Elizabeth May Receives North West Energy Coalition Conservation Eagle Award

Event Date

Wednesday, January 11, 2017 - 10:00 to 12:30 PST

Event Description

The Pacific Energy Innovation Association is pleased to host the NW (Northwest) Energy Coalition January 11, 2017 at the Musqueam Cultural Centre in south Vancouver, where executive director, Nancy Hirsh will present NW Energy Coalition Conservation Eagle awards to Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, President of the Union of BC Indian Chiefs, and to Elizabeth May, Member of Parliament for Saanich-Gulf Islands, and Leader of the Green Party of Canada.

Grand Chief Stewart Phillip will accept the award on behalf of the Okanagan Nation Alliance whose long-term vision, perseverance and tireless commitment was vital in successfully restoring passage for sockeye salmon returning to the Okanagan River basin.

Elizabeth May, Member of Parliament for Saanich-Gulf Islands and Leader of the Green Party of Canada, will be recognized for her tireless advocacy for reducing climate pollution and building the clean energy economy both in her past role as executive director of the Sierra Club Canada and in elected office where she has championed government leadership to reduce climate pollution.

Please join us for the reception and awards presentation where you will hear from Ms. May and Grand Chief Stewart Phillip and meet invited guests who are working to advance clean energy, protect our environment and improve life for all beings.

WHEN: 10:00 a.m. PT to 12:30 p.m. PT Wednesday, January 11, 2017
WHERE: Musqueam Cultural Centre, Musqueam First Nation, 4000 Musqueam Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. V6N 4C6
COST: $30 (Students $10) – Refreshments

Region(s)

BC and Territories