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OUR VISION

A healthy, just and vibrant city for everyone

The Society Promoting Environmental Conservation (SPEC) is a non-profit, charitable and volunteer-driven organization, founded in 1969. We work with citizens, industries and government agencies, putting our brains together to create a healthy environment we can call home.

About SPEC

Featured Programs

Master Recycler Conference

RETHINK how waste is created, managed, and reduced at this interactive virtual conference, bringing together experts, industry leaders, and community members to explore innovative ideas and practical solutions to plastic pollution

Elders Learning Circle

Join us for SPEC’s Elders Learning Circles, a free bi-monthly online gathering for seniors, allies, and community members passionate about sustainability, storytelling, and Elder leadership. Next Session: January 23, 2026 from 1:00-2:30pm.

SPEC members and volunteers at a local sustainability fair in Metro Vancouver.
Children in a SPEC School Garden, learning about sustainable gardening and biodiversity.
A volunteer fixer and a community member hold a "fixed" sign over a blender that was repaired at a SPEC Repair Cafe.

Our Areas of Work

SPEC promotes educational and advocacy initiatives in six key areas.

Food

Building a more sustainable and resilient local food system.

Energy & Transportation

Promoting the use of renewable energy and sustainable transportation.

Zero-Waste

Advocating for practices that lead to waste reduction.

SPEC encourages citizens to advocate for a sustainable, healthy future.

Climate Resilience

Empowering communities to reduce carbon emissions, adapt to climate change and fight for climate justice.

SPEC Elders provide listening and caring wisdom to vulnerable individuals having their items diverted from landfill at a Repair Cafe

Elders Circle

Cultivating and sharing elder wisdom through events and mentorship.

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Your support and engagement matters: Sign up for our newsletter or donate to SPEC and help us share urgent programming, education, and opportunities to build a sustainable and resilient future.

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