McGill University Office of Sustainability

05/26/2026

Don’t forget that you can cool down at McGill Libraries this summer ☀️📚. As Montreal summers continue to bring higher temperatures, it’s important to stay safe and hydrated on campus. Visit McGill Libraries, our designated cooling centres, where you can take a break from the heat and recharge.
📍Macdonald Campus Library - McGill University

05/22/2026

The Barton Buzz Patch (named by McGillians) has been planted! 🐝🌱

Last week, an amazing crew of student and staff volunteers planted the first of McGill’s new Biodiversity Zones on the Mac campus. Host to 20 native plant species, this wildflower garden will soon be buzzing with pollinators like monarch butterflies, bumblebees, and hummingbirds.

To support our local ecosystem even further, McGill is also reducing mowing in two nearby areas to let native grasses and flowers flourish.

Keep an eye out for how these areas change over the summer, and for Downtown Campus’ new biodiversity zones.

Learn more about McGill's planned biodiversity zones: https://mcgill.ca/x/5qE

04/30/2026

Campus is getting a little greener this spring. This May, the McGill Office of Sustainability and Jardin Buzz are planting new biodiversity zones across campus — and you can join us. Register to our hands-on planting days on May 12 (Macdonald Campus) or May 27 (Downtown) to learn about native plants, support pollinators, and get your hands in the soil. Space is limited.
https://loom.ly/zPEW-DQ

Join the McGill Office of Sustainability and the non-profit Jardin Buzz for biodiversity garden planting events to launch McGill’s new biodiversity zones! Taking place at the Macdonald Campus on May 12th, and on the Downtown Campus on May 27th.

04/21/2026

Building on some great momentum, McGill Libraries are taking their commitment to sustainability even further. With support from the Sustainability Projects Fund (SPF), the Libraries have joined the Sustainable Libraries Certification Program (SLCP), embedding sustainability across the entire network.

Here's some of the work they’ve already put in:
🏅 Every library unit has earned at least a Bronze Sustainable Workplace Certification
♻️ A recent waste audit will improve recycling and composting efforts
📖 The Indigenous Borrower Card Program expands access to library materials for Indigenous community members
🌡️ Libraries are designated cooling centres during heat waves

We're excited to see the continued impact of their efforts as McGill Libraries continue their journey toward their SLCP certification!

04/07/2026

We’re giving away free bike accessories at a pop-up to kick off biking season! To kick off biking season, swing by the McConnell Hallway on Tuesday, April 14 to get ready for the road. Whether you’re a pro or just getting started, we’ll have freebies, helpful resources, and people on hand to answer all your biking questions.
📅 Tuesday, April 14
⏰ 2:30pm – 6:00pm
📍 McConnell Engineering Hallway

03/30/2026

To celebrate International Zero Waste Day we asked the McGill community for their top tips on cutting down waste.

From reusable mugs and grocery bags to composting and coffee routines, small changes across campus are making a big impact.

What’s your go-to zero-waste habit? Let us know in the comments!

03/30/2026

Curious about making your research more sustainable but don't know where to start? Join us for a chill social night to explore the Sustainability Projects Fund (SPF) Green Labs Expansion!
What to expect:
• Learn about funding & resources for sustainable labs
• Get inspired by real examples of sustainable lab initiatives
• Meet others interested in greener research
• Free food & drinks will be provided!
No presentations, no pressure - just good conversations and great ideas.
Register: https://mcgill.ca/x/5Ya

03/27/2026

Your lab. Your impact. Become a sustainability leader at McGill by optimizing your research space this year. Sign your lab up for the International Freezer Challenge to optimize energy use, protect sample integrity, and maximize storage efficiency.
https://loom.ly/YljUWjM

02/05/2026

Looking to gain hands-on experience while making a real impact at McGill? We’re growing our sustainability team and hiring students to support digital communications and biodiversity monitoring across campus.

We’re recruiting for three paid internship roles (6–10 hours/week). It’s a great opportunity to build practical skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and work on sustainability initiatives that reach the McGill community.

Interested? Applications close February 15, 2026.

Digital Communication Intern ➡️https://mcgill.ca/x/557
Digital Communication Intern - Zero-Waste ➡️https://mcgill.ca/x/558
Biodiversity Monitoring & Engagement Intern ➡️https://mcgill.ca/x/55X

01/13/2026

Ready to advance sustainability education at McGill University? The Sustainability Education Fellows (SEF) Program empowers McGill faculty and students to innovate their courses through a sustainability lens.

Join a cohort of faculty and graduate students to explore pedagogical resources and collaborate on redesigning your course or developing a new one with sustainability in mind! You will learn good practices in curriculum design and pedagogy, while exploring how sustainability intersects with your discipline.

Apply to the SEF program to receive financial support and pedagogical feedback as you integrate sustainability into your course!

📅 Applications are open now through Friday, January 30, 2026.
➡️ https://mcgill.ca/x/5Ju