You’re Invited to Community Conversations About “TransformTO: Climate Action for a Healthy, Equitable and Prosperous Toronto” on April 25 & 27 and May 3 & 9, 2016

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The City of Toronto has set a goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 80% by the year 2050 to help reduce the most negative impact of climate change.

“TransformTO is a project that will engage Toronto residents and businesses in imagining the transformative changes we will need to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 80%, while at the same time improving public health, enhancing our local economy, and reducing social inequalities….

Reducing our emissions to address climate change will involve a community-wide effort. TransformTO will be co-created with ideas, advice and input from residents, businesses, community organizations, and research institutions, and analysis will help us identify what is technically feasible as we look to create the best path to a low carbon future.

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Two separate but related documents will be created:

A short-term strategy (2017-2020) outlining the actions that will allow Toronto to meet its 30% greenhouse gas emissions target by 2020 through policy and programming.
A long-term (2020-2050) approach that will identify how we can reduce emissions by 80% by 2050 while generating a healthier, more prosperous and equitable city.

TransformTO community conversations:

Events will begin with an open house from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., followed by a presentation and conversations from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Seating is limited. Please register online.

Monday, April 25 at Metro Hall, 55 John St. Register
Wednesday, April 27 at Ken Cox Community Centre, 28 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Dr. Register
Tuesday, May 3 at Scarborough Civic Centre, 150 Borough Dr. Register
Monday, May 9 at North York Memorial Hall, 5110 Yonge St. Register

Residents can learn more about TransformTO and register to attend at: toronto.ca/transformto.

NEWS RELEASE

12-Apr-2016

Residents invited to community conversations to help shape Toronto’s low-carbon future

Residents are invited to help shape Toronto’s future as a low-carbon city by participating in a series of community conversations in April and May, as part of TransformTO: Climate Action for a Healthy, Equitable and Prosperous Toronto.

“We must rise to the challenge of climate change and reduce our reliance on carbon-based fuels,” said Councillor Michelle Holland (Ward 35 Scarborough Southwest), Chair of the Parks and Environment Committee. “As we do so, we can create a more sustainable city – one that’s also healthier, more equitable and prosperous. I encourage everyone to participate in these important conversations that will help to shape our city for years to come.”

Participants will be engaged in co-creating a vision for Toronto’s low-carbon future that reflects various community perspectives and explores the actions, behaviour and lifestyle changes that will be needed to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 80 per cent by the year 2050.

TransformTO community conversations:
Monday, April 25 at Metro Hall, 55 John St.
Wednesday, April 27 at Ken Cox Community Centre, 28 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Dr.
Tuesday, May 3 at Scarborough Civic Centre, 150 Borough Dr.
Monday, May 9 at North York Memorial Hall, 5110 Yonge St.

Events will begin with an open house from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., followed by a presentation and conversations from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Hosted by the Environment & Energy division and Toronto Atmospheric Fund, the events will build on the insights gained through the TalkTransformation! Speaker Series and online survey conducted in 2015.

Residents can learn more about TransformTO and register to attend at: toronto.ca/transformto.

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