welcome

From the staff of One Day, welcome to 2009! In this month’s issue, we’re featuring a few of our readers’ resolutions. Read on to meet our One Day wonders, find out about Vancouver’s sustainability related events and see how climate change issues have made their way into this year’s headlines.

One Day is a City of Vancouver initiative that encourages residents to take small actions in their daily lives to use less energy at home and on the move, to help protect the climate, and to make Vancouver the cleanest, greenest, healthiest city in the world.

action of the month

As we embark on a new year, many of us are making resolutions to save money, spend more time with family, eat healthier foods, and exercise more.

In our December issue, we asked readers to send in their climate-friendly resolutions. Here are some of our favourites to consider as your action of the month. To help, we’ve added some tools and suggestions.

Get more involved in your community.
Attend some of the events listed in the One Day calendar.
Support or join a local community organization.

Get more educated on climate change and your impact on the planet.
Check out some of the links on our learn more page and calculate your carbon footprint.

Get more healthy.
Get fit riding your bike with the help of these maps and other cycling resources.
Shop for locally produced foods at farmers markets.

Help other people to lighten their impact .
Share One Day by forwarding this enews or sign them up for our 10 weeks of action reminders. They are an easy and friendly way to get people started!

New Year's eco-lutions

2009 resolutions from our readers.

Amy is committing to local shopping
“I am committed to buying everything possible from local companies in the New Year. From food and wine to bathroom soap and cleaners to clothes and jewellery, I will be checking labels and buying as close to home as I can. It’s my commitment to making sure that my dollars have 2-5 times the economic impact in BC’s economy, because when you buy local it supports local jobs and other local businesses. Buying from faraway companies and big multi-nationals drains wealth out of our economy, because the owner’s (or shareholders) profits and reinvestment aren’t spent locally. Especially in our current economy, we all need to make sure the dollars we do spend have a big multiplier effect with local business.” Amy, Vancouver

Kelly's family committed to a greener home
“Our family's resolutions are:
- Wash in cold and hang more clothes to dry instead of using the dryer
- Shop for kid's clothes and toys on websites like usedvictoria.com
- Turn the heat down while we aren't home” Kelly, Victoria

Made in Canada Diet
“I have recently been reading quite a bit about the ‘100 Mile Diet’ and while I would like to give this a shot it is a bit more than I think myself and my husband can handle at this time. So beginning in the New Year we have decided to try a ‘Made in Canada’ diet first and then try to progress to a made in BC diet to get ourselves ready to try the real 100 Mile diet.” Anonymous, Vancouver

One Day wonders

This month’s wonders are the 2008 Bake for a Change contest participants. The contest inspired these eco-savvy bakers to build gingerbread houses with wind turbines, green roofs, solar panels and rain barrels. Check out photos of the 2007 and 2008 homes suitable for even the most sustainable of all gingerbread men.

Viva la resolution!

Blogging about your new year’s resolution could win you up to $1,000 in ChangeEverything’s third annual resolution contest. “Every year, so many of us make resolutions that come from our best intentions and then… nuthin’”. Their contest will inspire you to hold strong to the things you intend to change. Click here for contest details.

Forward this to...

…someone you met over the holidays. This is your opportunity to turn a good first impression into a great one.

New readers, sign-up here.

what's happening

17th Annual Wellness Show
February 6 to 8, 2009
The show's comprehensive program features non-stop educational sessions including keynote speakers, demonstrations and special events reflecting the most up-to-date information on wellness and healthy living.

Winter Farmers Markets
January 17, 31
10am to 2pm
WISE Hall, 1882 Adanac
Shop at these markets to help keep BC farmers farming, find tasty local foods and reduce the greenhouse gas emissions associated with your diet.

LiveSmart BC Incentives Workshop
Winter 2009
Learn how to access government rebates for your home energy improvement projects. Workshops are free. Register online for this workshop offered at these community centres:
Mount Pleasant - 42101.105MP
Dunbar - 45551.101DN
Riley Park - 45501.101RP
Trout Lake - 45539.101TL and 102.TL
Britannia - 45406.101BR
Renfrew - 55347.103RF and 104.RF
Hastings Park - 45407.100HS

Green Drinks Vancouver
January 21, 2009
A monthly gathering of anyone interested in "green". Green drinkers are from all ages, backgrounds and groups - non-profit organizations, academia, government, small business, big business, self-employed, volunteers, students, concerned citizens and everyone in between.

Check out the One Day events calendar for more sustainability related events happening in and around Vancouver.

Did you know...

…that over 1,000 homes in Vancouver have already had their LiveSmart BC home energy assessment? These households are now well on their way to more comfortable living, less energy use and up to $12,345 in government rebates.

If you live in a house within the City of Vancouver, you may have already received this postcard in your mailbox. If you haven’t, you will soon!

One Day media

2009 'year of climate change': UN chief
Humanity’s window of opportunity
Sustainable Region TV - Episode 37 – Climate Change

Check out the One Day media section for more climate change related news.

