I surveyed 44 members of the community of all ages, and here is their opinion on the environment and their connection to it.
Note: Click on the numbers to see the answer
of the people feel connected to natural environment in Port Moody!
What are some ways you do to stay connected with our environment?
of the people are not aware of any environmental organization or initiatives in Port Moody!
Have you been to any local hatchery centres to learn about the ecosystems in our community?
of the people recycle properly or use Return-It in Port Moody!
Did you know you can receive money by bringing cans and bottles to a Return-It recycling depot?
of the people say not enough information about local environmental involvement is easily accessible in Port Moody!
Do you have a source where you get information about local environmental or volunteer opportunities?
of the people say they would be more likely to get involved in local environmental activities if there were more youth involvement!
In your opinion, how can youth contribute to build a more environmentally friendly community?
of the people say pollution in Port Moody concerns them the most!
In what ways do air or water pollution affect you?
of the people in Port Moody are aware of rising temperature!
Do you feel that every summer is a little bit hotter in recent years?
75% of Port Moody feels connected to nature, yet 66% don't know a single local environmental group. This gap is not a lack of care; it's a lack of a connector who can connect residents to initiatives.
Some responses stood out in the survey. Here is what some people added in their own words.
"Make this [environmental education] a mandatory course at all schools."
— On what would make them more likely to get involved
"I think biggest issue of them all is people not fully understanding. I think pretty much everyone understands that there are issues but most people don't TRULY understand the significance and how they can help/stop doing something."
— On what environmental issue concerns them the most
"All of them concern me equally, but perhaps bear displacement (bears being forced to adapt to human society)"
— On what environmental issue concerns them the most
"Sasamat Lake and White Pine Beach face significant litter and garbage issues, primarily during the busy spring and summer months."
— On what environmental issue concerns them the most
"Too many developments and population increase; loss of forests"
— On what environmental issue concerns them the most
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