Mother Nature shined on Fred Henne Territorial Park and Ecology North on Sunday, as the storied eco-advocacy group marked its 50th anniversary with a commemorative picnic.
Individuals and families turned out in droves on a sunny afternoon to snack on hotdogs, bet on a silent auction and enjoy some live music courtesy of the Aurora Fiddle Society, Miranda Currie and Ryan McCord, all to celebrate 50 years of local environmental advocacy.
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Despite the changing times and fluctuating priorities of current issues, Tremblay said Ecology North has stayed consistent in its mission of educating the public and holding leadership accountable on environmental issues.
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Having served as executive director for a year and a half, Tremblay said Ecology North will lean into its educational mandate under her direction.
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