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January 2009 Hello welcome From the staff of One Day, welcome to 2009! In this month’s issue, we’re featuring a few of our readers’ resolutions. Read on to meet our One Day wonders, find out about Vancouver’s sustainability related events and see how climate change issues have made their way into this year’s headlines. One Day is a City of Vancouver initiative that encourages residents to take small actions in their daily lives to use less energy at home and on the move, to help protect the climate, and to make Vancouver the cleanest, greenest, healthiest city in the world. action of the month As we embark on a new year, many of us are making resolutions to save money, spend more time with family, eat healthier foods, and exercise more. In our December issue, we asked readers to send in their climate-friendly resolutions. Here are some of our favourites to consider as your action of the month. To help, we’ve added some tools and suggestions. Get more involved in your community. Attend some of the events listed in the One Day calendar. Support or join a local community organization. Get more educated on climate change and your impact on the planet. Check out some of the links on our learn more page and calculate your carbon footprint. Get more healthy. Get fit riding your bike with the help of these maps and other cycling resources. Shop for locally produced foods at farmers markets. Help other people to lighten their impact . Share One Day by forwarding this enews or sign them up for our 10 weeks of action reminders. They are an easy and friendly way to get people started! New Year's eco-lutions 2009 resolutions from our readers. Amy is committing to local shopping “I am committed to buying everything possible from local companies in the New Year. From food and wine to bathroom soap and cleaners to clothes and jewellery, I will be checking labels and buying as close to home as I can. It’s my commitment to making sure that my dollars have 2-5 times the economic impact in BC’s economy, because when you buy local it supports local jobs and other local businesses. Buying from faraway companies and big multi-nationals drains wealth out of our economy, because the owner’s (or shareholders) profits and reinvestment aren’t spent locally. Especially in our current economy, we all need to make sure the dollars we do spend have a big multiplier effect with local business.” Amy, Vancouver Kelly's family committed to a greener home “Our family's resolutions are: - Wash in cold and hang more clothes to dry instead of using the dryer - Shop for kid's clothes and toys on websites like usedvictoria.com - Turn the heat down while we aren't home” Kelly, Victoria Made in Canada Diet “I have recently been reading quite a bit about the ‘100 Mile Diet’ and while I would like to give this a shot it is a bit more than I think myself and my husband can handle at this time. So beginning in the New Year we have decided to try a ‘Made in Canada’ diet first and then try to progress to a made in BC diet to get ourselves ready to try the real 100 Mile diet.” Anonymous, Vancouver One Day wonders This month’s wonders are the 2008 Bake for a Change contest participants. The contest inspired these eco-savvy bakers to build gingerbread houses with wind turbines, green roofs, solar panels and rain barrels. Check out photos of the 2007 and 2008 homes suitable for even the most sustainable of all gingerbread men. Viva la resolution! Blogging about your new year’s resolution could win you up to $1,000 in ChangeEverything’s third annual resolution contest. “Every year, so many of us make resolutions that come from our best intentions and then… nuthin’”. Their contest will inspire you to hold strong to the things you intend to change. Click here for contest details.	Forward this to... …someone you met over the holidays. This is your opportunity to turn a good first impression into a great one. New readers, sign-up here. what's happening 17th Annual Wellness Show February 6 to 8, 2009 The show's comprehensive program features non-stop educational sessions including keynote speakers, demonstrations and special events reflecting the most up-to-date information on wellness and healthy living. Winter Farmers Markets January 17, 31 10am to 2pm WISE Hall, 1882 Adanac Shop at these markets to help keep BC farmers farming, find tasty local foods and reduce the greenhouse gas emissions associated with your diet. LiveSmart BC Incentives Workshop Winter 2009 Learn how to access government rebates for your home energy improvement projects. Workshops are free. Register online for this workshop offered at these community centres: Mount Pleasant - 42101.105MP Dunbar - 45551.101DN Riley Park - 45501.101RP Trout Lake - 45539.101TL and 102.TL Britannia - 45406.101BR Renfrew - 55347.103RF and 104.RF Hastings Park - 45407.100HS Green Drinks Vancouver January 21, 2009 A monthly gathering of anyone interested in "green". Green drinkers are from all ages, backgrounds and groups - non-profit organizations, academia, government, small business, big business, self-employed, volunteers, students, concerned citizens and everyone in between. Check out the One Day events calendar for more sustainability related events happening in and around Vancouver. Did you know... …that over 1,000 homes in Vancouver have already had their LiveSmart BC home energy assessment? These households are now well on their way to more comfortable living, less energy use and up to $12,345 in government rebates. If you live in a house within the City of Vancouver, you may have already received this postcard in your mailbox. If you haven’t, you will soon! One Day media 2009 'year of climate change': UN chief Humanity’s window of opportunity Sustainable Region TV - Episode 37 – Climate Change Check out the One Day media section for more climate change related news.

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