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Past Events

These events have already happened.  We list them here for your convenience in case you want to review certain details.  Events are listed chronologically with the oldest events closest to the bottom of the page.  Please contact info@greenenergyact.ca if you have any furture questions.


Community Power Finance Forum
When:
Monday, May 10, 2010
Where:

MaRS Discovery District
101 College Street, Toronto

The Community Power Finance Forum will present community power project developers, funders and policy makers with finance, funding and project management information relevant to community-owned renewable power projects in Ontario, under the province’s Green Energy Act and the Feed in Tariff regime.

To view a complete agenda and register visit www.marsdd.com/communitypower

Aboriginal HR Council
Inclusion Works '10
When:
Tuesday April 27 to Thursday April 29, 2010
Where:

Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, ON

Aboriginal Human Resource Council

4th Aboriginal Energy Forum
4th Annual Aboriginal Energy Forum
When:
Monday April 26 and Tuesday April 27, 2010
Where:

Delta Chelsea Hotel
Toronto Ontario

4th Annual Conference: Developing Aboriginal Renewable Energy Projects

Renewable Energy in Ontario
Renewable Energy in Ontario
When:
March 1-2, 2010
Where:

St. Andrew's Club and Conference Centre, 150 King Street West, Toronto

Leadership Opportunities for a more sustainable, green energy economy.

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Green Energy Act Finance Forum
When:
Friday, January 29, 2010
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where:

MaRS Centre
101 College Street
Toronto

Presented by MaRS, the Green Energy Act Alliance and D&D Securities

COP15 EDC
Copenhagen 2009 - Climate Leadership in Canada
When:
20:00 - 21:30 (CET)
Where:

Mogens Dahl Koncertsal
Snorresgade 22
Copenhagen, Denmark

An evening of celebration

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1st Annual Community Power Conference, November 15-16, 2009
When:
Sunday, November 15, 2009 to
Monday, November 16, 2009
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Where:

Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto

Community Power – it’s everybody’s business now!


GEAA stakeholder session October 26 2009
When:
Monday, October 26, 2009
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Where:

Location: 89 Chestnut St. Toronto
Click here to view map

Focus: Green Energy Act campaign milestones and current status.

Green Energy Week EUCI
Green Energy Week EUCI
When:
Monday, September 21, 2009 to
Friday, September 25, 2009
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Where:

Toronto, Ontario

The Green Energy Act Alliance would like to invite its members to attend the upcoming Green Energy Week forum organized by Electricity Utility Consultants, Inc. (EUCI)

Mention your membership to the Alliance, and receive a 10% discount.

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RETScreen Training September 3rd, 2009
When:
Thursday, September 3, 2009
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Where:

Centennial College, Toronto, Ontario

RETScreen is a quick and effective tool to evaluate the potential for energy efficiency and/or renewable energy potential and economics for a given customer site.

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Live Green TO
When:
Sunday, August 30, 2009
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Where:

Yonge St. (between Dundas and Queen)

 

 

The Green Energy Act Alliance at Live Green Toronto on August 30th!

Windfall Ecology Festival 2009
Windfall Ecology Festival 2009
When:
13-14 June 2009
Where:

Fairy Lake Park, Newmarket, Ontario (600 Water Street, Newmarket ON)

2009 Northern Ontario Career Exhibition (PDF)
2009 Northern Ontario Career Exhibition
When:
2-4 June 2009
Where:

Sudbury Arena

Oakville GEA Public Meeting
Green Energy Act Public Meeting with MPP Kevin Flynn
When:
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
7:30 PM - 9:15 PM
Where:

Oakville Town Hall
1225 Trafalgar Road
Oakville, ON
L6H 1A1

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ON Green Energy & AMJ Green Initiative
When:
Sunday, May 10, 2009
2:05 PM - 4:15 PM
Where:

Baitul Islam Mosque, 10610 Jane Street, Maple, ON L6A 3A2

Green Ontario
Arnprior Earth Day Festival and Green Energy Act Tabling
When:
Saturday, April 25, 2009
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Where:

John Street between Elgin and Madawaska Blvd.
Historic Downtown of Arnprior


3rd Annual Green Living Show
When:
Friday, April 24, 2009 to
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Where:

Direct Energy Centre
Exhibition Place
Toronto.

Toronto's largest eco-show returns for its 3rd year as a trusted source for all things green. Green goes with everything you do, so don't miss out on this enlightening and entertaining event!

Suzuki and Scheer
Why Green Energy? Renewable Solutions with Dr. David Suzuki & Dr. Hermann Scheer - Webcast sponsored by OSEA
When:
Thursday, April 23, 2009
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where:

Online. Click here to be taken to the webcast page.

