- 2023-11-01
Tips for planning a sustainable, eco-friendly wedding
Here are a few tips for organizing a sustainable, eco-friendly wedding in Quebec:
Choose an appropriate date and time.
Avoid busy days, such as weekends and school vacations. This will help you reduce your environmental impact by cutting down on traffic and energy consumption.
Chose a local wedding venue.
Local weddings require less transport, which reduces greenhouse gas emissions..
Reuse or recycle as much as possible.
For example, you can rent or buy second-hand decorations and party supplies. You can also encourage your guests to bring their own glasses and cutlery.
Serve local, seasonal dishes.
This will reduce your carbon footprint by limiting food transport and storage.
Choose eco-friendly beauty and personal care products.
These products are often made from natural and renewable ingredients.
Encourage your guests to travel sustainably.
For example, you can offer to share journeys or take public transport..
Here are some concrete examples of what you can do:
- For decoration, use seasonal flowers and plants, beeswax candles, recycled glass vases and plates, etc.
- Traditional Quebec dishes, local fruits and vegetables, organic foods and farm products are all available for your dining pleasure.
- Drinks include tap water, tea and coffee, as well as local wines and beers.
- For souvenirs, you can offer plants, handmade soaps or local products.
By following these tips, you can plan a wedding that is both beautiful and long-lasting.
Here are a few additional resources to help you plan a lasting marriage:
- Gouvernement du Québec website offers tips for organizing sustainable events.
- Network of attractions and events in Quebec offers consulting and support services to event organizers.
- The Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec website offers a list of suppliers of sustainable events.