SENIORS FOR CLIMATE - EARTH DAY EVENT
2025-04-26 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Allan Gardens, 160 Gerrard Street East, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
NORTH WEST CORNER OF ALLAN GARDENS: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Individual Action Interest Group Mtg - Tuesday, May 13, 2025
2025-05-13 13:30 - 15:30 | For location, please RSVP by emailing, membership@climatelearners.ca
Individual Action Group meeting
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Note new start time: and date 1:30 pm ET, May 13
This will be an in-person meeting to discuss the future of the Individual Action Group. Please register at membership@climatelearners.ca for the location of the meeting.
For further information, send an email to the above address.

Advocacy Interest Group Mtg, Wednesday, May 14, 2025 on Zoom - 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
2025-05-14 10:00 - 11:30 | On Zoom, Canada
Advocacy Interest Group meeting,
Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 10:00 am – 11:30 am
The group will discuss top priorities the new federal government should undertake.
See the May CALL newsletter (page 3) for a list of suggested background reading for this
meeting on page 3 under “A new chapter begins for the Canadian climate change conversation.”
CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE MTG ON MAY 13

CALL's June Learning Mtg - "Climate Change in Canada. Taking Action" with Dr. Martin Bush
2025-06-18 10:00 - 12:00 | On Zoom, Canada
Join us on Wednesday, June 18th at 10:00 a.m. EST for CALL’s learning meeting where Dr. Martin Bush will present on the topic: “Climate Change in Canada. Taking Action.”
Dr. Bush’s presentation will provide an overview of present and future climate change impacts in Canada followed by a review of measures and policies that will reduce the effects to a manageable level. The different policy options for mitigation and adaptation will also be explained and assessed. If Canada is to meet its obligations under the 2015 Paris Agreement, there is no time lose.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER:
You will receive an email confirmation with your personal link to join the meeting.
BIO:
Dr Martin Bush is a chemical engineer by training. He also holds an MSc in Protected Landscape Management and is the author of two books on climate change, renewable energy, and the impact of climate change on small island developing states.

Seniors for Climate presents a "must-see" webinar on Sept 9th, with John Vaillant, award-winning author of Fire Weather
2025-09-09 18:30 - 20:00 | On Zoom, Canada
All CALL supporters are invited to join in a special webinar event presented by Seniors for Climate, on September 9 at 6:30 PM ET, with John Vaillant, award-winning author of Fire Weather. In a 30-minute talk and live Q&A, Vaillant will explore how wildfires—fuelled by fossil-driven climate change—are reshaping our lives and what we can do about it.
REGISTER HERE:
Canada is facing its second-worst wildfire season ever—over 7 million hectares burned, coast-to-coast blazes, mass evacuations, and dangerously poor air quality for vulnerable groups, especially seniors.
Why it matters: Seniors are among the hardest hit—facing respiratory distress, displacement, and isolation from wildfire smoke.
What you’ll gain: Urgency, insight, and a path forward.

October 10, 2025-Individual Action Interest Group, Meeting-Walking Tour
2025-10-10 10:00 - 11:30
Join the Individual Action Interest group for a beautiful, breathtaking visit to the NEW Biidaasige Park in the Port Lands. It will be led by Dr. Phillip Wood.
This is a sweeping greenspace that lines the new mouth of the Don River. It is the largest park to open in Toronto in a generation and the first public space to open on Ookwemin Minising (aka Villiers Island). The park was built as part of an innovative approach to flood protection. Through tri-government investment, the Port Lands Flood Protection project protects 174 hectares of land in the Port Lands and the eastern waterfront from flooding.
We will meet at Balzac’s Coffee in the Distillery District by 10:00 am.
By TTC, take the 504 King Streetcar to the Distillery Loop.

CALL's Book Review on Bill McKibben's, "Here Comes the Sun"
2025-10-15 10:00 - 12:00 | On Zoom, Canada
Join us on October 15h, 2025 for a CALL-led discussion of Bill McKibben’s new book, “Here Comes the Sun — A Last Chance for the Climate and a Fresh Chance for Civilization“. Bill McKibben is an acclaimed environmentalist and author. The book tells a story of resilience, equity and hope for the future. Everyone is welcome, whether you have had an opportunity to read the book or not!
THIS EVENT HAS ALREADY OCCURRED. CLICK HERE TO WATCH A RECORDING.

Climate Advocacy Mtg-on Zoom, November 19
2025-11-19 10:00 - 11:30 | On Zoom, Canada
On Wednesday, November 19th, 2025 on Zoom, the Climate Advocacy Interest Group will meet from 10:00-11:30 a.m. to discuss recent events, including the November 4th federal budget and COP 30. We will also consider actions to advocate for more renewable energy.

CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE MEETING:

* SAVE THE DATE * for CALL's next Learning Meeting
2025-12-03 10:00 - 11:30 | On Zoom, Canada
Join us on December 3, for a member-led presentation and discussion centered on Canada’s climate action commitments. Our working theme, is “How are we responding to Canada’s hinge moment?” This session will unpack what these pivotal events mean for Canada’s climate future–and how we, as citizens, can actively engage in the conversation that follows.

The November 4 federal Budget
The forthcoming Climate Competitiveness Strategy, expected to be released alongside the Budget, and
Key outcomes of COP 30 held in Belém, Brazil (Nov 10 – 21)

REGISTER HERE
Watch this short YouTube clip of Prime Minister Carney speaking about what defines this critical “hinge moment”.

Individual Action Interest Group-Mtg-February 10
2026-02-10 10:00 - 11:30 | On Zoom, Canada
On Tuesday, February 10, 2026 from 10:00 am – 11:30 am ET join CALL’s Individual Action Interest Group via Zoom where we will kick off the new year with a discussion on sustainable travel.
CLICK HERE to join the meeting on Feb 10 (advance registration is not required).