Canada's most prominent environmentalist, Dr. David Suzuki, and the architect of Germany's energy revolution, Dr. Hermann Scheer, are speaking about the need for green energy and renewable solutions to our energy and environmental crises. OSEA is sponsoring a live webcast of this important discussion, which is being hosted by the Green Energy Act Alliance.

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Green Energy Act Alliance presents: Why Green Energy? Renewable Solutions with Dr. David Suzuki & Dr. Hermann Scheer
When:
Thursday, April 23, 2009
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where:

Convocation Hall
31 King's College Circle
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON

The purpose of the event is for these two key renewable energy advocates to talk about green energy and how it can shape our future, aid our economy and provide thousands of jobs, while minimizing impacts on the planet. As well, they will comment on the proposed Green Energy and Green Economy Act for Ontario and how it is a world-class Act, better than any other renewable energy policy in North America.

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S.H.A.R.E. Environmental Film Series 2009 presents: The Gospel of Green
When:
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
7:00 PM
Where:

OnlyGreen Store
King St. and Hugel Ave.
Midland

The Simcoe Huronia Association for Renewable Energy is hosting an Earth Day screening of the Gospel of Green. This documentary looks at Germany's green revolution and the man who's leading it, Hermann Scheer.

Green Ontario
GEAA Stakeholder Session - Part II
When:
Monday, April 20, 2009
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:

Terrace Patio
3rd floor
89 Chestnut Street
Toronto

Members of the Alliance and invited experts will present on the following topics: the proposed GEA, the proposed Tariff program, and our position on the "right to connect".

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Green Energy Act Presentation and Screening
When:
Sunday, April 19, 2009
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where:

Station on the Green (Community Centre)
10 Caroline St E
Creemore, ON
L0M 1G0


Greater Sudbury Earth Day Festival 2009
When:
Saturday, April 18, 2009
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where:

Market Square
Downtown Sudbury

Come on down to check out the nearly 100 vendors and exhibits, the main stage, popular children's area, product and vehicle demos, free giveaways, many door prizes, and the annual local food fair!

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Waterloo Green Energy Act Forum
When:
Thursday, April 16, 2009
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Where:

Kitchener Public Library
85 Queen Street North
Kitchener, Ontario

Alternatives Journal welcomes you to a public forum exploring the potential impact of Ontario's Green Energy Act on local residents.

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Durham Sustain Ability and Durham College present: The Community Energy Forum
When:
Thursday, April 16, 2009
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where:

Durham College, Oshawa Campus, Gordon Wiley Building
2000 Simcoe Street North
Oshawa, Ontario

The Green Energy Act (recently proposed by the Ontario Government) is a unique opportunity for Ontarians to be at the forefront of the alternative energy revolution. DSA along with Durham College will provide the community with the tools and resources needed to maximize the full potential of an exciting new resource.

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Green Energy Act Presentation - Markham
When:
Thursday, April 16, 2009
7:00 PM
Where:

Markham Civic Centre, Ontario Room
101 Town Centre Boulevard
Markham, ON

This event will include an information session on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.

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Suzuki Diaries Screening and Green Energy Act Discussion
When:
Thursday, April 9, 2009
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where:

Town of Newmarket Council Chambers, Newmarket Town Hall
395 Mulock Drive
Newmarket, Ontario
L3Y 4X7
For directions call: 905-895-5193 or toll-free 1-877-550-5575

This event will include a screening of David Suzuki's new documentary, the Suzuki Diaries, followed by a discussion on the Green Energy Act.

Green Ontario
GEAA Stakeholder Session - Part I
When:
Monday, April 6, 2009
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:

Terrace Patio
3rd floor
89 Chestnut Street
Toronto

Members of the Alliance and invited experts will present on the following topics: the proposed GEA, the proposed Tariff program, and our position on the "right to connect".

Green Ontario
Renewable Energy Workshop & Tradeshow
When:
Saturday, March 28, 2009
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where:

Nipissing University
North Bay, ON

Workshops and information sessions lead by noted experts and grassroots innovators will discuss and/or demonstrate the technology and the benefits of going green and clean using renewable resources.

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Sunbay Energy – Monthly Speaker Series
When:
Thursday, March 26, 2009
7:00 PM
Where:

Sunbay Energy Information Centre
35 Walton Street
Port Hope

This event will include an information session on the forthcoming Ontario Green Energy Act.


Multi-Sector Workshops on Provincial Requirements for Renewable Energy Technologies
When:
Thursday, March 26, 2009
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where:

Fairview Library
35 Fairview Mall Dr.
Toronto, ON
M2J 4S4

The objective of these workshops is to bring together stakeholders from across Ontario to brainstorm and provide advice on potential provincial requirements for renewable energy projects.


