The Community Champion Program educates and enables the residents themselves to become agents of change in their own communities. Community Champions and housing staff receive energy conservation training, focused on the importance of resident behaviour. Resources, such as presentations, posters, communication tools and an online forum help them promote conservation basics to their fellow social housing communities.
“This is about investing in communities,” said Colin Gage, Chair of GLOBE and Vice-Chair of SHSC. “The Community Champion program gives residents an opportunity to learn and truly participate in the sustainability of their community. They get the tools and resources to be part of the solution.”
His comments were echoed by Community Champion Lynn Wood, from Richview Residence for Seniors. “I’ve learned so much, and even though it is hard work, I’ve truly had fun working on this program. I enjoy having the opportunity to talk to my neighbours about their behaviour and how it affects the environment.”