? What role can students and employees play? Join Mat Thijssen and Sustainable Campus Initiative for a discussion about Waterloo’s 2016 annual Sustainability Report and the directions of Waterloo’s first-ever Environmental Sustainability Strategy.

Thursday, November 9, 2017 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

SCI Talks: Transformative Conversations on Climate

Climate change is the pre-eminent global issue of our time, yet many of us still struggle to find the right language, time and place to talk about it. Beyond Crisis is a 1-hour film that models a constructive dialogue on climate change, with over 50 diverse voices spread over 5 chapters.