Multi-Sector Workshops on Provincial Requirements for Renewable Energy Technologies
When:
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where:

North York Centre
Library Auditorium
5120 Yonge St.
Toronto, ON
M2N 5N9

The objective of these workshops is to bring together stakeholders from across Ontario to brainstorm and provide advice on potential provincial requirements for renewable energy projects.


Multi-Sector Workshops on Provincial Requirements for Renewable Energy Technologies
When:
Monday, March 23, 2009
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where:

North York Centre
Library Auditorium
5120 Yonge St.
Toronto, ON
M2N 5N9

The objective of these workshops is to bring together stakeholders from across Ontario to brainstorm and provide advice on potential provincial requirements for renewable energy projects.


2nd Canadian German Executive Luncheon on Solar Energy
When:
Monday, March 23, 2009
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Where:

Hotel Courtyard by Marriott Downtown
University Room
475 Yonge Street
Toronto
Metro: College / Parking available at the hotel

The Canadian German Chamber of Industry and Commerce in Montreal is delighted to invite you to an executive luncheon conference on solar energy in Toronto. The event will provide a unique opportunity of exchange between the Canadian and German solar industry.


A Greener Spring
When:
Saturday, March 21, 2009
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where:

Market Square
50 Market Lane
Welland, ON

"A Greener Spring" is an initiative to introduce local restaurant owners, catering organizations, and grocers to local producers of baked goods, deli items, and produce.

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Green Energy Act Presentation - Peterborough
When:
Thursday, March 12, 2009
7:00 PM
Where:

Peterborough Public Library
345 Aylmer Street North
Peterborough, ON

Part of "Shaping a Sustainable Future with SAGE." This event will include an information session on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.


3rd Annual Growing the Margins Conference and Exhibition: Energy, Bioproducts and Byproducts from Farm and Food Sectors
When:
Tuesday, March 10, 2009 to
Friday, March 13, 2009
Where:

London Convention Centre
London, ON

This year Growing the Margins will feature three speakers from the Green Energy Act Alliance.

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Green Energy Act Speakers - London
When:
Tuesday, March 10, 2009 to
Thursday, March 12, 2009
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:

3rd Annual Growing the Margins Conference
London Convention Centre
300 York Street
London, ON

Michael Rich, Kristopher Stevens, and Marion Fraser of the Green Energy Act Alliance will be speaking at the 3rd Annual Growing the Margins Conference.

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Green Energy Act Information Session and Solar Fair - Oakville
When:
Saturday, March 7, 2009
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where:

Halton Regional Centre, Auditorium
1151 Bronte Road
Oakville, ON

This event will include an information session on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.


Green Energy Act Presentation - North Bay
When:
Thursday, March 5, 2009
8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Where:

Best Western
North Bay, ON

This event, "Emerging Opportunities With Wood Pellets Forum," will include a presentation by Marion Fraser on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.

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Green Energy Act Workshop - Caledon
When:
Thursday, March 5, 2009
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where:

Empire 7 Theatres Bolton
194 McEwan Drive East
Caledon, ON

This event will include an information session on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.


Alternative Energy Seminar: Helping Businesses & Residents Save Money & Energy
When:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Where:

Georgina Trades Training Inc.
5209 Baseline Rd.
Sutton, Georgina

The aim of the event is to help homeowners and small business owners harness energy conservation and proven renewable energy technologies, such as geothermal and solar, to save on their energy bills or sell electricity to the grid.

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Green Energy Act Information Session - Lion's Head
When:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
7:30 PM
Where:

Christ Church, Anglican Church Hall
Main Street
Lion's Head, On

This event will include an information session on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.

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Green Energy Act speaker at Society of Environmental Journalists
When:
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where:

Harbord House
150 Harbord St
Toronto, ON

This event will include a presentation on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.

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Public Meeting on the Green Energy Act - Markdale
When:
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Where:

Centre Grey Recreation Complex - Markdale Complex
75 Walker Road
Markdale, ON

This event will include an information session and discussion on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.

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Green Energy Act Information Session - Milton
When:
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where:

Milton Sports Centre, Banquet Room
605 Santa Maria Blvd.
Milton, ON

This event will include an information session on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.

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Green Energy Act Information Session - Georgetown
When:
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where:

Georgetown Cultural Centre

This event will include an information session on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.

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Green Energy Act Workshop - Sault Ste. Marie
When:
Monday, February 23, 2009
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where:

Holiday Inn Waterfront
Brulé Room
208 St. Marys River Drive
Sault Ste. Marie, ON

This event will include an information session on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.

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Green Energy Act Workshop - Sault Ste. Marie
When:
Monday, February 23, 2009
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Where:

Algoma University
Details TBA

This event will include an information session on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.

