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SDG Month

USask Sustainable Development Goals Month

Celebrate the UN Sustainable Development Goals

During the month of March 2026, the University of Saskatchewan will be celebrating the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Indigenous Achievement Week and Open Education with a series of panels, workshops, professional development sessions, and other opportunities.

Check the schedule for SDG Month below and find out where you fit in!

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SDG Month Events

Event Details

When: 

Time: 4–5:30 pm

Location: Room 144, Kirk Hall

Kick off SDG Month with an exciting look at how SENS is driving real-world impact!
Join us from 4:00–4:45 PM for a dynamic panel discussion featuring SENS faculty who will share how their research and programs are advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on campus and beyond.

Then stick around from 4:45–5:30 PM for free pizza and a lively round of trivia—with multiple prizes up for grabs! It’s the perfect mix of inspiration, good food, and friendly competition.

Presented by the School of Environment and Sustainaility (SENS)

Event Details

When: 

Time: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

Location: Collider Saskatoon - Innovation Place

Join us for EcoHack, a one-day sustainability hackathon designed for students and alumni to collaborate in teams and tackle real-world sustainability challenges. 

This year, EcoHack will take place at Collider Saskatoon in Innovation Place from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Participants will work alongside mentors from the Office of Sustainability, College of Engineering, Opus, and SCIC, and will be supported by local partners such as Meewasin, Inclusion Saskatchewan, Métis Nation Saskatchewan, SARCAN, and Envirnonment and Climate Change Canada. It’s a fantastic opportunity to innovate, create impactful solutions, and connect with professionals in the sustainability field.  

Presented by the Office of Sustainability

Sponsored by Innovation Saskatchewan & Opus 

Event Details

When: 

Time: 11 am–1 pm

Location: 1261 National Hydrology Research Centre (11 Innovation Blvd) & online

11:00am-12:15pm (networking lunch including for in person attendance, 12:15-1:00 pm)

In celebration of International Women’s Day (March 8), the GIWS Students and Young Researchers are hosting a Women Plus Water Mentorship Circle panel rooted in this year’s global theme, Give to Gain. An inspiring panel of women leaders in water research will share how reciprocity, peer support, and collaboration has shaped their professional journey. All are invited to attend, including allies, who help create a supportive and inclusive space for women.

Presented by the Global Institute for Water Security Students and Young Researchers

Event Details

When:  – 

Time: 10 am–2 pm

Location: Arts Tunnel

Drop off clean, good‑condition clothing at the USSU front desk anytime before the event, then stop by our table in the Arts Tunnel to browse and swap for something new‑to‑you. You can also bring clothing directly to the table during the event — the more items shared, the better the swap!

This event supports SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production by encouraging reuse, reducing textile waste, and extending the life cycle of clothing. By choosing to swap instead of shop, you’re helping lower the environmental impact of fast fashion and contributing to a more circular campus economy.

Join us, refresh your style, and make sustainability a part of your everyday choices!

Presented by the Office of Sustainability and the USSU

Event Details

When: 

Time: 10:30–11:30 am

Location: Online (Zoom)

In recognition of World Water Day and the 2026 theme, Water and Gender, this Women Plus Water conversation takes a closer look at how the water sector can become both more sustainable and more equitable. Guests will share examples and personal experiences that highlight the challenges women face in water‑related professions, as well as the opportunities to create more inclusive environments.

Presented by Women Plus Water

Event Details

When: 

Time: 1:30–4:30 pm

Location: Convocation Hall

Celebrate World Water Day and World Day for Glaciers by attending this in‑person event dedicated to sustainable and equitable water management. Featuring a keynote presentation, a panel discussion, and a student poster session, the afternoon brings together experts, community members, and emerging researchers to explore how water systems can be better managed for both people and the planet. Attendees will have the chance to connect, learn, and contribute to conversations shaping the future of water in Saskatchewan and beyond.

Presented by the Global Institute for Water Security 

Event Details

When: 

Time: 9 am–1:30 pm

Location: Station 20 West - 1120 20th Street W, Saskatoon

Pathways to Equity is a research initiative that explores cross-agency and cross-disciplinary research in the areas of homelessness, social justice, education, and health across the province of Saskatchewan. The initiative includes funding for community-engaged research projects, workshops and events. The current thematic focus of Pathways of Equity is on housing and homelessness.

The Pathways to Equity 2026 Workshop is an interactive event focused on strengthening partnerships between universities and communities to address complex social challenges such as housing insecurity, homelessness, health, and social justice. Participants will engage in dialogue, share research and lived experiences, and identify opportunities for collaborative, community-engaged research that supports more equitable and resilient communities.

Presented by the Community-University Institute for Social Research (CUISR)

Event Details

When: 

Time: noon–1 pm

Location: Online

Test your knowledge of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), compete with peers nationwide, and win prizes—all while learning more about sustainability. This event is part of #SDGMonthCanada, a national initiative aimed at mobilizing the SDGs across post-secondary campuses from coast to coast.

Presented by the University of Alberta

Event Details

When: 

Time: 4:30–6:30 pm

Location: USSU PR-Main-Council Chamber Meeting Room (40)

As part of the federal government’s public consultation on the draft 2026–2029 Federal Sustainable Development Strategy (FSDS), USask is hosting a dedicated student feedback session to gather input from our campus community. Students are invited to join us for a casual pizza supper and share their perspectives on Canada’s sustainable development priorities and policies.

This event supports USask’s ongoing commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and provides an opportunity for students to directly influence national sustainable development planning. All interested student groups and individuals are welcome.

Presented by the Office of Sustainability

Event Details

When: 

Time: 4–5:30 pm

Location: ESB 18

In recognition of SDG Month, this Global Café Speaker Series event highlights the connections between climate action and social equity. Join Dr. Amber Fletcher, Professor at the University of Regina, for a discussion on how gender and social inequity shape people’s lived experiences of climate-related hazards such as flooding, drought, and wildfire. Drawing on community-based research and her work with organizations including the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and the United Nations, Dr. Fletcher will explore why understanding these social dimensions is essential for building just, resilient, and effective climate adaptation strategies aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Participants will gain insight into the intersections of climate change, gender, work, and social justice, and how inequities influence both risk and resilience.

Registration is not required.

About the Speaker

Dr. Amber Fletcher is a Professor of Sociology & Social Studies and the Academic Director of the Community Engagement and Research Centre at the University of Regina. Her research examines how gender and social inequity shape experiences of climate hazards and explores the roles of women in male-dominated fields such as agriculture and public safety. Dr. Fletcher has collaborated with the United Nations on developing indicators for measuring gender inequality and frequently speaks at UN meetings on climate impacts and social justice.
A contributing author to a 2019 special report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), she is also the former President of the Canadian Research Institute for the Advancement of Women. Dr. Fletcher has been recognized with two Governor General’s medals for her research and advocacy on gender equality, received a Lieutenant Governor’s Postsecondary Teaching Award for Innovation in Teaching in 2024, and was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal in 2025 for her contributions to Canada.

Presented by the College of Arts and Science Department of Political Studies