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Deadline Extended to Attend IMPACT! Youth Conference

We have decided to extend the deadline to apply to the 3rd IMPACT! Youth Conference for Sustainability Leadership, being held May 23-26, 2014 in Guelph, Ontario.

The new deadline to apply to the conference is Monday, October 28.

The 2014 IMPACT! Youth Conference for Sustainability Leadership will bring together 175 student sustainability leaders from across Canada in Guelph, Ontario May 23-26, 2014—all expenses paid.

To accommodate exam schedules, the application deadline has been extended by a week. Applications are open at www.impactyouthsustainability.ca until October 28, 2013. Space is limited so apply today!

Once accepted to participate in this 3-day conference, students will engage in pre-conference learning and begin networking with fellow leaders. At the conference they will work alongside over 40 sustainability leaders from various sectors across Canada, as well as renowned astronaut Chris Hadfield. Students will assess sustainability impacts, participate in workshops, collaborate on new ideas and attend a special keynote presentation all designed to bring future sustainability leaders together and enable them to make sustainable changes in their communities.

After the conference IMPACT! alumni benefit from a dedicated forum for ongoing dialogue with a network of over 500 sustainability leaders, eligibility to apply for project funding through the IMPACT! Fund, and various other opportunities from program partners.

“I learned about so many facts and ideas of sustainability that I had never really heard before, but I think that the biggest take-home message for me is that I can make change,” says Katie, a participant from our second IMPACT! conference in 2011. “I was given the ability to look at an issue, and instead of being overwhelmed, I can now look at it and see solutions.”

IMPACT! is an initiative of The Co-operators, University of Guelph, The Natural Step, David Suzuki Foundation, Wilfrid Laurier University, University of Saskatchewan’s Centre for the Study of Co-operatives, Lambton College, Conseil de la co-operation de l’Ontario, and AIESEC.

For more information, please visit www.impactyouthsustainability.ca.

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Job Opportunity: Public Education & Outreach Coordinator

Conservation Corps of Newfoundland and Labrador is a non-profit organization with a mandate to provide young people with meaningful work, training and educational opportunities in the areas of environmental and cultural heritage conservation and enhancement. Conservation Corps is now accepting applications for the following position.

Public Education and Outreach Coordinator
In partnership with the Climate Change Education Centre:
The Public Education and Outreach Coordinator will be primarily involved in structured climate change programming in schools and special interest groups throughout Newfoundland and Labrador, delivered on behalf of the Climate Change Education Centre (CCEC).  The successful applicant will be responsible for a variety of tasks including, but not limited to, general public education and outreach, and assisting in other areas of climate change programming as required.   The Public Education and Outreach Coordinator will also provide assistance to other Conservation Corps Newfoundland and Labrador (CCNL) programs, and may provide support to new projects and initiatives as they arise. The position is based in St. John’s but may require travel to schools and municipalities in all regions of the province.

Tasks/Responsibilities:
•    Initiate contact with schools and special interest groups to promote climate change resources;
•    Deliver climate change presentations to schools and special interest groups throughout the province;
•    Update existing educational materials, and develop new resources as required;
•    Participate in outreach events that help raise awareness of the CCEC and CCNL;
•    Maintain a detailed database of outreach activities, including numbers of people reached;
•    Perform a variety of administrative support duties as applicable to the CCEC or CCNL.

Salary for the above position is based on $35,000 per annum for 35 hours per week until March 31st. Possibility of extension depending upon funding. Candidates for this position should have valid driver’s license and access to own vehicle with appropriate insurance.

