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A week for provincial climate action during the Council of the Federation as Canada's Premiers discuss climate, energy, and trade.
Regina (31 July 2009) - Progressive groups, including the Saskatchewan Government and General Employees' Union (SGEU/NUPGE), are gearing up for a "Climate showdown in Regina" coinciding with the summer meeting of Canada's premiers and territorial leaders.
The talks on climate, energy and trade issues are scheduled Aug. 5-7 in the Saskatchewan capital. Some of the key groups involved include the Council of Canadians, Greenpeace and the Sierra Club of Canada.
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The following events are planned to bring home the importance of environmental issues to the provincial and territorial leaders:
Tuesday, Aug. 4
7 p.m. - Cinema Poltico featuring "Downstream", "You, Me & The SPP", & "King's North" @ Knox Metropolitan United Church (2340 Victoria Avenue).
Wednesday, Aug. 5
12 noon - Pedal for the Planet Lobby Loop Launch @ the Saskatchewan Legislature (123 Legislative Building, 2405 Legislative Drive).
7 p.m. - People's Teach-In: Climate, Energy, Trade Panels @ Knox Metropolitan United Church (2340 Victoria Avenue).
Thursday, Aug. 6
12 noon - Climate Justice Rally @ the Saskatchewan Legislature (123 Legislative Building, 2405 Legislative Drive).
7 p.m. - Our Power Is Renewable Potluck & Social @ the Cathedral Neighbourhood Centre (2900 13th Avenue).
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