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Grassroots NW Environmental Awareness Society
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2007 |
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Grassroots NW Environmental Awareness Society |
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Grassroots Northland Farmers' Market |
| Summary Of Activity
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‘Make it, Bake it, or Grow it!’ As Grassroots Northland Farmers’ Market approaches its 15th season of encouraging regional economic sustainability by promoting local farmers and ranchers, food processors, and crafters, over $75,000 have been recycled back into community environmental projects through Grassroots NW Environmental Awareness Society.
Since 1990 a small group of dedicated volunteers in northwest Calgary has organized community recycling drives, published environmental education resources for teachers and children, and supported environmental projects for schools and nonprofit groups. Championing certified organic produce, Calgary’s first mid-week farmers’ market is managed by volunteers. ‘Fresh Market Tuesdays’ have grown from 10 to 50 vendors and over 2,000 people per week visit this seasonal market. Partnering with The City of Calgary, local businesses, community associations, Alberta Agriculture and ENGOs, Grassroots Northland Farmers’ Market continues to transform parking lot space into a forum for community building and sustainable environmental practices.
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Polly L. Knowlton Cockett
Grassroots NW Environmental Awareness Society
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5423 Barrett Drive NW
Calgary, AB T2L 1W4
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403-282-2014 |
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