Rights & responsibility: public forum on environmental rights in Canada
Event Information
Description
Join the David Suzuki Foundation, Ecology Ottawa and Ecojustice for an interactive, multimedia forum about the future of environmental rights and responsibilities.
Over the past 50 years, environmental rights have been the fastest-growing body of human rights law internationally. We have a historic opportunity to ensure everyone in Canada has the right to a healthy environment. Come find out how!
The evening will feature stories and performances from guest speakers and environmental heroes.
Guest speakers include:
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Peter Robinson, CEO of the David Suzuki Foundation
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Mayor Lisa Helps, City of Victoria
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Graham Saul, Executive Director of Ecology Ottawa
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Kaitlyn Mitchell, Staff Counsel, Ecojustice
And a special video message from David Suzuki!
Performance by:
Derek Olive, a blend of folk and jazz, blues and pop. In 2015, Derek completed a 10-city, 3000 km music cycling tour across much of Canada in support of the David Suzuki Foundation's Blue Dot movement.
Tickets $10 online, $15 at the door (cash only).
If you can't attend, find out how you can join a community of environmental rights leaders in Ottawa!
FAQs
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No, printed tickets are not necessary. We'll have a ticket-holders list at the doors.
What's the refund policy?
With reasonable requests, tickets will be refunded up until two days prior to the event (i.e. by May 29 at 7pm)
Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?
Yes, please contact the organizers to transfer the ticket to another attendee.
