Canadian Association of Nurses for the Environment

Resources for nurses to support planetary health and recognize its importance to human survival and well-being
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Building a Low Carbon Energy Toolbox for your Health Care Facility
Join CCGHC Feb 14, at 9 AM PST / 12 PM EST for a webinar featuring Katelyn Poyntz, who will share valuable insights on how to build a low-carbon energy toolbox tailored to your health care facility. 🌱#Nurses4PlanetaryHealth Register here 🔗https://conta.cc/42znnHy
Beyond the Shock Doctrine: A Conversation on Tariffs, Climate and Solidarity
Hosted by @CANRacCanada this conversation will feature author and activist Naomi Klein, Syed Hussan, & Melina Laboucan-Massimo, founder and Executive Director of Sacred Earth. #Nurses4PlanetaryHealth https://shorturl.at/iBleS 🗓️ Wednesday, February 12th 🕓 7pm ET | 4pm PT
An Overview of Wildfires in the United States
This webinar from NBPHE focuses on both the immediate and long-term consequences of wildfires, what to do when impacted and how to prevent them in the first place. The fact that wildfires keep on increasing each year is alarming due to the damage that occurs to natural resources, human property and human health. #Nurses4PlanetaryHealth Join on Feb 12 at 12 PM PT – 3 PM ET
Sustainability in Cardiovascular Care: A Toolkit for Developing a Greener Practice
The CCGHC is excited to announce the launch of a new guidebook - Sustainability in Cardiovascular Care: A Toolkit for Developing a Greener Practice #Nurses4PlanetaryHealth This guidebook, developed thanks to investment from the Government of Canada’s Low Carbon Economy Implementation Readiness Fund, highlights strategies for cardiovascular specialists to promote sustainable practices, benefiting both cardiovascular and planetary health. Découvrez cette nouvelle ressource : https://conta.cc/4hlLaiZ
Choosing Wisely’s Climate Rounds
Join Choosing Wisely’s first webinar, co-hosted with the Canadian Medical Association, to kick off a new series, Climate Rounds on Feb 26 at 12 p.m. ET. Experts will share practical steps for eliminating desflurane and promoting more environmentally sustainable changes at the provincial level. #Nurses4PlanetaryHealth Register now!
Fundamentals of Sustainable Health Systems
Learn more about sustainable health systems in 2025! Fundamentals of Sustainable Health Systems is a chance to develop your skills and grow your networks with individuals across the Canadian health system who are interested in harnessing opportunities to achieve high quality, low carbon care. #Nurses4PlanetaryHealth 🗓️ February 6, 2025, 9am–1pm PT | 12–4pm ET | 1–5pm AT
World Wetland Day is on February 2.
World Wetland Day is on February 2. The theme for 2025 is "Protecting wetlands for our common future". Human societies are intricately linked to our planet’s wetlands. #Nurses4PlanetaryHealth
Join HSO's Climate Action Webinar!
🌍 Join HSO's Climate Action Webinar! 🏥 Discover key strategies for sustainable healthcare on Feb 4, 2025, 12-1PM ET. Featuring HSO's Climate Action Advisory Committee leaders: • Dr. Myles Sergeant (Co-Chair) • Vishal Jain (Co-Chair) • Linda Varangu (Advisor) Maya, our CANE President is also on this Committee. @ccghc
What’s Next for Canada’s Emissions Cap Webinar
As political dynamics shift and the climate crisis intensifies, the pressure is on to secure strong and fair rules to curb oil & gas pollution. Join this important talk by CAPE with health & climate experts to learn what’s at stake and how to make it happen. #Nurses4PlanetaryHealth
European Climate Resilient Health Systems free Course!
Join GCCHE for 10 weeks, starting Jan 28 for the "European Climate Resilient Health Systems" free Course! All professionals interested in climate and health are welcome! #Nurses4PlanetaryHealth
International Clean Energy Day on Jan 26
On January 26, 2025, the world will celebrate the third annual International Clean Energy Day, a global observance dedicated to raising awareness and mobilising action for a just and inclusive transition to clean energy. The 2025 theme is Clean Energy for People and Planet.
Follow CANE-ACIIE on Bluesky!
Exciting news! The Canadian Association of Nurses for the Environment (CANE) is now on Bluesky! Connect with us for the latest updates on nursing and environmental health. Join the conversation and be part of our community! #Nurses4PlanetaryHealth Follow us at @cane-aciie.bsky.social
Even a wounded world is feeding us.
“Even a wounded world is feeding us. Even a wounded world holds us, giving us moments of wonder and joy. I choose joy over despair. Not because I have my head in the sand, but because joy is what the Earth gives me daily and I must return the gift.” — Robin Wall Kimmerer
Tackling Climate Change in Health Care: UK’s 10-Year Journey
Don't miss out! Tune into #CWTalks on January 29, 2025 at 12 p.m. ET where experts from @SusHealthcare will share lessons learned from a decade of environmentally sustainable QI efforts in the UK. #Nurses4PlanetaryHealth
Rethinking Nitrous Oxide in Health Care: An Environmental and Economic Initiative
Join CCGHC on January 20th at 7:00pm EST for a webinar on Rethinking Nitrous Oxide in Health Care: An Environmental and Economic Initiative. 🍃 Learn about mitigation strategies and system decommissioning. #Nurses4PlanetaryHealth