Dr. Martin Bush - 8 Week, Online Climate Course - February 17- April 7, 2026
2026-02-17 13:00 - 15:00 | On Zoom, Canada
Climate Action for Lifelong Learners (CALL) is pleased to announce a special winter offering: an up-to-date, in depth, inspiring and accessible 8-week on-line Zoom course on climate change, taught by Dr. Martin Bush, one of Canada’s most insightful voices on climate science and renewable energy.

Timed to finish just before Earth Week, this course is ideal for anyone who is curious about the climate crisis—from those seeking a clear introduction to those wanting the most up-to-date information.
REGISTER HERE
About the Course
The Climate Crisis: A Canadian Perspective reviews the worsening global climate emergency and its direct impacts on Canadians and communities in Canada.
Participants will explore:

The destructive effects of extreme weather, wildfires, storms, floods, and heat waves
The geophysical and socioeconomic forces driving rapid climate change
Practical solutions, including the transition to electrification and renewable energy
How the fossil fuel industry has manufactured doubt that still reaches school curricula
The specific risks Canada faces—and strategies to protect communities
How Canadians can take meaningful action and influence municipal and provincial policy

This course is clear, current, and empowering—perfect for those who want to understand what is happening and what can be done.
Please register now and plan to join us—and share this information with others who may be interested. Note: registration is a two-step process. Click the link above to register and it will provide instructions on how to pay for the course ($25 for eight weeks).
BIO – DR. MARTIN BUSH
Dr. Martin Bush is a chemical engineer with decades of experience in renewable energy technologies, climate policy, and environmental education. His work has taken him from the University of the West Indies to the University of Waterloo, the University of Calgary, and the University of Florida, where he taught solar thermal, wind, geothermal, hydropower, and photovoltaic technologies. He is a Climate Reality Leader with Al Gore’s international program, and an active member of SCAN!. He lives in Montreal. Martin continually updates his material to reflect the latest climate science and policy insights.
Course Dates:

Feb 17, 2026 01:00 PM
Feb 24, 2026 01:00 PM
Mar 3, 2026 01:00 PM
Mar 10, 2026 01:00 PM
Mar 17, 2026 01:00 PM
Mar 24, 2026 01:00 PM
Mar 31, 2026 01:00 PM
Apr 7, 2026 01:00 PM

Climate Advocacy Interest Group Mtg-February 18
2026-02-18 10:00 - 11:30 | On Zoom, Canada
On Wednesday, February 18th, join the Climate Advocacy Interest Group for its first meeting of the year to discuss what the Electrotech Revolution means for climate advocacy.
CLICK HERE to join the meeting on Feb 18 (advanced registration is not required).

A Conversation with Steven Guilbeault
2026-02-25 18:30 - 20:00 | On Zoom, Canada
Join CALL and Seniors for Climate for A Conversation with Steven Guilbeault – Canada’s (Ex) Minister of Environment and Climate Change.
REGISTER HERE in advance for this meeting.
Steven Guilbeault’s tenure as Canada’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change was marked by a series of ambitious, historically significant policies and achievements that reshaped the federal climate agenda. Drawing on decades of environmental activism, he:

Introduced Canada’s first comprehensive national Emissions Reduction Plan, providing a detailed roadmap to reduce GHG emissions.
Helped strengthen carbon pricing, modernize the Canadian Environmental Protection Act and for the first time formally recognized a right to a heathy environment in law.
Helped advance Canada’s commitments under the Kunming-Montréal Global Biodiversity Framework.
Saw emissions drop to their lowest level in 27 years.

Join us for this important and informative webinar. There will be a moderated Q&A following Steven’s remarks.

CALL Learning Meeting: featuring Elin Kelsey on her new book "How to be Hopeful"
2026-03-18 11:00 - 12:30 | On Zoom, Canada
Join us at CALL for a BOOK DISCUSSION with award-winning author and speaker, Elin Kelsey.
REGISTER HERE in advance for this meeting
Elin Kelsey is an internationally recognized thought leader in the evidence-based hope and climate justice movement. Her timely and inspiring book “How to be Hopeful: Empowering Practices to Overcome Despair and Act for Climate Justice” offers practical, evidence-based approaches for moving beyond climate despair and cultivating hope as a force for meaningful action.
With Elin’s help, we will reflect on the book’s key ideas and consider how hopeful practices can strengthen our personal, community, and collective responses to the climate crisis.
ELIN KELSEY – Author & Expert on Climate Anxiety

“Elin Kelsey reminds us that at this moment hope is not about simply crossing fingers but rather showing up with calloused and love filled hands.” Christina Figures, former Exec. Sec of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change

Bill McKibben Webinar, sponsored by Seniors for Climate (SFC)
2026-04-08 18:30 - 20:00 | On Zoom, Canada
On April 8, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. EDT, join Bill McKibben and Seniors for Climate to examine the growing clean energy transition – as part of Seniors for Climate’s unifying theme for 2026: Break Through the Climate Silence.

Here comes the Sun: Driving a Renewable Energy Revolution
REGISTER HERE
CALL is a partner under the wider umbrella of Seniors for Climate and is helping to sponsor and deliver this special event with renowned climate activist and author Bill McKibben, whose latest, best-selling book “Here Comes The Sun”, is spreading the word about the clean energy revolution.

Bill will talk to us on this theme and address how this clean energy revolution is quietly accelerating around the world. As one of the world’s leading climate voices he will bring this positive message to us, across Canada on April 8th at 6:30 p.m. EDT.
Be sure to join us!
