Campbell Stuart recognized for environmental work

    Congratulations to our very own Campbell Stuart for receiving the Green Coalition’s 2014 Outstanding Environmental Contribution award. This honour recognizes his commitment and work to preserve green spaces in the Montreal area.

    OEC award 2014Campbell has been a member of les Amis du Parc Meadowbrook since 2010 when he became involved with reviving the longstanding group’s work. Through his dynamic leadership, collaborative approach and passion  to save Meadowbrook as a natural green space, he has led the battle on many fronts. He has been instrumental in making numerous informal and formal presentations to Montreal and Quebec officials.

    Campbell has also shared his skills and expertise by mentoring students and volunteers.  He has generously given of his time to help and advise others, and his patience and encouragement is much appreciated.

    We are very honoured as an association to have Campbell Stuart receive this award. It is more than well-deserved for all the energy he has dedicated to environmental causes and, in particular, to Les Amis du Parc Meadowbrook.

    Highlights from the Green Coalition’s annual general meeting are included in  the following Pimento Report:   http://youtu.be/GKUcH2yer2U 

Campbell’s presentation starts at 10:10.

    Jane’s Walk 2014

    Les Amis du Parc Meadowbrook held tours of the area around Meadowbrook as part of the 2014 Jane’s Walk.

    Dida Berku describes the 25-year-old history of Les Amis du Parc Meadowbrooke

    Dida Berku describes the 25-year-old history of Les Amis du Parc Meadowbrooke

    David Fletcher holds up a water sample containing mollusks. Behind him is one of many ephemeral wetlands that are important for local wildlife.

    David Fletcher holds up a water sample containing mollusks. Behind him is one of many ephemeral wetlands that are important for local wildlife.

    City’s budget cuts leave less money dedicated to protecting Montreal’s natural spaces

    The following articles from The Montreal Gazette, Le Journal de Montréal and Journal Métro cover some of the details:

    Groups unhappy with Montreal decision

    Letter: Montreal fails once again in habitat protection

    Journal de Montréal: CRE-Montreal demande au maire de ne pas couper

    Métro: Coderre coupe dans la verdure