Building Better: A Recap of BKC Spring Training on Advanced Building Science

Each April, leaders from the Ontario building industry congregate to hear from building science experts at Building Knowledge Canada’s Spring Training conference. Attendees range from contractors to architects, utilities to consultants, academics to public servants. This year, SWR Frameworks team member Jack joined the conference to learn more about innovations in building science, and to connect with sector members.

A Recap of Our Recent Event: Township of Woolwich ICI Climate Stocktake

SWR recently co-hosted The Township of Woolwich’s first business engagement event, focusing on climate, energy, waste, water, and sustainability. The ICI stocktake took place at the Bresalau Community Centre and was split between June 22nd for manufacturers and June 23rd for commercial and institutional organizations.  It brought together professionals from these sectors to share ideas, […]

Celebrating Growth: Welcoming New Members to the Impact Network

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.

Breaking Ground and Growing Together: Highlights from Our 2025 Microforest Season

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.

Conestoga College Member Recognition

We are proud to recognize Conestoga College as a valued member of the Impact Network since 2016! As a Post-secondary educational institution, Conestoga College is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainability across their campuses and operations as they work towards their goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050!

Crozier Consulting Engineers joins SWR’s Impact Network

Firm sets 20% emission-reduction target by 2034 and joins regional network advancing sustainability and climate leadership in business.

Langdon Hall Member Recognition

We are proud to recognize Langdon Hall as a valued member of the Impact Network! Located in Cambridge, Ontario, Langdon Hall is a 60-room Relais & Châteaux property renowned for its exceptional hospitality, relaxation, and luxurious comfort all while making sustainability a top priority at the core of its operations.

Evening of Recognition 2025 Recap

Audience sitting facing EOR presentation

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, […]