{"id":1252,"date":"2025-02-05T11:35:04","date_gmt":"2025-02-05T16:35:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eefabecanada.org\/?page_id=1252"},"modified":"2025-05-22T14:26:23","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T18:26:23","slug":"get-involved","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/eefabecanada.org\/fr\/get-involved\/","title":{"rendered":"S\u2019impliquer"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-39a7fd98 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-63c3db2b\"><h2 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Different Engagements<\/h2><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-0fc628d2 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-6853eac0 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-b95fbdd0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-2e6ad741 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eefabecanada.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/secce.jpg ,https:\/\/eefabecanada.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/secce.jpg 780w, https:\/\/eefabecanada.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/secce.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/eefabecanada.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/secce.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-1721\" width=\"500\" height=\"540\" title=\"secce\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-13ca6178\"><h2 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">CAR-FREE-FRIDAY<\/h2><p class=\"uagb-desc-text\">A Movement for a Greener Future<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-info-box uagb-block-3f287a13 uagb-infobox__content-wrap  uagb-infobox-icon-above-title uagb-infobox-image-valign-top\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-content\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-title-wrap\"><\/div><p class=\"uagb-ifb-desc\">Every day, millions of vehicles clog our streets, pollute our air, and contribute to climate change. <strong>Car-Free Day<\/strong> is a movement that encourages people to rethink their transportation choices and embrace a healthier, more sustainable way of living.<br><br>We are  committed to reducing carbon emissions, improving air quality, and fostering vibrant, eco-friendly communities.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-ast-global-color-5-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c24dffce4dd1fc146f02726596c1e9cf\">\n<li><strong>Lower greenhouse gas emissions<\/strong> and combat climate change<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reduce air pollution<\/strong>, making our cities healthier and safer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Promote active transportation<\/strong> like walking and cycling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Encourage public transport use<\/strong> to cut congestion and fuel consumption<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Strengthen communities<\/strong> by reclaiming streets for people, not cars<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-info-box uagb-block-40891907 uagb-infobox__content-wrap  uagb-infobox-icon-above-title uagb-infobox-image-valign-top\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-content\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-title-wrap\"><h3 class=\"uagb-ifb-title\"><strong>Why This Matters<\/strong><\/h3><\/div><p class=\"uagb-ifb-desc\"><strong>Environmental Benefits:<\/strong> Fewer cars mean <strong>less pollution<\/strong> and <strong>lower carbon emissions<\/strong>, leading to cleaner air and reduced climate impact.<br><strong>Urban Well-Being:<\/strong> Car-free streets allow for <strong>more green spaces, safer sidewalks, and better community engagement<\/strong>.<br><strong>Health Benefits:<\/strong> Walking and cycling <strong>boost physical fitness<\/strong>, lower stress, and create healthier lifestyles.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Leave Your Car at Home<\/strong> \u2013 Walk, cycle, or use public transportation for the day<br><strong>Organize a Car-Free Zone<\/strong> \u2013 Advocate for local streets to be reserved for pedestrians and cyclists<br><strong>Join a Community Event<\/strong> \u2013 Participate in clean-up drives, outdoor activities, and awareness workshops<br><strong>Support Green Policies<\/strong> \u2013 Push for better public transport infrastructure, bike lanes, and sustainable urban planning<br><strong>Spread Awareness<\/strong> \u2013 Share the campaign on social media, encourage friends and family to join, and educate others on the benefits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Small Steps, Big Impact<\/strong><br>By choosing <strong>alternative transportation<\/strong>, we can create cleaner cities, healthier communities, and a more sustainable future. <strong>Car-Free Day is more than just one day\u2014it\u2019s a movement toward lasting environmental change.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-7f7d81e0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-6368caf8 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eefabecanada.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SNH-1.jpg ,https:\/\/eefabecanada.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SNH-1.jpg 780w, https:\/\/eefabecanada.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SNH-1.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/eefabecanada.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SNH-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-1723\" width=\"500\" height=\"540\" title=\"SNH-1\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-info-box uagb-block-58238acf uagb-infobox__content-wrap  uagb-infobox-icon-above-title uagb-infobox-image-valign-top wp-block-uagb-info-box--has-margin\"><div class=\"uagb-infobox-margin-wrapper\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-content\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-title-wrap\"><h3 class=\"uagb-ifb-title\">ENGAGEMENT <br><br>WHY SUSTAINABLE NEIGHBOURHOOD<\/h3><\/div><p class=\"uagb-ifb-desc\">Our neighborhoods are more than just places where we live. They are the heart of our communities, cities, and townships. They shape our well-being, influence our environment, and define the quality of life we experience daily. However, as modern conveniences grow, so does the challenge of <strong>plastic pollution and litter<\/strong>, which threatens the health of our surroundings.<br>Plastic litter, particularly from single-use items like <strong>shopping bags, food wrappers, and bottles<\/strong>, has become a persistent issue in many neighborhoods. Despite the presence of waste management authorities, plastic waste often remains improperly disposed of, accumulating in streets, parks, and community forests. Over time, natural elements such as wind and rain transport these pollutants into green spaces and waterways, harming wildlife and disrupting ecosystems.<br><br>Plastic waste doesn\u2019t just make our surroundings unsightly! it significantly affects biodiversity. Parks, forests, and urban gardens, which should serve as vital green lungs for our communities, often bear the brunt of plastic pollution. Wildlife, including birds and small mammals, mistake plastic for food or become entangled, leading to injury or death.<br><br>Single-use shopping bags are a major contributor to plastic pollution. Many shoppers purchase a new bag each time they visit a store, while some vendors offer low-quality, non-durable bags that tear easily and are discarded almost immediately. 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