The Centre d'interprétation de l'eau de Laval invites the public to an unforgettable day of adventure, discovery and awareness-raising about water and climate change on Saturday, August 12 on the Berge des baigneurs in Laval.
Laval, July 27, 2023 - With more and more Quebec municipalities facing water-related issues this summer, the Center d'interprétation de l'eau de Laval (C.I.EAU) is offering a festive day of discovery and awareness-raising about the resource and climate change, to answer questions raised by issues such as overflows, flooding, water shortages and reduced water quality, all of which are greatly amplified by climate change.
At the turn of 1916, the Berge des baigneurs de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles was a popular vacation spot. On August 12, starting at 10 a.m., C.I.EAU invites Eauvilloises and Eauvillois to ask themselves: why has the water become unsuitable for swimming, and what can we do together to remedy the situation?
For the occasion, a captivating immersive experience awaits participants on the Berge des baigneurs, with fun activities, scientific animations and a large exhibition that will enable everyone to understand and contribute solutions to restore better water quality while having fun.
Bienvenue à Eauville (Welcome to Eauville ) also offers young people and teenagers the chance to meet professionals working in the water industry, and discover the many opportunities available in this field.
As part of the festivities, Laval's science museums will be joining the C.I.EAU: Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille Îles | Éco-Nature with its "Incroyable mais vrai!" exhibition and activities, the Musée de la santé Armand-Frappier and its new "À vos marques, prêts... boirez de l'eau!" activity, and Cosmodome , which will be accompanying us through to the Perseids evening.
The Centre d'interprétation de l'Eau is pleased to present Bienvenue à Eauville, a project made possible thanks to the Fonds régions et ruralité program of the Ministère des Affaires municipales et de l'Habitation.
"Our government is proud to financially support the Centre d'interprétation de l'eau de Laval in its initiative to raise public awareness of water-related issues arising from climate change. We are all closely affected by these challenges. Organizing an interactive family day on this subject is a great way of raising awareness and improving the quality of this vital natural resource," says Andrée Laforest, Minister of Municipal Affairs.
Four highlights will mark the day, starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday August 12 (postponed to Sunday August 13 in case of rain):
1- Welcome to the village of Eauville where :
Scientific activities organized by C.I.EAU and participating organizations. These interactive scientific activities will give young and old alike the chance to discover the world of water-related science and understand how small gestures can accomplish big things, all while having fun!
2- Treasure hunts :
Fun, interactive and highlighting both heritage and biodiversity, families can discover the riverbanks at their own pace. A special trail dedicated to the challenges of climate change and water technology will be offered to teenagers, with sporting feats to match (from age 14).
The youngest visitors are not forgotten either, and can solve water-saving problems on the Ecol'eau trail, where they can meet up with the Fantastik'eau! characters.
3- A captivating exhibition on river water quality, from yesterday to today, will take visitors on a journey through time to understand the evolution of water treatment and innovative solutions for a sustainable future. A virtual reality tour of a drinking water production plant will plunge you into the heart of a fascinating universe to understand its mechanisms.
4- The Perseids evening will delight astronomy fans, who can admire the firmament and understand the incredible story of water in space.
The Welcome to Eauville day is free for all, and will also include a complimentary meal for registered online participants who complete the treasure hunt, topped off with raffle prizes.
This unique family event promises an immersive and captivating experience focused on water and the preservation of this precious resource.
More than just a day of fun and adventure, our aim is to raise public awareness of the issue of water quality. Through our actions, we can all make a difference and get back to swimming in clean water... one drop at a time!
For full details of the Bienvenue à Eauville program and the day's schedule, visit www.cieau.org/bienvenue-a-eauville/.
About the Centre d'interprétation de l'eau (C.I.EAU)
The Centre d'Interprétation de l'Eau (C.I.EAU) is a non-profit organization and scientific museum. Located in Laval's Sainte-Rose district, near the Berge des baigneurs, its mission is to promote the protection and responsible use of water. Since its opening in 2008, the C.I.EAU has been bringing water-related information to the general public through its exhibitions, educational activities, events and educational digital content.
For more information, visit www.cieau.org
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