2025 was an exciting year for the Impact Network! Marking its 16th year in the community, the network welcomed new members to the network of sustainability champions.
Author Archives: SWR
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SWR is proud to share that this year, our shovels broke ground on 19 new microforests, each contributing to the naturalization of small urban spaces. Since our program began in 2021, we have planted 5,183 trees and shrubs across 55 microforests, steadily increasing the number of plantings each year. We are always delighted to welcome both returning and new partners, collaborators, and sponsors as our program continues to grow. Looking back on the year, it’s rewarding to reflect on our accomplishments, the communities we’ve served, and everyone who helped make this year so successful.
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As we wrap up our 11th annual Carbon Cleanse event, we want to celebrate all the incredible hard work from our participants. Over 150 participants from a dozen organisations joined us in our fun, weekly challenges, which were designed to help incorporate sustainable habits into their day-to-day lives.
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Celebrating 15 Years of Impact with Sustainable Waterloo Region On May 8, Sustainable Waterloo Region (SWR) while celebrating 15 transformative years of sustainability leadership across our community. Held at the elegant DoubleTree by Hilton, this year’s Evening of Recognition was more than a celebration, it was a heartfelt tribute to the journey we’ve taken together, […]
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We are proud to recognize Balsillie School of International Affairs as a valued member of the ImpactNetwork since 2021! The Balsillie School of International Affairs (BSIA) is an institute for advanced research, education, and outreach in the fields of global governance and international public policy. It offers two masters programs and one PhD program from […]
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[March 2025] Sustainable Waterloo Region (SWR) is happy to welcome Wood Rescue as the newest member of the Impact Network, joining as an Observing Organization! Wood Rescue is a local wood recycling company that is making a significant impact on reducing wood waste in Waterloo Region. Their mission is simple yet powerful: divert wood from […]
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We are proud to recognize Impact Events Group as a valued member of the Impact Network! Recently joining the network, Impact Events Group is a full-service event company that produces high-profile events such as the Kitchener Ribfest and Craft Beer Show, and the Cambridge Ribfest and Craft Beer Show! As part of their commitment to […]
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[February 2025] Sustainable Waterloo Region (SWR) is happy to welcome the Township ofMapleton as the newest member of the Impact Network, joining as an Observing Organization!The Township of Mapleton is one of the seven lower-tier municipalities that form the County ofWellington. These municipalities are the Townships of Centre Wellington, Guelph Eramosa,Puslinch and Wellington North, and […]
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We are proud to recognize Diva as a valued member of the Impact Network since 2018! As a certified B Corporation and menstrual care company, Diva specializes in reusable period care products that support both people and the planet. Their commitment to sustainability is reflected in their carbon-neutral shipping, reusable products and packaging, Bullfrog Power […]
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[February 2025] Sustainable Waterloo Region (SWR) is happy to welcome the Municipality of North Perth as the newest member of the Impact Network, joining as an Observing Organization! North Perth is centrally located in midwestern Ontario and within a 1.5 hour drive of five international shipping ports. There are five international airports that serve the […]