North Grenville Sustainability Fair
April 27, 2025
Municipal Centre in Kemptville
16th Free Sustainability Fair brought to you by Sustainable North Grenville
We Have the Power to Build a Better Future!
For those new to our community, this is an opportunity to connect with small businesses and community groups local to our area, learn and share on various topics under the theme of sustainability, and see one of the largest electric vehicle displays in Eastern Ontario (and test drive some of the latest models!).
While some attendees are keen environmentalists, many are simply families coming out for a free, family-friendly event to see what they can learn or how to get involved. Kids have a chance to get involved too in our popular children’s area, where they will have a chance to engage in fun and creative activities. There’s something for everyone at the North Grenville Sustainability Fair!
EV show and Test Drives
Supporting and sponsoring our show this year are Myers Kemptville Chevrolet Buick GMC, Barrhaven Ford, Star Motors (Mercedes-Benz), Otto’s BMW, Capital Dodge, and Donnelly Mitsubishi. These local dealers will bring their latest EV and PHEV offerings to show.
This year we are complimenting with a showcase of commercial electric power equipment from Weagant Farm Supplies. And, as mentioned, visitors can talk with owners about their vehicles and experiences.
As in previous years, we are also working to bring back the test drives and visitors are encouraged to sign up early for these since they book up quickly.
Test Drive Signup at the Show
Presentations
The Fair continues the tradition of presentations on a range of topics to help with your budget, your well-being and the health of our planet. Join us on Sunday April 27th in the Urbandale Theatre, at the North Grenville Municipal Centre, as they are offered hourly between 10am and 3pm. Fair admission and presentations are free.
- 10 am Nature Journaling – Meredith Luce
- 11 am SaveON Home Renovation Savings program – Chris Weissflog
- 12 pm All things EV – Jeff Knapp
- 1 pm Air-source heat pumps – Tim VanderMeer
- 2 pm Naturopathic summer first aid – Dr Shawn Yakimovich ND
Local Music and Food
Enjoy Local Food
While you explore the fair, be sure to stop by The Boathouse Café, a new local favourite from the historic hamlet of Burritt’s Rapids. They’ll be serving up a variety of fresh, locally sourced meals, snacks, and beverages—including vegetarian, vegan, and omnivore-friendly options…
Live Music All Day
Music lovers can enjoy performances throughout the day, alternating between informal ‘busking’ sets in the foyer and stage performances inside.
- 10:00 AM – Grenville Troubadours (Foyer)
- 10:30 AM – Bruce Enloe (Food Area Stage)
- 11:15 AM – Grenville Troubadours (Foyer)
- 11:45 AM – Arthur McGregor & James Clugston (Back of the Hall Stage)
- 12:30 PM – Bruce Enloe and Friends (Foyer Busking)
- 1:00 PM – Heroic Mad Peasants (Food Area Stage)
- 1:45 PM – Bruce Enloe and Friends (Foyer Busking)
- 2:15 PM – Tripoly (Food Area Stage)
Vendors
Featuring around 40 local small businesses; from food vendors to crafts and handmade items as well as service businesses and a great number of community groups.
Children’s corner with games and crafts is available at no charge.
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