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| Bike to the Future | Citizens working to make cycling a safe, enjoyable, accessible and convenient transportation choice year-round |
| Boreal Forest Network (BFN) | Promotes protection and sustainable use of the boreal forest. |
| Building Urban Industries through Local Development (BUILD) | Making housing more affordable and environmentally friendly by lowering energy and water bills |
| Canadian Beverage Container Recycling Association (CBCRA) | A not-for-profit association of beverage manufacturers. Goal: recycling 75% of all Manitoba beverage containers |
| Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) | Works to protect Manitoba's boreal forest. The boreal forest is the largest terrestrial storehouse of carbon. |
| Centre for Indigenous Environmental Resources (CIER) | Establishes and implements environmental capacity-building initiatives for First Nations |
| Climate Change Connection - Manitoba hub | Manitoba's hub for information about climate change since January 2002 |
| Communities in Bloom | Promotes environmental responsibility & beautification with focus on promotion of green spaces in community settings |
| Daniel McIntyre / St. Matthews Community Association (DMSMCA) | Involved in CLER project 2008-12. Greening/gardening projects. Housing rehabilitation & energy efficiency |
| Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) | Works to conserve, restore, and manage wetlands and associated habitat for North America's waterfowl |
| Fort Whyte Alive | Climate change exhibit and conducts environmental education programs. Member of CCC Steering Committee. |
| Green Action Centre | Education and resources for green commuting, composting, waste reduction, sustainable living, resource conservation |
| Green Kids, Inc | A non-profit, live-theatre group dedicated to environmental education for young people through performance |
| International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) | Promotes climate change research, knowledge sharing, and engagement. Member of CCC Steering Committee. |
| Manitoba Association for Resource Recovery Corporation (MARRC) | Non-profit organization of manufacturers and marketers of oil products to steward used oil, oil filters, and containers |
| Manitoba Cycling Association (MCA) | Advocates for sport, recreational, and commuter cyclists, cycling facilities, and safe cycling in Manitoba |
| Manitoba Eco-Network (MEN) | Umbrella group for environmental NGOs. Host of Organic Lawn Care project (emissions reduction). Host of CCC. |
| Manitoba Environmental Industries Association Inc. (MEIA) | Connecting interested stakeholders with environmental issues and opportunities |
| Manitoba Environmental Youth Network (MEYN) | Opportunities for youth to connect, share resources, collaborate on projects and stay informed on relevant issues |
| Manitoba Ozone Protection Industry Association Incorporated (MOPIA) | Protecting stratospheric ozone by reducing emission of ozone depleting substances |
| Manitoba Product Stewardship Corporation (MPSC) | Administers Manitoba's 2 cent per beverage container Waste Reduction and Prevention (WRAP) levy |
| Manitoba Recreational Trail Association (MRTA) | Coordinating trail development by 18 regional trail associations including the Trans Canada Trail in the province |
| Manitoba Wildlands | Provides international, national, and regional information about climate change. A vocal advocate for action. |
| Marquis Project | Linking Manitobans with the developing world. Host of Climate Change Impact Speaker Series. |
| Nature Manitoba | Works to promote an appreciation and understanding of nature, and to preserve and enjoy it |
| Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre (OHMIC) | Fosters public awareness and knowledge of the inherent values of wetlands and associated ecosystems |
| Save our Seine (SOS) | Dedicated to preserve, protect, & enhance Seine River environment. Cleanup and tree planting projects. |
| Social Planning Council | Improving living circumstances of individuals & communities through research, engagement, advocacy & action |
| South Eastman Transition Initiative | Facilitating a transition towards more sustainable lifestyles in Southeastern Manitoba. |
| Spence Neighbourhood Association | Volunteer planted and run community garden projects. Community greenspace development and maintenance. |
| Thomas Sill Foundation | Provides grants focused on community improvement, poverty, health, education, and environment |
| Thompson Recycling Centre (TRC) | Residential and business recycling, building material recycling, coordinates hazardous waste drop-off days |
| Tire Stewardship Manitoba | A not-for-profit organization managing the scrap tire recycling program on behalf of tire retailers in Manitoba |
| Trees Winnipeg (Coalition to Save the Elms) | Working to protect, preserve, and promote the urban forest and urban environment |
| West Broadway Development Corporation (WBDC) | Volunteer planted and run community garden projects. Community greenspace development and maintenance. |
| Wilderness Committee | Education, advocacy, and research to protect boreal forest which is crucial for mitigating climate change. |
| Winnipeg Repair, Education and Cycling Hub (The WRENCH) | Community training, mentorship of bicycle repair, access to unused/ unclaimed bikes, access to used bike parts |
| Winnipeg Trails Association (WTA) | Coalition of volunteer trail builders and users focused on trail development and connectivity in Winnipeg |
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