Press Releases

October 21, 2009 - Green is for Everyone: Eco-Tips Help You Save Money, No Matter What Language You Speak

January 28, 2009 - Small Cheques Add Up to Big Impact: Victoria Residents Help Newcomer Families Invest in Climate Action

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GREEN IS FOR EVERYONE ECO-TIPS ON THE RADIO

We have created 30-second radio spots with easy, accessible tips that will to inspire the multicultural community to take action for the environment while at the same time saving money and making healthier choices for their families.

These tips will be distributed to multicultural and/or community radio stations in Victoria and Vancouver, and are available in four (4) languages: English, Spanish, Punjabi and Mandarin.

They were produced in partnership with CKMO Village 900 (Camosun College) and CFUV Campus and Community Radio (University of Victoria) in Victoria BC.

Radio stations currently airing the eco-tips:

CKMO Village 900
CFUV Campus and Community Radio
Fairchild Radio
Sher-e-Punjab Radio

Download Sample Spots

Click on the volume icon to download the audio file. To listen to the file, you will need a program that plays audio files such as Windows Media Player, RealPlayer or iTunes. Visit their website to download them for free.

Title * denotes Victoria-based resource	English	Mandarin	Spanish	Punjabi
1. Use cold water for laundry
2. Lower your thermostat
4. Recycle *
5. Compost *
6. Buy local produce (Good Food Box) *
8. Grow your own food *
9. Turn off your car engine
10. Take your car for regular maintenance
12. Unplug your appliances

To download our multilingual action tips in print, go to our Resources page.

To receive updates about our activities and projects, send your email address to environment@vircs.bc.ca.