 


Weathering the Future
When:
Sunday, February 22, 2009
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Where:

Aurora Seniors Centre
5 Municipal Drive
Aurora, ON

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Renewable Energy Workshop and GEA Advocacy Training - Hearst
When:
Saturday, February 21, 2009
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where:

Université de Hearst
60 9th Street
Hearst, ON

This event will include an information session on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.

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Green Energy Act Public Meeting - Walkerton - CANCELLED
When:
Friday, February 20, 2009
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where:

Walkerton Legion Hall
505 Scott Street North
Walkerton, ON

CANCELLATION NOTICE:
Due to severe weather conditions the event in Walkerton will be cancelled.  We hope you can make it to our next session in Markdale on March 3rd.  Check back to the website for further detail on rescheduling.

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Green Energy Act Workshop - Sudbury
When:
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Where:

eDome
Cambrian College
1400 Barrydowne Road
Sudbury, ON

This event will include an information session on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.

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Green Energy Act Presentation - Chatham-Kent
When:
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Where:

TBA

This event will include an informative presentation on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario. With the Chatham-Kent Downtown Rotarians and OSEA.

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Green Energy Act Workshop - Sarnia
When:
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where:

Lambton College, Ball Room
1457 London Road
Sarnia, ON

This event will include a screening of The Suzuki Diaries and a presentation on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.

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Green Energy Act Workshop - Proposal Discussion - Sarnia
When:
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where:

Lambton College, Ball Room
1457 London Road
Sarnia, ON

This event will include a proposal discussion with Marion Fraser of the Green Energy Act Alliance.

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Meeting with Chief and Council - Walpol Island
When:
Monday, February 16, 2009
Where:

Meeting with Chief and Council, Walpol Island First Nation.

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Green Energy Act Workshop- North Bay
When:
Saturday, February 14, 2009
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where:

Nipissing University, Fideli Room
100 College Drive
North Bay, ON

This event will include an information session on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.

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Green Energy Act Workshop - Cobden
When:
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where:

Whitewater Region Memorial Township Hall
40 Main Street
Cobden, ON

This event will include an information session on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.

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Grid Connection and GEA Workshop with Gospel of Green screening - Ottawa
When:
Saturday, February 7, 2009
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where:

RA Centre
2451 Riverside Drive
Ottawa, ON

This event will include a presentation on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario and a screening of The Fifth Estate's documentary on renewable energy, The Gospel of Green.

Green Ontario
Green Energy Act – Information and Volunteer Session
When:
Thursday, February 5, 2009
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where:

Metro Hall - room 308
55 John St. South-east corner of King and John
two blocks east of Spadina, by St. Andrew Station.

The solution to climate change involves all of us. Come learn about the Green Energy Act and opportunities for being involved. Take away tools, tips and resources to help you spread the word.

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David Suzuki Diaries Screening - Kingston
When:
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where:

St. Lawrence College
Large lecture hall
100 Portsmouth Avenue
Kingston, ON

This event will open with a screening of The Suzuki Diaries. The screening will be followed by short discussion on the Green Energy Act.

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David Suzuki Diaries Screening & Green Energy Act Workshop - Picton
When:
Monday, February 2, 2009
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where:

Prince Edward Community Centre Hall

375 Main Street

Picton

This event will include a screening of The Suzuki Diaries and a presentation on the Green Energy Act Alliance's push for a green energy act for Ontario.

Green Ontario
York Region Premiere Screening of The Suzuki Diaries, followed by a Discussion on Green Jobs and the Green Energy Act
When:
Monday, February 2, 2009 to
Monday, February 2, 2009
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where:

Markham Theatre for Performing Arts
Anthony Roman Centre
171 Town Centre Blvd.
Markham, ON, L3R 8G5

This discussion will focus on why York Region is well-positioned to become a magnet for the Green Jobs of the future and what can be done to accelerate this transition.

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GEA Information Session - Bobcaygeon
When:
Sunday, February 1, 2009
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where:

Bobcaygeon

Green Energy Act Information Session with Bobcaygeon and OSEA.


Green Energy Act Information Session
When:
Monday, January 19, 2009
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Where:

Toronto City Hall, Council Chamber
100 Queen Street W.
Toronto, Ontario

It has become clear that Ontario’s Liberal government has smelled the coffee and is forging ahead preparing a green energy act for the province.  However, what that bill will actually look like is still unknown. The Green Energy Act Alliance is campaigning for landmark legislation based on the German law that made it the green energy powerhouse of Europe. An information session was held to outline the Alliance’s recommendations.

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Free Public Screening of The Suzuki Diaries
When:
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
6:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Where:

Royal Cinema at 608 College St. West,
Toronto, Ontario.

David Suzuki and Honorable Minister for Energy and Infrastructure for Ontario, George Smitherman, to host a Public Screening of inspiring documentary, The Suzuki Diaries at Royal Cinema at 608 College St. West, Toronto, Ontario.

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