Join us for the 2025 Kingston Climate Change Symposium, presented by the City of Kingston and Sustainable Kingston, and get ready to be inspired by our remarkable lineup of speakers.

Our keynote address will be delivered by Autumn Peltier, an Indigenous Rights & Water activist whose journey for justice has made waves around the globe. Ali Hassan, the dynamic and engaging host of CBC's Laugh out Loud and moderator of Canada Reads, will once again return as our event host. The full speaker lineup, including panelists, is to be determined.

Under the theme "Rooted in Action: Empowering Youth to Build a Sustainable Future," the 2025 Symposium is set to be an inspiring event highlighting youth-led climate action, bringing together passionate young leaders, environmental advocates, educators and community members for engaging dialogue on climate solutions driven by youth.

During breaks and after the symposium, you'll also have the chance to connect with local environmental groups and city leaders at our small exhibit located at the Grand Theatre.

This signature event is all about sparking action, showcasing the latest progress in community-driven climate projects, enhancing our local community connections and nurturing new ones.

The One Earth series is an informative and enlightening workshop series run by Sustainable Kingston and the Kingston Frontenac Public Library. Running until the end of November, KFPL will host talks at both rural and urban branches, as well as community centres, covering topics related to climate, sustainability and energy efficiency. The series will include sessions on building science basics, energy upgrades for basements and foundations, deeper energy retrofits and more. 

The One Earth series is an informative and enlightening workshop series run by Sustainable Kingston and the Kingston Frontenac Public Library. Running until the end of November, KFPL will host talks at both rural and urban branches, as well as community centres, covering topics related to climate, sustainability and energy efficiency. The series will include sessions on building science basics, energy upgrades for basements and foundations, deeper energy retrofits and more. 

The One Earth series is an informative and enlightening workshop series run by Sustainable Kingston and the Kingston Frontenac Library. Running until the end of November, KFPL will host talks at both rural and urban branches, as well as community centres, covering topics related to climate, sustainability and energy efficiency. The series will include sessions on building science basics, energy upgrades for basements and foundations, deeper energy retrofits and more. 

An informal networking event for those working in the sustainability space: non-profits, academia, students, government and business.

All are welcome.

Due to illness, this will take place online. To register please contact info@sustainablekingston.com.

The Sustainable Kingston Awards are presented each year to local individuals and organizations to recognize their hard work in mitigating the climate emergency and fostering a culture of sustainability in the Kingston community. Enjoy free food, live music and celebrate leaders who are making an impact.
For more information regarding the Sustainable Kingston awards, please contact Geoff Hendry at geoff@sustainablekingston.com.

Want to lower your energy bill and do your part to fight climate change? Whether you’re renting, a new homeowner, or a home renovation veteran, Sustainable Kingston’s Jessica Kocur will share what you can do to make your home as efficient as possible, regardless of budget.

In the fourth session of this four-part workshop series, we will get into some deeper retrofits – what that means, what the options are and what the benefits are to your home and wallet.

Sponsored by Empire LIfe.

We can lose a lot of heat (think energy and money) through our attics. Many are poorly insulated. In the third session of this workshop series, we will do a quick re-cap of the previous two sessions and then dive in (or jump?) to attic energy upgrades work, taking a tiered approach for retrofits and their associated costs.

Sponsored by Empire LIfe.

Sustainable Kingston is excited to partner with KingstonFrontenac Public Library and Cycle Kingston to present the Gore Road Roll-in Breakfast in celebration of #CyclingWeek and the Commuter Challenge.  

Cyclists and other active transportation enthusiasts are welcome to stop by the parking lot of the KFPL Pittsburgh Branch (branch to open early) on Thursday, June 6th between 7:30 - 9:00 am. Grab a muffin, fill up your coffee mug,  check out our alternative transportation calculator, register for the Commuter Challenge, and check out all of the amazing cycling and sustainable commuting resources courtesy of your public library.

In Part 2 of this workshop series, we’ll do a quick re-cap of building science basics and then get into basement and other foundation energy upgrades. We’ll go through some inexpensive options to improve energy efficiency and then discuss more expensive energy upgrades.

Sponsored by Empire LIfe.

In order to save energy and save money, we need to know where we use energy and spend money. Gather the data, do the research and get it done! Part 1 of this four-part workshop series will get our feet wet with a little bit of building science to help you better understand how to make your home (house, apartment or condo) more efficient and comfortable. We will look at a tiered approach to home energy efficiency improvements starting with $0 changes and moving through some low-cost changes up to larger ticket items.

Sponsored by Empire LIfe.

In collaboration with the Kingston Frontenac Housing Corporation, Sustainable Kingston will be installing a rain garden at 645 Brock Street. Email geoff@sustainablekingston.com to volunteer!

Home Energy Coach, Wes Kerr discusses sustainable energy practises for more energy efficient ways to run your home! Hosted at Kingston Frontenac Public Library.

Click the QR Code and sign-up to be a community activist in the water (diver, snorkeler, paddler or swimmer) or on-shore.

Or come by on June 10 for a day by the water. Take action and discover the threats faced by our Great Lakes, the work being done to protect them and the importance of preserving them.

JOIN moderator Dan Hendry with Kingston Frontenac Public Library, Sustainable Kingston, and community friends as we present Dr. Jonathan Foley, Executive Director of Project Drawdown, the world's leading resource for climate solutions.

Project Drawdown offers hope, help and a plan to become future-ready TODAY. Dr. Foley is a renowned climate scientist, sustainability expert, and educator, and his work focuses on finding solutions to sustain the climate, ecosystems, and natural resources we all depend on. He will welcome questions on what we can do today following his talk.

To register, please visit: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hysj_IqIQjmZ07La362cCQ#/registration

All are welcome to Sustainable Kingston’s Annual General Meeting. This meeting is taking place online. Please register at the link below for the meeting link.

To register, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/sustainable-kingston-2022-annual-general-meeting-tickets-478238733927

Join us at Springer Market Square on Wednesday, October 12th between 3:00pm - 5:00pm for the 2022 Sustainable Kingston Awards. We’ll be honouring contributions to the community, enjoying hot apple cider and live music. This event is free to the public.

informal meet-up for those working in the sustainability space: non-profits, academia, students, government, and business. All are welcome.