Community Associations for Environmental Sustainability

About CAFES Membership & Benefits

Membership Defined

CAFES is a membership-based non-partisan organization. Membership can be individual or organizational.

Members elect the Board of CAFES at the AGM. 

Members agree to support the mission and mandate of CAFES. 

All Members are encouraged to:

  • Network and participate in the general members forum, thematic caucuses and the CAFES annual general meeting (AGM) 
  • Engage with their local community or citizens’ organization and volunteer in neighborhood initiatives
  • Advocate for more sustainable and better environmental outcomes at neighbourhood, ward and municipal level  
  • Work together, empower each other through learning and discussion, build knowledge, solutions, capacity and hope/inspiration collectively
  • Develop and maintain a respectful and inclusive culture

Membership Fees

Individual membership is $25.00/year and includes the right to vote at the CAFES Annual General Meeting (AGM) and access to all member benefits. Individual membership renews on the anniversary date of sign-up.

Organizational membership is $100.00/year and includes designating two representatives, both of whom can access all member benefits and vote at the AGM. Annual memberships are renewed in the first quarter of the calendar year.  

Both individuals and organizations can apply for a waiver of fees if these exceed their capacity to pay. Please email to info@cafesottawa.ca.

CAFES Members benefit from:

  • Networking and participating in the members' slack forum, thematic caucuses (Climate, Trees & Greenspace, Waste Reduction & Circular Economy), GreenDrinks, the annual seasonal members event (December) and the CAFES Annual General Meeting (AGM) which includes the election of the CAFES Board of Directors
  • Working together, empowering each other through learning and discussion, build knowledge, solutions, capacity and hope/inspiration collectively
  • CAFES reputation as a trusted voice and advocate on environmental issues in Ottawa for real change at the local level
  • Being part of an established network of individuals and organizations that are committed to improving environmental sustainability in Ottawa and surrounding areas
  • CAFES' already established relationships with leaders in the community, including city councils and committees
  • Our robust monthly newsletter that reaches a wide audience to amplify information and events
  • Our social media outreach and visibility at community events
  • Access to our exclusive slack channel for members to connect, share information, and stay up-to-date with the latest news and announcements
  • Priority access to participating in CAFES event and projects
  • Posting events on CAFES online community calendar
  • Working as a collective network to make Ottawa a greener, healthier place for everyone.

Learn more about CAFES recent activities via our 2025 Impact Report. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at info@cafesottawa.ca

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