For a small group, CEAC has used its dedicated volunteer spirit to accomplish many things. Here are some of the things of which we are most proud.
CEAC has been increasingly involved in the operation of the Cochrane Farmer’s Market, which has grown in popularity with both vendors and shoppers alike over the years. It features a wide range of products from fruit and vegetables, meat, baked goods, plants, crafts and furniture, all from regional vendors.
LID Conference
The Brownfield Committee was formed to oversee and ensure clean up of the former Domtar Lands in Cochrane. CEAC members have been active on this committee since it’s inception.
October 18 - 20, 2006
This conference provided opportunities to gain greater understanding of low impact development concepts from a number of speakers across
CEAC has been a sponsor of this event since it started in 1996. Our members have also helped plant some of the 32,000 trees that have been planted around Cochrane in that time. We would like to congratulate Branches and Banks on winning an Alberta Emerald Award for 2003 in the Community Group category.
One of CEAC’s initiatives is pesticide reduction. To date, the group has sponsored two Naturscaping workshops with that goal in mind. These workshops are to help promote the many alternatives available for healthy lawns and gardens, as well as a healthy environment.
Birds & Beans were fun, educational evenings, combining display booths and presentations to highlight the effects of agriculture on wildlife, particularly in this instance of coffee plantations on migratory songbirds.
The 2004 Cochrane LET'S DRIVE GREEN clinic was a great success! With support and participation of more than 11 volunteers, we tested 51 vehicles. Of those vehicles tested 39 (76.5%) passed the emissions test, while 6 (11.6%) exceeded either the HC or CO limits of the idle emissions test.