Sustainable Orillia (SO) Welcomes Fresh Faces at Volunteer Event.
On Sunday Feb. 11th, close to fifty concerned citizens gathered at the Orillia Museum of Art History, to share, learn and commit to their roles as part of our community’s […]
Local experts weigh in on heat pumps
Many Orillians are seeing heat pumps in their future, if not already in their homes. Local providers of heating and air conditioning systems are seeing an increase in the number […]
Join Sarah, Sustainable Orillia’s newest board member, and get on the net-zero train!
Recently, as part of an overall review, Sustainable Orillia (SO) has been reflecting on our experience since inception in 2019. The organization is heading into its fifth full year of […]
109 year old Orillia home now ready for the future
When Danny Borzellino bought the former Grant family home at the intersection of Laclie St. and Brant Avenue in 2022, he knew he was buying a piece of Orillia history. […]
The Wonderful World of Batteries
What would we do without batteries? Throughout the 20th century, we have come to take them for granted as we use them to power our various devices: smoke detectors, portable […]
Coming Soon: free energy upgrades for low-income Orillians!
Sustainable Orillia is proud to announce a partnership with CleaResult—a company representing the province of Ontario’s Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) and Enbridge. Together, we are championing a cause close […]
Seasons Greetings from our President
Dear Sustainable Orillia Community-– As we embrace the warmth and joy of the holiday season, I extend my heartfelt wishes to each of you for a wonderful holiday. It has been […]
Last Call for 2024 Sustainable Orillia “Biodiversity” Calendars!
Have you purchased your Sustainable Orillia (SO) 2024 calendar yet? If the answer is no, the time to place your order is today! Only $10 with free home delivery. Contact […]
This year, give the “Best Gift Ever”
The holiday season is traditionally a time for consumers to “buy, buy, buy.” This year, however, is a wonderful opportunity to re-think not only how we will celebrate the season, […]
A 2023 Sustainable Orillia update with Mayor Don McIsaac
Don McIsaac, Mayor of Orillia, recently set aside time to meet with Sustainable Orillia (SO)to talk about sustainability—short and long-term—across our community. It was an opportunity for him to reflect […]