March 21, 2025
Manitobans Invited to Commemorate World Water Day and Participate in Earth Hour on March 22
Manitobans are encouraged to commemorate World Water Day tomorrow and participate in Earth Hour in the evening, Environment and Climate Change Minister Mike Moyes announced today.
“Water is life and our government is committed to protecting Manitoba’s lakes and rivers for generations to come,” said Moyes. “I encourage all Manitobans to think about ways to help reduce their water consumption, whether that’s at home, work or school, and help save this precious resource for generations to come.”
World Water Day is observed annually on March 22 to highlight the importance of fresh water and advocate for the sustainable management of freshwater resources.
For tips on simple ways to use water more efficiently water at home, visit https://manitoba.ca/savewater.
The minister noted this year, World Water Day coincides with Earth Hour, which will be observed from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Manitobans are invited to switch off their lights for one hour and spend 60 minutes doing something positive for the planet.
“Small steps make a difference and I would also like to encourage all Manitobans to take part in Earth Hour to help raise awareness about climate change,” said Moyes. “Turning off your lights for one hour is easy and it is a strong symbol of what we can accomplish when we all work together.”
Earth Hour began in 2007 as a symbolic lights-out event to advocate for actions to address climate change and energy-saving initiatives. Earth Hour is now one of the world’s largest grassroots movements, with millions of people worldwide participating in a show of solidarity by turning off their lights for an hour on a Saturday in March, noted the minister.
In 2023, the campaign expanded to encourage people to give an hour for the Earth by spending time doing something positive for the planet.
For more information on Earth Hour, visit www.earthhour.org.
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