What is an EcoAction Team?

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An EcoAction Team is made up of your household and your neighbours, friends, family, coworkers, classmates, fellow club members or whomever you want to work with! You do not need to start or join a team to use the activity calculator.

What's expected of EcoAction Team participants?

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Participants choose a level to begin with (Level 1, 2 or 3) and complete the activities. In one household, all members can participate but only one person needs to “report” for the team.

As a participant you will:

• Work through the program activities at your chosen level
• Have internet access and track household activities and progress on the EcoAction Teams website
• Review activities, share ideas and share resources with your team members online or in person
• Ask if you need help! Don't hesitate to contact the EcoAction Teams staff if you cannot find the information online
• Have fun! The program was designed to be fun, simple and adaptable to your lifestyle

Do all members of my household have to participate?

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While it is ideal to have all members of a household participate in the program, we realize this might not always be possible. Any and every contribution makes a difference.

Can I participate as an individual?

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Yes! If you would like to work through the program on your own, you will receive all the same benefits as a team such as tips, access to the online calculators, and eligibility for rewards.

Can my municipality become an EcoAction Team Municipality?

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We have pre-selected communities to help us pilot the EcoAction Teams program across Canada. Municipalities interested in partnerships for our next phase can contact the Program Manager at .

How do I start an EcoAction team?

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Sign up online and indicate that you are creating a team. Ask people you think might be interested in participating in EcoAction Teams to join you in the program. Other ways to recruit team members include writing an article for your local newspaper, putting a notice up on your local community bulletin board and sending an email through environmental or community listservs. Still unsure? Contact the EcoAction Teams Program Coordinator for assistance at: .

Can I share my ideas with EcoAction Teams staff?

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If you have questions or concerns about the program, please contact . EcoAction Teams may be able to refer you to your local delivery partner for questions or concerns.

What themes do the EcoAction Teams Activity levels cover?

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• Energy conservation
• Water conservation
• Waste reduction
• Transportation alternatives
• Green gardening and lawn care
• Conscientious consumerism

Could you provide an example of an EcoAction Teams activity?

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EcoAction Teams activities can be a simple as taking a shorter shower, changing your lighting to energy efficient bulbs, or as involved as installing a low flow toilet and shower head in your home. The level of involvement all depends upon what works best for you, because every activity helps.

Do I have to complete all three EcoAction Teams levels?

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Choose the activities that apply to you but do complete a minimum of one level. If your team has planned to work through all three levels, complete as many activities as possible and track your progress online.

Do I have to do all of the activities in a level?

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It is possible that you are already doing some activities, or that others just aren't fit for your current lifestyle. If you encounter an activity that is beyond your reach, just skip it or save it for later. Complete only the activities that you can.

Will I be able to participate if I live in an apartment?

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EcoAction Teams activities are suitable for people living in apartments and multi-residential dwellings, as well as for people in rural areas. If the activity applies only to homeowners, just skip it.