Please apply with cover letter, resume and three references. For more information on Conservation Corps Newfoundland and Labrador and the Climate Change Education Centre please visit http://www.ccnl.ca or http://www.climatechangeeducation.ca

Application Deadline is Wednesday October 30th, 2013.
Applications should be forwarded to:
Selection Committee, Conservation Corps Newfoundland & Labrador
Suite 103, 10 Austin Street
St. John’s NL, A1B 4C2
Tel: (709) 729-7266
Fax: (709) 729-7270
Email: applications@ccnl.ca

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Volunteer Opportunity: Graphic Designer

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

October 9, 2013

Volunteer Position: Graphic Designer                                                                                                                                  

The Social Justice Co-operative of Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking a volunteer graphic designer to assist with the development of the organization’s logo, brochure and other promotional materials.

 

Organization:  Social Justice Co-operative of Newfoundland and Labrador

The Social Justice Co-operative of Newfoundland and Labrador is a non-profit co-operative with close to one hundred members, formally incorporated during the winter of 2013.

The Social Justice Co-operative of Newfoundland and Labrador is committed to raising awareness and speaking out on issues of social justice that impact our community and our world at large. We will bring a critical yet constructive voice to social justice issues and will engage with like-minded individuals and organisations to advocate for social change.

Title:  Graphic Designer

 

Duties and Responsibilities :

·         Design of Social Justice Co-op logo.

·         Design Social Justice Co-operative brochure and banner.

Position may also include one or both of the following:

·         Designing Social Justice Co-op newsletter

·         Updating design of and posting content for Social Justice Coop website

·         Design of letterhead and/or business cards

 

Times Needed and Work Location:

·         Volunteer will work from home on his/her own time schedule. Minimum 6 months commitment.

·         Logo requested as soon as feasibly possible, in order that we may include it in our brochure and banner during events planned for the weekend of November 30, 2013

·         Brochure and banner to be completed by November 30, 2013

·         Newsletter emailed to co-op members on a monthly basis. Occasional website updates (ie. events) as needed.

 

Qualifications and Requirements :

·         The successful candidate should have experience working with digital design software.

·         S/he should have experience working in the non-profit sector and demonstrate a knowledge of and commitment to social justice issues.

 

Lines of Communication :  

Volunteer will report to and receive guidance from and the Board of Directors during regular meetings.

Satisfactions:

·         Volunteer will have the satisfaction of creating the overall look for a brand new local Social Justice group using an innovative, grassroots organizational model, in its formative stage.

·         A great addition to your portfolio and reference for future employment

 

Submission deadline:

Candidate will supply CV along with samples of previous graphic design projects by Wednesday, Oct. 30.

 

Contact: Please submit to Lori Heath at rootconnection@gmail.com and cc Jenne Nolan at jenne.maclean@gmail.com. For more information, call Lori Heath at 709-753-3594.

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Internship Opportunities

Conservation Corps of Newfoundland and Labrador is a non-profit organization with a mandate to provide young people with meaningful work, training and educational opportunities in the areas of environmental and cultural heritage conservation and enhancement.

Conservation Corps is now accepting applications for the following four Internship opportunities located in St. John’s and surrounding areas:

1) Cultural Programs Assistant
In partnership with St. John’s Native Friendship Centre with Corporate
Support from Chevron Canada Ltd.

2) Communication and Education Intern
In partnership with Quick Brown Fox Communications/thegreenrock.ca with
Corporate Support from Chevron Canada Ltd.

3) Project Coordinator Intern
In partnership with the City of Mount Pearl

4) Marine Coordinator Intern
In partnership with Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society – Newfoundland and
Labrador Chapter (CPAWS-NL)

Please visit our website www.ccnl.ca for details!  For more information please email  dfeltham@ccnl.ca

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Volunteer Opportunity: TD Tree Days

Now in its fourth year, TD Tree Days invites Canadians to plant trees at local events across the country. In 2013, volunteers will plant over 45,000 trees in 143 communities nationwide.
We are excited about our planting  in the following locations:
·         Rotary Sunshine Park in St. John’s on September 22nd, where we will be planting 145 tree- http://www.tdtreedays.com/en-ca/sites/265-Rotary_Sunshine_Park
·         Thomas Howe Demonstration Forest in Gander on September 28th, where we will be planting 550 trees- http://www.tdtreedays.com/en-ca/sites/264-Thomas_Howe_Demonstration_Forest
·         Manuels River Park in Conception Bay South on October 6th, where we will be planting 145 trees- http://www.tdtreedays.com/en-ca/sites/263-Manuels_River_Park

We are currently looking for volunteers to help on the day. Register today at tdtreedays.com

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Volunteer Opportunity with CPAWS

Looking for some valuable volunteer experience for your resume? 

