Newsletter

Recycled materials play a crucial role in reducing waste, conserving resources, and lowering carbon footprints.

From Recycling Myths to Local Solutions

The post discusses the complexities of recycling in small communities, emphasizing that merely placing items in green bins doesn’t ensure sustainability. It presents the idea of transforming waste into local resources through initiatives like the Sustainable Living Centre, which fosters innovation and job creation while encouraging a circular economy.

From Recycling Myths to Local Solutions Read More »

Community members collaborating in a local makerspace, building skills and sustainable jobs for the future.

Building the Future Locally: Human Skills for a Changing World

It’s no secret that the job market is shifting — and fast. Automation, artificial intelligence, and digital tools are transforming how we work, what we value, and even what we teach. But for small communities like ours, these changes don’t have to spell decline or displacement. They can become the foundation of a new kind

Building the Future Locally: Human Skills for a Changing World Read More »

View of the Sheep River in winter time

Sustainable Life – DECember Update: Preparing for Winter, Planning for Spring

Welcome to Sustainable Life Updates! You’re part of a growing community in Diamond Valley working toward a more sustainable future.This month, we’re looking at what the changing season can teach us — how to wrap up projects, protect what we’ve built, and plan for the year ahead. 🌿 Xeriscaping Momentum Across town, more households have

Sustainable Life – DECember Update: Preparing for Winter, Planning for Spring Read More »