My Environment Expo

It was a thrill to launch the 22nd annual Mayor’s Environment Expo earlier today. The expo brings together students from all across the city to share ideas and learn about environmental sustainability. In 22 years, more than 45,000 kids have participated.

But the Mayor’s Environment Expo is not just for students. Everyone is welcome to visit over the next two days. The expo is held in the Atrium of the Municipal Building between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM. There are more than 50 exhibitors showcasing eco-action in Calgary. If you’re looking for a way to reduce your impact on the environment, you might be surprised at what you can learn. I know I was!

I met with students from four of the 10 schools participating in the expo’s year-long showcase school program. Their showcases included ideas about composting, energy conservation and waste reduction that can be done by anyone in Calgary.

I'm always inspired by the passion of Calgary’s youth. Their ideas and dedication to making their world better is a reminder of why we get involved in our own communities. I want to thank all of the students I met today and all those who are participating in the expo over the next two days.

- Mayor Naheed Nenshi