Join us in creating sustainable change
Throughout the month of April we are highlighting how our diverse community of changemakers are working together to create a better future by addressing complex challenges which matter most, such as sustainability.
Join us to celebrate Earth Month and (April 22).
Earth Month Events
91ÑÇÉ« Community Tree Planting
The 91ÑÇÉ« community is invited to participate in tree planting events at the Keele Campus to help create a greener campus, restoring ecosystems to help mitigate climate change.
Keele Campus Tree Planting
Wednesday, April 22
12:00P.M. – 2:00P.M.
Meeting Spot
James Gillies St (East Side of the Rob and Cheryl McEwan Building)
Microlecture Series in Sustainable Living Challenge
During the month of April, we challenge you to complete the Microlecture Series in Sustainable Living! The series is an innovative and interdisciplinary open access program that gives participants the opportunity to learn from six of 91ÑÇɫ’s world-renowned academic experts on a diverse range of topics related to sustainability.
Complete the digital badge here.
91ÑÇÉ« Campus Cleanup
Join 91ÑÇÉ«'s Sustainability team for campus clean-ups to reduce land and water pollution, protect biodiversity and beautify our Keele, Markham and Glendon campuses.
Keele Campus Clean Up
Wednesday, April 15
1:00P.M. - 2:00P.M.
Meeting Spot
Stong Pond between HNES and Bergeron
Glendon Campus Clean Up
Tuesday, April 21
1:30P.M. - 2:30P.M.
Meeting Spot
A Lot Parking
Markham Campus Clean Up
Tuesday, April 29
1:00P.M. - 2:00P.M.
Meeting Spot
Markham Campus Atrium - Info Desk
Earth Month at 91ÑÇÉ«U
Explore how 91ÑÇÉ« is championing a greener future through its Sustainability Strategy
Read our Sustainability Strategy to understand how 91ÑÇÉ« is advancing its commitment to sustainability through a renewed Sustainability Strategy that outlines an ambitious plan for a greener, more inclusive future.
Positive Change for a Sustainable Future is our annual report showcasing 91ÑÇɫ’s key sustainability initiatives, achievements and progress across our campuses.
91ÑÇÉ« earns 2025 Leader in Sustainability Award
91ÑÇÉ« has been recognized by Call2Recycle Canada as a 2025 Leader in Sustainability for its responsible battery recycling.
Community of Changemakers
We asked volunteers, from students to staff, about the importance of sustainability within our everyday lives.
YU Eats at 91ÑÇÉ« is a dynamic and inclusive dining program that engages the entire community, while prioritizing quality, wellness, sustainability, authenticity, and affordability.
From preventing the use of single-use plastics to taking transit, the 91ÑÇÉ« community is creating positive change towards a more sustainable world.