Municipal spokesperson

The Mobilizing Municipalities movement highlights and supports cities that take action for a more sustainable future. Each year, one municipality is selected to represent the movement, with its mayor serving as the spokesperson, embodying the commitment of communities to fighting climate change and driving the ecological transition.

On April 22, for Earth Day, Earth Day Canada shares inspiring messages and calls to action to protect our planet, each year focusing on a different theme. The Mobilizing Municipalities spokesperson plays a key role in inspiring and mobilizing people and municipalities through projects, initiatives, and events that drive change in line with this theme.

2025 MUNICIPAL SPOKESPERSON

Message from Marvin Junkin, Mayor of the Town of Pelham, Ontario and municipal spokesperson for the Earth Day 2025 campaign:

“Community members from across Pelham have been participating in conservation and eco-activities that continue to grow each year. With the long-running community clean-up, tree plants and a council that is focusing on environmental and climate adaptation, we are continuing to do the important work to protect and conserve the natural heritage, resources and biodiversity in Pelham. From working to plant the at-risk Cherry Birch tree to supporting the projects to conserve the watershed and native Brook Trout, Pelham is taking action to create the foundation for a clean, safe and sustainable environment now and for future generations.”

English and French subtitles are available.

FIGHTING FOR BIODIVERSITY PROTECTION IN 2025

This year, the Earth Day theme is biodiversity. In preparation for this day, the Mobilizing Municipalities gathered for a webinar to share their biodiversity initiatives within their communities, as well as their ideas for action to celebrate Earth Day 2025.