Earth Day 2008 -- Enough Already!

C.A.R.E. Stratford is hosting Earth Day 2008 with Stephen Lewis delivering the keynote address. A shift from previous annual events, this year's event is being held on Tuesday April 22nd at the Rotary Recreational Complex. During the day, local students will participate in a program run by Stratford Civic Beautification and Environmental Awareness Committee, Upper Thames River Conservation Authority and C.A.R.E. Stratford. The evening will draw on the success of previous Environmental Symposia with renowned speaker, Stephen Lewis, and an exhibit hall to showcase the work being done to address environmental and social justice issues.

"We are excited about our new venue as it will allow more individuals to hear Stephen Lewis' timely message. In terms of our exhibit hall, the space is more limited than in previous years so we encourage potential exhibitors to contact us soon." said organizer, Kerry McManus. For organizations wondering whether their work reflects the intent of the event, the organizers have created guidelines. Exhibitors must be able to display how the purpose of their organization promotes a) beneficial efforts toward preserving/healing the environment in sustainable, measurable, and locally-engaging ways, and/or b) directly addresses issues of injustice, inequity, marginalization within the community or beyond with sustainable long-term solutions. Preference for space will be given to those organizations able to meet both criteria.

Any organizations wishing to secure a space in the Exhibit Hall are asked to contact Kerry McManus at carestratford@cyg.net.