by Clara Blakelock | Sep 9, 2020 | News
Depave Paradise is a multi-community project of Green Communities Canada to remove unwanted pavement, replacing it with native-planted green spaces that absorb and filter rain before it enters local waterbodies. The unique act of removing asphalt by hand draws the...
by Clara Blakelock | Jan 7, 2020 | News
Rain Garden Master Class is Now in Session! Classes will include engaging discussions with lots of photos, case studies with guest speakers, and activities to help you design your own rain garden. Course Fees ($200.00) include: Six training modules covering topics...
by Clara Blakelock | Jan 2, 2020 | News
Join Green Communities Canada and experts from the field to learn how you can bring the Depave Paradise program to your community! Want to learn more about Depave Paradise? Join us on January 23 at 2 PM (EST) for a webinar where we’ll discuss the program with...
by Clara Blakelock | Oct 10, 2019 | News
Since 2014, the Umbrella Stormwater Bulletin has shared stories, news and resources about green stormwater infrastructure in Canada and beyond. In our 76 issues, we’ve featured a wide range of stories. Here are a few favourites: Dispelling myths about the performance...
by Clara Blakelock | Sep 6, 2019 | News
Photo: Volunteers tearing up pavement at Light of Christ Catholic Elementary School in Aurora in 2017. This event was organized by Windfall Ecology Centre. Tear up pavement. Create greenspace. Get engaged. Get noticed. Bring Depave Paradise to your community! Join...