CPAWS-NL is currently looking for volunteers to survey sites for shorebirds this fall.  Volunteers will survey a local site once every ten days and gather information on shorebirds in the area.  Training is provided (if required).  Please contact tedwards@cpaws.org if interested in this valuable volunteer opportunity and find out if there is a site near you.

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NLEN is Hiring!

Fundraising and Project Coordinator

Deadline to Apply: Friday, August 23, 2013

The Newfoundland and Labrador Environment Network (NLEN) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization whose purpose is to carry out environmental education on issues such as sustainable development, biodiversity conservation, and climate change.

The NLEN serves as an umbrella group for non-profit organizations working across the province that hold environmental conservation and protection as an objective.

The NLEN is seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual as a fundraising and project coordinator. The successful candidate will be responsible for working with the board of directors to organize and implement a fundraising campaign in fall 2013, as well as carry out a small environmental education project.

This position is for 12 weeks (September 3rd – November 22nd 2013) at 25 hours/week with the potential for an extension dependent on funding. Remuneration is $15/hour. The coordinator will report to the NLEN board of directors.

Candidates must have:

  • Strong organizational & written communication skills
  • A self-motivated and independent work ethic
  • Some experience working or volunteering in the not for profit sector
  • Interest in fundraising for non-profits

The candidate must have their own laptop, and has the option of working from home or the NLEN office at 342 Freshwater Road, St. John’s.

To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to nlen.ed@gmail.com. All applications will receive a confirmation email. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by phone within a week of the deadline.

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NLEN Needs Your Help!

At the NLEN, we love what we do! It is gratifying and motivating to work in the Newfoundland and Labrador environmental community. Unfortunately recent government funding cuts are threatening our organization. Thankfully, as a small ENGO, we don’t need a lot to survive! If everyone who reads our E-Update just donated $10/month to the NLEN, we would be able to continue to operate.

Now more than ever, we need a strong environmental voice here in our province and in Canada. It will now take many of us, as individuals, to support the things we care about – clean air, water, soil and people.

If you are able to give, please click the Donate Now button. Its easy! Any donation amount is greatly appreciated and regular, monthly donations, however small, are the best way to support the NLEN. Every donation will go a very long way in keeping our environmental voice alive!

Donate Now Through CanadaHelps.org!

People of a Feather Film Big Hit Across Province
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People of a Feather Film Big Hit Across Province

The film “People of a Feather” by Newfoundland director, Joel Heath, has been playing to sold out crowds across the province. The NLEN hosted a screening in Corner Brook on Thursday January 10 with an audience of close to 100. Other screenings happened in St. John’s and Happy Valley – Goose Bay. Future showings are planned for Gander and Stephenville.

Featuring groundbreaking footage from seven winters in the Arctic, People of a Feather takes you through time into the world of Inuit on the Belcher Islands in Hudson Bay. Connecting past, present and future is a unique cultural relationship with the eider duck. Eider down, the warmest feather in the world, allows both Inuit and bird to survive harsh Arctic winters. Recreations of traditional life are juxtaposed with modern life in Sanikiluaq, as both people and eiders face the challenges posed by changing sea ice and ocean currents disrupted by the massive hydro-electric dams powering eastern North America. The eyes of a remote subsistence culture challenge the world to find energy solutions that work with the seasons of our hydrological cycle.

For more info, check out: http://www.facebook.com/PeopleofaFeather/info