This event is presented by Seniors for Climate Action Now (SCAN), Climate Action for Lifelong Learners, and Grandmothers Act to Save the Planet (GASP).
# An invitation to join other seniors concerned about the climate
We are facing unnatural disasters – new and escalating levels of extreme heat, fires and floods. No one can dispute that they are caused by fossil fuel emissions. Let’s act now – with our vote, and our advocacy. We want our kids and our grandkids to inherit a better world.
On October 1, National Seniors Day, the Seniors for Climate project is planning a Seniors Day of Climate Action, featuring 65 events across the country.
If you live outside the Toronto area, please check this link for an event near you .
# Seniors Day of Climate Action - Toronto
In Toronto, we will have an in-person rally, march and indoor gathering to support youth in saying, “ENOUGH” to the federal government. This event will also be livestreamed on YouTube for those who wish join from home or watch as a group in a seniors’ residence.
- Date: Tuesday, October 1
- Rally: 1:30 pm at University Avenue and Armoury
- March: to the Church of the Holy Trinity, 10 Trinity Sq. Indoor event starts at 2:30 pm
This event will call on governments to:
- Expand renewable sources of energy immediately.
- Stop burning fossil fuels.
- Stop opposing youth and Indigenous climate court cases.
Come and get inspired by speakers David Phillips, David Suzuki, Lillian Allen and more. Join in-person or by livestream. Watch the following websites for updated information:
Seniors' organizations: Consider endorsing the event. Contact lybaspring@sympatico.ca.
Seniors' residences: Consider hosting a pre-event. Invite your residents to hear about our plans. We will provide a speaker and information. Contact Beryl at bpilking@gmail.com if you would like to have a speaker come and talk to your group. Consider inviting other seniors in the community around your residence to join in.
