Learn How at the 15^th Annual North Grenville Sustainability Fair

This Sunday, April 27th, Sustainable North Grenville (SNG) is excited to be hosting the 16th annual Sustainability Fair and EV show at the North Grenville Municipal Centre from 10-3. The event draws visitors from all over the region who come to enjoy dozens of vendors and community groups, partake in mouth-watering local baking and cooking, test drive a new EV, and be serenaded by local musical talent. All for FREE!

A family-friendly event, kids can check out the many fun and interactive booths, and can hang out in the Kids’ Zone as long as they like. RVCA will be there with their microscopes examining underwater bugs, and kids can get their hands in the dirt to plant seedlings. And of course, there will be an arts and crafts station where kids can unwind and focus on a creative project.

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. Here’s this year’s line-up:

• 10 am: Nature Journaling – Local artist Meredith Luce will share how to focus your senses, be present in the moment, and grow your curiosity to develop a connection with nature.
• 11 am: SaveON Home Renovation Savings program – Chris Weissflog, a local renewable energy and building efficiency proponent, will explore what’s in Ontario’s new energy retrofit incentive program.
• 12 pm: All things EV – Jeff Knapp has driven many EVs since 2017. He’ll discuss a range of topics, such as how EVs compare to combustion engine vehicles, and also bust the myths that continually show up in social media.
• 1 pm: Air-source heat pumps – Tim VanderMeer is a local HVAC designer who specializes in energy efficient homes. He will explain how heat pumps work, and how they can be adapted to a range of homes.
• 2 pm: Naturopathic summer first aid – Dr Shawn Yakimovich ND, a licensed Naturopathic Doctor, will cover 10 natural remedies for common acute summer situations for the whole family.

Electric Vehicles in the Arena

Come and see many of the latest vehicles available on the market today, some of which you can sign up and test drive onsite. We are happy to welcome six of our local dealerships this year: Myers Kemptville Chevrolet Buick GMC, Barrhaven Ford, Star Motors of Ottawa Mercedes-Benz, Otto’s BMW, Myers Manotick Jeep Ram Dodge Chrysler, and Donnelly Mitsubishi. We will also have onsite Weagant Farm Supplies to showcase the commercial line of Greenworks outdoor power equipment. The strength of our show is always our friends and neighbours who bring their personal vehicles to show and discuss performance in our area and our climate. Come ask your questions and see the latest technology!

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. In the morning, you’ll hear the ever-popular Grenville Troubadours, the surrealistic Bruce Enloe and the lyrical Arthur McGregor & James Clugston. In the afternoon, listen to the indefatigable Bruce, plus the toe-tapping tunes of the Heroic Mad Peasants, with the harmonious sounds of Tripoly closing out the afternoon.

The event is on from 10am – 3pm this Sunday, and is FREE!