In collaboration with the City of Kingston, the Limestone District School Board, and local community partners, Dan Hendry had the privilege of contributing to the development of the School Streets Playbook, a comprehensive guide for implementing School Streets programs.

Picture this: a group of eager students at Calvin Park Public School, poised to become trailblazers in Kingston's sustainability movement. With No.9 as their guiding light, they dove headfirst into the world of eco-consciousness, infusing their learning with creativity and passion.

Connecting with youth and inspiring the next generation of innovators is one of the best parts of my job. Recently, as I stood in front of the eager faces at the Frontenac, Lennox and Addington Science Fair (FLASF) on March 22nd, 2024, alongside my friend and colleague Cedric Pepelea, I couldn't help but feel a flutter of excitement.

The Get on the Bus program has gained considerable traction, with communities across Ontario expressing interest in implementing similar initiatives. On June 6, 2023, I presented its model to the Region of Waterloo at a Planning and Works Committee meeting as a delegation.

As a seasoned professional in the field of sustainable leadership and social impact, I recently had the opportunity to guest lecture for the new Advanced Leadership for Social Impact Fellowship program at Queen's University.

The Farm Fresh Fundraiser program is a unique opportunity for schools, sports teams, and other community organizations to raise funds while supporting a local organic vegetable farm and a non-profit organization that promotes community building around food.