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International Day of Charity
5 September

On International Day of Charity, let us embrace,
The power of compassion, love’s eternal grace.
Like volunteerism and philanthropy’s flame,
Charity binds us, forging a resilient frame.

Inclusive societies, where social bonds are strong,
Aiding the marginalized, righting the world’s wrong.
Charity, a balm to ease humanitarian strife,
Supplementing healthcare, education, and life.

In the six critical areas, let’s find our way,
People, planet, prosperity, peace, partnership we say.
Through charity’s lens, we mend the fabric torn,
Advocating justice, a brighter future born.

But let us not forget the natural world’s plea,
Forests, wetlands, and trees, where life’s symphony.
They offer solace, wellness, a sanctuary divine,
Physical and mental health, gifts that intertwine.

Let’s foster equity, break barriers with might,
For equity-deserving groups, share nature’s light.
Persons with disabilities, their spirits lift high,
Indigenous peoples, their heritage nigh.

Racialized communities, inclusion our guide,
LGBTQI2S+ voices, never silenced nor denied.
Immigrants, refugees, language no divide,
Low-income households, their burdens we’ll stride.

Youth, the future’s torchbearers, we’ll inspire,
Seniors, wisdom’s custodians, their hearts we’ll admire.
Persons with mental illness, their burdens we’ll share,
Victims of violence, healing love we declare.

And those with low literacy, knowledge we’ll impart,
Together, we’ll build bridges, compassion our art.
For these equity-deserving souls, we’ll pave the way,
So they too can embrace green spaces and sway.

In 192 hectares, a haven we’ll create,
Where nature’s embrace becomes their rightful fate.
The Red-Berried Elder, imperiled yet strong,
The Green Ash, a guardian against extinction’s throng.

American Elm, holding stories of the past,
In these afforestation areas, their legacies vast.
Turkey Vultures soaring high, their plight we’ll mend,
Northern Small Yellow Lady’s Slipper, we’ll defend.

Western Yellowjacket, its place we’ll restore,
Goldenrod Gall Fly, conservation’s core.
Woodland Skipper, a fragile dance in the wild,
Silver-spotted Skipper, we’ll keep its spirit mild.

American White Pelican, a symbol of grace,
Canada Warbler, a melodious embrace.
Semipalmated Sandpiper, its flight we’ll preserve,
Pine Grosbeak, its vibrant hues we’ll forever serve.

Barred Tiger Salamander, endangered and rare,
Horned Grebe, we’ll show them we care.
Bank Swallow, threatened in its abode,
Baird’s Sparrow, its song we’ll help explode.

Grasshopper Sparrow, its melodies we’ll cherish,
Western Grebe, its beauty shall never perish.
Bobolink, their song we’ll forever hear,
Red-necked Phalarope, its elegance dear.

Lesser Yellowlegs, we’ll shield it from harm,
And the Whooping Crane, its majesty warm.
These treasures we’ll protect, our heritage’s delight,
Through charity’s embrace, they shall never take flight.

Let the legacy of Richard St. Barbe Baker endure,
B.T. Chappell, Bruce Gordon, a mission pure.
George Genereux, the Old Bone Trail’s tale we’ll proclaim,
Green Survival Program, a resounding eco-flame.

The Green Belt initiative, nature’s guardian role,
Man-made forests, the prairies’ afforestation goal.
Yorath Island Glacial Spillway, a sanctuary to thrive,
Charity joins hands, their legacies alive.

On this day, let charity’s anthem resound,
A symphony of kindness, compassion unbound.
In harmony’s embrace, we build a world anew,
Charity’s song, our pledge, forever true.

Charity’s Song: Harmony Unleashed

To express your interest or inquire further as supporter, volunteer or board member, please reach out to us at email: friendsafforestation@gmail.com. We meet virtually once a month, and host in person events at George Genereux Urban Regional park and Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area.

For directions as to how to drive to “George Genereux” Urban Regional Park
For directions on how to drive to Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
For more information:
Blairmore Sector Plan Report; planning for the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area, George Genereux Urban Regional Park and West Swale and areas around them inside of Saskatoon city limits
NEW P4G District Official Community Plan
Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada north of Cedar Villa Road, within city limits, in the furthest south west area of the city. 52° 06′ 106° 45′
Addresses:
Part SE 23-36-6 – Afforestation Area – 241 Township Road 362-A
Part SE 23-36-6 – SW Off-Leash Recreation Area (Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area ) – 355 Township Road 362-A
S ½ 22-36-6 Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area (West of SW OLRA) – 467 Township Road 362-A
NE 21-36-6 “George Genereux” Afforestation Area – 133 Range Road 3063
Wikimapia Map: type in Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
Google Maps South West Off Leash area location pin at parking lot
Web page: https://stbarbebaker.wordpress.com
Where is the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area? with map
Where is the George Genereux Urban Regional Park (Afforestation Area)?with map
Pinterest richardstbarbeb
Blogger: FriendsAfforestation
Tumblr friendsafforestation.tumblr.comFacebook Group Page: Users of the George Genereux Urban Regional Park
Facebook: StBarbeBaker Afforestation Area
Facebook for the non profit Charity Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. FriendsAreas
Facebook group page : Users of the St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
Facebook: South West OLRA
Reddit: FriendsAfforestation
Twitter: St Barbe Baker Charity Twitter:FriendsAreas
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Please help protect / enhance your afforestation areas, please contact the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. (e-mail / e-transfers )Support the afforestation areas with your donation or membership ($20.00/year). Please donate by paypal or by using e-transfers Please and thank you! Your donation and membership is greatly appreciated. Members e-mail your contact information to be kept up to date!
Donations can be made through Paypal, Canada Helps, Contact Donate A Car Canada, SARCAN Drop & Go 106100594 for the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc.
United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration
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Make it your own
Spread the word about the UN Decade
Let’s Bring Back Forests
Let’s Green Our Cities
“Be like a tree in pursuit of your cause. Stand firm, grip hard, thrust upward. Bend to the winds of heaven..”
Richard St. Barbe Baker