This ClimateFast Action Alert shares information, resources, news, and activist opportunities about the climate crisis that may interest our readers, but that do not necessarily reflect the views of ClimateFast as an organization, nor the views of its members. 

The City of Toronto launched the 2025 budget consultations with Mayor Chow and Councillor/Budget Chief Shelley Carroll in early October. This is your chance to let the City know how important it is that they spend money in ways that will best address the Climate Crisis and ensure we reach the TransformTO Net Zero by 2040 goals.

What: Click on the 2025 Budget page here. You might choose to respond to the survey and/or register to attend or make a deputation to an in-person or virtual budget meeting, happening on specific dates in October. Let's keep the Climate Crisis front and centre!

When: Survey is available for the month of October; budget meetings happen now through October 30

Planet in Focus is an environmental media arts organization launched in 1999. Its mandate is to produce cultural events that showcase engaging and artistic films that question, explore and tell stories about the world we live in. It uses film as a catalyst for public awareness, discussion and engagement on a broad range of environmental issues.

When: October 15-20

Where: Paradise Theatre, 1006 Bloor St. W., Toronto

What: Check the 2024 film lineup here. Tickets can be purchased online.