Can Dawson recycle masks?
February 23rd, 2021
Dawson is distributing single-use procedural masks to everyone who enters the building. These masks have been proven to provide effective protection from COVID. Requests to recycle the masks have been considered.
The Sustainability Office, in collaboration with Facilities Management, has been reviewing recycling proposals by various companies. For the moment, we, like nearly all CEGEPs involved in a discussion, have not found a proven viable method to recycle the masks.
We are confident that directing masks towards landfill with our regular garbage is the least environmentally damaging option when considering cost, risk of exposure to pathogens, travel of the masks to recyclers, traceability, as well as the energy and effort involved in the imperfect processes, which lead to storage, incineration or recycled plastic.
February 23rd, 2021
Make a lunch date for your own well-being and enjoyment. There are still 13 more days of free programming and activities offered exclusively to Dawson employees at lunchtime through the 1249 Club, a wellness project sponsored by Human Resources and the Sustainability Office with contributions from services and departments across the College. Two of the…
February 9th, 2021
Dear Faculty, In September 2015, Canada and all United Nations Member States adopted the聽2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development聽(the 2030 Agenda), a shared blueprint for partnership, peace and prosperity for all people and the planet, now and into the future. As part of this Canadian initiative, the Dawson Sustainability Office is working on including the 17…
The 1249 Club is back!!!
February 9th, 2021
Did you know that it takes 12 female honey bees to travel 1249 kilometers together to produce 1 teaspoon of HONEY? Let鈥檚 get moving like the bees with 12 weekly wellness activities over 4 weeks including 9 live activities to connect and engage with the community!
Dawson鈥檚 Sustainability Office and Human Resources, with contributions from departments and services across the college, are excited to offer 4 weeks of wellness activities to all Dawson Employees!
- February 15-March 12, 2021.
- Activities hosted mostly by Dawson鈥檚 very own Faculty, Staff and Retirees!
- Weekly Participation Prizes will be raffled 1249 swag, Dawson鈥檚 rooftop honey, gift cards to local shops and more!
Join the 1249 Employee Wellness Group on through office 365 to participate in our weekly activities!
BEE a part of it!
Student Wellness Challenge begins Feb. 15
February 9th, 2021
A Wellness Challenge for Students is being launched Feb. 15
Student Services, Sustainability and Communications have developed a peer to peer model that will encourage students to sustain healthy minds and healthy bodies through awareness and prevention.
Students will learn about how to create positive habits and find motivation from one another to combat the mental and physical burden they may be experiencing. Participants will earn entries into a draw for prizes throughout the semester.
Mental health and well-being are essential to student success. To find out more, students can follow @ on Instagram.
After “Rebellion” students discuss climate change at Feb. 18 panel
February 9th, 2021
Five inspiring Dawson students and alumni will discuss their views and actions on the Climate Crisis at the Environmental Seminar at Dawson (virtually) on Feb. 18 at 10 a.m.
The 2019 climate march was featured in an episode of David Suzuki's The Nature of Things entitled "Rebellion". The聽mobilization of the College was spearheaded by the Green Earth Club. Students will discuss their involvement in the march as youth activists and present their current projects.
Presentations will be followed by a Q & A. This panel is being moderated by Brian Mader and introduced by Anna-Liisa Aunio. Please watch the episode Rebellion, which is available free on CBC Gem here:
E-mail bpoirier@dawsoncollege.qc.ca to book your class for the panel.
Second video of Dawson community reactions to AASHE Gold for leadership in sustainability
February 9th, 2021
Click Read More to go to the news brief, which contains the second and final video compilation of Dawson community reactions to the news of being recognized at the AASHE Gold level for leadership for sustainability. You will also find links to the previous two videos and written messages from the Dawson community and to the Dawson community.
Professionals & support staff can sign up for Sustainable Happiness
January 26th, 2021
Professionals and support staff, there is an opportunity to take the 24-hour Certificate in Sustainable Happiness (SH) Course this semester. The program will run Feb. 12 through April 9 on Fridays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Participants will be introduced to the concept of Sustainable Happiness and explore its implications, both personally and professionally. This is an experiential and applied certificate.
Key topics include: sustainability, connecting with Nature, positive psychology, well-being, happiness, and healthy/sustainable lifestyles. All participants must complete a project that benefits the well-being of themselves, others and/or the planet to obtain the certificate.
Some examples of successfully completed projects last semester were plant-based recipe books, yoga / meditation challenges, going on daily dates with Nature, 30 days of acts of kindness, plant giveaways, vertical gardens at home, family wellness and a zero waste challenge.
To express your interest or place your name on the waiting list, go to
For more information, go to /sustainable/sustainable-happiness/
There is also a Certificate in SH course that will run Feb.15- April 12 for students.
Dawson reacts to AASHE gold in new video
January 26th, 2021
We could all use some good news to propel us through this difficult winter.
Many colleagues reached out with reactions in words and videos to the amazing news last month about 张百乔女友裸照 being officially recognized as a world leader in sustainability. All of these words and videos will be shared.
Click Read More for a brief news story and link to a new video compilation of Dawson colleagues reacting. Next month, we will present a second compilation video. May this encourage you!
Students encourage teachers to use Sustainable Happiness in class at Ped Days
January 26th, 2021
At Ped Days on Jan. 20, the tables were turned as students taught teachers for the first time at the annual professional development event for teachers.
Four final-year CRLT students shared Sustainable Happiness with teachers in the hopes of making students and teachers in virtual classrooms more connected, engaged and happy.
Click Read More for the homepage news story.
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